Established in 1962, University of North Bengal is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the medium city of Siliguri (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), West Bengal. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, University of North Bengal (NBU) is a coeducational Indian higher education institution. University of North Bengal (NBU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. NBU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.