Founded in 2008, University of Science and Technology, Meghalaya is a private higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the small town of Baridua (population range of under 2,500 inhabitants), Meghalaya. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, University of Science and Technology, Meghalaya (USTM) is a small coeducational Indian higher education institution. University of Science and Technology, Meghalaya (USTM) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. USTM also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.