IIM Shillong - Why is it Special?

Situated in the heart of Meghalaya IIM Shillong’s environment can be described as the temple for learning in midst of clouds. The lush green mountains, and a cloudy sky relax and soothes the mind, which keeps one cheerful and positive. Shillong being among the eight sisters of north-eastern part of India gives exposure to the new culture. Living in the culture of Shillong is a new experience in itself the exposure to a new culture is a learning experience in itself.  IIM Shillong is the youngest IIM among the older IIMs and the oldest among the younger IIMs, this also gives IIM Shillong good communication with a varied range of B-Schools. Sustainability is not only preached but is also practice by IIM Shillong. IIM Shillong host a Sustainability Convention every year where it takes steps to promote sustainability not only in campus but also in the city of Shillong. The SusCon was also joined by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, who was also the visiting faculty in the institute. IIM Shillong follows Dr. Kalam footsteps in in the field of emanating and dispersing knowledge for everyone.

One unique thing about IIM Shillong is that it strongly believes in sustainability and takes serious steps to improvise it. To grow awareness, it conducts a complete one week course on sustainability where both theory and practical aspects shall be covered. Its one day trek to the hills of Meghalaya is a great chance given to everyone to experience the beauty of nature and creates a realization about how important the nature is.

IIM Shillong is a student-driven campus, with everyone taking care of daily functioning of the institute outside academics and administration. The students are involved in various clubs and committees, making the best of their abilities, discovering hidden talents, building good leadership skills and becoming a team.