The University of Science & Technology, Meghalaya (USTM) is the first Private University in the entire North East India to be Accredited ‘A’ Grade by NAAC sponsored by ERD Foundation, Guwahati. The University has been established in a picturesque landscape surrounded by tranquil greenery in Assam-Meghalaya at Baridua, 9th mile, opposite to CRPF Camp, Ri-Bhoi District of Meghalaya. It is about 85 km from Shillong, the Capital of Meghalaya & 6 km from Dispur, the capital of Assam. The campus is well connected by Rail & Air which is only 15 km from Guwahati Railway Station & 30 km from Guwahati International Airport.

The university has been involved for more than 8 years in fulfilling the aspirations of the young mind by imparting quality education. Further, the university is involved in high-value research emphasizing required needs as well as in pursuing frontier areas of research innovation. Invention and entrepreneurship have remained the primary focus. The University is directing all its efforts to create the much-needed S &T manpower to foster relentlessly the economic and social development of the region in an inclusive manner.