Regional_Institute_of_Science_and_Technology Knowpia

The Regional Institute of Science & Technology (RIST) was established in 2009 by the Erd Foundation (a charitable trust). It is a technical college in the north eastern region of India. The college and courses are recognized by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and affiliated to The North Eastern Hill University, Shillong, Meghalaya.^[1] The Regional Institute of Science & Technology was created to meet the need for technical personnel in northeast India.

The college offers bachelor's degrees in six engineering fields: computer science, electronics and communication, information technology, electrical and electronic engineering, mechanical engineering, and civil engineering.

Location edit

The institute is located on the hills of 9th Mile, opposite the CRPF group centre, Khanapara, Ri-Bhoi district of Meghalaya. It is 6 km (4 mi) from Dispur, the capital of Assam and 85 km (53 mi) from Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya.

Branches edit

The college offers BTech courses in:

Computer Science & Engineering
Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Electronics & Communication Engineering
Information Technology
Mechanical Engineering
Civil Engineering

The courses are affiliated to North-Eastern Hill University.

Intake edit

The following are the intake for each branch:

Computer Science & Engineering 120
Electrical & Electronics Engineering 60
Electronics & Communication Engineering 60
Information Technology 60
Mechanical Engineering 60
Civil Engineering 120

Admission edit

There are several ways to apply for the Regional Institute of Science & Technology. Candidates with a valid AIEEE score can apply directly, while those without an AIEEE score can take the Common Entrance Test conducted by the ERD Foundation. There are also reserved seats for candidates from all northeastern states, who are selected by the Director of Technical Education.

Facilities edit

Computerized library
Residential accommodation in separate hostels for boys and girls.
Fleet of buses for transport.
Dedicated leased line internet connectivity
More than 100 desktop terminals in a network with a server farm.
Other facilities includes gym, fitness studio, health care, IT centre, cafes and restaurants.