IIM Shillong achieves AACSB accreditation, joining elite league of global business schools

Guwahati: IIM Shillong has been awarded the accreditation by AACSB International (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) — globally regarded as the gold standard in management education.

This landmark achievement places IIM Shillong among an elite group of business schools worldwide that have successfully met AACSB’s rigorous standards of excellence in teaching, research, curriculum, learner success, and societal impact. AACSB accreditation is earned by less than 6% of business schools globally, making it one of the most respected recognitions in management education.

The B school stated, "With this achievement, IIM Shillong joins around 30 AACSB-accredited institutions in India and becomes one of the select IIMs to receive this globally recognized accreditation, further strengthening its international standing in management education."


"The accreditation reflects IIM Shillong’s commitment to academic excellence, sustainability-driven management education, research, innovation, and global engagement. The rigorous AACSB peer-review process evaluated the Institute across strategic management, faculty quality, research, learner outcomes, industry engagement, and continuous improvement."

Prof. Naliniprava Tripathy, Director i/c, IIM Shillong, stated, “I am delighted to announce that AACSB International has officially conferred AACSB accreditation status on IIM Shillong. This achievement reflects the collective effort and commitment of the entire IIM Shillong community towards earning global recognition. We remain committed to fulfilling our strategic vision and AACSB commitments over the next six years while continuously strengthening the Institute’s global reputation.”

The accreditation further enhances IIM Shillong’s opportunities for international collaborations, academic partnerships, student and faculty exchange, executive education, global research initiatives, and deeper engagement with industry and policymakers.