Department of
Political Science & Public Administration
Royal School of Humanities & Social Sciences (RSHSS)
About Department
The Department of Political Science was established in the year 2018. The Department offers courses in BA, MA and Ph.D. in Political Science. With some of the most talented faculties in the discipline the Department is well set to achieve greater standards of academic excellence and research outcomes in the coming years. The thrust area of the Department has been issues relating to North-East politics, Indian Government and Politics, discourses on Political Theory and debates about international relations. Graduating from the Department, the Graduates are expected to have a greater understanding of the discipline and thereby apply themselves to understand the socio-political issues. Graduating from the Department of Political Science, the students are expected to have a better opportunity to clear competitive examinations including Civil Services, NET and other such examinations.
The Department of Public Administration is dedicated to the comprehensive study and practice of
Public Governance, Policy-
making, and Management within the Public sector. It boasts an interdisciplinary approach and is
supported by experienced
faculty and strong research output. The department offers practical training through summer
internships, research projects
and workshops ensuring students gain hands-on experience. Its innovative curriculum covers key areas
such as Policy
Analysis, Public Management, Indian Administration, Governance Ethics, Public Financial Management,
Regulatory
Governance, E-governance, Industrial Relations and Labour Law, Comparative Public Administration,
Local Government like
urban and rural development and Data Analysis or Research related to the subject.
Graduates and Post-graduates are well-prepared for diverse careers in Government, International
Organizations, Public Sector
Consultancy, Academia, the Non-profit Sector, and the Private Sector. They can undertake roles such
as policy analyst,
administrative officer, public affairs manager, consultant, program evaluator, budget analyst,
community development
specialist, human resources manager, urban planner, environmental policy analyst, public health
administrator, legislative
assistant, non-profit manager, academician or researcher, international development specialist, and
public sector IT manager.
The Department's emphasis on ethical practices and good governance equips students to lead and
manage public
organizations effectively. With a strong foundation and focus on theoretical understanding and
analytical skills, the
Department of Public Administration ensures its graduates are ready to meet the evolving demands of
public service and
contribute significantly to society.
Courses Offered
Courses Structure and Syllabus
Political Science
Public Administration
Political Science
Public Administration
Events
Achievements
| Sl. No. | Name of the Student | Programme & Semester | Achievements | Event Name | Date of the Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Apratim Choudhary, Nishant Barman | BA Political Science- 4th Semester | Secured Second Position | Inter-University Quiz competition, held at USTM | 2/16/2026 |
| 2 | Apratim Choudhary, Nishant Barman | BA Political Science- 4th Semester | Secured Sixth Position | Hindu Quiz Competition | 2/9/2026 |
| 3 | Kingshuk Akshaye | MA Political Science- 4th Semester | AIU, Nationals, 3rd Position (As Actor & Director) | AIU Nationals, held at Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai | March,2026 |
| AIU Nationals, 4th Position (Mimicry Solo) | AIU Nationals, held at Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai | March,2026 | |||
| AIU Nationals, 5th Position (Mimicry) | AIU Nationals, held at Amity University, Noida | March, 2025 | |||
| 4 | Kaustabh Dey | BA Public Administration -2nd Semester | Secured 1st Place under-19 categroy | 3rd Achiever Chess Academy U-19 Chess Tournament 2026, Organised by Achiever Chess Academy at Rukmininagar, House No 19, Guwahati | 1/25/2026 |
| 5 | Tana Akin | BA Public Administration -6th Semester | Participated | Battle of Band, Competition of ADUJ-THE Literary and Cultural Fest organised by National Law University and Judicial Academy, Assam | 1st - 4th, May, 2025 |
| Winner | Loud & Live- Battle of Bands, held during GCU Varsity Week: EUPHUISM 2025 (Retro Rewind) | 5th-8th March, 2025 | |||
| 5 | Daniel Khonglah | MA Public Administration- 4th Semester | Participated in a three-day as Volunteer | A three-day Youth For Impact, Driving Equity & Innovation in Sports Leadership, organised by the Indian Institute of Management in collaboration with the Miinistry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of Meghalaya. | 5th-7th, March 2026 |
| Sl. No. | Name | Designation | Batch | Currently in | Secured |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pratiksha Das | Alumni | 2022-2024 | M.A. Pass from RGU and appeared recently for B.ed Entrance Examination | NET Ph.D. only |
| 2 | Rahul Jyoti Medhi | Alumni | 2021-2023 | M.A. Pass from RGU | NET Ph.D. only |
| 3 | Trishna Das | Alumni | 2020-2023 | B.A. Pass from RGU | NET Ph.D. only |
| 4 | Huanlym Sumpa | Student | 2024-2026 | M.A. 3rd semester | NET Ph.D. only |
| 5 | Raciful Bamon | Former student | 2023-2025 | M.A. Pass from RGU | NET Ph.D. only |
| 6 | Lanukumla Jamir | Former student | 2023-2025 | M.A. Pass from RGU | NET Ph.D. only |
| 7 | Junei Peace N Iawphniaw | Former student | 2022-2024 | M.A. Pass from RGU | NET Ph.D. only |
| 8 | Pratiksha Das | Former student | 2022-2024 | M.A. Pass from RGU | NET Ph.D. only |
| 9 | Dennis Ronghang | Former student | 2022-2024 | M.A. Pass from RGU | NET Ph.D. only |
| 10 | Vikehiezo David Richa | Former student | 2022-2024 | M.A. Pass from RGU | NET Ph.D. only |
| 11 | Birina Barthakur | Ph.D. scholar | NET Ph.D. only | ||
| 12 | Ringmaidi Kemprai | Former student | 2023-2025 | M.A. Pass from RGU | NET Ph.D. only |
| 13 | Mary Laldinthari | Former student | 2023-2025 | M.A. Pass from RGU | NET Ph.D. only |
| 14 | Nancy Paul | Former student | 2023-2025 | M.A. Pass from RGU | NET Ph.D. only |
| 15 | Moumita Sarkar | Ph.D. scholar | NET Assistant Professor Only |
