Nagaland University: The central university with campuses in Kohima, Lumami, and Medziphema, offering various undergraduate and postgraduate programs. It can be a hub for academic collaborations and research.
Colleges: Nagaland has approximately 69 colleges (as per 2021-22 data), including:
Fazl Ali College, Mokokchung (established 1959): One of the oldest colleges, significant for higher education in the state.
Kohima Science College, Jotsoma: An autonomous science college.
Patkai Christian College, Dimapur: A prominent private college.
Government Polytechnic, Kohima: Offers diploma courses in vocational streams.