- About
- Academic Programs
- Research
- Clinical Facilities & Services
- Collaboration & Linkages
- Key Achievements
- Who’s Who
- Publications & Resources
- Digital Integration
- Contact
- Benefit
North Eastern Institute of Ayurveda and Homoeopathy (NEIAH), Shillong
Parent Ministry: Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India
Established: 2015
Affiliation: North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU), Shillong
Location: Mawdiangdiang, Shillong – 793018, Meghalaya
Status: Autonomous Institution under the Ministry of AYUSH
Official Website: https://neiah.nic.in
What Is NEIAH, Shillong?
The North Eastern Institute of Ayurveda and Homoeopathy (NEIAH) is a dual-mode national institute providing education, research, and healthcare services in both Ayurveda and Homoeopathy.
It was established to meet the regional demand for AYUSH education and services while integrating traditional and local healing practices of the Northeast with mainstream healthcare.
In simple words —
NEIAH Shillong is the Northeast’s first integrated AYUSH institute — combining Ayurveda, Homoeopathy, and indigenous wisdom for holistic health and education.
Vision & Mission
| Goal | Description |
|---|---|
| Integration of Systems | To promote education and healthcare through Ayurveda and Homoeopathy. |
| Human Resource Development | To produce qualified doctors, teachers, and researchers in AYUSH systems. |
| Research Advancement | To conduct scientific and clinical research relevant to local health issues. |
| Healthcare Accessibility | To provide affordable AYUSH treatment to the people of the Northeast. |
| Ethnomedical Preservation | To document and validate indigenous folk medicine practices. |
Institutional Overview
| Division | Description |
|---|---|
| Ayurveda College | Offers BAMS degree and Ayurvedic clinical services. |
| Homoeopathy College | Offers BHMS degree and Homoeopathic hospital care. |
| Hospital Complex | Provides OPD and IPD services in both disciplines. |
| Research & Development Unit | Conducts fundamental and clinical studies. |
| Pharmacy & Herbal Garden | Manages preparation and cultivation of medicinal plants. |
| Community Outreach Wing | Implements AYUSH awareness and health camps. |
Academic Programs
| Program | Duration | Description |
|---|---|---|
| BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine & Surgery) | 5.5 years | Undergraduate course in Ayurveda covering modern and classical subjects. |
| BHMS (Bachelor of Homoeopathic Medicine & Surgery) | 5.5 years | Undergraduate degree in Homoeopathy including clinical exposure. |
| MD / PG Courses (Proposed) | 3 years | Postgraduate specialization under development. |
| Certificate Courses | 3–6 months | Short-term training in Panchakarma, pharmacy, and AYUSH health promotion. |
| Internship Programs | 1 year | Clinical internship in respective AYUSH disciplines. |
Research & Development
NEIAH focuses on research that links traditional wisdom with modern science, particularly addressing diseases prevalent in the Northeast region.
| Research Area | Description |
|---|---|
| Ayurvedic Research | Validation of herbal medicines from the rich biodiversity of Meghalaya. |
| Homoeopathic Clinical Trials | Evaluation of remedies for respiratory and skin diseases. |
| Pharmacognostic Studies | Standardization of raw herbal drugs. |
| Ethnobotanical Documentation | Field studies among local tribes to record folk medicine. |
| Collaborative Projects | Conducted with CCRAS, CCRH, CSIR, and NEHU. |
Recent Initiatives:
- Clinical research on herbal anti-inflammatory formulations.
- Studies on lifestyle diseases like hypertension and diabetes.
- Documentation of Khasi and Jaintia traditional medicine systems.
- Digitization of local medicinal plant data under the AYUSH GRID framework.
Hospital & Clinical Facilities
| Facility | Description |
|---|---|
| Hospital Capacity | 100 beds – 50 each for Ayurveda and Homoeopathy wings. |
| Outpatient Department (OPD) | Daily patient consultation in both systems. |
| Inpatient Department (IPD) | Admission facilities with diet and therapy units. |
| Specialty Clinics | Skin, ENT, Pediatrics, Women’s Health, Lifestyle Diseases, etc. |
| Diagnostic Laboratory | Equipped for biochemistry, pathology, and imaging. |
| Pharmacy & Panchakarma Unit | Preparation and administration of classical therapies. |
| Medicinal Plant Garden | Over 250 medicinal species cultivated for teaching and research. |
Daily Footfall: 500–700 patients on average (combined).
Collaboration & Linkages
| Partner Institution | Area of Collaboration |
|---|---|
| CCRAS & CCRH | Research and faculty development. |
| NEHU & CSIR–NEIST | Academic collaboration and drug standardization. |
| NMPB & BSI | Medicinal plant identification and conservation. |
| State Health Departments | Public health integration and AYUSH implementation. |
| WHO-GCTM (Jamnagar) | International coordination and standardization. |
Key Achievements
Established as India’s first dual-discipline AYUSH institute in the Northeast (2015).
Successfully running BAMS and BHMS programs with 60 students each.
Conducted field documentation of 1,500+ regional medicinal plants.
Published Handbook on Folk Medicine Practices of Meghalaya.
Organized National Ayurveda and Homoeopathy Symposiums.
Implemented AYUSH-HIMS and digital data management.
Developed regional herbal formulations under research evaluation.
Who’s Who (Leadership & Governance)
| Designation | Officer Name | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Director, NEIAH | Prof. (Dr.) Ranjit Kumar Das (as of 2025) | Overall head managing academics, research, and hospital functions. |
| Secretary, Ministry of AYUSH | Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha | Policy guidance and institutional oversight. |
| Dean (Ayurveda) | — | Academic head for Ayurveda programs. |
| Dean (Homoeopathy) | — | Academic head for Homoeopathy programs. |
| Medical Superintendent | — | Hospital administration and patient care. |
Publications & Resources
- NEIAH Annual Reports
- Ayurveda & Homoeopathy Research Bulletin
- Manual on Indigenous Medicinal Plants of Meghalaya
- Public Health Handbooks in Local Languages
- Proceedings of National Conferences on AYUSH Integration
- Drug Formulary for Regional Ailments
Digital Integration
| Platform | Function |
|---|---|
| AYUSH Research Portal | Repository of ongoing and published research. |
| AYUSH GRID | Institutional performance and data network. |
| AYUSH e-Learning | Online academic resources and digital classrooms. |
| AYUSH-HIMS | Hospital management and electronic patient records. |
| NAM Portal | Project and fund monitoring system. |
Contact & Grievance Redressal
North Eastern Institute of Ayurveda and Homoeopathy (NEIAH)
📍 Mawdiangdiang, Shillong – 793018, Meghalaya, India
📧 Email: director-neiah@gov.in / info@neiah.nic.in
📞 Phone: 0364-2531114 / 0364-2531115
🌐 Website: https://neiah.nic.in
Grievances:
https://pgportal.gov.in → Ministry of AYUSH → NEIAH, Shillong
Useful Links
- Ministry of AYUSH: https://ayush.gov.in
- Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS): https://ccras.nic.in
- Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH): https://ccrhindia.nic.in
- AYUSH GRID: https://ayushgrid.gov.in
- National AYUSH Mission: https://namayush.gov.in
Benefits to Citizens
| Beneficiary | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Students | Access to dual AYUSH education in Ayurveda and Homoeopathy. |
| Patients | Affordable healthcare through both systems. |
| Researchers | Opportunities for interdisciplinary AYUSH research. |
| Teachers | Professional development and academic exchange. |
| Communities | Integration of folk medicine and awareness drives. |
Impact
- Strengthens AYUSH presence in the Northeastern states.
- Promotes integration between Ayurveda, Homoeopathy, and folk medicine.
- Provides quality healthcare access to underprivileged rural communities.
- Builds skilled AYUSH professionals for regional and national service.
- Supports India’s holistic health and traditional knowledge diplomacy.