The Sikkim Manipal University, Gangtok is incorporated under the State Legislative Act (Act IX of 1995) of the Government of Sikkim.

• Sikkim Manipal University Directorate of Distance Education is recognised by
• University Grants Commission(UGC)
• Ministry of HRD
• Member of Association of Indian Universities (AIU)
• Recognised by Distance Education Council (DEC)
• Sikkim Manipal University, Directorate of Distance Education offers programs spread across 10 disciplines.
• Sikkim Manipal University - Directorate of Distance Education offers programs in Masters, Bachelors, Diploma and PG Diploma levels in various disciplines like Information Technology, Management, Journalism and Mass Communication, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Apparel & Fashion Design, Allied Health Sciences, Hospitality, Telecom and Commerce.