Sikkim Manipal University is recognised by Ministry of Human Resource Development, Distance Education Council(DEC) and University Grants Commission (UGC) under Section 2(f). The university is offering various education programs in association with Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) and Manipal Universal Learning, as a part of its efforts to bring education to masses and fulfil the growing demand for software professionals. The courses include Master degree programs, Bachelor degree programs, Diploma and Post Graduate diploma programs, both in Information Technology and Management category. Twinning programs are also launched in collaboration with IT majors in the field of Wireless Technology.