Gauhati University (short form GU) located in Jalukbari, Guwahati, is the oldest and one of the most prestigious universities in North East India. It was established in 1948. It is a teaching-&-affiliating university. It is accredited grade "A" by National Assessment and Accreditation Council. Initially it was being started with 18 affiliated colleges and 8 Post Graduate Departments in 1948, Gauhati University and today it has 39 Post Graduate Departments, besides IDOL (Institute of Distance and Open Learning), a constituent Law and Engineering College.