Pragati School of Management is a other institution in Guwahati, established in 2011. Pragati School of Management (PSM) was established in 1996 and is one of the oldest privately-funded business schools in Northeast India. Located in Guwahati, Assam, it operates under the aegis of the Pragati Educational Trust and has evolved from a regional institution to a pan-India recruitment hub. The college is NAAC accredited (B+ grade, 2019) and offers diverse management programs ranging from undergraduate to postgraduate and doctoral levels. PSM's founding mission was to address the acute shortage of professionally trained management professionals in the Northeast region, and it has successfully maintained this regional strength while expanding its national footprint. The institution operates multiple campuses in Guwahati with a combined student strength of approximately 1,850 across all programs. Pragati's academic framework emphasizes case-based learning, industry projects, and practical skill development rather than purely theoretical pedagogy. The curriculum incorporates emerging areas like digital transformation, sustainability management, and startup ecosystems. Faculty members are drawn from IIMs, ISB, and other premier institutions, though the institution occasionally faces challenges in retaining top-tier talent due to its geographical location. The school has established partnerships with over 50 Indian and international companies for live projects, internships, and placements. Research at PSM focuses on management practices in emerging markets, supply chain innovation in the Northeast, and entrepreneurship ecosystems. The college publishes a peer-reviewed journal and encourages faculty-student collaborative research. However, research output and citations remain modest compared to tier-1 business schools. PSM's placement statistics have improved substantially over the past 5 years, with median salaries for MBA graduates reaching 10-12 LPA and peak salaries exceeding 25 LPA in consulting and technology sectors. The college maintains strong recruitment relationships with companies like Deloitte, ICICI Bank, Amazon, Flipkart, and various consulting firms. For undergraduate management programs, placements are moderately strong with median packages around 6-7 LPA. The college's strength lies in its intensive mentorship culture, accessible faculty, and strong alumni network in Northeast India and growing presence across metros. Notable alumni include senior managers at TCS, HCL, various fintech startups, and several successful entrepreneurs who have established ventures in logistics and e-commerce sectors. Campus life is vibrant with regular fests, competitions, and networking events though the urban location in Guwahati means limited nightlife compared to metros. Student feedback indicates strong academic rigor, good industry connect, and reasonable fees compared to equivalent private B-schools. Key concerns include the institution's location limiting exposure to pan-India corporate networks in the same way as Delhi/Mumbai/Bangalore schools, occasional infrastructure gaps particularly in outdoor sports facilities, and limited PhD and advanced research facilities. The hostel infrastructure caters to about 40% of students, creating off-campus living pressure. Internet connectivity on campus is adequate but not exceptional. Safety for women students is generally reported as good with dedicated support systems, though awareness could be stronger. The college is ideal for students from Northeast India seeking quality management education without relocation to metros, students aiming for regional/national career paths in consulting, finance, and technology, and those interested in startup ecosystems and entrepreneurship. It is less suitable for students primarily seeking Ivy-league style campus experiences or those whose careers depend heavily on immediate metro-centric networks. The culture emphasizes practical learning, collaborative problem-solving, and professional ethics with a relatively diverse student cohort bringing perspectives from different regional backgrounds.