### Education Statistics
Itanagar serves as the primary educational hub for Arunachal Pradesh, hosting the state's most prominent universities and technical institutes.
* **Literacy Rate:** The literacy rate of the Itanagar urban agglomeration is significantly higher than the state average. According to the 2011 census, Itanagar's average literacy rate was around 66.95%, but recent estimates suggest the urban literacy rate is now well over 80%. * **Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU):** Located in neighboring Doimukh, it is the premier central university in the state, offering widespread undergraduate and postgraduate programs. * **NERIST (North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology):** Located in Nirjuli (part of the Itanagar Capital Complex), it is a fully funded government institute known for producing top-tier engineering and forestry graduates. * **NIT Arunachal Pradesh:** The National Institute of Technology, operating in the region, is an "Institute of National Importance" focusing on advanced technical education. * **Schools:** The city hosts numerous well-regarded schools including Vivekananda Kendra Vidyalayas (VKV), Don Bosco School, and various government higher secondary schools, known for producing top academic results in the state.