Assam University, a central university, initiated its admission process in July 2016 with a quick application turnaround of 5 days. The selection process involved an entrance exam and an interview. The university is noted for its strong placement record, especially in the pharmaceutical sciences, with companies like Nestle, Sun Pharma, and Cipla recruiting graduates. Although placements were affected in 2019 and 2020 due to the pandemic, 70-80% of students typically secure jobs, with pharmacy graduates earning an average package of 6-7 lakh INR annually, and the highest package reaching 8 lakh INR.
Internships start from the sixth semester but are generally unpaid. The faculty is highly qualified, holding PhDs from esteemed institutions, and adopts diverse teaching methods that blend lectures, seminars, and practical sessions. The student-to-faculty ratio is favorable, providing personalized attention. The curriculum follows a semester system with exams twice a year and internal assessments. Fees are competitive compared to state universities, starting around 41,545 INR in the first year and totaling approximately 1.5 lakh INR over four years.
Additional charges for professional courses, like pharmacy, can bring the first-year fee to 66,620 INR. Financial aid is accessible through the Ishan Uday Scholarship, offering 78,000 INR annually for eligible North Eastern students, and various UGC scholarships for minority groups. The Students Aid Fund and NSP portal scholarships are also available, though specific fee waivers are not offered. The university's placement cell is active, primarily supporting MBA students, but also ensuring opportunities for pharmacy students.
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