Assam University Silchar MA Geography: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The MA in Geography at Assam University, Silchar is a two-year postgraduate programme offered by the Department of Geography, School of Social Sciences. The curriculum covers physical geography and geomorphology and related areas, equipping graduates with research skills, linguistic expertise, and career readiness for teaching, translation, journalism, and government services.

Ans. The total fee for the two-year MA in Geography at Assam University is INR 53,830, split across two years (INR 28,020 in Year 1 and INR 25,810 in Year 2). Hostel accommodation is optional and costs between INR 2,800 and INR 6,000 per year.

Ans. Yes, admission to MA Geography at Assam University is through CUET PG 2026 scores. Candidates must appear for CUET PG, select Assam University, Silchar as a participating institution, and apply on the AUS portal after results. Up to 50 percent of seats are reserved for graduates of AUS-affiliated colleges.

Ans. Graduates of the MA Geography programme can pursue careers as geography teacher and professor, GIS analyst and remote sensing specialist, urban and regional planner, environmental consultant, cartographer, civil services officer with Geography as optional subject, researcher at geographical survey organisations, and government officer in district planning bodies. The degree also qualifies graduates to appear for UGC NET/JRF examinations, opening pathways to lectureship and research fellowships at universities.

Ans. Yes, MA Geography students at Assam University can access government scholarships via the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in). SC/ST students are eligible for Post-Matric Scholarship (full tuition reimbursement). UGC also offers the National Fellowship for SC Students and the Maulana Azad National Fellowship for minority community students.