Content Curator | Updated on - Jun 5, 2026

Assam University, Silchar, offers a 2-year M.Tech in Aquacultural Engineering through the Triguna Sen School of Technology (TSSOT). This specialised postgraduate programme covers aquaculture production systems, fish biology, water quality management and aquafarm engineering, making Assam University one of very few central universities in India to offer dedicated M.Tech-level training in aquacultural engineering for the NE Indian context.

📋 Admission Status: Admissions to M.Tech (Aquacultural Engineering) at Assam University for 2026-27 are based on GATE scores followed by counselling; check aus.ac.in for the admission notification and dates.

Key Points

2-year M.Tech in Aquacultural Engineering at a NAAC-accredited central university; intake of 18 seats.
Total fees of INR 82,950 for the full programme; GATE-qualified candidates eligible for MHRD fellowship of INR 12,400 per month.
Curriculum covers aquaculture production systems, water resource management, fish biology and aquafarm design.
Assam and the NE region have significant aquaculture potential, creating demand for specialist engineers and researchers.
Admission via GATE 2026 (Agricultural Engineering or Civil Engineering); CUET-PG accepted as an alternate route.

Assam University M.Tech (Aquacultural Engineering) Fees

Component	Amount (INR)
Year 1 Fees (Admission, Course, Development, Laboratory and Other Charges)	INR 43,920
Year 2 Fees (Annual Recurring Charges)	INR 39,030
Total Fees (2 Years, Hostel charges separate)	INR 82,950

Total fees of INR 82,950 cover admission, annual course fee, laboratory, school and department development, examination and other academic charges across all four semesters of the 2-year programme.
Year 1 includes one-time admission, identity card, placement brochure, library and laboratory caution-money charges; Year 2 reflects the recurring annual fee.
Optional hostel accommodation is available on campus; hostel and mess charges are billed separately and are not included in the total above.

Assam University M.Tech (Aquacultural Engineering) Admission 2026

Important Dates

Event	Date
GATE 2026 Registration Window	August to October 2025
GATE 2026 Examination	February 7 to February 15, 2026
GATE 2026 Result	March 19, 2026
CUET-PG 2026 Examination (alternate route)	March to April 2026
Counselling and Admission	June to July 2026

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Registration End	Exam Date	Result
GATE	August 2025	February 2026	March 19, 2026
CUET-PG	December 2025	March to April 2026	April 24, 2026

Admission to M.Tech programmes at Assam University is based on a valid GATE score in the relevant paper; CUET-PG is accepted as an alternate route.
Candidates who have qualified GATE are given preference; sponsored candidates (with 2 years of relevant work experience) may fill up to 5 percent of seats.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

A B.E./B.Tech or A.M.I.E. degree in Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering or an allied engineering discipline from a recognised institute with a minimum of 55 percent marks (50 percent for SC/ST/PwD).
A valid GATE 2026 score in Agricultural Engineering (AG) or Civil Engineering (CE) is required; CUET-PG is accepted as an alternate admission route.
Sponsored candidates with at least 2 years of relevant professional experience may apply for the sponsored seats (up to 5 percent of intake).

Admission Process

Appear for GATE 2026 in Agricultural Engineering (AG) or Civil Engineering (CE) or the relevant paper for the chosen specialisation.
Ensure a B.E./B.Tech or A.M.I.E. degree in the relevant engineering discipline with a minimum of 55 percent marks (50 percent for SC/ST/PwD).
Apply to Assam University, Silchar (TSSOT), with the GATE score and complete the online application form at aus.ac.in.
Participate in merit-based counselling and document verification as per the university schedule.
Confirm the seat by paying the first-year academic fees within the notified window.

✓ Opt for this if

Agricultural or civil engineers seeking specialisation in aquaculture and fisheries technology
GATE qualifiers in Agricultural Engineering targeting a GATE fellowship with low-fee M.Tech
Candidates interested in NE India’s fisheries, aquaculture or water resource development sectors
Aspirants planning research careers in aquatic sciences or government fisheries departments

✗ Skip if

Candidates seeking core computer science, electronics or mechanical M.Tech programmes
Students who need an IIT or NIT brand for premium research or industry placement outcomes
Applicants without a background in engineering who cannot meet GATE eligibility criteria

Assam University M.Tech (Aquacultural Engineering) Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
GATE Fellowship (MHRD)	INR 12,400 per month	GATE-qualified full-time M.Tech scholars at centrally-funded institutes
Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC)	As per government norms	SC, ST and OBC students meeting income criteria
Merit-cum-Means Scholarship	As per university norms	High-scoring students with demonstrated financial need

GATE-qualified candidates admitted to the full-time M.Tech programme at a centrally-funded university are eligible for the MHRD GATE fellowship of INR 12,400 per month, subject to satisfactory academic progress.
Central and State government scholarship schemes for eligible SC, ST, OBC, EWS and minority students are facilitated through the National Scholarship Portal.

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