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Gauhati University Guwahati Course Admission 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Application Process, Selection Criteria

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02 Jul, 2026 Gauhati University Guwahati Doctorate Admission 2026 (Autumn session) schedule is out. Candidates can register from Jul 15 to 21. GURET 2026 on Jul 26, 2026. 

Gauhati University Admission 2026 follows separate entrance-based routes for each programme group. The university uses its own merit-based process for FYIMP based on CUET UG and  Class 12 marks, GU-PGET for MA and M.Sc degrees, and Assam CEE or JEE Main ranks for B.Tech admissions.

B.Tech and law admissions require a valid Assam Permanent Resident Certificate. FYIMP and PG programmes are open to all eligible Indian candidates.

Admission Update:
  • FYIMP (Five-Year Integrated Masters): Spot admission is ongoing from June 15, 2026. Commencement of Classes from August 01, 2026.
  • B.Tech: CEE/JEE route applications open. Deadline: July 12, 2026. GU Biotech entrance test application deadline: July 13, 2026.
  • PG (MA/M.Sc/M.Com): GU-PGET exam on July 3, 4, and 5, 2026. Provisional rank list expected July 20, 2026.
  • Reservations include 7% for SC, 10% for ST (Plain), 5% for ST (Hill), 27% for OBC/MOBC candidates NCL certificate, and 10% for EWS.
  • Application fee is INR 700 for General, OBC, and EWS candidates. INR 500 for SC, ST, and PwBD candidates.
  • PG applicants in their final year of UG may apply to GU-PGET 2026 provisionally.
  • One GU-PGET application allows attempts in up to 3 different subject papers.
  • FYIMP selection is based on Class 12 marks through a department-wise merit list.

Gauhati University Admission Portal: admissions.gauhati.ac.in

Direct Admission at Gauhati University: Gauhati University does not offer a management quota. All seats across every programme are filled through merit and competitive entrance exams.

Gauhati University FYIMP Admission 2026

The Five-Year Integrated Masters Programme (FYIMP) is Gauhati University’s flagship campus programme. It spans 38 departments at the Jalukbari campus and offers 893 seats for session 2026-27. The programme leads directly to a Master’s qualification without a separate PG application.

CUET UG 2026 Dates

Event Date
Application Timeline Jan 03 - Feb 26, 2026
Application Correction Window 17-19 April 2026
Admit Card Release May 2026 (Phase-wise)
CUET UG 2026 Examination 11 May - 31 May 2026
CUET UG 2026 Result 23 June 2026

If seats remain vacant after allocating candidates with CUET scores, non-CUET students may be considered based on their Class 12 marks during Spot Admissions.

Gauhati University Non-CUET admission Dates 2026 for FYIMP

Gauhati University FYIMP Eligibility Criteria

Criterion Requirement
Qualifying Exam 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised board.
Entrance Requirement No entrance exam is required for most UG programmes; admission is based on Class 12 marks. Integrated M.Tech admissions are based on a valid Assam CEE or JEE Main rank.
Subject Eligibility Candidates must meet the subject-specific eligibility requirements prescribed for the chosen programme or department.

Download PDF: Gauhati University FYIMP Brochure 2026

Gauhati University FYIMP Selection Criteria 2026

Gauhati University prepares a department-wise merit list based on 10+2 marks. Candidates with a higher score get priority in department allotment. Separate lists are released for each of the 38 departments.

  • Spot admission fills remaining vacant seats in a final round.
  • Category-wise seats follow the Assam state reservation matrix.
  • No interview, group discussion, or additional test is conducted for FYIMP (except the CEE/JEE-based Integrated M.Tech stream).

Note: Review your Class 12 subject combination against your target FYIMP department at Gauhati University. A subject mismatch may disqualify a candidate from specific departments even with a high overall score.

How to Apply for FYIMP at Gauhati University?

  • Visit the Assam Samarth portal (assamadmission.samarth.ac.in) during the application window.
  • Register and fill in personal and academic details, and select your preferred FYIMP department.
  • Upload required documents (Class 12 marksheet and admit card, category certificates, etc.).
  • Pay the application fee (INR 700 for General/OBC/EWS; INR 500 for SC/ST/PwBD).
  • Check the provisional merit list and confirm allotment by paying the admission fee.

Gauhati University B.Tech Admission 2026

The Gauhati University Institute of Science and Technology (GU-IST) offers B.Tech in Biotechnology, Electronics and Communication Engineering, and Robotics and Artificial Intelligence. All B.Tech admissions are restricted to Assam PRC holders. Seats are allotted through Assam CEE or JEE Main 2026 merit rank (Biotechnology also has a separate GU-conducted entrance test route).

Gauhati University B.Tech Admission Dates 2026

Event Date
Assam CEE 2026 Exam June 14, 2026
GU B.Tech Application Opens (CEE/JEE Route) June 29, 2026
Last Date to Apply (CEE/JEE Route) July 12, 2026
Last Date to Apply for GU Biotechnology Entrance Test July 13, 2026 (11:55 PM)
GU Biotechnology Entrance Test Admit Card From July 18, 2026
GU Biotechnology Entrance Test July 21, 2026
GU Biotechnology Entrance Test Result Last Week of July 2026

Gauhati University B.Tech Eligibility Criteria

Programme Eligibility Selection Basis
B.Tech (ECE and Robotics & AI) 10+2 with PCM with at least 50% marks
Assam CEE / JEE Main rank
B.Tech Biotechnology (CEE/JEE Route) 10+2 with PCM/PCB with at least 50% marks
B.Tech Biotechnology (GU Test) 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry without grace marks, minimum 45% (General) or 40% (Reserved), minimum age 17 years GU Biotechnology Entrance Test 2026
B.Tech Lateral Entry Diploma in the relevant Engineering discipline JLEE-Assam 2026 score

Gauhati University B.Tech Selection Criteria 2026

GU-IST allots seats based on Assam CEE or JEE Main merit rank. Higher-ranked candidates get earlier programme choice. For the Biotechnology entrance test route, GU conducts an offline MCQ exam at Guwahati.

  • GU Biotechnology entrance test has 100 MCQs covering Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics, based on the AHSEC Higher Secondary syllabus.
  • 10+2 must be cleared in a single sitting without grace marks for all B.Tech routes.
  • Assam PRC must be produced in original at document verification.

Key insight: JEE Main candidates holding an Assam PRC can apply directly through the GU Samarth portal. Both CEE Assam and JEE Main ranks are accepted on equal terms for seat allotment at GU-IST.

How to Apply for B.Tech at Gauhati University?

  • Obtain a valid Assam CEE 2026 or JEE Main 2026 rank (or JLEE-Assam for lateral entry).
  • Visit the GU Samarth admission portal (gauhatiadmission.samarth.edu.in) and complete online registration.
  • Upload PRC, Class 12 marksheet, and entrance exam rank card.
  • For the GU Biotech entrance test route, pay INR 1,000 and download the admit card from July 18, 2026.
  • Attend the offline exam at Gauhati University on July 21, 2026.
  • Participate in document verification after merit list release and confirm admission.

Gauhati University PG Admission 2026

Gauhati University admits MA, M.Sc, and M.Com students through the GU Post Graduate Entrance Test (GU-PGET 2026), covering 55+ academic disciplines across 45+ departments and centres. The offline OMR exam is held across multiple centres in Assam and neighbouring states. M.Tech admission is handled separately: most M.Tech programmes are also PGET-based, though a few (e.g. via GATE) may use a valid GATE score instead — check the specific programme page.

Gauhati University GU-PGET 2026 Dates

Gauhati University PG Admission Dates 2026

Gauhati University PG Eligibility Criteria

Programme Eligibility Selection Basis
MA, M.Sc, M.Com Bachelor's degree in the relevant discipline with at least 45% marks (relaxation for SC/ST)
GU-PGET 2026 score
M.Tech B.Tech/B.E. or an equivalent PG degree in the relevant discipline
M.Tech (GATE-Linked Programs) B.Tech/B.E. in the relevant discipline. Valid GATE score
  • Final-year UG students may apply provisionally. Admission is confirmed only after passing the qualifying degree.
  • A single GU-PGET application allows attempts in up to 3 subject papers.

Gauhati University PG Selection Criteria 2026

GU-PGET covers 55+ academic disciplines across 45+ departments and centres. The exam has 100 MCQs in 2 hours. Correct answer earns 1 mark. Each wrong answer deducts 0.25 marks. No interview or group discussion is conducted.

  • Separate question papers are set for each subject. Candidates choose papers at application time.
  • Provisional rank lists are released subject-wise and category-wise after the exam.
  • Exam centres span Assam and some neighbouring states.

How to Apply for PG Admission at Gauhati University?

  • Visit the GU Samarth portal (gauhatiadmission.samarth.edu.in) and register.
  • Fill the online application and select up to 3 subject papers.
  • Upload photograph, signature, and graduation marksheet.
  • Download the admit card before the exam and report to the allotted centre.
  • Check the rank list on July 20, 2026 and complete document verification.

Note: Applicants applying for GU-PGET 2026 must pay an entrance examination fee of INR 800 for one program, INR 1,600 for two programs, and INR 2,400 for three programs.

Gauhati University LLB and BA LLB Admission 2026

Gauhati University conducts its own offline entrance exam for BA LLB (5-year integrated), LLB (3-year), and LLB Hons programmes. Admission is restricted to Indian citizens holding an Assam PRC. The exam is held only at the Gauhati University campus in Guwahati.

Admission to Five-Year Integrated Law programmes (BA LL.B., B.Com LLB, BBA LL.B. and their Honours variants) and the 3-year LL.B. at law colleges affiliated with Gauhati University for 2026-27 is conducted through the Assam CAT-2026 (Common Admission Test) - a common entrance test that covers affiliated law colleges across Assam, not a GU-only exam. Admission is restricted to Indian citizens holding an Assam PRC.

Gauhati University LLB Admission Dates 2026

Gauhati University Law CAT date 2026
The CAT 2026 notification was released on June 30, 2026. However, the university suspended the CAT entrance examination through a notification dated July 3, 2026, citing irregularities in the admission process. A revised schedule will be notified later.
Gauhati University Law CAT Suspensiuon Notice 2026

Gauhati University LLB Eligibility Criteria

Programme Eligibility Selection Basis
BA LLB 10+2 or equivalent with min. 45% marks
CAT 2026 (Common Admission Test)
LLB / LLB (Hons.) Bachelor's degree with min. 45% marks

Gauhati University LLB Selection Criteria 2026

Admission uses one common entrance exam (CAT-2026) for the law programmes. The exam has 100 MCQs in 4 sections over 2 hours. Each wrong answer deducts 1 marks. Final merit is based only on entrance exam score.

  • Exam sections: General Knowledge, English Comprehension, General Mathematics, and Logical Reasoning.
  • 15 exam cetntres available in Assam, in case of unavailability of test centres, alloted cetre will be subject to feasibility and availability.
  • Candidates who passed 10+2 with grace marks are not eligible for BA LLB admission.

How to Apply for LLB at Gauhati University?

  • Check admissions.gauhati.ac.in for CAT-2026 notifications and the list of participating colleges.
  • Register online and fill personal and academic details.
  • Upload Assam PRC, qualifying marksheet, and a passport-size photograph.
  • Pay the application fee of INR 1500 and submit before the official deadline.
  • Download your admit card and report to your allotted exam centre on the exam day.

Gauhati University Scholarships 2026

Students at Gauhati University can apply for government scholarships and the university’s internal aid fund. Most financial support is available through central and Assam state government schemes.

  • Ishan Uday Scholarship: For students from Northeast India. Covers up to INR 1.5 lakh over 3 years. Family income must be below INR 3.86 lakh per year. Selection is merit-based.
  • Assam State Merit Scholarship: Up to INR 20,000 for meritorious UG and PG students selected by the state government.
  • Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC): Central government scheme covering tuition fees and maintenance allowance for eligible students.
  • GU Poor Students’ Aid Fund: Internal university fund for financially needy students. Requires income proof. Applied for after admission.

Gauhati University Admission FAQs

Ques. Is CUET UG mandatory for FYIMP admission at Gauhati University?

Ans. Yes. All FYIMP admissions at Gauhati University require a valid CUET UG score from NTA. No separate GU entrance exam is conducted for this programme.

Ques. Can students from outside Assam apply for B.Tech at Gauhati University?

Ans. No. B.Tech admission at GU-IST is restricted to Indian citizens with a valid Assam PRC. Students from other states are not eligible regardless of their JEE Main or CEE rank.

Ques. What are the eligibility requirements for PG admission at Gauhati University?

Ans. Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree in the relevant discipline with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks. SC/ST candidates receive marks relaxation. Final-year UG students may apply provisionally to GU-PGET 2026.

Ques. What is GU-PGET and which programmes does it cover?

Ans. GU-PGET is the Gauhati University Post Graduate Entrance Test. It is an offline OMR exam with 100 MCQs in 2 hours. It covers 23 MA, 21 M.Sc, and 5 M.Tech programmes. Negative marking of 0.25 per wrong answer applies. M.Tech admission requires a GATE score, not PGET.

Ques. Does Gauhati University offer direct or management quota admission?

Ans. No. Gauhati University does not offer a management quota or direct admission route. All seats in every programme are filled through merit-based competitive entrance exams.

Ques. What is the application fee for Gauhati University admission 2026?

Ans. The standard application fee is INR 700 for General, OBC, and EWS candidates. SC, ST, and PwBD candidates pay INR 500. The GU Biotechnology separate entrance test has an application fee of INR 1,000.

Ques. How many seats are available under FYIMP at Gauhati University?

Ans. Gauhati University offers 893 seats across 38 departments under FYIMP for the 2026-27 session. All seats are on the Jalukbari campus and filled through CUET UG scores.

Ques. What is the reservation policy at Gauhati University?

Ans. Gauhati University follows Assam state reservation: SC 7%, ST(P) 10%, ST(H) 5%, OBC/MOBC 27%, EWS 10%, and PwBD 5% horizontal. This applies across all programmes at the university.

Ques. Are NET-JRF or GATE holders exempt from GURET for PhD admission at Gauhati University?

Ans. Yes. Candidates with a valid NET-JRF or GATE score are exempted from the GURET entrance exam. They proceed directly to the departmental interview stage for PhD admission.

Ques. What scholarships are available for students at Gauhati University?

Ans. Students can apply for the Ishan Uday Scholarship (up to INR 1.5 lakh for NE students, family income below INR 3.86 lakh), Assam State Merit Scholarship (up to INR 20,000), central government post-matric scholarships for SC/ST/OBC categories, and the GU Poor Students’ Aid Fund for financially needy students.

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The Bachelor of Commerce [B.Com] program at Gauhati University requires eligibility of completing 10+2 in the commerce field. Admissions for B.Com are based solely on 12th-grade marks, with no entrance exam required. However, for the Master of Commerce [M.Com] program, an entrance exam is necessary for admission, and passing this exam is mandatory. Category-wise reservations are available for OBC, SC, and ST candidates, but no reservation benefits are offered to the general category.

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Gauhati University Guwahati Upcoming Important Dates 2026

Important Events

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Admission Timeline [BA LLB]
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Jul 13, 2026 - Jul 27, 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
CUET UG Result Declaration Date
Upcoming
Jul 30, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
CUET UG Exam Date
May 11, 2026 - May 31, 2026
CUET UG Admit Card Release Date
May 04, 2026
CUET UG Application Registration Window
Jan 03, 2026 - Feb 04, 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
Allotted Seats Acceptance - Round 2 Assam CEE 2026 [B.Tech]
Ongoing
Jul 24, 2026 - Jul 26, 2026
Reporting with Documents - Round 2 Assam CEE 2026 [B.Tech]
Ongoing
Jul 25, 2026 - Jul 29, 2026
Seat Allotment - Round 3 Assam CEE 2026 [B.Tech]
Upcoming
Aug 04, 2026
Allotted Seats Acceptance - Round 3 Assam CEE 2026 [B.Tech]
Upcoming
Aug 04, 2026 - Aug 05, 2026
Physical Admission & Document Verification - Round 3 Assam CEE 2026 [B.Tech]
Upcoming
Aug 04, 2026 - Aug 06, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
Seat Allotment - Round 2 Assam CEE 2026 [B.Tech]
Jul 24, 2026
Assam CEE 2026 Counselling Date
Jul 18, 2026
Reporting with Documents - Round 1 Assam CEE 2026 [B.Tech]
Jul 14, 2026 - Jul 15, 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
CAT Registration
Upcoming
Aug 03, 2026 - Sep 25, 2026
CAT Admit Card
Tentative
Oct 26, 2026
CAT Admit Card
Tentative
Oct 31, 2026
CAT Exam Date
Nov 29, 2026
CAT results
Tentative
Dec 18, 2026
CAT results
Tentative
Dec 23, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
Admission Timeline [MBA/PGDM]
Mar 06, 2026 - Apr 11, 2026
MAT registration
Dec 30, 2025 - Mar 02, 2026
MAT Exam Date
Mar 01, 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
Admission Timeline [LLB]
Ongoing
Jul 13, 2026 - Jul 27, 2026

Important Events

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CUET UG Result Declaration Date
Upcoming
Jul 30, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
CUET UG Exam Date
May 11, 2026 - May 31, 2026
CUET UG Admit Card Release Date
May 04, 2026
CUET UG Application Registration Window
Jan 03, 2026 - Feb 04, 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
Allotted Seats Acceptance - Round 2 Assam CEE 2026 [B.Tech]
Ongoing
Jul 24, 2026 - Jul 26, 2026
Admission Timeline [BA LLB]
Ongoing
Jul 13, 2026 - Jul 27, 2026
Admission Timeline [LLB]
Ongoing
Jul 13, 2026 - Jul 27, 2026
Reporting with Documents - Round 2 Assam CEE 2026 [B.Tech]
Ongoing
Jul 25, 2026 - Jul 29, 2026
CUET UG Result Declaration Date
Upcoming
Jul 30, 2026
Seat Allotment - Round 3 Assam CEE 2026 [B.Tech]
Upcoming
Aug 04, 2026
Allotted Seats Acceptance - Round 3 Assam CEE 2026 [B.Tech]
Upcoming
Aug 04, 2026 - Aug 05, 2026
Physical Admission & Document Verification - Round 3 Assam CEE 2026 [B.Tech]
Upcoming
Aug 04, 2026 - Aug 06, 2026
CAT Registration
Upcoming
Aug 03, 2026 - Sep 25, 2026
CAT Admit Card
Tentative
Oct 26, 2026

Expired Events

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Seat Allotment - Round 2 Assam CEE 2026 [B.Tech]
Jul 24, 2026
Assam CEE 2026 Counselling Date
Jul 18, 2026
Reporting with Documents - Round 1 Assam CEE 2026 [B.Tech]
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