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Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences (SSUHS), Guwahati is a public affiliating university established in 2009 under The Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences Act, 2007, by the Government of Assam. SSUHS is the only Health Sciences University in the North Eastern Region with jurisdiction over the entire state of Assam. The Chancellor of the university is the Chief Minister of Assam.
SSUHS does not currently appear in NIRF rankings. As an affiliating regulatory university, it is assessed differently from direct teaching institutions.
The university is headquartered in Guwahati, Assam, and currently affiliates 47 health science institutions across Assam, spanning medical, dental, nursing, pharmacy, Ayurvedic, homoeopathic, and paramedical colleges.
- Affiliated MBBS Programmes: 15 plus medical colleges across Assam, including Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), Assam Medical College, Jorhat Medical College, and others
- Affiliated BDS Programmes: 3 dental colleges
- Affiliated BAMS / BHMS: Ayurvedic and homoeopathic colleges
- Affiliated B.Sc Nursing, B.Pharm, BPT: Nursing and pharmacy colleges across Assam
- Direct PhD Programmes: Offered at SSUHS in Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Ayurveda, Homoeopathy, Dental Sciences, Life and Allied Health Sciences, Medical Biotechnology, Paramedical, and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
PhD fees at SSUHS are INR 55,000 total across all research disciplines. MBBS and other programme fees at affiliated colleges are set by the respective institutions within the Assam Fee Regulatory Committee norms.
SSUHS does not conduct campus placements. Health science graduates from SSUHS-affiliated colleges pursue careers in government health services, NEET PG, NEET MDS, NEET SS, and private healthcare.
SSUHS Admission Dates 2026
Admissions to SSUHS-affiliated medical colleges for the 2026-27 academic session are anchored by NEET, with MBBS seats filled through MCC All India Quota counselling and Assam state quota counselling. NEET UG 2026 was held in May 2026 and the mop-up round allotment was declared on 30 September 2026.
| Event | Date / Status (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| NEET UG 2026 Exam | May 2026 |
| MCC AIQ Counselling Mop-up Round Allotment | 30 September 2026 |
| Assam State Quota MBBS Counselling | August to September 2026 |
| NEET PG 2026 Exam | 30 August 2026 |
| MCC PG Counselling (Expected) | October to November 2026 |
For SSUHS-conducted allied health programmes (B.Sc Nursing, BPharm, BPT and others at affiliated colleges), SSUHS holds its own entrance examination. PhD admissions at SSUHS are through a written entrance test and interview. The course-wise exam details are listed below.
| Programme | Exam / Route |
|---|---|
| MBBS at affiliated colleges | NEET UG (MCC AIQ and Assam state quota counselling) |
| BAMS / BHMS at affiliated colleges | NEET UG (Assam state AYUSH counselling) |
| MD / MS at affiliated colleges | NEET PG (MCC PG and Assam state PG counselling) |
| B.Sc Nursing / BPharm / BPT | SSUHS entrance examination |
| PhD (all disciplines) | SSUHS PhD entrance test and interview |
SSUHS Affiliated Colleges and Programmes
SSUHS affiliates 47 health science institutions across Assam. MBBS is the flagship programme across 15 plus affiliated medical colleges. The table below lists the key programme categories and direct SSUHS fees for doctoral research programmes.
| Programme | Level | Offered At | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBBS | UG (5.5 years) | 15 plus affiliated medical colleges | Set by Assam Fee Regulatory Committee per college |
| BDS | UG (5 years) | 3 affiliated dental colleges | Set per institution |
| BAMS / BHMS | UG (5.5 years) | Affiliated AYUSH colleges | Set per institution |
| B.Sc Nursing | UG (4 years) | 4 affiliated nursing colleges | Set per institution |
| B.Pharm | UG (4 years) | 3 affiliated pharmacy colleges | Set per institution |
| MD / MS | PG (3 years) | Affiliated medical colleges | Set per institution |
| PhD (all health science disciplines) | Doctorate | SSUHS directly | INR 55,000 total |
The major affiliated colleges include Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) in Guwahati, Assam Medical College and Hospital (AMCH) in Dibrugarh, Jorhat Medical College and Hospital (JMCH), Silchar Medical College and Hospital (SMCH), and Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed Medical College (FAAMC) among others. Each affiliated college sets its own fee structure within the norms prescribed by the Assam Fee Regulatory Committee.
SSUHS Admission Process
MBBS Admission at Affiliated Medical Colleges
MBBS admission to SSUHS-affiliated government and private medical colleges is entirely through NEET UG scores. Government college seats are filled through MCC AIQ counselling and Assam state quota counselling conducted by the Directorate of Medical Education, Assam.
- Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology with minimum 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST/OBC). Candidates must hold a valid NEET UG score.
- AIQ seats: Filled through MCC AIQ counselling (15% of government seats)
- State quota: Filled through Assam state NEET counselling (85% of government seats and all private college seats)
NEET UG closing ranks for MBBS at SSUHS-affiliated government colleges like GMCH Guwahati typically fall in the 5,000 to 20,000 AIR range for General Category, while private medical colleges in Assam admit candidates at significantly higher rank ranges under the state quota.
MD / MS Admission at Affiliated Medical Colleges
Postgraduate MD/MS admissions at SSUHS-affiliated medical colleges are through NEET PG, managed by MCC PG counselling for AIQ seats and the Assam state PG counselling for state quota seats. SSUHS sets the eligibility norms and conducts the academic calendar for all affiliated PG programmes.
PhD Admission at SSUHS
PhD admissions directly at SSUHS are conducted through a written entrance test and interview held by the university. Eligible candidates must hold an MBBS, BDS, BAMS, M.Sc, or equivalent postgraduate degree with minimum 55% marks in the relevant health science discipline.
SSUHS Career Outcomes
SSUHS does not conduct campus placements. Career outcomes for health science graduates from SSUHS-affiliated colleges follow the standard government health services pathway in Assam and the Northeast India region.
| Career Stage | Typical Compensation | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| MBBS Internship (Assam state) | INR 15,000 to 18,000 per month (stipend) | Mandatory rotating internship at affiliated hospital |
| Assam government Medical Officer | INR 56,100 to 65,000 per month | Level 10 post under Assam Health Services |
| MD/MS Residency (stipend) | INR 50,000 to 75,000 per month | PG residency at affiliated hospital |
| Senior Resident / Specialist | INR 80,000 to 1.5 Lakhs per month | Government specialist or private hospital consultant |
Most MBBS graduates from SSUHS-affiliated colleges pursue NEET PG for MD/MS specialisation. Assam government conducts regular Health Services recruitment, and graduates from GMCH and other premier SSUHS-affiliated colleges are well represented in Assam Health Services and Northeast government hospital appointments.
SSUHS Campus
SSUHS maintains its administrative headquarters in Guwahati, Assam. The university office oversees examination, affiliation, and regulatory functions for all 47 affiliated health science institutions spread across the state of Assam.
As an affiliating and regulatory university, SSUHS does not operate its own teaching hospital or large campus. Academic and clinical training takes place at the respective affiliated colleges and their attached hospitals. The largest affiliated hospital is Gauhati Medical College Hospital (GMCH) in Guwahati with over 1,200 beds serving the Assam and Northeast India catchment area. Assam Medical College and Hospital (AMCH) in Dibrugarh serves Upper Assam with comparable tertiary care facilities.
SSUHS vs MUHS vs KUHS
SSUHS is one of several state-level affiliating health sciences universities in India. Aspirants and families often want to understand how SSUHS compares with similar universities in other states when evaluating the regulatory and academic quality landscape of health science education.
| Parameter | SSUHS (Assam) | MUHS (Maharashtra) | KUHS (Kerala) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences | Maharashtra University of Health Sciences | Kerala University of Health Sciences |
| Location | Guwahati, Assam | Nashik, Maharashtra | Thrissur, Kerala |
| Established | 2009 | 1998 | 2010 |
| Jurisdiction | Entire Assam (Northeast India) | Entire Maharashtra | Entire Kerala |
| Affiliated Institutions | 47 | 350 plus | 200 plus |
| Admission Route (MBBS) | NEET UG and state counselling | NEET UG and state CET Cell counselling | NEET UG and CEE Kerala counselling |
MUHS is one of the largest health sciences universities in India, affiliating over 350 institutions and covering the large Maharashtra medical education ecosystem. KUHS Kerala affiliates medical, dental, nursing, and allied health institutions across Kerala. SSUHS is the youngest of the three and the sole health sciences university for the entire Northeast India region. All three follow NEET-based admission for MBBS and regulate fee structures through state-level fee committees.
SSUHS FAQs
Ques. What is SSUHS and what does it do?
Ans. SSUHS (Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences) is a public affiliating university established by the Government of Assam in 2009. It is the only Health Sciences University in Northeast India and affiliates 47 medical, dental, nursing, pharmacy, and AYUSH colleges across Assam. It sets academic standards, conducts examinations, and grants degrees for all health science programmes in the state.
Ques. Does SSUHS offer MBBS directly?
Ans. No. SSUHS does not offer MBBS directly. MBBS and other health science undergraduate programmes (BDS, BAMS, BHMS, B.Sc Nursing, etc.) are offered at affiliated colleges and hospitals across Assam. SSUHS grants degrees to graduates of these affiliated institutions. SSUHS directly offers only PhD programmes in health science disciplines.
Ques. How does admission to MBBS under SSUHS work?
Ans. MBBS admission to SSUHS-affiliated medical colleges is through NEET UG. Government college seats are filled through MCC All India Quota counselling (15%) and Assam state NEET counselling (85%). Private medical college seats follow the Assam state quota counselling process. SSUHS itself does not conduct NEET counselling.
Ques. Which are the top medical colleges affiliated to SSUHS?
Ans. The leading SSUHS-affiliated medical colleges include Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) in Guwahati, Assam Medical College and Hospital (AMCH) in Dibrugarh, Jorhat Medical College and Hospital (JMCH), Silchar Medical College and Hospital (SMCH), and Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed Medical College. GMCH Guwahati is the premier government medical college in Assam.
Ques. What is the PhD fee at SSUHS?
Ans. The total PhD fee at SSUHS is INR 55,000 across all research disciplines including Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Ayurveda, Homoeopathy, Dental Sciences, Medical Biotechnology, Life and Allied Health Sciences, Paramedical, and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. PhD admission is through a written entrance test and interview.
Ques. Is SSUHS ranked by NIRF?
Ans. SSUHS does not currently appear in the published NIRF rankings. As an affiliating and regulatory university primarily conducting administrative and examination functions rather than direct teaching, it is assessed under different parameters from direct teaching institutions. Individual affiliated colleges like GMCH Guwahati may appear in NIRF Medical rankings separately.
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The steps to apply for SSUHS Admission are as follows:
At SSUHS, Guwahati, course fees vary by program. Undergraduate and PG health science courses can range approximately from INR 25,000 to over INR 3,00,000 per year, while specific programs like hospitality management are around INR 65,000 total. Additional charges may include registration, exam, and hostel fees, depending on the course.
Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences (SSUHS) offers a Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.) undergraduate program. The course duration is 4 years and requires 10+2 science eligibility. The annual fees for B.Pharm. at SSUHS are around INR 60,000 – INR 80,000 per year (approx.), but exact figures can vary by college and year, so confirm with the university
Under SSUHS (Assam), the Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) fee structure varies by affiliated college. Tuition fees range from INR 60,000 to INR 1.2 lakh per year. Additional costs include registration, examination, lab, library, and hostel fees, which are charged separately by the institute.
At Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences, D.Pharm admission requires 10+2 (Science) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Maths, and qualifying the entrance exam (CEE). Generally, around 50% marks are expected for the general category.
Yes, with 2700 rank (General category) you have a very good chance of getting a government B.Sc Nursing college. Top institutes like All India Institute of Medical Sciences close around rank 2000, while many government colleges close between 3000–10000 rank. So, you can get a good government college through AIQ or state counselling, especially in later rounds.
With 49 marks in CEE for Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences (SSUHS), getting a government college seat may be difficult in top courses like B.Sc. Nursing. However, chances may exist in lower-cutoff private or self-financed colleges depending on category, counseling round, and seat availability during admission.
Admission to D. Pharm (Diploma in Pharmacy) programs is based on 10+2 merit or specific state-level entrance examinations rather than national percentile scores like those used for B. Tech. A score of 24 percentile is not a standard criterion for D. Pharm admissions, as these programs prioritize your Class 12 aggregate marks in Science (PCB/PCM) or specific state exam ranks.
Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences (SSUHS) is a government university established in 2009 under the Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences Act, 2007, enacted by the Government of Assam. It is the only health sciences university in the northeastern region of India and holds jurisdiction over the entire state of Assam.
You can obtain and fill out the application form from the official RIPANS website or the admissions office. Submit the completed application form along with the required documents within the stipulated deadline
To get info on the college, you can check out the page SSUHS Guwahati Info to know more on the college.
The admission dates are not available in online mode for SSUHS admissions. You can keep checking the official website of SSUHS for getting updates about admission.
You will need to give SSUHS common entrance exam to get admitted to B.Sc Nursing. The deadlines to register for the 2023 session have already ended.
Yes, SSUHS Guwahati is State Government college and you can check out more on the same at SSUHS Guwahati Info.
You need to have passed 10+2 with 45% or more to be eligible for admission to B.Pharma.
You need to have passed 10+2 with 45% or more to be eligible and then appear for CEE exam to get admission.
The entrance exam for admission to SSUHS Guwahati has already been held by May 28th 2023.
Admissions at SSUHS will be done based on an entrance exam scheduled to be conducted on June 04, 2023. Visit the website for more information.
SSHUS is set up by the State Government, under the The Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Science Act, 2007. Visit the official website for more information.
Srimanta Sankaradeva University Of Health Sciences - [SSUHS], Guwahati does not offer B.Sc in medical laboratory.
Scholarships are not provided on the basis of courses. Rather, they are divided in sports, caste and merit category.