Gauhati University FYIMP Admission 2026

FYIMP means the Five-Year Integrated Masters Programme. At Gauhati University, it is offered at the Jalukbari campus through 38 departments with 893 seats for the 2026-27 session. Students who complete the course move to a Master's qualification without applying separately for PG admission.

Gauhati University FYIMP Eligibility Criteria

Gauhati University FYIMP Selection Criteria 2026

For FYIMP, Gauhati University makes separate merit lists for all 38 departments. The score in 10+2 decides the merit position, and students with higher marks get preference during department allotment.

• Spot admission is used to fill seats that stay vacant after earlier allotments.
• Seats for each category are allotted as per the Assam state reservation rules.
• FYIMP does not have an interview, group discussion, or extra test, except for the Integrated M.Tech stream that uses CEE or JEE scores.

Note: Students should match their Class 12 subjects with the FYIMP department they want. A student may lose eligibility for a department if the required subject combination is missing, even with a strong overall score.

How to Apply for FYIMP at Gauhati University?

• Go to the Assam Samarth portal, assamadmission.samarth.ac.in, when applications are open.
• Create an account, enter personal and academic details, and choose the preferred FYIMP department.
• Upload the needed documents, including Class 12 marksheet and admit card, category certificates, and other required papers.
• Pay the application fee of INR 700 for General, OBC, and EWS, or INR 500 for SC, ST, and PwBD.
• Check the provisional merit list and confirm the allotted seat by paying the admission fee.

Gauhati University B.Tech Admission 2026

B.Tech courses at Gauhati University are offered by the Gauhati University Institute of Science and Technology, also called GU-IST. The available branches are Biotechnology, Electronics and Communication Engineering, and Robotics and Artificial Intelligence. Only students with an Assam PRC can apply. Seats are allotted through Assam CEE or JEE Main 2026 ranks, while Biotechnology also has a separate Gauhati University entrance test route.

Gauhati University B.Tech Eligibility Criteria

Gauhati University B.Tech Selection Criteria 2026

GU-IST gives seats according to Assam CEE or JEE Main merit rank. Students with better ranks get earlier choice of programme. For the Biotechnology test route, Gauhati University holds an offline MCQ-based test in Guwahati.

• The GU Biotechnology entrance test has 100 MCQs from Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics. The syllabus is based on the AHSEC Higher Secondary level.
• For all B.Tech routes, students must pass 10+2 in one sitting without grace marks.
• The original Assam PRC must be shown during document verification.

Key point: JEE Main students with an Assam PRC can apply through the GU Samarth portal. GU-IST accepts both CEE Assam and JEE Main ranks for seat allotment.

How to Apply for B.Tech at Gauhati University?

• Get a valid Assam CEE 2026 or JEE Main 2026 rank. For lateral entry, use the JLEE-Assam score.
• Open the GU Samarth admission portal, gauhatiadmission.samarth.edu.in, and complete registration.
• Upload Assam PRC, Class 12 marksheet, and the entrance exam rank card.
• For the GU Biotechnology test route, pay INR 1,000 and download the admit card when released.
• Appear for the offline test at Gauhati University.
• After the merit list, attend document verification and complete admission formalities.

Gauhati University PG Admission 2026

MA, M.Sc, and M.Com admission at Gauhati University is based on GU-PGET 2026, which is the university's Post Graduate Entrance Test. The test covers 55+ academic disciplines across 45+ departments and centres. It is an offline OMR exam conducted at centres in Assam and nearby states.

M.Tech admission is handled separately. Most M.Tech programmes also use PGET, while a few may accept a valid GATE score as per the specific programme rule.

Gauhati University PG Eligibility Criteria

• Students in the final year of UG can apply provisionally. Their admission becomes final only after they pass the qualifying degree.
• One GU-PGET application permits attempts in up to 3 subject papers.

Gauhati University PG Selection Criteria 2026

GU-PGET is held for 55+ academic disciplines across 45+ departments and centres. The paper has 100 MCQs and the duration is 2 hours. A correct answer gives 1 mark, and a wrong answer leads to a deduction of 0.25 marks. There is no interview or group discussion.

• Each subject has a separate question paper. Students select their papers while applying.
• After the exam, provisional rank lists are published subject-wise and category-wise.
• Exam centres are located in 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.
• Complete the online form and choose up to 3 subject papers.
• Upload photograph, signature, and graduation marksheet.
• Download the admit card before the exam and go to the allotted exam centre.
• Check the rank list and complete document verification.

Note: GU-PGET 2026 applicants 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 law admission covers BA LLB, B.Com LLB, BBA LLB, their Honours options, and the 3-year LLB offered by affiliated law colleges. Admission for the 2026-27 session is through Assam CAT-2026, which is a Common Admission Test for affiliated law colleges across Assam. Indian citizens with an Assam PRC can apply.

Gauhati University had also stated that BA LLB, LLB, and LLB Hons admission would be through an offline entrance exam. The test is connected with affiliated law college admission, and Assam PRC is required.

Gauhati University LLB Eligibility Criteria

Gauhati University LLB Selection Criteria 2026

Law admission is based on CAT-2026. The exam has 100 MCQs from 4 sections and runs for 2 hours. For every wrong answer, 1 mark is deducted. The final merit list is prepared only from the entrance exam score.

• The paper includes General Knowledge, English Comprehension, General Mathematics, and Logical Reasoning.
• 15 exam centres are available in Assam. If a test centre is not available, allotment depends on feasibility and availability.
• Students who passed 10+2 with grace marks cannot apply for BA LLB admission.

How to Apply for LLB at Gauhati University?

• Visit admissions.gauhati.ac.in for CAT-2026 notices and the participating college list.
• Register online and enter personal and academic information.
• Upload Assam PRC, qualifying marksheet, and a passport-size photograph.
• Pay the application fee of INR 1500 and submit the form within the official deadline.
• Download the admit card and appear at the allotted exam centre on the exam day.

Gauhati University PhD Admission 2026

Gauhati University PhD admission includes the GURET route and an exemption route for students with valid national-level scores. Candidates who have a valid NET-JRF or GATE score do not need to appear for GURET.

Gauhati University PhD Selection Criteria 2026

NET-JRF and GATE qualified candidates move directly to the departmental interview stage. Other eligible candidates must follow the GURET-based admission process as applicable.

Gauhati University Scholarships

Gauhati University students can apply for government scholarship schemes and the university's own aid fund. Most support comes from central government and Assam state government schemes.

• Ishan Uday Scholarship: This is for students from Northeast India. It covers up to INR 1.5 lakh over 3 years. The family income should be below INR 3.86 lakh per year, and selection is merit-based.
• Assam State Merit Scholarship: Meritorious UG and PG students chosen by the state government can receive up to INR 20,000.
• Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC): This central government scheme covers tuition fees and maintenance allowance for eligible students.
• GU Poor Students’ Aid Fund: This internal university fund supports students with financial need. Income proof is required, and students apply after admission.