Assam University: Admission, Fees, Course, Placement

Silchar, India


Assam University ,Silchar ,Assam

Overview

Assam University is a public university established in 1994 by the Government of India, and located at Silchar, Assam, India. It is recognized by UGC and AICTE and accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC ) with a grade of B. 

In 2024, the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) ranked Assam University in the 101-150 band in the university category, and in 2023 it was ranked 101 in the NIRF ranking. Some popular courses the college offers include B.Tech, B.Arch, M.Tech, B.Sc, and M.Sc. The college also provides specialization courses like computer science engineering in cloud computing and Artificial intelligence. 

The college has a placement rate of 75% (approx.), with the highest package offer being INR 10 LPA for an MBA (Finance); in 2023, the highest package offer was INR 12 LPA for a B.Tech (Computer Science). The average package was INR 6-7 LPA for B.Tech students. Some popular recruiters included during the 2024 placement session were TCS, Wipro, Capgemini, Deloitte, ITC Infotech, Future Market Insight, IDBI Bank, HSBC, Berger Paints, and Bank of Baroda.

Quick Highlights 

The table below outlines the most important highlights for a clear and concise understanding

Particulars

Details

Placement Record

80% (approx.) 

Establishment & Location 

1994 in Silchar, Assam, India.

Accredited

“B” Grade by NAAC

Recognized By 

University Grants Commission (UGC) & All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)

Courses Offered

B.Tech, B.Arch, M.Tech, B.Sc, M.Sc

Highest Package

INR 10 LPA for MBA (Finance)

Mode of Application

Online Official Website

Recruiters 

Capgemini, Deloitte, ITC Infotech, Future Market Insight, IDBI Bank. 

Hostel

Yes (Fee range INR 35K - 40K) per Semester


Ranking

Assam University has always been in top-ranking bodies, as it provides consistent placement, successful sessions, academic results, and much more. The table below represents the latest ranking of the university. 

Ranking Body

Year

Rank

NIRF

2024

  • 101-150 in the University category (2024)
  • 101st in the University category (2023)

QS World Ranking

2024

751-800 in World University Rank

uniRank

2024

240 in Southern Asia Rank

Assam University ,Silchar ,Assam

Programs

Assam University offers various courses in science, arts, commerce, and management. The table below represents some of the courses the college offers along with the fee structure. For more latest updates, visit the official website. 

Program / Courses

Fees Structure

B.Tech

₹ 57,495 (1st Year Fees) {Approx}

MBA

₹ 80,925 (1st Year Fees) {Approx}

PhD

₹ 26,545 - 1.08 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) {Approx}

Master of Education [M.Ed]

₹ 12,845 (1st Year Fees) {Approx}

M.Sc

₹ 8,845 - 21,095 (1st Year Fees) {Approx}

MA

₹ 12,095 - 19,195 (1st Year Fees) {Approx}

B.Sc + B.Ed

₹ 21,345 (1st Year Fees) {Approx}

M.Com

₹ 12,195 (1st Year Fees)

Master of Business Administration [MBA]

1 courses • 2 years
--Average tuition fees
--Median salary
--Exams accepted
-Application date

Bachelor of Arts [BA]

1 courses • 3 years
--Average tuition fees
--Median salary
--Exams accepted
-Application date

Assam University ,Silchar ,Assam

Admissions

Assam University admission is based on merit score, and for some courses, the admission process is based on the entrance examination score followed by a counselling process.  The table below represents the courses and their eligibility to get admission to Assam University; however, students can check the official website for the latest updates. 

Program / Courses

Eligibility 

B.Tech

10+2 with 75% + JEE Main

MBA

Graduation with 50% + CAT

PhD

Post Graduation

Master of Education [M.Ed]

B.Ed.

M.Sc

Graduation

MA

L.L.B

B.Sc + B.Ed

Graduation

M.Com

Graduation

Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] + Master of Science [M.Sc] (Computer Science)

10+2


Important Dates

Assam University announces important dates for admission on the official website, students can check the latest updates through the official website. 

Dates

Exams Dates

Assam CEE 2025 application form

March 2025 onwards

JEE Main 2025 Exam Date Session 1

January 30, 2025

JEE Main 2025 Exam Date Session 2

April 1, 2025, to April 8, 2025

CAT 2025 Registration Date

August 2025 onwards

CAT 2025 Exam Date

November 30, 2025


Cutoff

Assam University cut-off criteria are different for every course and they change for every academic year. Additionally, a certain percentage of seats are reserved for candidates from SC/ST/OBC/PWD and minorities. The table below represents the 2024 cut-off list of undergraduate programs. 

Courses

2023 (Last Round)

2024 (Last Round)

B.Tech. in Agricultural Engineering

525709

634121

B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering

93317

98880

B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering

116993

144200

Master of Business Administration [MBA]

1

Courses

2 yrs

Duration

--

Total Seats

--

Tuition Fees

--

Exams

--

Eligibility

1

Courses

3 yrs

Duration

--

Total Seats

--

Tuition Fees

--

Exams

--

Eligibility

FAQs related to Admissions

CUET-UG exams will no longer be mandatory for admission to Assam University's undergraduate (UG) courses

Yes, students from all streams are eligible for a BA.

The minimum qualification required for B.tech CSE is 10+2 (50%) in PCM.

Candidates without CUET score shall not be considered eligible for admission.


Assam University ,Silchar ,Assam

Placements

Assam University offers an excellent placement record with 95% of students from B.Tech getting placed and with an overall 80% placement record. The college has a dedicated placement cell that organizes seminars and workshops. Students got internship opportunities in top companies with a good amount of stipend. 

The table below represents the key stats of the 2024 placement session.

FAQS

Yes, Assam University has a record with 95% of B.Tech students getting placed.

The highest package offered in 2024 for ECE was INR 7 LPA.

Assam University ,Silchar ,Assam

Scholarships

Assam University offers several types of scholarships and also provides government-funded scholarships for minority and need-based families. The table below represents the scholarship amount and its eligibility.  Some of the key scholarships available after enrolling in Assam University are as follows.

  • Combined Merit Scholarship
  • Non-NET fellowship
  • Assam University Student's Aid Fund
  • Post-matric scholarships
  • Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Protsahan (PM-USP) Yojana

Scholarship Type

Eligibility

Details

Post-matric scholarships

Available for SC/ST/PWD/OBC

100% tuition fee exemption

Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Protsahan (PM-USP) Yojana

Assam University students are eligible 

INR 12,000/ month

Most of the scholarship covers only tuition fees so it is not 100% free.

The scholarship amount is ₹2500 per month for boys and ₹3000 per month for girls.

Assam University ,Silchar ,Assam

Infrastructure

Assam University is spread over 600 acres of land area, the college has its in-campus hostel, separate for boys and girls. The college has 4 boys' hostels and 5 girls' hostels with more than 749 rooms with over 1500+ students' accommodations. The table below represents the college hostel capacity and fees.

Hostel 

Fees (Common for boys and girls)

4-seater room

INR 38,000 per semester

3-seater room

INR 45,000 per semester

2-seater room

INR 58,000 per semester

FAQs related to Infrastructure programs

There are, at present, nine hostels on the University campus. The hostels are: 4 for boys and 5 for girls students having approximately 749 single and shared room accommodation.

Yes, Assam University has a guest house that can accommodate up to 5 rooms per applicant.