Assam University PhD admission 2026-27: Assam University, Silchar (AUS) is a central university established by an Act of Parliament, offering the Doctor of Philosophy programme through its Silchar headquarters and Diphu Campus. Candidates seeking Assam University PhD admission 2026-27 can apply for a maximum of two allied departments, with separate applications and fees required for each. The notice has been issued for the academic session 2026-27 across a wide range of academic departments.
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Departments Offering PhD Admission 2026-27
Assam University PhD admission 2026-27 covers 36 departments at Silchar headquarters and 7 departments at Diphu Campus, based on the seat matrix released in Annexure-A of the notice. The table below gives the proposed intake capacity for each department.
Silchar Headquarters
| Agricultural Engineering | 5 |
| Arabic | 1 |
| Bengali | 26 |
| Biotechnology | 9 |
| Business Administration | 18 |
| Chemistry | 22 |
| Commerce | 14 |
| Computer Science | 32 |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 23 |
| Earth Science | Nil |
| Ecology and Environmental Science | 4 |
| Economics | 4 |
| Education | 7 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | 19 |
| English | 11 |
| Hindi | 4 |
| History | 11 |
| Hospitality and Tourism Management | 6 |
| Law | 1 |
| Library and Information Science | 6 |
| Life Science and Bioinformatics | 14 |
| Linguistics | 12 |
| Manipuri | 2 |
| Mass Communication | 4 |
| Mathematics | 12 |
| Microbiology | 6 |
| Philosophy | 4 |
| Physics | 20 |
| Political Science | 10 |
| Performing Arts | 2 |
| Pharmaceutical Sciences | 17 |
| Sanskrit | 2 |
| Social Work | 9 |
| Sociology | 3 |
| Statistics | 7 |
| Urdu | 2 |
| Visual Arts | 22 |
| Total | 365 |
Diphu Campus
| Assamese | 3 |
| Centre for Tribal Studies | 5 |
| Commerce | 2 |
| English | 7 |
| History | 5 |
| Life Science and Bioinformatics | 4 |
| Physics | 7 |
| Total | 28 |
Note: The Assam University PhD admission 2026 notice states that reservation of seats for SC/ ST/ OBC (non-creamy layer)/ PwBD/ EWS candidates will be made as per Government of India rules. Candidates are advised to check the department-wise category breakup and area(s) of specialisation for each recognised supervisor in Annexure-A of the official notification before applying.
Eligibility Criteria
Assam University PhD admission 2026-27 eligibility is based on the AUS Ordinance on Ph.D. Programme 2023. Candidates are eligible if they fall in either of the following categories:
- A master’s degree of 1-year/ 2-semester duration after a 4-year/ 8-semester bachelor’s degree, or of 2-year/ 4-semester duration after a 3-year bachelor’s degree, in the same or allied subjects, with at least 55% marks in aggregate or equivalent grade wherever a grading system is followed.
- An equivalent qualification from a foreign educational institution accredited by an approved and recognised assessment and accreditation agency.
- Candidates who have completed the M.Phil. programme in the same or allied subject as per UGC regulations (2016 and subsequent amendments), with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade.
- Candidates possessing a degree equivalent to M.Phil. from a foreign educational institution accredited by a recognised authority in its home country.
A relaxation of 5% marks or equivalent grade is allowed for candidates belonging to SC/ ST/ OBC (non-creamy layer)/ Differently-abled/ Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and other categories, as per UGC decisions from time to time.
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Selection Process
- Selection for Assam University PhD admission 2026-27 will be based on NET/ SLET score, as well as RET (Research Entrance Test), which involves a university-level written test and personal interview.
- A personal interview is mandatory for all candidates who qualify based on their NET/ SLET/ RET score.
- Candidates seeking clarification are advised to contact the respective academic department.
Steps to Apply
- Visit the application portal by clicking on the link given below in the “Important Links” section.
- Register using your basic details and create login credentials.
- Fill in the online application form with personal, academic and category details.
- Select up to a maximum of two allied departments, if applying for more than one.
- Upload the required documents and pay the applicable application fee online.
- Submit a separate application with the requisite fee for each department applied to.
- Take a printout of the submitted application form of Assam University PhD admission 2026-27 for future reference.
Application Fee
| General and OBC (Creamy Layer) | Rs. 1,000/- |
| OBC (NCL)/ EWS | Rs. 900/- |
| SC/ ST/ PWD | Rs. 800/- |
Key Dates
| Opening of admission portal | 29th August 2026 |
| Last date of submission of online application | 13th September 2026 |
| Verification cum sending of admit cards | 14th September 2026 |
| Entrance test and viva voce of shortlisted candidates | 21st September 2026 |
| Entry of composite score by the department (latest by) | 22nd September 2026 |
| Publication of first merit list | 24th September 2026 |
| Date of admission (1st list) | 24th to 27th September 2026 |
| Publication of 2nd merit list, if any | 1st October 2026 |
| Admission of candidates from 2nd list, if any | 1st to 3rd October 2026 |
| Commencement of classes for coursework | 1st October 2026 |
Important Links
| Official Website |
| Apply now – Assam University PhD admission 2026-27 |
| Official Notification (available on the Assam University website) |
| Guidelines (available on the Assam University website) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Assam University PhD admission 2026-27 open?
The online application portal opened on 29th August 2026.
What is the last date to apply for Assam University PhD admission 2026-27?
The last date for submission of the online application is 13th September 2026.
How many departments are offering PhD admission at Assam University for 2026-27?
PhD admission is being offered in 36 departments at Silchar headquarters and 7 departments at Diphu Campus.
What is the minimum qualification required for Assam University PhD admission 2026-27?
Candidates need a master’s degree with at least 55% marks in aggregate in the same or allied subject, or an M.Phil. degree with the same minimum marks, subject to relaxation for reserved categories.
Is there a fellowship available for PhD candidates at Assam University?
The university may provide a Non-NET fellowship to selected candidates on a merit basis, subject to availability of funds received from the UGC.
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