SSUHS PhD Admission 2026: Apply for 44 seats; Apply by 31st October 2026
Apply for SSUHS PhD Admission 2026 in Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, Pharmacy & Allied Sciences. Submit online by 31st Oct 2026. Entrance Test on 27th Nov 2026.
SSUHS PhD Admission 2026: Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences (SSUHS), a state university in Guwahati, Assam, has invited applications for SSUHS PhD Admission 2026. The written entrance test will be held on 27th November 2026 (Friday) from 11 A.M. onwards at the University premises.
Eligible candidates from Health Sciences and Allied Health Sciences can apply for the programme in the faculties of Allopathic Medicine, Dentistry, Ayurvedic Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy and Allied Health Sciences. The last date to submit the application for SSUHS PhD Admission 2026 is 31st October 2026 (Saturday) up to 4 P.M.
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SSUHS PhD Admission 2026 Seat Matrix
The University has released a tentative seat matrix for the PhD entrance examination 2026, with a total of 44 seats across six faculties. The faculty-wise and subject-wise seat distribution is given below.
Faculty of Allopathic Medicine
A total of 24 seats are available under this faculty.
| Subject | Number of Seats |
|---|---|
| Anatomy | 5 |
| Biochemistry | 1 |
| Clinical Psychology | 1 |
| Community Medicine | 1 |
| Forensic Medicine & Toxicology | 1 |
| Microbiology | 2 |
| Onco-Pathology | 1 |
| Ophthalmology | 1 |
| Paediatric Surgery | 1 |
| Pathology | 3 |
| Physiology | 2 |
| Psychiatry | 2 |
| Radiology | 1 |
| Radiation Oncology | 1 |
| Surgery | 1 |
| Total | 24 |
Faculty under Dentistry
A total of 2 seats are available under this faculty.
| Subject | Number of Seats |
|---|---|
| Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics | 2 |
Faculty under Ayurvedic Medicine
A total of 8 seats are available under this faculty.
| Subject | Number of Seats |
|---|---|
| Sharir Rachana | 1 |
| Shalakya Tantra | 1 |
| Swasthavrita & Yoga | 1 |
| Shalya Tantra | 1 |
| Dravyaguna | 1 |
| Prasuti Tantra & Stree Roga | 1 |
| Rog Nidan Evum Vikriti Vigyan | 1 |
| Agada Tantra & Vidyaka Vaidhaka | 1 |
| Total | 8 |
Faculty under Nursing
A total of 5 seats are available under this faculty.
| Subject | Number of Seats |
|---|---|
| Child Health Nursing | 1 |
| Community Health Nursing | 1 |
| Medical Surgical Nursing | 1 |
| Obs. & Gynae Nursing | 2 |
| Total | 5 |
Faculty under Pharmacy
A total of 3 seats are available under this faculty.
| Subject | Number of Seats |
|---|---|
| Pharmaceutical Sciences | 3 |
Faculty under Allied Health Sciences
A total of 2 seats are available under this faculty.
| Subject | Number of Seats |
|---|---|
| Master in Medical Laboratory Sciences (MMLS) | 1 |
| Biochemistry | 1 |
Eligibility Criteria for SSUHS PhD Admission 2026
The eligibility conditions for the PhD programme under SSUHS are given below.
Educational Qualification
- Candidates applying under SSUHS PhD Admission 2026 must hold a Master’s degree or a professional degree declared equivalent to a Master’s degree by the corresponding statutory regulatory body.
- Candidates awarded the DNB (Diplomate of National Board) are also eligible.
- Candidates with an M.Sc. in the medical faculty of Anatomy/ Physiology/ Biochemistry/ Microbiology/ Pharmacology from a recognised institute are also eligible.
- Candidates who completed the M.Phil. programme before 2022 with at least 55% marks in aggregate, or an equivalent qualification from an accredited foreign educational institution, are eligible.
Minimum Marks and Relaxation
- Candidates applying under SSUHS PhD Admission 2026 must have secured at least 55% marks in aggregate or an equivalent grade of ‘B’ in the UGC 7-point scale. This condition does not apply to Post-Graduate degree holders whose grades or marks were not issued by the concerned University.
- A relaxation of 5% (from 55% to 50%) or an equivalent grade relaxation is allowed for SC/ ST/ OBC (non-creamy layer)/ differently-abled/ EWS candidates and other categories as per UGC regulations.
- The relaxation is based only on qualifying marks and does not include grace marks.
Candidates Not Eligible
- Candidates with a Master’s degree in non-medical subjects having no relevance to Allied Health Sciences disciplines are not eligible. Candidates qualified in subjects not under medical education and AYUSH should not apply.
- SSUHS has the right to determine the recognition status and equivalence of a candidate’s degree before registering the candidate for the PhD programme.
Selection Process
- Selection of SSUHS PhD Admission 2026 will be based on the written entrance test followed by an interview/viva-voce conducted by the University.
- The entrance test carries a weightage of 70%, while the interview/viva-voce carries a weightage of 30%.
- A candidate must secure at least 50% marks in the entrance examination to be eligible for the interview/viva-voce.
- Candidates who have qualified UGC-NET (including JRF), CSIR-UGC NET (including JRF), SET or GATE, and Teacher Fellowship holders are exempted from the written entrance test. However, they will have to appear in the interview/viva-voce. The NET marks are valid for one year from the date of declaration of the UGC-NET/ CSIR-UGC NET result.
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Entrance Test Pattern
The entrance examination syllabus will be of Master’s degree standard of the concerned specialities, as prescribed by the respective councils/ commission.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Entrance Test Marks | 70 |
| Number of Papers | Single paper |
| Duration | 3 hours |
| Paper I | Research Methodology (50%) |
| Paper II | Subject Specific (50%) |
| Interview/Viva-Voce Marks | 30 |
Documents Required
- Filled in application form (Google Form)
- Payment receipt of the application fee
- Supporting testimonials and other supporting documents
Steps to Apply for SSUHS PhD Admission 2026
- Visit the application portal by clicking on the link given below in the “Important Links” section.
- Pay the application fee through the Student Corner on the University website by selecting Online Fees Payment, then the payment category as student/applicant/candidate, and the fees category as PhD fees, followed by Application Fees for PhD.
- Fill in the Google Form available on the University website.
- Upload the payment receipt and other supporting documents along with the filled-in application form.
- Submit the form on or before 31st October 2026 up to 4 P.M.
- Send hard copies of the application form with the related documents submitted in the Google Form to the Registrar (Academic), Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences, Narakasur Hilltop, Bhangagarh, Guwahati-781032.
- Collect the admit card from SSUHS between 23rd November 2026 and 26th November 2026 during office hours.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Application Fee for PhD. | Rs. 8,000/- |
Key Dates
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | 31st October 2026 (up to 4 P.M.) |
| Admit Card Collection | 23rd to 26th November 2026 |
| Written Entrance Test | 27th November 2026 (11 A.M. onwards) |
| Viva-Voce Examination | To be notified later |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the last date to apply for SSUHS PhD Admission 2026?
The last date to apply is 31st October 2026 (Saturday) up to 4 P.M. Candidates must submit the filled-in Google Form along with the payment receipt and supporting documents by this time.
When will the SSUHS PhD entrance test be held?
The written entrance test will be held on 27th November 2026 (Friday) from 11 A.M. onwards at the University premises. It is a single paper of 3 hours’ duration carrying 70 marks.
How many seats are available for the PhD programme at SSUHS?
A total of 44 seats are available across six faculties. Allopathic Medicine has 24 seats, Ayurvedic Medicine 8, Nursing 5, Pharmacy 3, and Dentistry and Allied Health Sciences 2 seats each.
What is the application fee for the SSUHS PhD entrance test?
The application fee is Rs. 8,000/-. It must be paid online through the Student Corner on the University website under PhD fees, and the payment receipt must be submitted with the application.
Who is exempted from the SSUHS PhD written entrance test?
Candidates who have qualified UGC-NET (including JRF), CSIR-UGC NET (including JRF), SET or GATE, and Teacher Fellowship holders are exempted. They must still appear in the interview/viva-voce.
What is the selection process for the SSUHS PhD programme?
Selection is based on the entrance test (70% weightage) and the interview/viva-voce (30% weightage). Candidates must score at least 50% marks in the entrance test to be eligible for the viva-voce.
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