Assam University (AU) PhD Admission 2026-27 notification has been released for admission to the Ph.D. programme for the academic session 2026-27. Online applications are invited for admission to Ph.D. programmes at the Silchar Headquarters and Diphu Campus in various departments and subjects.
The notification includes details about eligibility criteria, application procedure, application fee, department-wise vacancy positions, selection procedure, important dates and admission-related activities. Candidates can apply for Ph.D. programmes in a maximum of two allied departments, with separate application forms and requisite application fees required for each department.
See Ongoing PhD AdmissionAssam University (AU) PhD Admission 2026-27 is offered in various departments at the Silchar Headquarters. The notification lists the following areas:
| Departments / Subjects |
|---|
| Agricultural Engineering |
| Arabic |
| Bengali |
| Biotechnology |
| Business Administration |
| Computer Science & Engineering |
| Chemistry |
| Commerce |
| Economics |
| Education |
| Electrical Engineering |
| Electronics |
| Hindi |
| Hospitality and Tourism Management |
| Law |
| Library & Information Science |
| Life Sciences |
| Philosophy |
| Physics |
| Linguistics |
| Manipuri |
| Mass Communication |
| Mathematics |
| Management |
| Mechanical Engineering |
| Persian |
| Pharmaceutical Sciences |
| Political Science |
| Psychology |
| Public Administration |
| Radio Physics and Electronics |
| Sociology |
| Statistics |
| Urdu |
| Visual Arts |
The notification covers Ph.D. admission at the following locations:
| Campus | Details |
|---|---|
| Silchar Headquarters | Ph.D. admission is available in the departments listed in the notification. |
| Diphu Campus | The notification includes Assamese, English, Centre for Tribal Studies, Commerce, History, Life Science & Bioinformatics and Physics. |
Candidates seeking Assam University (AU) PhD Admission 2026-27 must satisfy the eligibility conditions mentioned in the admission notification.
Minimum Academic Qualification
- Candidates with a Master's degree or equivalent qualification in the relevant/allied subject with at least 55% marks are eligible, subject to the conditions specified in the notification.
- A relaxation of 5% marks is applicable to candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD/EWS categories as specified in the notification.
- Candidates having a four-year/eight-semester Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 75% marks or equivalent grade may also be eligible as specified in the notification.
- A relaxation of 5% marks is applicable for the specified reserved categories.
Foreign Qualification
Equivalent qualifications obtained from a foreign educational institution accredited by an assessment and accreditation agency approved, recognised or authorised by an authority established or incorporated under an Act of Parliament or institution authorised under the applicable authority may be considered, subject to the conditions given in the notification.
Other Eligibility Conditions
- Candidates possessing a degree considered equivalent to the M.Phil. Degree of an Indian Institution or from a Foreign Educational Institution accredited by an authority recognised under the applicable rules may be considered.
- Candidates who have completed the M.Phil. programme in the same or allied subject according to UGC regulations may be eligible, subject to the conditions specified in the notification.
- Candidates appearing for their qualifying examination may apply subject to fulfilment of the prescribed eligibility conditions.
The admission notification specifies that candidates will be selected according to the prescribed Ph.D. admission procedure. Candidates may be required to appear in the entrance test as applicable, followed by preparation of the composite score and merit list.
The notification also provides provisions relating to candidates qualifying through NET/SLET/RET and other applicable categories. The selection process and exemptions are governed by the conditions stated in the official notification.
The application fee mentioned in the notification is as follows:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC (NCL) / EWS | ₹1,000 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹800 |
The application fee is to be submitted through the web portal as specified in the notification.
Candidates interested in Assam University (AU) PhD Admission 2026-27 are required to submit their applications through the prescribed online process.
- Visit the prescribed admission web portal.
- Complete the online application form with the required details.
- Pay the applicable application fee.
- Submit the application within the prescribed deadline.
- Candidates applying for Ph.D. programmes in a maximum of two allied departments must submit separate application forms with the requisite application fee for each department.
The notification states that the Ph.D. programme application process is conducted through the university's online admission system.
The notification provides department-wise vacancy positions through its annexures. The vacancy position includes category-wise details such as SC, ST, OBC, EWS and PwD, wherever applicable.
| Information | Source in Notification |
|---|---|
| Department-wise vacancies | Annexure-A |
| Category-wise vacancy details | Department-wise tables in the notification |
| Campus-wise vacancy information | Silchar Headquarters and Diphu Campus sections |
The following schedule is provided in the official admission notification:
| Admission Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening of various activities relating to admission | 29 August 2026 |
| Last date of submission of online application | 13 September 2026 |
| Verification cum Sending of admit cards | 14 September 2026 |
| Entrance Test | 21 September 2026 |
| Entry of composite score by the Department | 22 September 2026 |
| Publication of First Merit List | 24 September 2026 |
| Date of Admission | 24 September 2026 |
| Publication of 2nd Merit List | 1 October 2026 |
| Admission of candidates from 2nd list, if any | 1 to 3 October 2026 |
| Date of Commencement of Classes for Course Work | 1 October 2026 |
The notification states that the University may provide non-NET fellowship to selected candidates on a merit basis, subject to the availability of funds received from UGC.
Candidates should carefully check the eligibility requirements, department-wise vacancy position, category requirements, application fee and admission schedule before submitting the application.
The detailed department-wise vacancy position and other admission conditions are provided in the official notification.
Assam University (AU) PhD Admission 2026-27 provides an opportunity for eligible candidates to apply for Ph.D. programmes across multiple disciplines at the Silchar Headquarters and Diphu Campus. Candidates should review the prescribed eligibility criteria, vacancy details, application fee and complete admission schedule before applying.
For complete department-wise vacancy information and the detailed terms and conditions, candidates should refer to the official Ph.D. admission notification.
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