Gauhati University B.Tech Admission 2026 – Apply Online for B.Tech & B.Tech Lateral Entry, Check Eligibility, Last Date

Gauhati University B.Tech Admission 2026 Notification Out-Apply Online for Engineering Programmes

Gauhati University has started the admission process for B.Tech programmes for the academic session 2026-27. Eligible candidates can apply online for Biotechnology, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Robotics & Artificial Intelligence, and B.Tech Lateral Entry based on CEE (Assam) 2026 or JEE (Main) 2026 ranks.

There is another important opportunity as well. Gauhati University has separately released an admission notification for B.Tech in Biotechnology through its own Entrance Test. Candidates interested in Biotechnology should not miss this additional admission route. The complete details, eligibility, exam schedule, and application process for the entrance test are provided in a separate section below.

Before applying, candidates are advised to carefully check the eligibility criteria, important dates, and admission process for the programme they wish to pursue.

Quick Overview

Available B.Tech Programmes

Admission is available in the following disciplines:

1. Biotechnology
2. Electronics and Communication Engineering
3. Robotics & Artificial Intelligence
4. B.Tech Lateral Entry

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must possess a valid PRC of Assam and should have a valid:

• CEE (Assam)-2026 rank (for B.Tech admission),
• or
• JEE (Main)-2026 rank (for B.Tech admission).
• or
• Joint Lateral Entry Examination(JLEE ) -Assam 2026

Selection Process

Admission will be offered based on:

• Merit of CEE (Assam)-2026 rank for B.Tech.
• or
• Merit of JEE (Main)-2026 rank for B.Tech.
• Eligibility criteria applicable for B.Tech Lateral Entry.

Counselling and admission schedules will be announced separately on the official website of Gauhati University.

Important Dates

How to Apply

Follow these steps to apply online:

• Visit the official admission portal(Samarth Portal) of Gauhati University.
• Complete the online application form.
• Upload the required documents.
• Submit the application on or before 12 July 2026
• Keep a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

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Important Points To Remember

• Only candidates having a valid PRC of Assam are eligible.
• Admission will be based on CEE (Assam)-2026 and JEE (Main)-2026 ranks.
• Counselling schedule will be published separately by Gauhati University.
• Candidates should regularly visit the university website for the latest updates.
• The information brochure will also be made available on the official website.

Also Check: Separate B.Tech Biotechnology Admission Through Entrance Test

If you are planning to pursue B.Tech in Biotechnology, Gauhati University has also opened admissions through a separate Entrance Test conducted by the university. This admission process is different from the CEE/JEE-based counselling.

In this admission route, candidates are selected through an offline entrance examination conducted by Gauhati University. The notification includes separate eligibility criteria, entrance test schedule, application fee, exam pattern, and important instructions for applicants.

Gauhati University B.Tech in Biotechnology Admission 2026 (Based on Own Entrance Test conducted by Gu)

Apart from admission through CEE (Assam) 2026 and JEE (Main) 2026, Gauhati University has also invited online applications for admission to its B.Tech in Biotechnology programme through a separate University Entrance Test. Eligible candidates can apply online through the SAMARTH Admission Portal.

Quick Highlights

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must satisfy the following eligibility conditions:

• Must be an Indian citizen and a permanent resident of Assam with a valid PRC.
• Must have passed 10+2 in a single sitting without grace marks.
• Mandatory subjects: Physics and Chemistry.
• Should have studied Mathematics, Biology or Biotechnology as the relevant subject.
• Minimum 45% marks in the qualifying examination (40% for reserved category candidates).
• Candidate must be at least 17 years of age on the date of the entrance examination.
• There is no upper age limit.

Entrance Examination Pattern

• The entrance examination will be conducted in offline mode.
• Total Marks - 100
• Duration - 2 Hours
• Syllabus - AHSEC Higher Secondary Curriculum
• Subjects - Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics & Biology/Biotechnology

Application Fee

Candidates must pay an application fee of ₹1,000 through the online payment gateway while submitting the application form.

Documents Required

• Recent passport-size photograph
• Signature (not in capital letters)
• Class 10 & 12 mark sheets/certificates
• Valid PRC of Assam
• Category certificate (if applicable)
• Valid email ID and mobile number
• Other required documents as mentioned in the application portal

How to Apply

• Register on the Gauhati University SAMARTH Admission Portal.
• Complete the registration using your personal email ID and mobile number.
• Fill in your profile and select B.Tech in Biotechnology.
• Upload the required documents, photograph and signature.
• Pay the application fee online.
• Submit the application and keep a printout for future reference

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Important Points to Remember

• This Section of admission is only for the B.Tech in Biotechnology programme through the Gauhati University Entrance Test.
• This is a separate admission process and is different from the CEE (Assam)/JEE (Main)-based B.Tech admissions.
• The last date to submit the online application for this section is 13 July 2026 (11:55 PM).
• The offline entrance examination will be held on 21 July 2026.
• Admit cards will be available for download from 18 July 2026 onwards.
• Candidates should use their own active email ID and mobile number while registering on the admission portal.

FAQs

Q. Why is JLEE conducted?

Ans. Instead of starting B.Tech from the 1st Semester, qualified diploma holders can get lateral entry and join directly in the 3rd Semester, saving one academic year.

Q. What are the Differences between CEE and JLEE

Ans.