Gauhati University PGET 2026: Apply Online for PG Admission

Gauhati University PGET 2026: Apply Online for PG Admission

Gauhati University has released the official admission notification for the Gauhati University Post Graduate Entrance Test (PGET) 2026 for admission into various postgraduate programmes offered by the university and its affiliated colleges for the academic session 2026-27. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official admission portal.

QUICK OVERVIEW

ABOUT PGET 2026

The Gauhati University Post Graduate Entrance Test (PGET) 2026 is mandatory for admission to postgraduate programmes offered by Gauhati University and its affiliated colleges. Selection of candidates will be based on their performance in the entrance examination.

COURSES OFFERED BY PGET

Admission will be available in various Traditional and Interdisciplinary Programmes including:

• M.A. Programmes
• M.Sc. Programmes
• M.Com
• LL.M
• M.Tech Programmes
• M.Lib.I.Sc.
• M.Voc Programmes
• Master of Tourism Management (MTM)

IMPORTANT DATES

APPLICATION FEE

• Application Fee for one Course is ₹800

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Candidates must possess the required educational qualification and subject-specific eligibility prescribed for the respective postgraduate programme. As per the official notification:

For Traditional PG Programmes

• Applicants must have completed FYUGP/Graduation in the relevant subject.
• Most programmes require a minimum of 24 credits in the concerned subject with Major, Honours, Minor, or Regular Course, depending on the programme.
• For LL.M, candidates must have an LL.B degree with at least 50% marks (5% relaxation for reserved categories).
• Certain science and professional courses have additional subject-specific requirements.

For Interdisciplinary Programmes

• Eligibility varies according to the programme.
• Candidates must possess the required Bachelor's Degree, B.Tech, M.Sc, MCA, or equivalent qualification in the relevant discipline.
• Some programmes require a minimum percentage of marks or CGPA in the qualifying examination.

Candidates Awaiting Results

• Students who have appeared or are appearing in the final semester examinations in 2026 and are awaiting results are also eligible to apply.
• Such candidates will be granted provisional admission if selected and must submit their final marksheet within the prescribed time after result declaration.
• Candidates appearing in the final semester examination with backlog papers from earlier semesters are also eligible to appear in PGET 2026.
• However, they must clear the qualifying examination and submit the final marksheet within the stipulated period.

Important Note

• Admission will be cancelled if a candidate fails to satisfy the prescribed eligibility criteria during document verification.
• Candidates having a study gap of more than 5 years from the qualifying degree are not eligible for admission and must produce a valid gap certificate if applicable.

PGET EXAM PATTERN

• Total Questions: 100 MCQs
• Duration: 2 Hours
• Marks per Correct Answer: 1
• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer
• Syllabus- Candidates should prepare from the UG-level syllabus of their respective subjects:

SELECTION PROCESS

• Admission will be based entirely on PGET 2026 scores.
• Candidates must satisfy the eligibility criteria during document verification.
• Higher entrance test scores will receive preference.
• Reservation benefits will be provided as per Government of Assam and Gauhati University rules.

HOW TO APPLY

Follow these steps to submit the application:

• Visit the Gauhati University PG Admission Portal.
• Complete the registration process using a valid mobile number and email ID.
• Log in to the admission portal.
• Fill in all personal, academic, and contact details carefully.
• Select your preferred PG programme(s).
• Upload the required documents as per the prescribed format.
• Pay the application fee online.
• Review all details before final submission.
• Submit the application form.
• Download and print the submitted application form and payment receipt for future reference.

IMPORTANT WEB LINKS TO APPLY

IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER

• Candidates can apply for a maximum of 3 subjects.
• Only 1 Traditional Programme and 2 Interdisciplinary Programmes can be selected.
• The application form will be considered successfully submitted only after online fee payment.
• Keep a copy of the application form and payment receipt for future reference.
• Carefully check the entrance test schedule before selecting multiple subjects.