Assam University, Silchar
A Central University Established by an Act of Parliament
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Programme
Online applications are invited for admission to Ph.D. programs across various departments at Silchar Headquarters and Diphu Campus for the academic session 2025-26
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Ph.D. programs are offered across two campuses with numerous departments:
Silchar Headquarters
Major Departments:
Agricultural Engineering, Arabic, Bengali, Biotechnology, Business Administration, Computer Science & Engineering, Chemistry, Commerce, Computer Science, Earth Science, Ecology and Environmental Science, Economics, Education, Electronics and Communication Engineering, English, Hindi, History, Hospitality and Tourism Management, Law, Library & Information Sciences, Life Science & Bioinformatics, Linguistics, Manipuri, Mass Communication, Mathematics, Microbiology, Philosophy, Physics, Political Science, Performing Arts, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Social Work, Sociology, Statistics, Urdu, Visual Arts.
Diphu Campus
Major Departments:
Assamese, History (Centre for Tribal Studies), Commerce, Geography, Hindi, Life Science & Bioinformatics, Physics.
Important Note
For detailed vacancy positions and specialization areas, candidates are advised to check the department profiles in the Admission Prospectus available on the university website.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening of admission portal | 26th September, 2025 |
| Last date of submission of online application | 29th October, 2025 |
| Verification by the Departments | Up to 31st October, 2025 |
| Entrance Test and Viva voce of shortlisted candidates | 7th November, 2025 |
| Publication of first Merit List | 12th November, 2025 |
| Date of Admission to Ph.D Program | 12th to 14th November, 2025 |
| Publication of 2nd Merit list (if any) | 19th November, 2025 |
| Admission of candidates from 2nd list (if any) | 19th to 24th November, 2025 |
| Commencement of Classes for Course Work | 25th November, 2025 |
Eligibility Criteria
- 1-year/2-semester master's degree after 4-year/8-semester bachelor's degree OR 2-year/4-semester master's degree after 3-year bachelor's degree
- Minimum 55% marks in aggregate or equivalent grade (50% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD/EWS)
- Degree must be in same or allied subjects as per AUS ordinance on Ph.D programme 2023
- M.Phil. degree holders with at least 55% marks are also eligible
- Equivalent qualifications from foreign educational institutions are accepted
Application Fee
General & OBC (Creamy Layer)
Online Payment
OBC (NCL) / EWS
Online Payment
SC / ST / PWD
Online Payment
Application Limit
Candidates may apply for Ph.D. Programme in maximum of two allied departments. However, separate application should be submitted for each with requisite application fees.
Application Process
Visit admission portal at https://www.ausexamination.ac.in/admission
Register and fill the online application form with required details
Pay application fee through online payment gateway
Submit application before deadline and keep printout for reference
Selection Procedure
- Selection based on Entrance Test and Viva Voce
- Departments will shortlist candidates based on eligibility criteria
- Composite score will be entered by departments for merit list preparation
- Reservation of seats as per Government of India rules
- Non-NET fellowship may be provided to selected candidates on merit basis subject to availability of funds
Major Departments with Intake Capacity
| Department | Campus | Total Intake |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration | Silchar | 22 |
| Chemistry | Silchar | 33 |
| Computer Science | Silchar | 32 |
| Life Science & Bioinformatics | Silchar | 16 |
| Physics | Silchar | 16 |
| Bengali | Silchar | 19 |
| English | Silchar | 14 |
| Mathematics | Silchar | 14 |
| Commerce | Silchar | 14 |
| Education | Silchar | 10 |
Reservation Policy
Reservation of seats for SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/PWD/EWS candidates will be made as per Government of India rules.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Candidates must have a 1-year/2-semester master's degree after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor's degree OR a 2-year/4-semester master's degree after a 3-year bachelor's degree with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD/EWS). The degree must be in the same or allied subjects.
Candidates may apply for Ph.D. Programme in maximum of two allied departments. However, separate application should be submitted for each with requisite application fees.
Selection is based on Entrance Test and Viva Voce. Departments will shortlist candidates based on eligibility criteria, and composite scores will be entered for merit list preparation.
Yes, reservation of seats for SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/PWD/EWS candidates will be made as per Government of India rules.
Application fee is ₹1000 for General & OBC (Creamy Layer), ₹900 for OBC (NCL)/EWS, and ₹800 for SC/ST/PWD candidates.
Classes for Course Work will commence on 25th November, 2025.
The University may provide Non-NET fellowship to selected candidates on merit basis subject to availability of fund received from UGC.
Candidates need to provide educational certificates, mark sheets, category certificate (if applicable), and other relevant documents as specified in the application form.
Contact Information
Admission Portal
Website: https://www.ausexamination.ac.in/admission
For online application and payment
University Website
For detailed department profiles, specialization areas, and complete admission prospectus
Candidates are advised to regularly check the university website for updates
