Dibrugarh University, Dibrugarh Admission 2025-2026: Eligibility, Admission Process and Timeline

Dibrugarh University, located in Assam, is one of the state universities in Northeast India. This was established in 1965, and it has expanded over the years, offering courses in science, technology, arts, commerce, law, management, healthcare, and research. This has more than 170 colleges that are affiliated to the university.

Each year, thousands of students apply to Dibrugarh University for undergraduate (UG), postgraduate (PG), and doctoral programs. Everything related to the initial stages of admission is done online, and the selection is done on the basis of merit or entrance exams, depending on the program.

Undergraduate Admissions

For undergraduate programs, there are both general and professional courses at Dibrugarh University.

General UG Courses (BA, B.Sc, B.Com):
Admission is based on merit in Class 12 or equivalent examination. The cutoff keeps changing each year, depending on many different factors, so the candidates should keep in mind to secure more than the expected percentage to be on the safer side.

Professional UG Courses:
Some undergraduate courses require entrance exams.

• B.Tech: Admission is through Assam CEE (Common Entrance Examination).
• B.Ed: Entrance test is conducted by the university.
• Law (LLB, BA LLB): Admission is through the university entrance exam.
• B.Pharm & Healthcare Courses: For admission in this program, the students should qualify for national or state-level exams.

The undergraduate system at Dibrugarh is vast, as it goes from covering the traditional streams along with professional fields like technology, education, law, and pharmacy. Students are asked to make sure that the eligibility criteria are met before applying, as the criteria are different for different programs.

Postgraduate Admissions

At the postgraduate level, Dibrugarh University offers a wide range of options.

• General PG Courses (MA, M.Sc, M.Com):
  Admission for this level of education is dependent on the bachelor's degree of the student.
• Professional PG Courses:
• : Admission is determined by GD/PI after CAT, MAT, or the university's own test.
• M.Tech: Candidates need GATE scores or must appear for a university-level entrance exam.
• M.Pharm: GPAT scores are considered.
• The university administers entrance exams.

Postgraduate admissions are competitive, especially in professional courses like management, engineering, and pharmacy. A combination of academic performance, entrance scores, and interviews often determines selection.

Doctoral Admissions (Ph.D. & M.Phil.)

Dibrugarh University's robust research programs are another reason for its recognition.

• Requires a Master's degree in the relevant field with at least 55% of the possible points (or 50% for reserved categories).
• : An entrance exam and interview are used for selection. However, candidates with valid NET, JRF, or SET scores are usually exempted from the entrance exam.
• Fellowships: Many research students receive support through UGC-NET JRF, CSIR fellowships, or state-funded schemes.

Ph.D. admissions are highly competitive since the university is well-regarded for its research contributions in science, humanities, social sciences, and healthcare.

Application Process

The application is online at the official website of Dibrugarh University. As stated above, for every course:

• Visit the admissions portal on the university website.
• Fill out the online application form with personal and academic details.
• Upload necessary documents such as mark sheets, ID proof, and photographs.
• Pay the application fee online.
• Submit the form and download the acknowledgment receipt for reference.

The university later publishes merit lists or entrance exam results on its website. Selected candidates are then called for counseling, interviews, or admission confirmation.

Key Dates for 2025 Admissions

While the dates may change accordingly, this is the basic schedule:

• UG Applications: May–June 2025
• PG Applications: June–July 2025
• Entrance Exams: July 2025
• Counseling/Interviews: July–August 2025
• Academic Session Start: August/September 2025

Applicants are advised to regularly check the official website for updates, as dates may vary for different programs.

Admission Table – Quick Overview

The table gives an overview of admissions at the university: