The Government of Assam has introduced a centralized online admission system called SAMARTH Admission Portal to simplify the admission process for students. This portal is used for admission into Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUGP) and Five-Year Integrated Masters Programme (FYIMP) across colleges and universities in Assam.
From the academic session 2023-2024 onwards, all admissions are conducted through this unified platform, making the process easier, faster, and more transparent.
About SAMARTH Portal
SAMARTH is an initiative by the Ministry of Education launched in 2019 under the National Mission on Education through ICT (NMEICT). It provides a digital platform for managing admissions, academics, and student services across Higher Education Institutions (HEIs).
The portal offers a cloud-based ERP system for colleges and universities, ensuring smooth admission and administration processes.
SAMARTH Admission Portal Details
- Portal Name: Assam State Higher Education Admission Portal
- Academic Session: 2026 – 2027
- Courses: FYUGP & FYIMP
- Course Duration: 4 Years / 5 Years
- Department: Directorate of Higher Education, Assam
- Application Mode: Online
Key Features of SAMARTH Portal
- Apply to multiple colleges through a single application
- Choose up to 10 colleges
- Merit-based admission process
- No need to visit colleges physically
- Saves time and money
Important Dates – Assam College Admission 2026
Non CUET
Starting date of submission of online registration: 11th April 2026
Registration and Programme selection by applicants and scrutiny of applications: 12-22 May 2026
Correction window for students: 23-25 May 2026
Scrutiny of applications by HEIs of ‘corrected applications’ if any: 26-28 May 2026
Publication of 1st Merit list: 2 June 2026
Admissions of applicants in 1st Merit list: 4 - 6 June 2026
Publication of 2nd Merit list: 9 June 2026
Admissions of applicants in 2nd Merit list: 10 - 12 June 2026
Spot Admission: 15 June 2026
Commencement of 1st Semester classes: 1 August 2026
CUET
Starting date of submission of online registration: 11th April 2026
Registration and Programme selection by applicants and scrutiny of applications: 5- 13 July 2026
Correction window for students: 14-15 July 2026
Publication of 1st Merit list: 19 July 2026
Admissions of applicants in 1st Merit list: 21-22 July 2026
Publication of 2nd Merit list: 23 July 2026
Admissions of applicants in 2nd Merit list: 25-26 July 2026
Spot Admission: 28 July 2026 (CUET)
Final Spot Admission (for both non CUET and CUET): 29-31 July 2026
Commencement of 1st Semester classes: 1 August 2026
# For more details, pl check Timeline of Events as given below.
Application Process (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the official SAMARTH portal
- Click on Register
- Enter your basic details (as per Class 10 marksheet)
- Fill personal and academic information
- Upload required documents
- Submit the application form
- Download and print acknowledgement
Documents Required
- Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- HSLC Marksheet & Certificate
- HS Marksheet & Certificate
- Admit Cards
- Bank Passbook
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Disability Certificate (if applicable)
Fee Waiver Scheme (Assam Govt.)
The Government of Assam provides a Fee Waiver Scheme for economically weaker students. Eligible students can get tuition fee exemption for courses like BA, BSc, BCom, MA, MSc, etc.
Note: Students must apply through the SAMARTH portal to avail this benefit.
Helpline Details
- Email: admission.samarth@gauhati.ac.in
- Phone: 9864978356
Participating Universities & Colleges
Some major institutions under SAMARTH Portal include:
- Gauhati University
- Dibrugarh University
- Assam University
- Cotton University
- Bodoland University
- Assam Don Bosco University
- Royal Global University
- Bhattadev University
- Sibsagar University
- Jagannath Barooah University
Along with many autonomous colleges across Assam.
Important Links
- Apply Online (Register/Login)
- Fee Waiver Notice: Click here
- Official Notification
- User Guide
- List of Institutions
Conclusion
The SAMARTH Admission Portal is a major step towards digital education in Assam. It simplifies the admission process and ensures transparency. Students are advised to complete their registration on time and carefully select their preferred colleges and courses.
Last Updated On: 19 April 2026