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Gauhati University

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world rank  5732

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Overview

Founded in 1948, the Gauhati University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Guwahati (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Assam. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, Gauhati University (GU) is a coeducational Indian higher education institution. Gauhati University (GU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 77-year-old Indian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. GU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Gauhati University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Gauhati University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Gauhati University' Size by Total Enrollmentnot reported

Selectivity

Gauhati University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin) গুৱাহাটী বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়
Acronym GU
Founded 1948
Motto Vidyaya Sadhayeta
Achievement through Learning/Knowledge
Colours
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University Location

Address Gopinath Bordoloi Nagar
Guwahati
781 014 Assam
India
Gauhati University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Gauhati University Phone Number (361) 257 0412
Gauhati University Fax Number (361) 257 0133
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Gauhati University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Gauhati University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Gauhati University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Gauhati University.



Gauhati University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

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Local
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International
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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Gauhati University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Gauhati University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Gauhati University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Gauhati University's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Gauhati University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Not reported.


Gauhati University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Not reported.


Gauhati University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Gauhati University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Gauhati University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Gauhati University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a continuous academic calendar, an educational scheduling system where the academic year is organized without long breaks or traditional summer vacations.


Gauhati University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Gauhati University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Gauhati University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Gauhati University's Library


Gauhati University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Gauhati University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


Gauhati University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Gauhati University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Gauhati University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Gauhati University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Gauhati University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Gauhati University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Gauhati University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Gauhati University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: University Grants Commission of India

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1948


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Gauhati University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)
  • Bar Council of India (BCI)
  • Council of Architecture (COA)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Gauhati University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • Association of Indian Universities (AIU)
  • Medical Council of India (MCI)
  • Distance Education Bureau (DEB)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Gauhati University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of Gauhati University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

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X X (Twitter)

Gauhati University's X page review

YouTube YouTube

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Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

Gauhati University's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing, and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


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