The official notification for Gauhati University PG Admission 2026 has been released. The university has activated its web portal for candidates looking to secure a seat in various Master’s degree programs. Eligible students can now submit their applications online for Postgraduate courses across multiple streams, including Master of Arts (MA), Master of Science (MSc), and Master of Commerce (MCom).
GU PG Admission 2026: Key Details
- Name of Examination: Gauhati University Post Graduate Entrance Test (PGET) 2026
- Conducting Institution: Gauhati University (GU)
- Available Courses: MA, MCom, MSc, along with select Interdisciplinary Programs
- Academic Session: 2026 – 2027
- Entrance Exam Dates: July 3, July 4, and July 5, 2026
- Official Website: gauhati.ac.in
- Support Email: admission@gauhati.ac.in
Application Limit: Candidates are permitted to apply for a maximum of three (3) courses. This can include one (1) Traditional Core Program and up to two (2) Interdisciplinary Programs.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Academic Qualification
Applicants must have successfully completed a Graduate Degree / FYUGP. They must have secured at least 24 Credits in the relevant subject (for Traditional Programs) through either a Major/Honours pathway or a Regular course setup.
2. For Final Semester Students (Appearing Candidates)
- Awaiting Results: Students currently appearing for or awaiting the results of their 6th Semester (BA / BSc / BCom / BVoc) examinations for 2026 are fully eligible to apply and sit for PGET-2026.
- Backlog Policy: Candidates with active backlogs in earlier semesters who are appearing for their final semester exams are also allowed to take the test.
- Provisional Admission: Selected final-year candidates will receive provisional admission. They must submit their final official marksheet or grade sheet within 7 days of the result publication. Failure to do so will lead to immediate cancellation of admission.
3. Mandatory Exam Requirement
Selection is strictly merit-based. All aspirants must appear for the PGET-2026 to qualify for seats at Gauhati University campuses as well as its affiliated colleges.
Application Fee
The registration fee is structured based on the total number of programs selected by the applicant:
| Number of Programs | Fee Amount |
| 1 Program | ₹800 |
| 2 Programs | ₹1,600 |
| 3 Programs | ₹2,400 |
- Payment Mode: The application fee can only be processed online via Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking.
- Final Submission: An application is officially registered only after a successful online payment transaction and the subsequent generation of an acknowledgement receipt.
Step-by-Step Registration Guide
The entire registration process is hosted online. Follow these instructions to submit your form:
- Navigate to the Important Web-Links section on the official portal.
- Click on the link labeled Online Application Form.
- Fill in your personal and academic credentials carefully.
- Upload the necessary scanned educational certificates and identification documents.
- Pay the required registration fee based on your chosen course count using the integrated secure gateway.
- Review all details, submit the application, and download/print a copy of the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Dates to Remember
- Online Application Starts: June 6, 2026
- Online Application Deadline: June 15, 2026 (until 11:59 PM)
- Admit Card Download Begins: June 20, 2026 onward
- GU PGET 2026 Examination Dates: July 3, 4, and 5, 2026
- Declaration of Merit List: July 20, 2026
- Admission Days: July 27 and July 28, 2026
- Start of Academic Classes: August 5, 2026
Important Web Links
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Admission Notification | Click Here |
| Information Brochure | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Exam Pattern & Structural Highlights
- Official Title: Gauhati University Post Graduate Entrance Test (PGET) 2026
- Testing Format: Pen-and-paper based (Offline OMR format)
- Scheduled Dates: July 3, July 4, and July 5, 2026
- Question Format: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Total Volume: 100 Questions
- Time Allotted: 2 Hours (120 minutes)
Evaluation Warning: Accurate answers score positive points, whereas an incorrect choice attracts a penalty. For every wrong selection, a deduction of 0.25 marks will be applied.
List of PGET 2026 Examination Venues
To accommodate regional applicants across neighboring states, the test will be organized across 18 authorized testing centers designated by specific identification codes:
| Center Code | Designated Examination Location |
| GUPGET-01 | Gauhati University, Guwahati |
| GUPGET-02 | M.C. College, Barpeta |
| GUPGET-03 | DHSK College, Dibrugarh |
| GUPGET-04 | J.B. University, Jorhat |
| GUPGET-05 | Dhemaji College, Dhemaji |
| GUPGET-06 | Lakhimpur Girls’ College, Lakhimpur |
| GUPGET-07 | Darrang College, Tezpur |
| GUPGET-08 | ADP College, Nagaon |
| GUPGET-09 | Bongaigaon College, Bongaigaon |
| GUPGET-10 | Diphu Govt. Boys’ H.S. School, Diphu |
| GUPGET-11 | B.N. College, Dhubri |
| GUPGET-12 | St. Anthony’s College, Shillong |
| GUPGET-13 | Capital College of Higher Education, Kohima |
| GUPGET-14 | Mizoram University, Aizawl |
| GUPGET-15 | Manipur University, Imphal |
| GUPGET-16 | Tripura University, Agartala |
| GUPGET-17 | North Bengal University, Siliguri |
| GUPGET-18 | NERIST, Itanagar |
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