Kaziranga University is a rapidly growing and progressive university in Jorhat, Assam. The university provides a wide range of Undergraduate, Postgraduate and Doctoral courses in disciplines like Engineering, Management, Computer Applications, Basic Sciences, Social Work, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy and Humanities.
The admission to these courses depends on merit and entrance exams such as CAT, MAT, GMAT, GATE, GRE, etc. Students have an opportunity to access the university's official admissions portal via the Internet. Recruitment is largely based on merit, and the criteria also vary depending on the program. The basic eligibility criteria are completion of Class 12 from a recognised board. The last date to apply for admission is September 2025 (Tentative).
Kaziranga University admission for the academic year 2025-26 is open. Various courses are offered by the university, such as B.Tech, BCA, BBA, BPharma, M.Tech, MBA, etc. Admission is based on merit, though in some cases, an entrance exam score is required. Also, the university has its own entrance and scholarship test, KUEST, which will be administered in June 2026 (Tentative). Students can apply directly through the official website. While filling out the form, students must pay the application fee, which is INR 1,000, upload all the necessary documents, and submit the form. The last date to apply online is September 2025 (Tentative).
Events | Dates |
Admission Date | Currently Open |
Admission Last Date | September 2025 (Tentative) |
CAT Exam Admit Card Download Date | 5 November 2025 |
CAT Exam Date | 30 November 2025 |
Here's a detailed explanation of the eligibility criteria for UG, PG, and Doctoral programs at Kaziranga University:
Undergraduate programs: Candidates should have passed Class 12th from a recognised board to be admitted to the UG program. For B.Tech, the students must have completed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics by securing at least 45% marks. In non-technical courses like BBA, BCA, B.Com, BA and BSc, students with 45-50% marks are eligible, irrespective of the stream they studied in high school.
Postgraduate programs: MBA aspirants must have obtained a 50% mark in graduation (45% marks for reserved categories). Entrance exam scores like CAT, MAT or GMAT are required for admission to the MBA programs. In the case of M.Tech, the candidate must possess at least 50% marks in B.Tech or an equivalent degree in the relevant area. On the other hand, MSW, MPT, and M.Pharm require relevant undergraduate degrees with a minimum of 50% marks.
Doctoral (PhD) programs: For PhD programs admission, aspirants must hold a master’s degree with at least 55% marks. Those who have completed an M.Phil and a master's degree with at least 55% marks are also eligible to apply. A valid score in national-level exams such as UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, GATE, GPAT, or having fellowships like DST-INSPIRE or DBT-JRF are exempt from the university’s entrance test but must still appear for a personal interview as part of the selection process.
A wide range of UG programs are offered by Kaziranga University, such as B.Tech, BBA, BCA, B.Pharma, etc. Admission for the academic session 2025 is ongoing, and the last date to fill out the application form is September 2025 (Tentative). Admission to the UG courses is based on the Kaziranga University Entrance and Scholarship Test (KUEST), along with the marks secured by the students in Class 12. A minimum of 45% marks is required in Class 12. Students must have studied Physics and Mathematics as core subjects for B.Tech admission. The tuition fee for the UG programs ranges between INR 30,000 and INR 80,000 per semester. Interested and eligible students must visit the official website to apply online.
Application to the B.Tech programs at Kaziranga University is open, and the last date to apply online is September 2025 (Tentative). The B.Tech program is offered in different specialisations, such as Computer Science, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics and Communication Engineering. Admission is based on its own entrance test, such as KUEST. For B.Tech admission, candidates must have passed Class 12 from a recognised board with a minimum of 45% marks. The semester fee of the B.Tech program ranges between INR 30,000 and INR 65,000.
Kaziranga University offers various postgraduate courses, such as M.Tech, MBA, MCA, MSW, etc., for the academic year 2025. These programs are offered based on merit and candidates' performance in the Kaziranga University Entrance and Scholarship Test (KUEST). Applicants are shortlisted based on the national-level entrance exams, such as CAT, MAT and GMAT.
To be eligible for MBA admission, students must have a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 50% marks (45% in case of SC/ST), but the applicants of MCA needed to have BCA degree or Bsc (IT) or Bsc (CS) with at least 45% marks (40% in case of SC/ST). For M.Tech in Thermal Energy, B.Tech or BE degree with a minimum of 50% marks (45% marks in case of SC/ST) is required. The tuition fee for the PG programs ranges between INR 30,000 and INR 1,15,000 per semester.
As of 2025, Kaziranga University has already commenced admissions to its M.Tech programs. It offers postgraduate level engineering courses such as Computer Science and Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. To be eligible, the candidate should have a B.Tech or BE degree by securing at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST candidates). Admission to the M.Tech program is based on the Kaziranga University Eligibility and Scholastic Test (KUEST). The tuition fee for the M.Tech program is INR 55,000 per semester. Students who seek admission must visit the official website and fill out the application form carefully.
Kaziranga University has announced PhD admission for the 2025 academic year and provides research opportunities in various fields, including Engineering, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Management, and others. For admission, applicants should have a Master's degree with at least 55% marks, but applicants with a 4-year undergraduate course with 75% are also eligible to apply. The shortlisting procedure consists of the Kaziranga University Eligibility and Scholastic Test (KUEST), then a personal interview, with waivers provided to applicants with valid national-level examination scores. The semester fee for the PhD across all specialisations ranges between INR 25,000 and INR 50,000.
The Kaziranga University has already declared admissions to the 2025 academic year and has several Undergraduate, Postgraduate and PhD courses across disciplines, including Engineering, Business Management and Sciences. The candidates can check the official website of the Kaziranga University and fill out the application form in online mode. Follow the steps mentioned below to fill out the application form:
Steps to apply
Visit the official website of Kaziranga University.
Go to the admission tab.
Create an account by providing information, such as Name, Email, and Phone Number.
Print the entire application form.
Upload all the necessary documents (such as mark sheets, ID and photo).
Pay the application fee via the portal.
Submit the application form.
Class 10th and 12th Marksheets and Certificates.
Bachelor’s Degree and Certificate.
Valid ID Proof such as Aadhar Card, PAN Card, etc.
Transfer Certificate.
Migration Certificate.
Category Certificate
Scanned Photograph and Signature.
Entrance exam Scorecards, such as CAT, MAT, GMAT, etc.