Samarth Portal Registration, Merit List and Complete Schedule
If you have just passed your Higher Secondary examination and are planning to take admission in a college in Assam this year, then this article is very important for you. The Government of Assam through the Office of the Director of Higher Education has officially released the complete admission schedule for the session 2026-27. All college admissions in Assam this year will be done through the Assam State Higher Education Admission Portal which is commonly known as the SAMARTH Portal. Read this full article carefully so you do not miss any important date or step in the admission process.
What is the SAMARTH Portal?
The SAMARTH Portal is the official online admission platform launched by the Government of Assam for conducting college admissions in a transparent and smooth manner. All government colleges, provincialized colleges, autonomous colleges, government model colleges and participating private colleges of Assam will accept admissions only through this portal for the session 2026-27. No college will accept direct or offline admission applications outside this portal.
Students who wish to take admission in BA, B.Sc, B.Com, Diploma or any other undergraduate programme must register and apply through this portal only.
Who Can Apply – Two Categories of Students
The Director of Higher Education, Assam has divided students into two separate categories for the admission process this year. It is important that you identify which category you fall under before applying.
Non-CUET Students These are students who have passed the Higher Secondary or Class 12 examination but have not appeared for the Central University Entrance Test. If you belong to this category you will follow the Non-CUET admission timeline.
CUET Students These are students who have appeared for or will appear for the Central University Entrance Test conducted by NTA. If you belong to this category you will follow the CUET admission timeline which runs on a slightly different schedule.
Both categories of students must apply through the same official portal at https://assamadmission.samarth.ac.in
Complete Admission Schedule – Non-CUET Students
If you have not appeared for CUET and are applying based on your Higher Secondary marks, here is the complete date-wise schedule you need to follow:
| Date | Activity |
|---|---|
| 11th April 2026 | Commencement of applicant registration on SAMARTH portal |
| 12 May to 22 May | Registration and programme selection by students and simultaneous scrutiny by colleges |
| 23 May to 25 May | Correction window for students to fix any mistakes in their application |
| 26 May to 28 May | Scrutiny of corrected applications by colleges |
| 29 May to 1 June | Preparation and locking of 1st Merit List |
| 2 June | Publication of 1st Merit List |
| 4 June to 6 June | Admission of students in 1st Merit List |
| 8 June | Preparation and locking of 2nd Merit List |
| 9 June | Publication of 2nd Merit List |
| 10 June to 12 June | Admission of students in 2nd Merit List |
| 15 June | Spot Admission |
| 1 August | Commencement of Classes |
Complete Admission Schedule – CUET Students
Students who have appeared for CUET will follow this separate timeline. Please note that the CUET admission schedule may change depending on when the CUET results are officially declared by NTA.
| Date | Activity |
|---|---|
| 5 July to 13 July | Registration and programme selection by CUET students and scrutiny by colleges |
| 14 July to 15 July | Correction window for CUET students |
| 16 July to 18 July | Scrutiny of corrected applications by colleges |
| 19 July | Preparation and publication of 1st Merit List |
| 21 July to 22 July | Admission of students in 1st Merit List |
| 23 July | Preparation and publication of 2nd Merit List |
| 25 July to 26 July | Admission of students in 2nd Merit List |
| 28 July | Spot Admission for CUET students |
| 29 July to 31 July | Final Spot Admission for both Non-CUET and CUET students |
| 1 August | Commencement of 1st Semester Classes |
Post Admission Activities – 1 to 5 August
Once admissions are completed, the following activities will take place between 1st August and 5th August 2026:
- Induction programme for newly admitted students
- Demo classes for Core and Common courses
- Paper and course selection in the SAMARTH portal
How to Apply – Step by Step Process
Follow these steps carefully to complete your application on the SAMARTH portal:
- Open the official admission portal at https://assamadmission.samarth.ac.in
- Click on the Register button if you are a new user and complete your registration
- Log in to your account using your registered credentials
- Select your preferred programme such as BA, B.Sc, B.Com, Diploma or any other course
- You can select up to 6 options for programme selection. These options can be from the same college or from different colleges across Assam
- Arrange your preferences carefully because the merit list will be prepared based on the preference order you set
- Upload all required documents and submit your application before the deadline
- If you make any mistake in your application, use the correction window period to fix it before the deadline
After your application is submitted and processed, you will receive an admission offer message with a link on your registered email ID and mobile number. You must log in to the portal and accept the admission offer to confirm your seat.
Important Points Every Student Must Know
There are several important conditions mentioned in the official notice that every student should read carefully before applying.
Six Programme Options Available Every student gets six options for programme selection. You can choose programmes from the same college or from different colleges. Make sure you arrange your preferences wisely because once the merit list is prepared your preferences will determine which college and programme you get.
Correction Window is Available If you make any mistake while filling your application form, do not panic. A correction window is available for Non-CUET students from 23 May to 25 May. Use this window to correct any errors before the merit list is prepared.
Admission Offer Must Be Accepted Online Once your name appears in the merit list and the college offers you admission, you must log in to the SAMARTH portal and accept the admission offer yourself. Only after you accept the offer online will the college be able to process your admission.
Switching to a Better Preference is Allowed If you are already admitted in one college through the first merit list and your name appears in the second merit list for a college you preferred more, you can raise a cancellation request on the first day of publication of the second merit list by 5 PM. The cancellation will be automatically approved and you can take admission in the preferred college. Fee paid through the integrated payment gateway will be automatically refunded.
Original Documents Cannot Be Retained by Colleges No college or institution is allowed to retain your original marksheets or certificates. If any institution asks you to deposit your original documents, you should report this to the Director of Higher Education, Assam.
Fee Waiver Category Students applying under the fee waiver category with income below Rs. 4 lakhs must submit a valid income certificate. The college has the right to verify the certificate and ask for additional documents if needed. If the college is not satisfied with the claim, admission will be granted under the non-fee waiver category.
Schedule May Change The admission schedule especially for CUET students may change due to unforeseen circumstances or natural calamities. Any changes will be notified on the official portal. Students are advised to keep checking the official website regularly.
Programmed Covered Under This Admission
This admission process covers the following programmes for the session 2026-27:
- FYUGP – Four Year Undergraduate Programme
- FYIMP – Five Year Integrated Master Programme
- FYUPGP – Five Year Integrated Post Graduate Programme
All these programmes will be available through the SAMARTH portal for admissions in government, provincialized, autonomous, government model colleges and participating private colleges across Assam.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I apply to multiple colleges through the SAMARTH portal? Yes. You can select up to 6 programme options which can be from the same college or different colleges across Assam.
What happens if I miss the correction window? If you miss the correction window from 23 May to 25 May, no further corrections will be allowed. Make sure you review your application carefully before the correction window closes.
Will I get a refund if I cancel my admission? Yes. If you cancel your admission to take admission in a preferred college from the next merit list and you made the payment through the integrated payment gateway, the fee will be automatically refunded. If you paid in cash you will need to collect the refund directly from the institution.
Is offline admission available this year? No. All admissions will be done only through the official SAMARTH portal. No college is allowed to accept offline or direct applications outside the portal.
When will classes start? Classes for the session 2026-27 will commence from 1st August 2026 for all admitted students.
Official Portal Link
All students must apply only through the official Assam State Higher Education Admission Portal:
👉 https://assamadmission.samarth.ac.in
For any assistance contact the SAMARTH support team: 📞 9864978356 📧 admission.samarth@gauhati.ac.in
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This article is based on the official notice issued by the Office of the Director of Higher Education, Assam, Kahilipara, Guwahati-19, bearing Memo No. 775718/10, digitally signed by Smti. Pomi Baruah, ACS, Director of Higher Education, Assam, dated 05th May 2026. Students are advised to verify all details from the official portal before applying.
