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Pragjyotish College Guwahati Admission 2024: Application Process, Scholarship, Reservation

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Pragjyotish College is a premier educational institute in Guwahati, Assam. It was established on September 1, 1954. It is a well-known full-fledged degree college in Assam and is affiliated to Guwahati University.

The college offers a plethora of undergraduate courses in the disciplines of arts, science, and commerce with a yearly intake of 150 students in each discipline. It additionally offers BBA and BCA courses with 30 seats each. At the postgraduate level, Pragjyotish College offers an M.A. program in Assamese (Language & Literature) including an M.T.M. program with 30 seats in each course.

Allotment of Major in the Bachelor Degree courses (B.A., B.Sc. & B.Com) is made by the respective departments after the commencement of the classes after Summer Vacation.
The basic eligibility criteria for admission to UG courses is a pass in H.S.S.L.C. (Assam) / 10+2 level exam from a recognized board.
For admission to the M.T.M. program, graduation in any discipline is mandatory.
Selection to undergraduate courses is based on merit except for BBA and BCA. Admission to these courses is done on the basis of merit.
For admission to M.T.M., candidates have to appear for entrance test and personal interview.
Selection to MA is done on the basis of merit.
Students seeking Majors in the preferred subjects are required to apply in plain paper to the Heads of the respective departments.
The curriculum offered by the college is as per norms of the Guwahati University.
Reservation is provided as per policies of the Assam state government and Guwahati University.

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Highlights Table 2024
Pragjyotish College UG Admissions 2024
Pragjyotish College PG Admissions 2024
How to apply for Admission
Reservation
Scholarship

Highlights Table 2024

Name of the University	Pragjyotish College
University Type	Government Aided
Basic Admission Criteria	Merit
Application Mode	Offline
Counselling	University
Scholarship	Yes

Pragjyotish College UG Admissions 2024

Pragjyotish College, Guwahati offers a horde of 3-year degree programs in the disciplines of Arts, Science and Commerce in addition to BBA and BCA courses at the undergraduate level. With General and Major courses in all three disciplines, the institute currently offers 13 B.A. General combinations and 14 Major electives, 10 each of B.Sc. General combinations and B.Sc. Major electives, including 5 B.Com specializations with Majors.

The basic eligibility criteria for admission to these courses is a pass in H.S.S.L.C. (Assam) / 10+2 level exam from a recognized board. Selection of candidates for the B.A., B.Sc. and B.Com courses is done on the basis of marks obtained in the last qualifying exam. BBA and BCA candidates are selected on the basis of written test (conducted by the college) score merit.

Prospective applicants may collect the application form from the institute campus by visiting it in person. Apply for UG Courses

Eligibility Table

Course Name	Specialization	Eligibility Criteria	Selection Process
B.A.	Anthropology & Education	H.S.S.L.C./ 10+2/ Equivalent from Assam Board or any other recognized board	Merit
	Economics & Pol. Science
	Education & History
	Geography & Economics
	History & Geography
	Pol. Science & History
	Anthropology & History
	Education & Pol. Science
	Economics & Mathematics
	Geography & Pol. Science
	Mathematics & Statistics
	Statistics & Economics
	Assamese/ Bengali/ Bodo/ Hindi/ Sanskrit + Education/ Philosophy/ Economics/ Pol. Science/ History
B.A. (Major)	Anthropology
	Assamese
	Bengali
	Economics
	Education
	English
	Geography
	Hindi
	History
	Mathematics
	Philosophy
	Political Science
	Sanskrit
	Statistics
B.Sc.	Anthropology, Botany & Zoology
	Chemistry, Botany & Zoology
	Physics, Mathematics & Computer Sc.
	Physics, Mathematics & Statistics
	Economics, Statistics & Mathematics
	Botany, Anthropology & Geography
	Chemistry, Geology & Geography
	Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics
	Physics, Mathematics & Geology
	Computer Sc., Maths & Statistics
B.Sc. (Major)	Anthropology
	Chemistry
	Statistics
	Geology
	Physics
	Botany
	Zoology
	Computer Science
	Geography
	Mathematics
B.Com.	Business Mathematics
	Indian Financial System
	Financial Accounting
	Business Org. & Entrepreneurship Development
	Cost Accounting/ HRM/ Micro Finance/ Internet & World Wide Web
BBA	---		Written Test
BCA	---		Written Test

Students admitted to the B.A. program must study Assamese/ Hindi/ Bengali/ Bodo/ Alternative English including a General English paper as compulsory subjects.
They can take Travel and Tourism Management (Vocational) in lieu of one elective in the General course only. Seeking Major on the concerned subject is not permitted.

Pragjyotish College PG Admissions 2024

Pragjyotish College, Guwahati offers M.A. in Assamese (Language/ Literature) and M.T.M. programs at the post-graduate level. The basic eligibility criteria for admission to the M.A. program is a B.A. degree with major in Assamese.

For admission to the M.T.M. program, Graduation in any discipline is requisite. Selection of candidates for the M.A. program is done on the merit basis, i.e., marks obtained in Assamese (Major) and aggregate marks in graduation. M.T.M. candidates are selected through a Written Test and Personal Interview. Apply for PG Courses

Aspiring candidates may fill the application form offline after collecting it from the institute campus. The application fee can be paid using demand drafts drawn in favor of ‘Pragjyotish College’ payable at Guwahati.

Eligibility Table

Course Name	Specialization	Eligibility Criteria	Selection Process
M.A.	Assamese	B.A. (Major) in Assamese	Merit
M.T.M.	---	Graduation (Any)	Written Test + PI

Candidates securing 45% and above marks are given preference for admission to the M.A. program.
Students who have applied for the M.T.M. program must take the written test without fail. Those who qualify the entrance test must appear for a personal interview session conducted by the college.

How to apply for Admission?

Pragjyotish College accepts applications from eligible candidates in offline mode only. Candidates seeking admission to the college may obtain the application form and prospectus by visiting the institute campus in person and purchase the same with cash. The application process in details is as follows:

Candidates are required to purchase the application form and information brochure from the fee counter by paying the cost of application form in cash.
All relevant columns in the application form must be filled and with correct details. Incomplete applications/ discrepancy in the information provided if found later will be subject to cancellation of candidature.
The candidate must attach self-attested photocopies of all relevant documents mentioned in the information brochure. Partially submitted documents will be treated as incomplete applications.
The application fee for the concerned program must be paid via demand drafts only. Cheque/ cash or any other form of payment is not accepted by the institute.
The applicant must enclose the complete application form, copies of all relevant documents, and the demand draft for the prescribed application fee and send the same to the institute so as to reach on or before the last date. Applications late received won’t be considered for admission.

Documents Checklist

The following documents must be produced in original (along with Photostat copies for the purpose of submission) at the time of admission:

Original Admit Card of the H.S.L.C. Examination for age verification
Original Mark Sheet of the last examination appeared
Caste Certificate (S.C/ S.T./ O.B.C.) where necessary
Proficiency certificate regarding extra-curricular activities where necessary
Registration Card
Migration Certificate, for outside state/ university candidates
Pass Certificate from the Headmaster/ Principal of the institution last attended

Reservation

The institute offers reservation of seats as per the state government norms. The following reservations are currently applicable –

Category	Reservation
Scheduled Caste	07%
Scheduled Tribe (Hills)	05%
Scheduled Tribe (Plains)	10%
OBC/ MOBC	15%
Physically Handicapped	02%
Extra-curricular Activities	02%

Scholarships

The institute offers various scholarships and stipends to meritorious students seeking financial assistance for continuing their studies at Pragjyotish College. The following benefits are currently being offered -

Scholarship Facilities- Students securing 70% or above marks in the HSLC/ HS final exam are offered merit scholarships as per institute norms.
Students’ Welfare Fund- Meritorious students with weaker financial backgrounds are offered financial help subject to the availability of funds.
Students’ Travel Concession - Students are entitled to travel concession by rail during vacations or for the purpose of educational tours.

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Pragjyotish College, Guwahati Fees & Eligibility

Course	Fees	Eligibility
MA	₹24,000 (1st Year Fees)	Graduation
BCA	₹24,000 (1st Year Fees)	10+2
BBA	₹24,000 (1st Year Fees)	10+2
B.Com	₹16,000 (1st Year Fees)	10+2
B.Sc	₹14,230 (1st Year Fees)	10+2
BA	₹12,270 (1st Year Fees)	10+2
M.Sc	₹40,000 (1st Year Fees)	Graduation

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The environment of my college is really peaceful
The campus is quite clean and beautiful and well maintained

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The counter staff is a bit rude and gets irritated quite fast
The auditorium hall is quite small which gets conjusted during college functions

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The eligibility of bca was decided my a cut off mark of 60% and the selected students were declared my a merit list from the college. One can easily find the application form , fees and dates for application, merit list , admission all on the official website of pragjyotish college.

Chandrima Kalita BCA, General (Enrolled 2022) Reviewed on Jul 5, 2024

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Pragjyotish College: once you visit, it's days with you forever

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The college campus is so beautiful and big. The entire campus is covered by nature
The classrooms are well developed containing digital board and experienced faculties.

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I don't like the college canteen. The meal or food available in the canteen are few you don't have varieties to eat.
The play ground is small, and sports facilities are not good enough

Admission:

The admission process is done on both an entrance basis and a merit basis. I took admission on a merit basis. You can find the application form on the official website pragjyotish.ac.com. Practical and theory exams are taken twice in each semester.

Azizur Islam B.Sc, Biology (Enrolled 2023) Reviewed on Jul 1, 2024

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Best College For Mathematics in Guwahati

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The best thing in my college is the scenery. It was surrounded by nature.
Secondly, teachers of every department is so helpful and supportive.

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There is no placement and internship opportunity.
The auditorium is small as compared to the number of students.

Admission:

For graduation, as everyone knows, eligibility criteria are 10+2 from any recognized board. There is no entrance exam, selection is done through a merit list on the basis of your 10+2 marks. reservation for ST, SC is there like in other colleges.

PRANKRISHNA HALOI B.Sc, Mathematics (Enrolled 2022) Reviewed on Jun 16, 2024

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One of the Best College for Anthropology in Assam.

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The best part about my college life in Pragjyotish College is my department (Anthropology). One of the best department.
The faculties of my department and some other departments.

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There is no separate play ground for students.
The auditorium is small and it feels congested and also the college campus is small.

Admission:

For graduation the eligibility criteria is 10+2 from any recognized board. And there is no any entrance exams and the selection is done on the basis of merit, marks of 10+2. And for the reservation, its similar like other colleges for SC, ST the cut-off marks of 10+2 is much lower than General or OBC.

Shubhrajyoti Rabha B.Sc, Anthropology (Enrolled 2023) Reviewed on May 30, 2024

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Pragjyotish College, Shantipur, Guwahati

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Geology department is one the best department in the college. The professors are very supportive.
The lab of the department is well equipped with many hand specimens present.

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Infrastructure of the college can be developed

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The admission forms for the undergraduate course will be available online on the samarth portal. The details of admission will be provided there itself. When I took admission, that year the college accepted offline admission.

ADITI NEOG B.Sc, Geology (Enrolled 2021) Reviewed on May 27, 2024

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Pragjyotish College, one of the best government colleges in Guwahati.

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The college campus has rich flora and fauna, with two ponds. This really keeps the air fresh and makes the campus feel a little cooler

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The college has no proper boys toilet or washrooms. And the ones that already exist are in miserable conditions.
Sometimes there might be lack of places for students to sit in as the common rooms aren’t well maintained and having empty classrooms is very rare.

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Admission process is usually through online method. You need to check if you are eligible for the course you want to pursue through the college website. Application fees and forms are readily announced on the college website when available. Reservation of seats based on Castes are also available which may vary from department to department. There are no entrances held in Pragjyotish college and admission is purely merit based.

Mrinal Das B.Sc, Biology (Enrolled 2021) Reviewed on May 15, 2024

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I really liked The Department of the subject (Political Science) which i chose the teachers are very friendly and helpful towards the students
The Playground and library is the best part of the college it's really big and nice

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The only thing I dislike about this college is that the department or teachers who sets the exams dates..

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Eligibility of the course is higher since it's requires 85% or higher in class 12 Which the department sees it thoroughly who's good or bad The application form or the fees structures and the application can be found in the college (prag jyotish college) website...it's alll written in a simple format making users to understand it clearly after some few sign ups

Reet Pratima Baishya BA, Political Science (Enrolled 2023) Reviewed on Apr 20, 2024

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The admission process was quite simple. The cutoff is declared for the students which was around 70%. Then according to the merit list the selected students who made it in the list are being given admissions.

Subhankar Das B.Com, General (Enrolled 2023) Reviewed on Apr 19, 2024

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College Campus. I love our college campus.

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Eligibility is 4years degree course From Google I find the application form, application fees and application dates After 6 months the final exam will be held We need some time to prepare for our exam and for the admission process we need more people

HARSHITA DUTTA BA, Education (Enrolled 2023) Reviewed on Mar 31, 2024

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I had to do the admission online, There were no such entrance examinations. The merit list was listed by percentage, and I had the required percentage so I got the admission.