Gauhati University (GU), Guwahati
- Fees / year
- ₹5,000 - ₹50,000
- Median salary
- ₹5.35 LPA
- Placed
- 69.5%
- NIRF Overall
- #52
- Established
- 1948
Gauhati University (GU), Guwahati: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NIRF ranking of Gauhati University (GU), Guwahati?
In the NIRF 2025 rankings, Gauhati University (GU), Guwahati is ranked #9 among state public universities, #33 among universities and #52 overall.
How are placements at Gauhati University (GU), Guwahati?
In the data Gauhati University (GU), Guwahati submitted to NIRF 2025, 89 of the 128 students who graduated from its 4-year UG programmes in 2023–24 were placed (69.5%), at a median salary of ₹5.35 LPA. Another 26 went on to higher studies.
Is Gauhati University (GU), Guwahati a government or private institution?
Gauhati University (GU), Guwahati is a government institution in Guwahati, Assam, established in 1948. It is affiliated to State University (UGC).
Which bodies approve or accredit Gauhati University (GU), Guwahati?
Gauhati University (GU), Guwahati lists approval or accreditation from UGC and NAAC.
Do students at Gauhati University (GU), Guwahati get scholarships or fee waivers?
In 2023–24, 3,938 of its 5,299 students had their full tuition fee reimbursed: 1,126 through state and central government schemes, 2,800 by the institution and 12 by private bodies (NIRF 2025 data).
How many students study at Gauhati University (GU), Guwahati?
5,299 students were enrolled across its programmes in 2023–24, 59.6% of them women (NIRF 2025 data).
Sources
Rankings: NIRF India Rankings 2025, Ministry of Education. Placement, student and fee-reimbursement figures: data submitted by the institution to NIRF 2025.
Courses and fees: as listed for Gauhati University (GU), Guwahati on CollegeChalo; confirm current fees with the college before applying.
Last updated 9 November 2026.