Important FAQs for Assam Science and Technology University (ASTU)

Q. When was Assam Science and Technology University (ASTU) established?

A. ASTU was established in 2010 as a state university.

Q. Is ASTU affiliated to University Grant Commission (UGC) and All India Council for Technical Education (AITCE)?

A. Yes, the University is affiliated to both UGC as well as AICTE?

Q. Where is the University located in Assam?

A. The University is located at Tetelia road, near Assam Engineering College, Jalukbari, Guwahati in Assam.

Q. What is the mode of education in ASTU?

A. The mode of education is full-time at the University.

Q. How to get admission in ASTU?

A. The application process for the admission is online. Admission is based on the marks obtained in graduation.

Q. What is the minimum marks requirement for ASTU course?

A. A minimum of 50% aggregate is the requirement to be eligible for the admission to any course here.

Q. Does the University have a good library?

A. Yes, the University has a Central Library collection of Text books, Reference books, Periodicals, Thesis, Dissertation, Government Publication, CDs and DVDs. The entire library holdings have been made available in machine readable catalogue.

Q. How many courses are offered by this University?

A.  The University provides both undergraduate and postgraduate programme such as BTech in Computer Science and Engineering, MSc in Applied Physics and so on. Along with it, University also provides doctoral programmes such as PhD in Pharmacy.

Q. How is the faculty at ASTU?

A. The faculty is knowledgeable and qualified and expert in their respective subjects.

Q. What is the duration for Bachelor in Architecture course here?

A. BArch is a minimum 5 year course with 10 semester approximately.

Q. Q. Is there a compulsory entrance exam for the admission to UG courses in the University?

A. ASTU is entrusted to conduct the Combined Entrance Examination (CEE) from 2018 onwards for admission into State Engineering Colleges as per direction of the Department of Higher Education (Technical), Govt. of Assam, Dispur, Guwahati. Another one is National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA), a national level entrance exam conducted for candidates seeking admission to undergraduate programmes in Architecture.