Introduction
Online applications are invited from interested and eligible students for admission into Postgraduate Programmes in 7 Disciplines/Programmes - MA in Ancient Indian History Culture and Archaeology, MSc in Environmental Biology and Wildlife Sciences, Master of Computer Application, MSc in MBBT, Master of Commerce, Master of Library & Information Science and Master of Law of Cotton University. Candidates having requisite qualification for admission should fill in and submit the online application form through the University Website www.cottonuniversity.ac.in Admission links will be activated in due course of time.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 9th June 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 12th June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 22nd June 2026, till 11 PM |
| Issue of Online Admit Cards | [To be updated] |
| Date of CPGEE 2026 | 1st week of July, 2026 |
Admission Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Institute | Cotton University, Guwahati, Assam |
| Course/Program | MA Ancient Indian History Culture and Archaeology; MSc Environmental Biology and Wildlife Sciences; MCA; MSc MBBT; MCom; MLISc; LLM |
| Seats | 160 |
| Mode | Online Application |
| Website | https://admissions.cottonuniversity.ac.in |
| Notification No | CU/Acad/ PG Admissions/ 2026/249/ 325 |
Courses & Seats
| Course | Seats | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| MA Ancient Indian History Culture and Archaeology | 20 | Bachelor's Degree |
| MSc Environmental Biology and Wildlife Sciences | 20 | Bachelor's Degree |
| MCA (Master of Computer Application) | 40 | Bachelor's Degree |
| MSc MBBT (10 Regular + 10 DBT Sponsored) | 20 | Bachelor's Degree |
| MCom (Master of Commerce) | 20 | Bachelor's Degree |
| MLISc (Master of Library & Information Science) | 20 | Bachelor's Degree |
| LLM (Master of Law) | 20 | Bachelor's Degree |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised university. Candidates appearing or having appeared in the qualifying examination of 2026 are also eligible to apply.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Applicants | INR 1,200 (payable only through the online portal) |
Selection / Admission Process
| Step | Stage | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Entrance Examination (CPGEE‑2026) | Marks obtained in the Cotton Post‑Graduate Entrance Examination will be used for selection. |
| 2 | Cotton Graduate Category (50% seats) | Reserved for Cotton University graduates of 2025‑2026 batches; admission based on CPGEE‑2026 scores. |
| 3 | Open Category | Admission based on CPGEE‑2026 marks for all other candidates. |
| 4 | MSc MBBT – Open Category | Admission through GAT‑B‑2026 scores as notified. |
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official admission portal: https://admissions.cottonuniversity.ac.in
- Register using a valid email address and create a password.
- Fill in the online application form with personal, academic and contact details.
- Upload the required documents (photograph, signature, scanned certificates) as per the portal specifications.
- Pay the non‑refundable application fee of INR 1,200 through the online payment gateway.
- Review the entered information carefully and submit the application before 22 June 2026, 11:00 PM.
- After successful submission, download and retain the confirmation receipt for future reference.
Important Instructions
- Only online applications will be accepted; offline submissions are not permitted.
- For MA, MSc, MCA, MCom, MLISc and LLM programmes, 50% of the seats are reserved for Cotton University graduates of the 2025‑2026 batches.
- Reservation as per Government of Assam rules applies to all programmes except MSc MBBT (10 DBT‑sponsored seats).
- Candidates with a study gap of more than three years will be ineligible, except for the LLM programme.
- Applicants may apply for more than one programme by submitting separate applications for each.
- In case of a clash of CPGEE‑2026 examination dates for candidates applying to multiple programmes, the university reserves the right to resolve the schedule.
Important Web-Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Download PDF |
| Official Website | Visit |
| Merit List/Result | Upcoming |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. What is the last date to submit the online application?
A. The online application must be submitted on or before 22 June 2026, 11:00 PM.
Q. How much is the application fee and how can I pay it?
A. The fee is INR 1,200 for all candidates and must be paid online through the admission portal’s payment gateway.
Q. Which programmes are offered under this admission?
A. Seven programmes are offered: MA Ancient Indian History Culture and Archaeology, MSc Environmental Biology and Wildlife Sciences, MCA, MSc MBBT, MCom, MLISc, and LLM.
Q. Is there any reservation for Cotton University graduates?
A. Yes, 50% of the seats in all programmes (except MSc MBBT’s DBT‑sponsored seats) are reserved for Cotton University graduates of the 2025‑2026 batches.
Q. Can I apply for more than one programme?
A. Yes, you may submit separate online applications for each programme you wish to apply for.
Q. What is the eligibility criteria?
A. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised university. Those appearing in the qualifying examination of 2026 are also eligible.
Q. When will the entrance examination (CPGEE‑2026) be conducted?
A. The exam is tentatively scheduled for the first week of July 2026; exact dates will be announced on the university website.