The Assam JLEE 2026 examination will be conducted by the Assam Science and Technology University (ASTU), Guwahati, on 21 June 2026. Its application form has released (last date for payment was 24 May 2026). The Joint Lateral Entry Examination (Assam JLEE) is a state-level engineering entrance exam for diploma holders seeking direct admission to the 3rd semester (2nd year) of B.Tech / B.E. programmes at the engineering colleges of Assam (Assam Engineering College, Jorhat Engineering College, Bineswar Brahma Engineering College, Jorhat Institute of Science and Technology, and other participating institutes) for the 2026-27 academic session. Assam JLEE 2026 is a 3-hour offline OMR-based test of 100 MCQs (11:00 AM – 2:00 PM). The application fee was Rs 2000 in the previous cycle. The official website is astu.ac.in and counselling is handled by DTE Assam at jljm.dtecounselling.in. Download Assam JLEE previous year question paper PDF, syllabus, and find live updates on admit card, answer key, and result on this page.
Latest: Assam JLEE 2026 exam is scheduled on 21 June 2026. Admit card expected on 17 Jun 2026. Application form has been released; last date of payment was 24 May 2026.
Assam JLEE 2026
The Assam JLEE stands for Joint Lateral Entry Examination. The 2026 exam is organised by Assam Science and Technology University (ASTU), Guwahati. It is a state-level engineering entrance exam for diploma holders seeking lateral entry admission to the third semester (i.e., second year) of B.Tech / B.E. programmes at engineering colleges in Assam for the 2026-27 academic session.
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Assam JLEE 2026 Exam Dates
The official Assam JLEE 2026 notification has been released by ASTU. The exam is confirmed for 21 June 2026. Key dates are listed below.
| Exam Event | Event Date |
|---|---|
| Release of Assam JLEE 2026 Notification & Brochure | 11 May 2026 |
| Start of Online Registration | 11 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Payment) | 24 May 2026 |
| Issuance of Assam JLEE Admit Card 2026 | 17 Jun 2026 |
| Assam JLEE 2026 Exam Date | 21 Jun 2026, 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM |
| Release of Provisional Answer Key | Within 1 week after exam |
| Announcement of Assam JLEE Result 2026 | Within 15 working days after exam |
| Counselling (DTE Assam) | After result (as per DTE) |
Important Downloads and Official Links
Direct links to the latest notifications and official releases for Assam JLEE 2026.
- JLEE/JMEE 2026 News and Notifications – astu.ac.in
- Information Brochure – Assam JLEE 2026
- Official Website of Assam JLEE – astu.ac.in
- JLEE Counselling Portal – jljm.dtecounselling.in (DTE Assam)
Assam JLEE 2026 Application Form | Assam JLEE Registration – Apply Online
The Assam JLEE 2026 Application Form was released by ASTU on 11 May 2026 in online mode only. Eligible candidates were required to complete the Assam JLEE 2026 registration on the ASTU forms portal before the last date of payment on 24 May 2026. Before applying, candidates must verify their eligibility – permanent resident of Assam, holding a recognised 3-year diploma from a polytechnic institution of Assam under the State Council of Technical Education (SCTE), with a minimum of 45% marks (40% for SC / ST). The application fee was Rs 2000, payable online.
Assam JLEE 2026 Application Form Direct Link – Apply at astu.formsrec.in/ASTU_JMEE_JLEE/ (registration window may have closed; check astu.ac.in for updates).
What to Keep in Mind Before Filling the Assam JLEE 2026 Application Form
- Eligibility check: Permanent resident of Assam; recognised 3-year diploma in engineering / technology from a polytechnic institution of Assam under SCTE; minimum 45% aggregate (40% for SC / ST). Candidates appearing in the final diploma exam are also eligible, subject to producing the original marksheet at the time of admission.
- Document check: Class 10 marksheet, diploma marksheets, valid email ID and mobile number, scanned photograph and signature in the prescribed format, caste / category certificate (if applicable), and Permanent Residence Certificate (PRC) of Assam.
- Payment: Application fee was Rs 2000, payable online via debit / credit card / net banking.
- Centre choice: Assam JLEE 2026 exam centres are Guwahati and Jorhat. Choose based on logistics.
Assam JLEE 2026 Exam Pattern
The Assam JLEE 2026 is an offline OMR-based pen-and-paper test. Key features of the exam pattern:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Examination | Offline (Pen and Paper OMR) |
| Duration | 3 hours (11:00 AM – 2:00 PM) |
| Total Questions | 100 MCQs |
| Sections | Mathematics, Engineering Mechanics, Basic Engineering & Drawing |
| Marking Scheme | As per ASTU notification (no negative marking in recent cycles) |
| Medium | English |
Assam JLEE 2026 Eligibility and Syllabus
To appear in Assam JLEE 2026, candidates must be permanent residents of Assam and hold a recognised 3-year diploma in engineering / technology from a polytechnic institution under SCTE Assam, with at least 45% marks (40% for SC / ST). For the complete topic-wise Assam JLEE Syllabus 2026 covering Mathematics, Engineering Mechanics, and Basic Engineering / Drawing, visit the dedicated Assam JLEE Syllabus 2026 page.
Assam JLEE 2026 Admit Card
The Assam JLEE Admit Card 2026 is expected to be released on 17 Jun 2026 at astu.ac.in. Candidates will download the hall ticket using their application number / user ID and password. Carry the printed admit card and a valid original photo ID to the exam centre.
Assam JLEE 2026 Answer Key
The provisional Assam JLEE Answer Key 2026 will be published on astu.ac.in within a few days of the exam (21 Jun 2026). Candidates can submit objections during the notified window. After review, ASTU releases the final answer key, which is the basis of the Assam JLEE Result 2026.
Assam JLEE 2026 Result
The Assam JLEE Result 2026 will be declared by ASTU within 15 working days of the exam at astu.ac.in. The scorecard contains total marks (out of 100) and rank. Counselling and seat allotment are handled by DTE Assam at jljm.dtecounselling.in.
Assam JLEE Previous Year Question Paper
Preparing for Assam JLEE 2026? Download previous year question papers to strengthen your preparation. By practising with actual JLEE papers, you will understand the question types, topic distribution, and difficulty level. Download the Assam JLEE previous year question paper PDFs from the dedicated Assam JLEE Question Papers page for unlimited offline practice.
Assam JLEE Exam – An Overview
| Exam Aspect | Aspect Information |
|---|---|
| Name of Exam | Assam JLEE 2026 |
| Full Form | Joint Lateral Entry Examination |
| Exam Conducting Body | ASTU |
| Full Name of Body | Assam Science and Technology University, Guwahati |
| Level of Exam | State Level |
| Official Website of Exam | astu.ac.in |
| Mode of Exam | Offline (OMR-based) |
| Exam Date | 21 Jun 2026 |
| Application Fee | Rs 2000 |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Courses Where Admission Is Through This Test | 3rd Semester (2nd year) of B.Tech / B.E. programmes (Lateral Entry) |
| Eligibility | Diploma holders from polytechnic institutions of Assam under SCTE |
| Institutes | Engineering Colleges of Assam (Assam Engineering College, Jorhat Engineering College, Bineswar Brahma Engineering College, etc.) |
| Region of Exam | Assam |
| Counselling Authority | Director of Technical Education (DTE), Assam |
| Type of Exam | Engineering Entrance Exams |
Frequently Asked Questions – Assam JLEE 2026
The Assam JLEE 2026 exam is confirmed on 21 June 2026 (11:00 AM – 2:00 PM) by ASTU, Guwahati. Visit astu.ac.in for official updates.
Assam Science and Technology University (ASTU), Guwahati, conducts the Assam JLEE 2026 for lateral admission to the 3rd semester (2nd year) of B.Tech / B.E. programmes at engineering colleges in Assam.
Permanent resident of Assam holding a recognised 3-year diploma in engineering / technology from a polytechnic institution of Assam under SCTE, with at least 45% aggregate (40% for SC / ST). Candidates appearing in the final diploma exam are also eligible, subject to original marksheet at admission.
Assam JLEE 2026 is a 3-hour offline OMR-based test of 100 MCQs covering Mathematics, Engineering Mechanics, and Basic Engineering / Drawing. The exam is held in a single shift from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
The application fee was Rs 2000, payable online. The exact fee is confirmed in the official ASTU notification at astu.ac.in.
Assam JLEE 2026 exam centres are Guwahati and Jorhat. Candidates choose a preferred centre during application; final centre allotment is communicated through the admit card.
Counselling and seat allotment for Assam JLEE 2026 are handled by the Director of Technical Education (DTE), Assam, on the official counselling portal jljm.dtecounselling.in.
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please send me the link for checking merit list JLEE 2019
Hey Biswajit,
As of now, only the scorecard has been released. As soon as the merit list is released, we will update it on our page.
My score is 56 in JLEE 2019, in civil branch. Can I take admission???
Hey Biswajit,
The University has not released the cut off JLEE 2019, hence, it cannot be said for sure that if you are eligile or not. It cam only be confirmed with the release of the counselling schedule/ merit list.
Can you please inform me, what’s the total number of seat reserved for civil engineering brannch in this year JLEE 2019?
Anyone can know the information of the total number of seat reserved for civil engineering branch in this year JLEE 2019??
Please inform me at earliest…..
Counseling notice for power electronics and instrumentation engineering was not given to the newspaper….