Assam Polytechnic admission 2027 fills about 4,385 diploma seats in 26 State Government Polytechnics on merit in HSLC (Class 10) marks. The Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Assam runs it; the old entrance test, Assam PAT, is no longer held. Online registration for 2027-28 is expected in April to May 2027 on the Samarth portal.
Assam Polytechnic Admission 2027
This page covers how admission to Assam’s government polytechnics works without the PAT: expected 2027 dates, how to apply, eligibility, seats, counselling and documents.
| Full name | Admission to 3-year Diploma in Engineering & Technology in State Government Polytechnics of Assam (formerly Assam PAT) |
|---|---|
| Conducted by | Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Assam, through the State Council for Technical Education (SCTE) |
| Exam level | State (Assam); no entrance test since the 2024 admissions |
| Courses / Purpose | 1st semester of 3-year diploma: 21 programmes, 26 government polytechnics, 4,385 seats (2026-27) |
| Selection | Merit on HSLC (Class 10) marks, with Mathematics and Science compulsory |
| Application | Expected April to May 2027, online on the Samarth admission portal |
| Application fee | Rs 300 plus applicable taxes, online, non-refundable (2026-27) |
| Eligibility | HSLC with Maths and Science in one sitting; 40% average in both (35% SC, 33% ST); minimum age 16 |
| Mode | Online registration, choice filling and seat allotment; spot rounds at institutes |
| Official website | dte.assam.gov.in |
Is Assam PAT 2027 being held?
No. The Polytechnic Admission Test (PAT) is no longer conducted. Under a Government of Assam letter dated 3 April 2024, the State Council for Technical Education (SCTE) admits students to government polytechnics on the basis of their HSLC or equivalent marks, with Mathematics and Science as compulsory subjects.
Ranks are generated from your HSLC marks after you register and your documents are verified. The brochure does not publish the exact ranking or tie-break formula, so you do not need to prepare for any written test. DTE Assam also runs B.Tech, lateral entry and MCA admissions, explained on the DTE Assam admission 2027 page.
Assam Polytechnic 2027 Important Dates
The 2027-28 schedule is not announced yet. In 2026 registration ran from 24 April to 10 May, so the dates below are expected months based on that cycle.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application (2027-28) | April 2027 Expected |
| Online verification of applications (2027-28) | May 2027 Expected |
| 1st round allotment (2027-28) | June 2027 Expected |
| 2nd and 3rd round allotments (2027-28) | July 2027 Expected |
| Spot rounds at institutes (2027-28) | August 2027 Expected |
How to Apply for Assam Polytechnic Admission 2027
You apply online only, on the DTE Assam Samarth admission portal. Registration, document upload, choice filling and fee payment all happen in one application, and you are considered for ranking only after you finish every step.
Apply Online for Assam Polytechnic 2027
Applications for Assam Polytechnic 2027 are expected in April 2027.
- Open the Samarth admission portal once the 2027-28 registration opens.
- Register with your name, mobile number and email ID, then log in.
- Fill in your personal, category and HSLC details, including your Mathematics and Science marks.
- Upload your documents, such as the HSLC marksheet, Permanent Resident Certificate and category certificate.
- Fill your choices of polytechnic and branch in order of preference.
- Pay the registration fee online and download the acknowledgement receipt.
| Fee | Amount (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Registration fee (online, non-refundable) | Rs 300 plus applicable taxes |
| Admission fee at document verification (all except TFW) | Rs 4,800 |
| Admission fee at document verification (Tuition Fee Waiver) | Rs 4,300 |
The admission fee is paid at the first institute you are allotted and includes the Rs 150 SCTE registration fee. It does not cover semester exam fees, hostel rent or mess dues. After you apply, verifying officers may call, email or message you about your documents; if you do not reply in time, your application can be rejected.
Who can apply for Assam Polytechnic 2027?
You can apply if you passed HSLC or an equivalent Class 10 exam with Mathematics and Science and you are a permanent resident of Assam. These are the 2026-27 rules; the 2027-28 brochure may revise them.
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Qualifying exam | HSLC or equivalent with Mathematics and Science, passed in one sitting without grace marks in either subject |
| Minimum marks | Average of 40% in Mathematics and Science (General, OBC/MOBC-NCL), 35% (SC), 33% (ST); PwD as per original category |
| Theory and practical | Pass separately in theory and practical or internal assessment |
| Age | At least 16 years on 31 December 2026 for 2026-27 (born on or before 31 December 2010); no upper age limit |
| Domicile | Indian citizen and permanent resident of Assam; PRC needed at counselling |
| Not allowed | Compartmental candidates |
For NIOS students, Science & Technology counts in place of Science. For ICSE students, History and Civics or Geography marks can replace Social Science.
How are Assam Polytechnic 2027 seats allotted?
Seats are allotted online by your eligibility, rank, category, choices and seat availability. In 2026 there were three online allotment rounds between June and August, a choice modification window, and then spot rounds held at the institutes.
- Check your allotment on the portal, accept the seat and download the allotment letter.
- Contact the admission coordinator of the allotted polytechnic and report on the given date.
- Complete physical document verification and pay the admission fee at the institute.
- Choose freeze to keep the seat, or upgrade to be considered for a better choice in the next round.
- If seats are still vacant after the online rounds, take part in the spot round at the institute.
NCC and Sports quota seats are filled through a selection committee after separate document verification. Under the current transfer rules, you cannot change polytechnic during the first year, so fill your choices with care.
Which polytechnics and courses can you join?
The 2026-27 brochure lists 26 government polytechnics offering 21 diploma programmes, with 4,385 seats in all, including 25 Other State Quota seats allotted by the Ministry of Education.
| Polytechnic | Location | Seats (2026-27) |
|---|---|---|
| Assam Engineering Institute | Chandmari, Guwahati | 285 |
| Assam Textile Institute | Ambari, Guwahati | 70 |
| Bongaigaon Polytechnic | Bongaigaon | 120 |
| Baksa Polytechnic | Belguri Pathar, Baksa | 180 |
| Barpeta Polytechnic | Barpeta | 180 |
| Chirang Polytechnic | Bijni | 180 |
| Dibrugarh Polytechnic | Lahowal, Dibrugarh | 140 |
| Diphu Polytechnic | Diphu | 60 |
| Dhemaji Polytechnic | Simen Chapori | 180 |
| Golaghat Polytechnic | Furkating, Golaghat | 180 |
| Goalpara Polytechnic | Goalpara | 180 |
| HRH The Prince of Wales Institute of Engineering & Technology | Jorhat | 260 |
| Hailakandi Polytechnic | Katilichera | 180 |
| Kamrup Polytechnic | Baihata Chariali | 180 |
| Karimganj Polytechnic | Maizgram | 180 |
| Lakhimpur Polytechnic | Bihpuria | 180 |
| Morigaon Polytechnic | Morigaon | 180 |
| Nalbari Polytechnic | Chandkuchi, Nalbari | 180 |
| Nowgong Polytechnic | Nagaon | 170 |
| PCPS Girls’ Polytechnic (girls only) | Bamunimaidam, Guwahati | 120 |
| Residential Girls’ Polytechnic (girls only) | Golaghat | 60 |
| Silchar Polytechnic | Meherpur, Silchar | 220 |
| Sonitpur Polytechnic | Dhekiajuli | 180 |
| Sivasagar Polytechnic | Demow | 180 |
| Udalguri Polytechnic | Bhergaon | 180 |
| Tinsukia Polytechnic | Makum | 180 |
| Total | 26 polytechnics | 4,385 |
Programmes include Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Computer Science & Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication, Chemical, Instrumentation, Mechanical (Auto), Agricultural, Mining, Bio Medical, Medical Electronics, Printing, Textile, Textile Design, Fashion and Garment Technology, Food Processing, Industrial & Production Engineering and Architectural Assistantship. Intake may change by government order.
What reservations and quotas apply in Assam Polytechnic admission?
Seats are reserved under Government of Assam rules. If you do not state your category in the online form, you are treated as unreserved.
- SC, ST (Plains), ST (Hills) and OBC/MOBC (non-creamy layer), with separate reservation for the TGLC/Ex-TGLC, Koch-Rajbangsi, Tai-Ahom, Chutia, Moran and Matak communities
- Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) and the Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) scheme
- Persons with disabilities (at least 40% disability), over and above other categories
- NCC quota (ranked by NCC certificate and grade) and Sports quota (State-level medals in the last 3 years)
- Grandchildren of freedom fighters and children of retired defence personnel of Assam
- Children of Central Government employees posted in Assam for under 20 years who are not permanent residents (CGE quota)
- Technical School Leaving Certificate (TSLC) holders and nominees from other states
What documents do you need for Assam Polytechnic admission?
Carry the originals and self-attested photocopies, along with 2 recent passport-size photographs, when you report to the allotted polytechnic.
- HSLC or equivalent admit card, marksheet or certificate as age proof
- HSLC or equivalent marksheet
- Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) of Assam
- Provisional allotment letter downloaded from the portal
- Caste certificate (with non-creamy layer certificate for OBC/MOBC groups) issued by the Government of Assam, if claiming a reserved seat
- EWS certificate, income certificate for TFW, PwD identity card, or quota certificates (NCC, Sports, freedom fighter, defence, CGE), as applicable
If any document used to claim reservation is found false at any stage, the candidate is removed from the admission process and any admission already given is cancelled.
Assam Polytechnic 2027 Official Notices and Downloads
No 2027-28 notice has been issued yet. The latest official brochure and the DTE Assam website are listed below.
- PDFAssam Polytechnic Information Brochure and Counselling Guidelines 2026-27 (latest)Official site · dte.assam.gov.inOpen
- LINKDTE Assam official websiteOfficial site · dte.assam.gov.inOpen