Colleges in Tezpur

Tezpur University has a total of 20 academic departments and the courses include BSc, BA, BCom, BEd, MA, MSc, and MBA among others. The University offers respective courses in the fields of Engineering, Medicine & Health Sciences and Business & Management Studies, etc. Admission to the respective courses is offered based on a minimum aggregate secured in Class 12 and graduation. The University offers respective courses at a total tuition fees ranging from INR 4 K to INR 1.29 Lakh. In comparison to other universities offering the respective courses, the affordability is convenient along with scholarship privileges. 

For B.Tech programs, Tezpur University (TU) generally offers a stronger overall academic and research environment, with better infrastructure and placements. Assam Science and Technology University (ASTU) might be a better choice if you're specifically seeking an engineering-focused environment, with potentially better placement opportunities in that area.

Tezpur University generally offers better placement opportunities with higher median salaries (INR 6.96 LPA for UG) and top recruiters like Microsoft and Accenture. Assam Science and Technology University (ASTU) has solid placements, especially in the IT sector, but with comparatively lower salaries and fewer high-tier recruiters.

No, Section 3, the General Aptitude Test (GAT), in CUET is not compulsory overall. However, it is often a requirement for specific undergraduate programs at many participating universities, especially top-ranked ones like Delhi University (DU), Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), and Banaras Hindu University (BHU). Therefore, while not mandatory for all courses, it is highly recommended to prepare for and take the General Test, as it significantly enhances a candidate's chances of admission to many universities and programs. 

According to the information available on the official website of Shiksha, the average placement package offered to MBA graduates at SMIT Sikkim, Manipal University, is INR 4.8 lakh. On the other hand, the average package offered to MBA graduates at Tezpur University is INR 8 lakh.