Assam Science and Technology University Guwahati Answered Questions

Yes you can join Assam Science and Technology University without JEE for B.Tech but you have to appear for Assam Combined Entrance Examination (Assam CEE) . Admission will be based on this entrance test score. You have to pass 10+2 with a minimum of 45% marks in PCM and you should be a permanent resident of Assam.

The average package of the Assam Science and Technology University (ASTU) is INR 3-5 LPA. Recruiters such as TCS, Wipro, and Oil India hire predominantly for IT and engineering roles, with the highest packages going to INR 8 LPA. Placement is 50-60%. As per reviews by students, there were good opportunities provided, but not as many high-paying as compared to NITs. 

Nationally, ASTU is ranked #151–300 among engineering colleges in India by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2024. Globally, ASTU is ranked #9852. These rankings reflect ASTU's growing reputation in the field of engineering education.

The B.Tech fee at ASTU is around INR 4-5 Lacs (4 years, INR 1-1.25 lakh/year). Average salaries offered to B.Tech graduates from 2023 range from INR 3-5 LPA, and the best salary is INR 8 LPA in the companies like TCS and Wipro.The placement rate is around 50-60%. Additionally, hostel fees are approximately INR 50,000/year. Most student reviews mention affordability, but average returns are understood. 

The B.Tech faculty of ASTU is very knowledgeable, with most of them holding M.Tech/Ph.D. degrees. The student satisfaction index awards these faculty 3.8/5; highly commended in CSE and Mechanical. Faculty actively participate in workshops and collaborations with industry, engaging with the curriculum supported by AICTE. Some students have also suggested the need for more visiting professors. The faculty-student ratio provides mentorships for 200+.

It is a good university in Guwahati, but certainly not the best; to add, IIT Guwahati and Guwahati University rank better because of placements and infrastructure. But, the college can be considered good. B.Tech and MBA courses a ASTU are AICTE-approved, with 50-60% placements (3-5LPA). It gives a rating of 3.5/5 in student reviews for faculty and affordability, but mentions limited MNC exposure.

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.

The application fee for MBA programs at Assam Science and Technology University is about INR 1,000, which is to be paid online during the application filling in the official portal of the university (May-June 2025). The application is reduced to INR 500 for reserved class students, such as those belonging to SC/ST.

Assam Science and Technology University's engineering programs don't have a specific, universally recognised ranking like those of other institutions like IIT Guwahati. Assam Science and Technology University is not explicitly listed in the NIRF rankings for engineering.

Assam Science and Technology University (ASTU) is generally considered a Tier 2 institution in India. While it offers a range of engineering and technology programs and has a decent placement record, it does not have the same level of national recognition or resources as Tier 1 institutions like IITs and NITs.ASTU is the premier technical university in Northeast India and is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC). It offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in various disciplines, including engineering, management, and science.If you have further questions about ASTU or its programs, feel free to ask!