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M.A. in Folklore Studies 

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M.A. in Folklore Studies
 at 
Gauhati University 
Overview

Duration

2 years

Course Level

PG Degree

Mode of Course

Full Time

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Seat breakup

25

Type of University

Public/Government
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M.A. in Folklore Studies
 at 
Gauhati University 
 
Frequently Asked Questions

Q:   How prepare Guwahati University placement?
A: 

Guwahati University Placement  is known for its excellent placement record. Check out the tabulated data given below to know more about Guwahati University placements 2024:

Course 

Total Students 

Students Placed

Median Salary 

UG 3-year

120

38

INR 4.50 LPA

UG 4-year

128

89

INR 5.35 LPA

UG 5-year

58

19

INR 4.15 LPA

PG 2-year

1,981

405

INR 9.50 LPA

PG 3-year

21

20

INR 7.25 LPA

PG 5-year (Integrated)

58

21

INR  4.65 LPA

NOTE: The above data is obtained from the NIRF report 2025

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Q:   What is the average package offered during Guwahati University placements?
A: 

The average package at Guwahati University Placement  has not been made available yet. However the median package has been released and is given in the table below:

Particulars 

Placement Statistics (2024)

Median Package 

INR 4.50 LPA (UG 3-year)

INR 5.35 LPA (UG 4-year)

INR 4.15 LPA(UG 5-year)

INR 9.50 LPA (PG 2-year)

INR 7.25 LPA (PG 3-year)

INR 4.65 LPA (PG 5-year)

NOTE: The above data is obtained from the NIRF report 2025

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Q:   What are the courses that Gauhati University offers?
A: 

Guwahati University offers 100+ UG, PG Diploma Certificate and doctoral courses. Additionally, it also has 340+ affiliated colleges that offer UG and PG courses in the faculty members of Arts, Science, Commerce, Law, and Engineering. It also has an Institute of Distance and Open Learning (IDOL) to offer distance learning programmes to the students. Gauhati University admission process is completely online; for all PG courses, it is subject to candidates' performance in the Offline Entrance Test, conducted by the university. For a few courses, such as BTech and MBA, it also accepts national/state-level entrance exams for admission like JEE Main, GATE, and others. Candidates must study the GATE exam pattern, attempt GATE question papers, and hence prepare well in advance for admission.

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Q:   How successful are the placements at Guwahati University?
A: 

Guwahati University has been providing successful placements over the years. The students are given excellent placement support every year placing them in top companies. Check out the table below to know the key highlights of the Guwahati University Placement 2024:

Course 

Total Students 

Students Placed

Median Salary 

UG 3-year

120

38

INR 4.50 LPA

UG 4-year

128

89

INR 5.35 LPA

UG 5-year

58

19

INR 4.15 LPA

PG 2-year

1,981

405

INR 9.50 LPA

PG 3-year

21

20

INR 7.25 LPA

PG 5-year (Integrated)

58

21

INR  4.65 LPA

NOTE: The above data is obtained from the NIRF report 2025

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Q:   Where do Gauhati University alumni work?
A: 

According to unofficial sources, a large share of Gauhati University alumni is working in the Education sector with a 26% share. To know the sector-wise alumni placements, check out the pie chart below:

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M.A. in Folklore Studies
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Gauhati University 
Placements

ParticularsStatistics (2023)
Median SalaryINR 8.71 Lakh
Lock IconTop Recruiters for Gauhati University
Airtel
American Express
BAJAJ Allianz
Birla SunLife
City Union Bank
Godrej and Boyce
HCL Technologies
Hindustan Unilever
ICICI
Indian Express
Maveric
Maverick
NIIT Technologies
ONGC
Reliance
Reuters
Videocon
Web Tech Developers
Wipro
WIPRO INFOTECH
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M.A. in Folklore Studies
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Gauhati University 
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    Gauhati University 
     
    Students also asked

    Q:   At what JEE Main rank will I get admission in Gauhati University?
    A: 

    Offered through JEE Main ranks and counselling, Gauhati University cutoff for BTech is released round-wise. Going as per the last three year trends, the expected Gauhati University cutoff 2024 can be anticipated. For JEE Main Counselling Round 1, B.Tech. in Computer Science Engineering can range between 29284 and 39338, B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering can range between 43455 and 47966, B.Tech. in Civil Engineering can range between 47559 and 54827, B.Tech. in Instrumentation Engineering can range between 50806 and 52910 and B.Tech. in Food Processing Technology can range between 44928 and 63869.  

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    Q:   Why is Guwahati University famous?
    A: 

    Gauhati University is a good and famous university. The accepted entrance exams are MATXATCATCMAT, and others. Students must prepare in advance for these entrance exams. Read the MAT preparation guidelines, study the MAT exam pattern, and study from MAT reference books and study material. Gauhati University is ranked 88 by NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) 2023 under the University category. Hence, it is a good and famous university that offers scholarships and placement assistance to students. The university is also famous for its infrastructure and the various facilities it offers to students.

    Q:   What is the reality of Guwahati University Placement?
    A: 

    Guwahati University provides good placements to its graduating students. The students are given excellent placement support every year placing them in top companies. Check out the table below to know the key highlights of theGuwahati University Placement 2024:

    Course 

    Total Students 

    Students Placed

    Median Salary 

    UG 3-year

    120

    38

    INR 4.50 LPA

    UG 4-year

    128

    89

    INR 5.35 LPA

    UG 5-year

    58

    19

    INR 4.15 LPA

    PG 2-year

    1,981

    405

    INR 9.50 LPA

    PG 3-year

    21

    20

    INR 7.25 LPA

    PG 5-year (Integrated)

    58

    21

    INR  4.65 LPA

    NOTE: The above data is obtained from the NIRF report 2025

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    Q:   Is Guwahati University good in terms of placements?
    A: 

    Guwahati University provides good placements to its graduating students. The students are given excellent placement support every year placing them in top companies. Check out the table below to know the key highlights of the Guwahati University placements 2024:

    Course 

    Total Students 

    Students Placed

    Median Salary 

    UG 3-year

    120

    38

    INR 4.50 LPA

    UG 4-year

    128

    89

    INR 5.35 LPA

    UG 5-year

    58

    19

    INR 4.15 LPA

    PG 2-year

    1,981

    405

    INR 9.50 LPA

    PG 3-year

    21

    20

    INR 7.25 LPA

    PG 5-year (Integrated)

    58

    21

    INR  4.65 LPA

    NOTE: The above data is obtained from the NIRF report 2025

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    Q:   What is the world ranking of Guwahati University?
    A: 

    Over the past few years, Gauhati University has been ranked under multiple streams namely Management, Engineering, and others. Gauhati University is ranked 601-650 In Asian University Rankings by QS World Rank 2023 and 160 in Asian University Rankings - Southern Asia by QS World Rank 2023. Hence, it is a good university.

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    Gauhati University 

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    To be eligible for an MA in Folklore Studies at Gauhati University, you need a Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.Sc./B.Com.) with a major or general course in any language/literature discipline or social sciences, and a minimum of 50% marks in your degree course. Graduates with Folklore as a major/general s

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