AAU Diploma Admission 2026 – Assam Agricultural University (AAU), Jorhat has released Admission Notice 02/2026 for admission into the 3-year Diploma Courses in Agriculture and Horticulture for the academic session 2026-27. As per the official admission notice dated 28 September 2026, interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the AAU admission portal from 1 October 2026 to 25 October 2026. The admission is for Diploma in Agriculture and Diploma in Horticulture programmes offered under Assam Agricultural University. Candidates should carefully check the eligibility criteria, application procedure, documents, fees and other instructions before submitting the online application.
The university has also issued an Information Bulletin containing detailed information regarding the diploma programmes, admission procedure, academic system, fees, reservation, hostel facilities, refund rules, Academic Bank of Credits, anti-ragging rules and other important guidelines.
AAU Diploma Admission 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| University | Assam Agricultural University (AAU), Jorhat |
| Admission | Diploma Programmes |
| Courses | Diploma in Agriculture and Diploma in Horticulture |
| Academic Session | 2026-27 |
| Course Duration | Minimum 6 semesters; Maximum 10 semesters |
| Total Seats | 50 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 1 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 25 October 2026 |
| Application Fee | ₹500 |
| Official Admission Portal | admission.aau.ac.in |
| University Website | Assam Agricultural University Official Website |
AAU Diploma Courses and Seat Details
Assam Agricultural University is offering admission to the following two diploma programmes for the academic session 2026-27.
1. Diploma in Agriculture
College: Biswanath College of Agriculture (BNCA), Biswanath Chariali
Number of Seats: 25
Duration:
Minimum – 6 Semesters
Maximum – 10 Semesters
Eligibility
Candidates must have:
- Passed Class 10 / HSLC / Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSC) / Matriculation examination.
- Secured a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate in the qualifying examination for General/OBC/UPS category.
- Candidates belonging to SC/ST/PH category require a minimum of 40% marks in aggregate.
- Minimum age: 15 years.
2. Diploma in Horticulture
College: College of Horticulture & Farming System Research (CHFSR), Nalbari
Number of Seats: 25
Duration:
Minimum – 6 Semesters
Maximum – 10 Semesters
Eligibility
Candidates must have:
- Passed Class 10 / HSLC / Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSC) / Matriculation examination.
- Secured a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate for General/OBC/UPS category.
- Candidates belonging to SC/ST/PH category require a minimum of 40% marks in aggregate.
- Minimum age: 15 years.
Total Seats
There are 25 seats in Diploma in Agriculture and 25 seats in Diploma in Horticulture, making a total of 50 seats for the two diploma programmes.
AAU Diploma Admission 2026 Important Dates
The admission notice states that the online admission portal will remain open during the following period:
Online Application Start Date: 1 October 2026
Last Date of Online Application: 25 October 2026
Candidates should complete registration, application submission, document upload and fee payment within the prescribed period.
Application Fee
The application fee for the AAU Diploma Admission 2026 application is:
Application Fee: ₹500
The fee has to be paid online through the payment gateway integrated with the AAU admission application system. No other payment mode is accepted for the application fee
How to Apply for AAU Diploma Admission 2026
Candidates are required to apply online through the official AAU admission portal.
Step 1 – Registration
Candidates must first register themselves on the AAU admission portal.
A valid personal:
- Email ID
- Mobile Number
is required for registration and future communication.
After successful registration, the candidate will receive login/registration credentials through the registered mobile number and an email containing a verification link. Both need to be verified to complete the registration process.
Step 2 – Fill Up the Application Form
After registration, candidates need to log in and complete the online application form.
Candidates have to enter their personal and academic information and upload the required documents.
The photograph and signature should be uploaded in JPEG format, with a maximum size of 100 KB each.
Required certificates/documents should be uploaded in PDF format, generally with a maximum size of 150 KB each as specified in the Information Bulletin.
Candidates can update the application details multiple times before final submission.
Important: Once the application form is finalized and submitted, the information cannot be changed or modified at the university end. Therefore, candidates should carefully check all details before final submission.
Step 3 – Pay the Application Fee
After completing the application form:
- Preview the complete application form.
- Check all personal and academic details carefully.
- Submit the application form.
- The system will redirect the candidate to the payment page.
- Pay the ₹500 application fee through the integrated payment gateway.
- Check the payment status in the Payment History section of the dashboard.
- After successful payment, download and print the Acknowledgement Sheet for future reference.
Candidates are advised to keep a copy of the submitted application form and payment acknowledgement.
Documents Required for AAU Diploma Application 2026
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before starting the online application:
- Recent passport-size photograph – JPEG, maximum 100 KB
- Candidate’s signature – JPEG, maximum 100 KB
- Mark sheets from Class X to the last examination passed – PDF, maximum 150 KB each
- Pass Certificate of the qualifying examination – PDF, maximum 150 KB
- Age Proof Certificate, such as Birth Certificate or Class X Admit Card – PDF, maximum 150 KB
- Caste Certificate, if applicable – PDF, maximum 150 KB
- Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) / Nativity Certificate – PDF, maximum 150 KB
- Medical Fitness Certificate in the prescribed AAU format – PDF, maximum 150 KB
- EWS Certificate, if applicable, valid for 2026-27 – PDF, maximum 150 KB
- Migration/Transfer Certificate, if applicable – PDF, maximum 150 KB
- Relevant certificate from the appropriate authority against the applicable quota, wherever required.
If the Migration/Transfer Certificate is not available during application, the candidate has to submit it at the time of admission/reporting. Failure to produce the required document may result in cancellation of admission.
Selection and Admission Procedure
Candidates must submit their applications online within the prescribed date.
Candidates may be required to appear personally before the Selection Committee at their own expense on the scheduled date(s) notified by Assam Agricultural University.
Selection and admission of candidates will be made strictly on the basis of merit/entrance test as per the regulations in force.
Candidates should regularly check the official AAU website for further notifications regarding the selection and admission process.
Medical Fitness Requirement
Admission to the diploma programmes is subject to the candidate being declared medically fit.
The medical fitness certificate has to be issued by a Registered Practitioner/Government Practitioner as specified by the university.
The prescribed AAU Medical Fitness Certificate is included as Annexure I of the Information Bulletin.
The original medical certificate must be produced at the time of reporting.
AAU Diploma Admission 2026 Fee Structure
The Information Bulletin provides the following fee structure for the academic session 2026-27 for Diploma in Agriculture/Horticulture.
One-Time Fees
| Particulars | Amount |
|---|---|
| Registration | ₹1,000 |
| Caution Money – Refundable/Adjustable | ₹3,000 |
| Identity Card | ₹300 |
| Digital Certificate Fee | ₹1,000 |
| NSS | ₹200 |
| Training and Placement Cell | ₹300 |
| Internship | ₹7,000 |
Fees Payable in Both Semesters
| Particulars | Amount |
|---|---|
| Course Registration | ₹1,600 |
| Tuition | ₹5,000 |
| IT Charges | ₹300 |
| Security Charges | ₹300 |
| Games | ₹600 |
| Common Room | ₹150 |
| Library | ₹500 |
| Laboratory | ₹1,650 |
| Examination | ₹1,500 |
| Medical | ₹600 |
| Students’ Welfare | ₹300 |
| Energy Charge | ₹200 |
Semester Fee
Total of 1st Semester – 1st Year: ₹25,500
Total of 1st Semester – Consecutive Years: ₹12,700
Total of 2nd Semester: ₹12,700
The fees and charges are subject to revision as per university regulations.
Hostel Fee Structure
Separate hostel facilities are available for male and female students at various locations.
However, admission to the academic programme does not automatically guarantee hostel accommodation. Hostel allotment depends on availability and requires payment of the prescribed hostel fees.
Hostel Dues
| Particulars | 1st Semester | 2nd Semester |
|---|---|---|
| Admission | ₹1,500 | — |
| Seat Rent | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| Electricity Charge | ₹2,750 | ₹2,750 |
| Establishment Charge | ₹2,750 | ₹2,750 |
| Hostel Caution Money – Refundable/Adjustable | ₹1,500 | — |
| Total | ₹11,800 | ₹8,800 |
Mess dues are extra.
The Information Bulletin also states that students should anticipate a minimum monthly expenditure towards mess charges.
Seat Reservation
Assam Agricultural University provides reservation of seats for eligible candidates under applicable categories.
The Information Bulletin includes provisions for:
- Scheduled Caste (SC)
- Scheduled Tribe – Plains and Hills (STP/STH)
- Other Backward Classes / More Other Backward Classes (OBC/MOBC)
- Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)
- Designated quota for persons with specified disabilities
Candidates claiming reservation benefits must submit the required certificates issued by the competent authority.
For OBC/MOBC reservation, the applicable certificate from the competent authority is required. The bulletin also mentions reservation provisions for communities including Tea Garden Labourer (TGL), Moran, Motak, Koch Rajbongshi, Tai Ahom and Chutia as per the applicable state reservation policy.
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Documents to Be Produced in Original at Admission
Candidates must produce the required original documents at the time of reporting/admission, including:
- HSLC marksheet and certificate
- Proof of birth
- Seat reservation certificate, wherever applicable
- Permanent Residence Certificate
- Medical Certificate
- Other relevant certificates/documents as required
All candidates must submit the prescribed medical fitness certificate from a registered Government practitioner.
Final Words
Assam Agricultural University has invited applications for its Diploma in Agriculture and Diploma in Horticulture programmes for the 2026-27 academic session. There are 25 seats in Diploma in Agriculture at Biswanath College of Agriculture, Biswanath Chariali and 25 seats in Diploma in Horticulture at the College of Horticulture & Farming System Research, Nalbari.
Candidates who have passed Class 10/HSLC/SSC/Matriculation and satisfy the required marks and age criteria can apply online.
The AAU Diploma Admission 2026 application process will remain open from 1 October 2026 to 25 October 2026, with an application fee of ₹500.
Candidates are strongly advised to read the complete official Information Bulletin and submit the application carefully before the deadline.
