Auniati University is a private university which began in 2023 through the Auniati University Act (Assam Act No. XXXIX of 2022) and was established under Sri Sri Auniati satra, Majuli in Assam, one of the biggest Vaishnavite monasteries in the state that sprang up following the bhakti movement headed by Mahapurush Sri Sri Shankaradeva, Damodardev, Harideva, Madhabdeva and other Bhakti Saints of Assam in the early 16th century.
Based on the traditional Indian ideals inspired by Satriya culture, Auniati University aims to provide a cutting-edge education in the 64 kalas which encompass science, medicine, technology as well as creation of a research environment responsive to social, cultural and moral needs of society. This institution was initiated by ‘Auniati Socio-cultural and Educational Development Trust’ under Sri Auniati Satra with its head office at Majuli, Assam.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Private Cultural University |
| Established | 2022–2023 (via Assam Act XXXIX of 2022) |
| Location | Teok, Jorhat, Assam |
| Chancellor | Dr. Sri Sri Pitambar Dev Goswami |
| Academics | Wide variety including Ph.D., UG, PG, diploma, etc. |
| Unique Focus | Blend of traditional (Satra) values with modern curriculum |
| Campuses | Main (Teok), Majuli, North Guwahati |
| Facilities | Arts instruments, library/museums, sports (developing) |
| Contact | Address & phone as above |
Auniati University offers various courses across multiple disciplines. The application process generally involves the following steps:
Eligibility Check: Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for the desired course. Each program may have specific requirements regarding educational qualifications.
Online Application Form:
Application Fee: Pay the application fee through the available online payment options.
Submission: Review all entered information and submit the application form.
Confirmation: After submission, you will receive a confirmation email or message regarding your application status.
Admission Process:
The admission process at Auniati University follows these steps:
Sri Sri Duttadeva Goswami Constituent Campus (Majuli):
Specializes in traditional Satriya performing arts with six-month certificate and one-year diploma courses in music and dance, plus a newly introduced Bachelor’s in Mass Communication. It also houses the Museum of Auniati Satra, featuring cultural artifacts like royal garments, manuscripts, and antique jewelry .
Sri Sri Hemchandra Deva Goswami Constituent Campus (North Guwahati):
Nestled near the Brahmaputra and local pilgrimage sites, this campus offers facilities such as classrooms, library, museum, auditoriums, cultural gallery, playgrounds, and guest house. It provides certificate courses, doctoral programs, and upcoming UG/PG and diploma offerings.
Auniati University offers a wide array of undergraduate, postgraduate, integrated M.A., diploma, certificate, and Ph.D. programs across various disciplines .
Courses are offered in fields such as:
Performing Arts, Folklore
Journalism & Mass Communication
Physical Education, Sociology
Assamese, Tea & Agro Studies, Computer Science
English, Political Science, History
Education, Philosophy, Anthropology
Economics, Geography, Library Science
Total fee for programs like M.A. (Performing Arts – Vocal Music, MA Assamese, etc.): approximately ₹45,000 for the entire two-year duration.
PG Diploma in Tea Plantation and Management: total fee is around ₹45,000 for the one-year course.
Fee per semester across various Ph.D. disciplines (e.g., Performing Arts, Sociology, English, etc.): ₹40,000 per semester. Typically, this spans six semesters (approximately three years total)
General diploma programs (like Performing Arts, Mass Communication & Journalism, Physical Education, Computer Applications, etc.): ₹10,000 per semester.
Diploma in Tea and Agro Studies: ₹20,000 per semester.
