Top Private Universities in Assam

Manashjyoti Hazarika
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Top Private Universities in Assam

Top Private Universities in Assam – Private universities in Assam have grown rapidly over the past two decades, emerging as important contributors to the state’s higher education sector. They provide alternatives to public institutions by offering modern facilities, diverse courses, and a stronger focus on skill-based and industry-oriented training. Their expansion has helped meet the increasing demand for higher education and reduced the need for students to migrate outside the state.

Today, there are a number of top private universities in Assam. Don Bosco University, is the first private university in Assam, noted for its research orientation and global collaborations. Royal Global University (RGU) in Guwahati has become a leading institution, offering more than 130 programs in fields such as law, business, design, and health sciences. Kaziranga University specializes in engineering, management, and social sciences, while Assam Down Town University is well known for applied sciences, pharmacy, and paramedical education. Recently established universities like Girijananda Chowdhury University and Auniati University add further diversity to Assam’s private education landscape.

However, there is also some skepticism directed at some of these private universities. It is because many lack the academic depth and experienced faculty. Some are accused of prioritizing profit over quality, with high fees and limited recognition of degrees. Affordability remains a major barrier for rural and economically weaker students.

Here we take a look at some of the top private universities in Assam, how to get admission, and much more . So, keep reading.

List of Top Private Universities in Assam 2025

S.NoName of InstitutionDistrictYear of Establishment
1Assam Don Bosco University
Visit – Official Website		Kamrup Metropolitan2008
2Assam Down Town University
Visit – Official Website		Kamrup Metropolitan2010
3Assam Royal Global University
Visit – Official Website		Kamrup Metropolitan2013
4The Assam Kaziranga University
Visit – Official Website		Jorhat2012
5Krishnaguru Adhyatmik Visvavidyalaya
Visit – Official Website		Barpeta2017
6Mahapurusha Srimanta Sankaradeva Viswavidyalaya
Visit – Official Website		Nagaon2013

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Top Private Universities in Assam – India Today Rankings 2023

Name of the InstituteIndia Today Ranking 2023
Assam Don Bosco University (ADBU)39
Assam Down Town University (ADTU)43
Royal Global University46

Top Private Universities in Assam – NIRF Rankings 2025

The NIRF Ranking 2025 is now out.

The University category included the list of the top 100 universities in the country. However, none of the private universities in Assam managed to secure a rank in the list.

This shows that there is still some way to go before the private universities of Assam can really be regarded as truly good universities. 

Also, with none of the private universities in Assam making it to the list of top universities published by the NIRF, it leaves doubts in the minds of students as to how to gauge the quality of these institutes.

For instance, there is no directly available data to compare a Don Bosco University with a Royal Global University, or Mahapurusha Srimanta Sankaradeva Viswavidyalaya with Don Bosco University.

Consequently, in the absence of clear data, the student must make a judgement purely based on gut instincts and peer feedback.

Top Private Universities in Assam – Admission Process

InstituteApplication Portal
Assam Downtown UniversityClick Here
Assam Don Bosco UniversityClick Here
Assam Royal Global UniversityClick Here
The Assam Kaziranga UniversityClick Here
Krishnaguru Adhyatmik VisvavidyalayaClick Here
Mahapurusha Srimanta Sankaradeva ViswavidyalayaClick Here

Higher Education Landscape of Northeast India

The higher education landscape in Northeast India has undergone significant transformation in recent decades, reflecting both challenges and opportunities unique to the region. Comprising eight states – Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, and Tripura – the region is home to a diverse mix of public and private institutions, including central universities, state universities, deemed universities, and specialized institutes. Assam, being the educational hub, hosts prestigious institutions like Gauhati University, Assam University, and the IIT Guwahati, while other states have gained prominence with institutions such as North Eastern Hill University (NEHU) in Meghalaya and NITs across the region.

The expansion of higher education has been supported by central initiatives like the North Eastern Region Vision 2020 and programs of the University Grants Commission (UGC). Professional and technical education is also growing, with medical, agricultural, and management institutes emerging. 

However, challenges persist: inadequate infrastructure, faculty shortages, limited research output, and accessibility issues due to geography and socio-political factors. 

Despite this, the region has immense potential, enriched by its cultural diversity, strategic location, and growing aspirations of youth. Strengthening connectivity, research collaboration, and skill-based education will be key to unlocking Northeast India’s role as an emerging knowledge hub.

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IIM Selection Process 2026 – Application Open, Exam Date, Interview

Priyanka Dubey
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IIM Selection Process 2026 – Application Open, Exam Date, Interview

IIM Selection Process 2026 – The admission process of IIMs for the MBA 2026 batch has commenced. The CAT 2025 application form is currently open from August 1 to September 20, 2025.

Admission to the IIMs is a multi-stage process.

The 1st stage is the CAT 2025 entrance exam. CAT scores are used by IIMs to shortlist candidates for an next stage, which may include – Writing Ability Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interviews (PI).

Candidates who meet the CAT-cut off 2025 prepared by respective IIMs will be invited for the interview. Call Letters will be sent to the candidate’s email ID. The shortlist will also be published on the IIMs admission portal. The FINAL selection to the IIMs will be based on CAT score, interview performance, and other factors like academic performance, work experience, gender and academic diversity, etc.

The detailed and step-wise IIM admission process 2026 through CAT is explained below.

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IIM Selection Process 2026 – Key Features

ParticularsDescription
Stages of IIM Admission-cum Selection Process The IIM selection process 2026 will comprise the following stages:

Step 1 – Conduct of CAT 2025 entrance exam
Step 2 – Shortlisting of candidates for WAT/ GD/PI
Step 3 – Preparation of Merit List based on composite score
When will the CAT 2025 exam be conducted?November 30, 2025
CAT 2025 exam portalClick Here
Documents to be submitted during WAT/GD-PI RoundThe candidate must submit original and self-attested copies of the following documents: 

Marksheets of Class X, XII, and Graduation 
Caste Certificate (if applicable)
PwD Certificate (if applicable)

Note: Candidates appearing in the final exam of bachelor’s degree or equivalent must obtain a certificate from the institute certifying the candidate has obtained 50% marks (45% for SC, ST, and PwD candidates) in the preceding exams.
Deadline for submission of marksheets and pass certificateDecember 31, 2025
IIM Admission ParametersCAT score
Class X, XII, and Graduation Marks
WAT/GD-PI
Academic Diversity
Gender Diversity
Work Experience

Note: The weight assigned to each of the above-mentioned parameters differs across IIMs, and each institute calculates the composite score independently.
IIM Joint Admission Process (JAP) 2026 for MBA AdmissionsJoint Admission Process (JAP) 2026 is a combined counseling and seat allotment process for:

 
IIM Kashipur

IIM Raipur (Coordinator)

IIM Ranchi

IIM Tiruchirappalli


Students now don’t have to apply separately to the above institutes, as JAP is a single application and seat-allotment portal.


Note: It remains to be seen if more institutes join JAP.

IIM Selection and Admission Process 

Admission to the IIMs is based on CAT scores. But along with the CAT scores, the IIMs will also have further admission rounds like WAT, GD, PI, etc.

IIM admission process includes the following steps.

  1. Stage 1 – Declaration of CAT Result 
  2. Stage 2 – Release of SHORTLIST by the IIMs
  3. Stage 3 – Interview Stage
  4. Stage 4 – FINAL selection and Eligibility Verification

Stage 1 – Declaration of CAT result

The results of the CAT exam will be declared within a few weeks of the exam. The results can be checked online at iimcat.ac.in. You can download the CAT scorecard by entering your application number and password.

The CAT scorecard will contain details like the candidate’s name, registration number, sectional score, overall score, sectional percentile, and overall percentile. 

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Stage 2 – Release of SHORTLIST by the IIMs

The IIMs will shortlist candidates for the interview stage based on their own criteria, which may be independent of each other.

The IIMs will release institute-wise CAT cut-offs for the interview.

The list of shortlisted candidates will be published on the respective websites of the concerned IIMs. Interview Call Letters will also be sent to the registered email IDs of shortlisted candidates.

The invitation letter will include a registration link and deadline to complete the CAP registration. It will also contain the interview date, time, and venue.

Candidates who meet the CAT cut-off for an institute (or IIM), will have to apply for admission to that institute through their admission portals.

Stage 3 – Interview Stage

Next, shortlisted candidates have to appear in the interview.

The interview may include the following tests:

  • Writing Ability Test (WAT)
  • Group Discussion (GD) 
  • Personal Interviews (PI)

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Stage 4 – FINAL selection and Eligibility Verification

The final selection of candidates for admission to the IIMs will be based on the following factors:

  • CAT merit rank
  • Performance of the candidate in the INTERVIEW, which may include Writing Ability Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interviews (PI)

In addition, the IIMs may use other factors such as the previous academic performance of the candidates, relevant work experience, gender and academic diversity. 

Note that the processes, academic cut-offs and the weights allocated to the evaluation parameters may vary across IIMs.

So, the candidate is recommended to refer to the admissions policies of individual IIMs on their respective websites. 

Finally, candidates who are shortlisted for interview by an IIM, must get the following documents verified:

  • Marksheets
  • Degree Certificate

How is composite score calculated for FINAL selection at IIMs?

The composite score for final selection to the MBA program will be based on the following parameters.

IIM Admission ParameterDescription
CAT scoreOverall CAT percentile.
Graduation ScoreThe aggregate percentage obtained in a three-year degree course or equivalent.
10+2 scoreAggregate percentage obtained in Class 12 or equivalent 
Class 10 ScoreAggregate percentage obtained in Class 10 or equivalent 
WAT, GD, and PIThe performance of the candidate in each test component will be given specific weightage
Academic DiversityCandidates from non-engineering backgrounds will be given extra points to ensure fair representation. The points awarded in this category may vary for each campus.
Gender DiversityExtra points to be awarded to female and transgender candidates. Again, the points awarded may vary for each campus.
Work ExperienceExtra points (from 1-5) to be allocated for prior work experience. 

Note: The weightage given to each of the above parameters may vary from one IIM to the other.

Read (Official) – IIM Ahmedabad Shortlisting and Selection Criteria for PGP

Where to check List of Shortlisted Candidates for Next Level of Selection

The list of candidates shortlisted for the next level of selection will be published on the admission portal of the respective IIMs.

The CAT 2026 participating IIM will send interview letters to the shortlisted candidates directly. But note that the criteria for shortlisting candidates may vary across IIMs. So, you are recommended to visit the admission websites of the respective IIMs for detailed information.

Documents required for IIM Interview & Admission

The candidate must originals of the following documents when reporting for the interview:

  • Marksheet and Degree Certificates of all semesters/ years
  • Eligibility Documents – including caste certificate, birth certificate, PwD certificate, etc.
  • The candidate must also bring attested copies of these documents.

Further, if a candidate is selected for admission, he or she must submit the above documents at the time of joining the academic program.

NID DAT Exam Analysis 2026 – Difficulty Level, Paper Length, Expected Cut-off, Detailed Insights

Priyanka Dubey
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NID DAT Exam Analysis 2026 – Difficulty Level, Paper Length, Expected Cut-off, Detailed Insights

NID DAT Exam Analysis 2026: The National Institute of Design (NID) will conduct the NID DAT 2026 (Prelims) exam on December 21, 2025. The analysis of the DAT Prelims exam will be available here soon after the conclusion of the exam.

The DAT Prelims exam analysis will covers insights like the sectional and overall difficulty, expected cut-off, paper length, good attempts, weightage of topics, and specific questions asked.

According to students who appeared in the NID DAT (Prelims) 2025 exam, the overall difficulty level of DAT Prelims was easy to moderate. The paper was lengthy according to some candidates. Among the sections, the drawing section was challenging, but still not very difficult. Candidates needed some out-of-the-box thinking and presence of mind to solve questions in this section.

Keep reading to learn the full details of NID DAT 2026 (Prelims) exam analysis for the B.Des and M.Des courses.

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NID DAT 2026 Important Dates

EventDates
NID DAT 2026 (Prelims) examDecember 21, 2025
NID DAT 2026 Prelims Exam AnalysisDecember 21, 2025
Declaration of NID DAT 2026 (Prelims) resultsB.Des – April 7, 2026
M.Des – February 17, 2026
DAT Prelims result recheck windowB.Des – April 7-8, 2026
M.Des – February 17-18, 2026

NID DAT 2025 Exam Analysis and Student Reaction

The detailed analysis of the NID DAT 2025 (Prelims) exam is given below for the reference of the candidate.

Key Takeaways of the NID DAT 2025 exam

  1. The general consensus was that the NID DAT 2025 question paper was well-balanced.
  2. Questions were asked from a wide range of topics to check the overall skill and ability of the candidate
  3. The candidate was given tasks wherein they had to create posters and describe a situation (scene)
  4. With a few exceptions, questions were mostly easy.
  5. The drawing section was lengthy. 
  6. In one drawing question, the candidate was required to sketch a poster of a crow trying to drink juice.
  7. While the drawing questions weren’t particularly difficult, the candidate had to use out-of-the-box thinking and find creative solutions.
  8. One drawing question required the candidate to design a game based on a given paragraph.
  9. A candidate shared that the NID DAT 2025 drawing section was a bit on the difficult side, making it essential for candidates to approach a new and out-of-the-box approach. Despite the difficulty, she managed to complete the paper well before the allotted time.

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 B.Des DAT Prelims 2025 – Difficulty Level, Topics, Important Takeaways 

SectionsDifficulty LevelTopics CoveredImportant Points
Part AEasyFigure Counting, Current Affairs, Cubes and Dice, Government Schemes, Business Awareness, and LogosA majority of questions were asked from the Verbal section. 
Very few questions were asked from the GK section (around 4-5 questions were asked).
Part BModerateTextures, Bird’s eye view, Color TheoryThe section was quite lengthy and so-management was key to perform well in the paper.
A majority of questions were asked from the Creative Ability section.
OverallEasy to Moderate–The paper was of moderate difficulty level. Many students found the paper to be lengthy.
A majority of questions were asked to evaluate coloring and problem-solving skills.
Good time management skills was required to complete the paper.

NID DAT 2024 Exam Analysis

The exam analysis for the B.Des DAT Prelims and M.Des DAT Prelims for the academic session 2024-25 are given below.

DAT Prelims 2024 (B.Des) Exam Analysis 

Dhruv, appearing in the B.Des exam for the first time, found the exam easy but time-consuming, particularly the creative section, which was quite lengthy. He also anticipated a higher cut-off this year, given the overall ease of the paper.

Shivani, who took the B.Des exam, felt that the MCQ section was straightforward. It included questions about mountain dwellers, fashion models, and similar topics.

Rahul, also appearing for the B.Des exam, said that all the sections were quite easy. So, he is expecting the cut-off to be higher this year. 

Meenakshi, from Laksmi Nagar, said that checking was strict. Candidates were made to go through strict protocols to ensure there was no illegal activity happening inside the exam.

Reedhima, another candidate, said that the NID DAT 2025 question paper wasn’t that lengthy and that she was able to complete the paper on time. Many questions were asked from visual interpretation, statement questions, different forms of artwork, and material knowledge. 

Jyothi, echoing the sentiments of Reedhima, also said that the question paper was not very lengthy. According to her, the questions were such that students got the license to be creative while answering the question. He rated the paper as moderate and predicted the cut-off to be in the average.

B.Des DAT Prelims 2024 – Difficulty Level, Topics 

PartDifficulty LevelTopics
Part I (Aptitude)EasyGK, Sustainable Development, G20 Summit, Reasoning
Part II (Drawing)ModerateConscious Buying, Posture Drawing, Slow Fashion
OverallEasy to Moderate

DAT Prelims 2024 (M.Des) Exam Analysis 

According to a majority of students who took the M.Des NID DAT exam, the question paper was easy, though a few felt that the paper was a bit lengthy. The overall difficulty level was easy to moderate, and the expected cut-off for the “Product” section was predicted to be around 40-45. 

The DAT Prelims question paper had two parts: Part A lasted 15 minutes, while Part B spanned 135 minutes and included 9 questions.

When asked if self-preparation was enough to crack the NID DAT exam, many candidates answered in the affirmative.

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NID DAT  2025 Toppers

The list of NID DAT toppers will be updated here after NID DAT 2025 final results are declared. The topper list will include details like the name of the topper, merit rank and score, their native place, etc.

Importantly, we will also bring you NID DAT 2025 Topper Interviews.

The NID DAT 2025 (FINAL) results will be prepared by giving weightage to DAT Prelims and DAT Mains exams.

B.Des NID DAT 2025 Test Components and Weightage

Exam ComponentDAT PrelimsDAT Mains
Weightage40%60%

M.Des NID DAT 2025 Test Components and Weightage

Exam ComponentDAT PrelimsDAT Mains
Studio TestPersonal Interview
Weightage30%40%30%

Note that the candidates who qualify in the DAT Prelims exam must appear in DAT Mains.

Declaration of DAT Prelims results

The National Institute of Design declared NID DAT 2025 (Prelims) results for the M.Des program on February 17, 2025. Prelims results for the B.Des program will be declared on April 1, 2025.

To check their results, the candidate must log into the result portal using their email ID and date of birth.

NID Study Material 2026 – Recommended Section-wise Books, Study Tips, Online Resources

Manashjyoti Hazarika
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NID Study Material 2026 – Recommended Section-wise Books, Study Tips, Online Resources

NID Study Material 2026 – If you are preparing for the NID DAT 2026 exam, ensure that the study material is top grade.

One can benefit greatly by consulting NID DAT 2026 best books as they will have very few to no errors, follow the updated NID DAT 2026 exam syllabus, explain the concepts in simple and easily understandable language, contain practice sets, etc.

So, using good study material can make NID DAT 2026 exam-preparation effective, easy and also fun.

On the other hand, if the NID study material is poor, your efforts won’t bear the same fruits. In fact, if the study material is really poor, it can really sink your prospects of doing well in the NID DAT 2026 exam. 

It is therefore highly recommended that you use the NID DAT 2026 best books recommended by experts and toppers to prepare for the Design Aptitude Test.

Keep reading to learn the full details about the NID DAT 2026 best books.

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Update on the NID DAT 2026 exam

The National Institute of Design (NID) will conduct the DAT Prelims exam on December 21, 2025. The application form for NID DAT 2026 is open from September 11 to December 1, 2025.

Candidates who meet the prescribed eligibility criteria must apply before the last date.

DAT Prelims will be conducted as a paper-and-pencil/pen test. The NID DAT 2026 question paper may include both textual and visual-type questions.

NID Study Material 2026 – Section-wise Best Books

Book TypeRecommended BooksWhy you should buy it?
Design-Specific BooksNID DAT Preparation Guide by R. S. AggarwalA comprehensive guide tailored for NID DAT exam that covers both theory and practice questions
NID Entrance Exam Guide by Surendra KavimandanIncludes tips for cracking the NID DAT exam
How to Crack NID by D. MittalA detailed book with solved papers, mock tests, and design-related concepts.
General Design and Creativity BooksDesign Drawing by Francis D.K. ChingA great resource for improving drawing and visualization skills
The Design of Everyday Things by Don NormanA must-read for understanding design principles and user-centered design.
Drawing for Designers by Alan PipesHelps develop sketching and conceptualization skills.
Aptitude and Problem-Solving BooksQuantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by R. S. AggarwalUseful for strengthening logical and numerical reasoning skills.
A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning by R. S. AggarwalCovers reasoning topics that are often part of the NID DAT.
Art and Drawing Practice BooksYou Can Draw in 30 Days by Mark KistlerA beginner-friendly book to improve drawing skills quickly.
Perspective Made Easy by Ernest R. NorlingHelps in understanding perspective drawing
Rendering in Pen and Ink by Arthur L. GuptillA classic book for mastering shading and rendering techniques.
Previous Years’ NID DAT Question Papers and Mock TestsNID DAT Previous Years’ Solved Papers by Arihant Experts
Online Mock Tests and Sample PapersWebsites like Mosaic Institute of Design, BRDS, and Design Aspirants offer mock tests and practice papers.
GK and Current AffairsRead newspapers daily for current affairs
For static GK, read any good GK book for NID exam
Manorama Yearbook
General Knowledge Digest
EnglishThe Ultimate Guide for NIFT/NID/IIFT Entrance Exam by Arihant
Additional ResourcesDesign Basics by David A. Lauer and Stephen PentakCovers fundamental design principles and concepts.
Creative Confidence by Tom Kelley and David KelleyInspires creative thinking and innovation, which are key for the NID DAT.
YouTube Channels and Online Tutorials

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Why follow the best books for NID DAT 2026 Exam Preparation?

Here we give you ten reasons why you must invest in good study material to prepare for the NID DAT 2026 exam. Read on.

  1. Follow the NID DAT 2026 Exam Pattern and Syllabus – Recommended books like “NID DAT Preparation Guide” by R. S. Aggarwal or “NID Entrance Exam Guide” by Surendra Kavimandan are suited to the NID DAT exam pattern and syllabus.

Consequently, these books can help you understand what to expect in both Part A (aptitude test) and Part B (design and drawing test).

  1. Build Design Concepts – Books like “The Design of Everyday Things” by Don Norman or “Design Basics” by David A. Lauer introduce you to fundamental design principles, such as balance, proportion, color theory, and user-centered design.

These concepts are crucial for solving design-related problems that are asked in the NID DAT exam.

  1. Improve Drawing and Sketching Skills – The NID Design Aptitude Test will evaluate your ability to sketch and visualize ideas. Books like “Drawing for Designers” by Alan Pipes or “You Can Draw in 30 Days” by Mark Kistler will help you develop your drawing skills, perspective, shading, and rendering techniques.

Make sure that you practice regularly using these resources so that you can quickly and effectively express your ideas on paper during the exam.

  1. Harness Creativity and Innovation – Books like “Creative Confidence” by Tom Kelley and David Kelley will inspire and help you to think outside the box and develop innovative solutions, which is a key aspect of the NID DAT.

These books are designed to help you approach problems with a fresh perspective and a fresh pair of eyes.

  1. Practice with Solved Papers and Mock Tests – The candidate must solve NID DAT sample papers to improve their time-management and problem-solving skills. When solving sample papers, make sure that you are solving different types of questions, and not repeating the same question type over and over again. Also, you can start solving sample papers very early on in your NID DAT exam preparation; for instance, after completing a chapter, solve the related questions given in the NID sample papers. Mock tests, meanwhile, are suited closer to the exam to give final touches to one’s exam preparation.
  1. Develop Observational and Analytical Skills – The NID DAT tests your ability to observe, analyze, and interpret scenarios. So, you need to sharpen these skills. Quantitative Aptitude” by R. S. Aggarwal is one of the best books for this purpose. Additionally, the book will also help you prepare for the logical and analytical questions in Part A of the exam.
  1. Stay Updated about Design Trends – Reading design-related books will ensure you are updated about the current trends, famous designers, etc. Also, read up a bit on design history. These details can be useful for both the written test and the interview/portfolio round. For example, “The Design of Everyday Things” provides insights into how design impacts daily life, a topic often explored in the exam.
  1. Stay confident and relaxed – Being well-prepared with the right resources will help you build your confidence while keeping exam-related stress at bay. It is recommended that you stay in the present rather than day-dreaming and waking up to unbearable stress the next!
  1. Master time management – Remember, all your effort will go up in flames if you are not able to complete the paper or have to miss out on easy questions because you have run out of time. The NID DAT is a lengthy exam, and you need to prepare for that. Use books with practice questions and mock tests to learn how to allocate time effectively between sections.
  1. Prepare for the Portfolio Round – The books mentioned above are primarily focused on the written exam, but will also indirectly help you build a strong portfolio by improving your design thinking, sketching, and presentation skills. Remember – A good portfolio is essential for the second stage (DAT Mains) of the NID admission process.

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NID Participating Institutes 2026 – List of Colleges, Seat Intake, Reservation, Admission Process

Manashjyoti Hazarika
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NID Participating Institutes 2026 – List of Colleges, Seat Intake, Reservation, Admission Process

NID DAT Participating Institutes 2026 – The National Institute of Design (NID) will conduct the NID DAT 2026 exam on December 21, 2025. The application form of NID DAT 2026 is open from Sept 11- December 1, 2025.

The NID DAT 2026 participating colleges offer B.Des and M.Des courses. Admission to these courses will be strictly on the basis of NID DAT 2026 merit ranks. Scores of other entrance exams, like NIFT 2026, UCEED 2026, etc., will not be considered.

Allotment will be based on NID DAT 2026 exam merit rank, with higher ranked candidates to be given preference during the seat-allotment process.

NID will conduct an online, centralized NID DAT 2026 counseling for the participating institutes. NID participating institutes currently offer 425 seats for the B.Des program and 347 seats for the M.Des program.

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NID DAT Participating Institutes 2026 – Key Features

ParticularsDescription
What are NID DAT participating colleges?The NID DAT 2026 participating colleges will offer admission to their B.Des/ M.Des courses only through the NID DAT 2026 exam.


Also, the counseling for these institutes will be conducted by the National Institute of Design.


The counseling process will be held online as a centralized seat-allotment process.
What are NID DAT score-accepting institutes?These types of institutes will merely accept NID DAT 2026 scores for admitting candidates to the UG/ PG design courses.


They will, however, not participate in counseling conducted by NID. Instead, the score-accepting institutes will conduct institute-wise counseling.


Further, result-accepting colleges may also accept scores of other exams, like NIFT, UCEED, etc., for admission purposes.


Note that NID participating colleges, on the other hand, will not accept scores of other exams.
Courses offered by NID participating collegesThe participating colleges offer the following courses:

Bachelor of DesignMaster of DesignPhD in Design
Admission ProcessBased on NID DAT 2026 merit rank

Note: NID participating colleges will not accept scores of other entrance exams, including NIFT, UCEED, CEED, etc.
Counseling and seat allotmentThe National Institute of Design will conduct online, centralized counseling for allotment of seats.
Seat IntakeB.Des – 425 seats
M.Des – 347 seats
Admission portal Click Here

NID DAT Participating Institute 2026 – Where to Study B.Des, Seat Intake

The B.Des program has a combined intake of 425 seats and is available at five NID campuses.

S. NoNID 2025 Participating InstituteSeat Intake
1NID Ahmedabad125
2NID Assam75
3NID Haryana75
4NID Madhya Pradesh75
5NID Andhra Pradesh75
Total425

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NID DAT Participating Institute 2026 – Reservation of seats (B.Des)

The category-wise reservation of seats for the B.Des program at various campuses is given below.

Name of the InstituteTotal seatsGEN-EWS(10%)OBC-NCL(27%)SC(15%)ST(7.5%)
NID Ahmedabad1251334199
NID Andhra Pradesh75820116
NID Haryana75820116
NID Madhya Pradesh75820116
NID Assam75820116
Total425451146333

NID Ahmedabad – B.Des Seat Intake

The faculty-wise seat intake for the B.Des program at NID Ahmedabad is given below.

Faculty of Industrial Design

DisciplineSeat Intake
Ceramic & Glass Design13
Furniture & Interior Design13
Product Design19

Faculty of Communication Design

DisciplineSeat Intake
Animation Film Design19
Exhibition Design13
Film & Video Communication13
Graphic Design19

Faculty of Textile, Apparel, Lifestyle, and Accessory Design

DisciplineSeat Intake
Textile Design19

NID Andhra Pradesh – B.Des Seat Intake

DisciplineSeat Intake
Communication Design25
Industrial Design25
Textile and Apparel Design25

NID Assam – B.Des Seat Intake

DisciplineSeat Intake
Communication Design25
Industrial Design25
Textile and Apparel Design25

NID Madhya Pradesh – B.Des Seat Intake

DisciplineSeat Intake
Communication Design25 + Supernumerary Seats*
Industrial Design25 + Supernumerary Seats*
Textile and Apparel Design25 + Supernumerary Seats*

*The total intake is 86 students, which will include 11 (4+4+3) overseas candidates. 

NID Haryana – B.Des Seat Intake

DisciplineSeat Intake
Communication Design25
Industrial Design25
Textile and Apparel Design25

NID Ahmedabad – B.Des Seat Intake

DisciplineSeat Intake
Communication Design25
Industrial Design25
Textile and Apparel Design25

NID DAT Participating Institute 2026 – Institute-wise M.Des Seat Intake

S.NoNID CampusSeat Intake
1NID Ahmedabad126
2NID Gandhinagar126
3NID Bengaluru95
Total Intake347

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NID DAT Participating College 2026 – Admission Process

Admission to the B.Des and M.Des courses offered by NID participating institutes will be based on NID DAT 2026 merit rank, which will be prepared by giving weightage to the DAT Prelims and DAT Mains exams.

Candidates will be shortlisted for DAT Mains based on their DAT Prelims performance. The qualifying status can be check on the NID DAT 2026 (Prelims) scorecard.

NID DAT 2026 Exam Components and Weightage

B.Des

DAT Prelims – 40%
DAT Mains – 60%

M.Des

DAT Prelims – 30%
DAT Mains – 70%

North Lakhimpur College Admission 2025 – Application Form, Eligibility, Seats, Merit List

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North Lakhimpur College Admission 2025 – Application Form, Eligibility, Seats, Merit List

North Lakhimpur College Admission 2025 – North Lakhimpur College offers UG, PG, Integrated, PG Diploma, and Certificate courses.

20% of seats for BA and BSc courses will be filled up on the basis of the CUET 2025 score and the remaining 80% seats on the basis of 10+2 marks. North Lakhimpur College application form 2025 is now closed for UG and five-year integrated master’s program.

The application had to be submitted through eSamarth portal (including by CUET 2025 qualified candidates). The candidate had to apply through the Assam Samarth Admission Portal 2025. Do consult North Lakhimpur College Admission 2025 eligibility criteria before applying.

PG Admission: The North Lakhimpur 2025 application form for PG admission was open from June 2 to June 25, 2025. Admission to all PG courses will be through an entrance exam. The entrance exam was conducted on June 28, 2025. Meanwhile, the North Lakhimpur College 2025 merit list was published on July 1, 2025.

The North Lakhimpur PG entrance exam is of 2 hours duration and 50 marks. To prepare the PG merit list, 50% weightage will be given to both the entrance exam and qualifying exam marks.

Further, entrance exams will also be conducted for all integrated courses – M.A./M.Sc. (ITPG) courses. The syllabus for the integrated entrance exam will be the syllabus of class XII of the particular subject.

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North Lakhimpur College – History and NAAC Accreditation 

North Lakhimpur College is an autonomous institution of higher education in the North Eastern state of Assam. Established in 1952, the college has been awarded ‘A’ grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). The college campus is spread across an area of 25 acres of land. It currently offers bachelors and masters programs in various subjects. The combined intake capacity for these programs is 1383 seats.

Additionally, it also offers a slew of PG Diploma and Certificate courses, especially for students who want to do a short-term course.

North Lakhimpur College – Overview

ParticularsDescription
Institute Type Autonomous 
NAAC AccreditationA
Name of the admission processNorth Lakhimpur College Admission 2025
Courses coveredUndergraduate, Postgraduate, PG Diploma, and Certificate courses
North Lakhimpur College Admission 2025 Merit List (OUT) for:

Non-CUET (UG) 2025 Admission (Round 1 & 2)

Download Here
SeatsBachelor = 1090
Masters = 293
Admission ProcessBachelor courses – 20% seats will be filled based on CUET 2025 merit. Remaining 80% seats will be based on 10+2 marks.

PG Courses – Admission will be through an Entrance Exam 

Integrated courses – All candidates must appear in an Entrance Examination
Prospectus 2025Download NLC 2024 Admission Prospectus
PrincipalDr. Biman Ch. Chetia
AddressKhelmati, Lakhimpur, Assam-787031
ContactPhone: +91- 3752-222174, +91- 3752-232691, 9435086753 
Email: nlcollege.autonomous@gmail.com
North Lakhimpur College Official Websitehttps://nlc.ac.in
Top engineering entrance exam in AssamAssam CEE 2025
Other popular college admission in North LakhimpurLakhimpur Girls’ College Admission

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North Lakhimpur College – Courses, seat intake, mode of admission 

CourseSeat intakeMode of Admission
Bachelor of Arts (BA)67020% seats will be filled based on CUET 2025 merit. Remaining 80% seats will be based on 10+2 marks.

No entrance exam will be conducted.
Bachelor of Science (BSc)42020% seats will be filled based on CUET 2025 merit. Remaining 80% seats will be based on 10+2 marks.

No entrance exam will be conducted.
Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)4010+2 level Examination passed with Mathematics securing at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC students)
MA in Assamese33Entrance exam
Note: Ranked holders (1-10) from any university are eligible for direct admission
MA in Political Science33Entrance exam
MSc in Chemistry15Entrance exam
MSc in Electronics14Entrance exam
MA in Mass Communication20Entrance exam
Certificate Course on Women’s Studies 
A 6-month course		100UG/PG
Course on Humanities
UGC Sponsored Foundation Course in Human Rights and Duties		45UG
Certificate Course on Gandhian Thought40UG
Certificate Course on Analytical and Computational Chemistry50UG
Certificate Course on Fish Rearing & Breeding
A 1-year course		UG
Certificate Course in Yoga50UG/ PG
Diploma Course in Yoga5010+2

North Lakhimpur College – Course-wise Eligibility for Admission 

The North Lakhimpur College Admission eligibility criteria for admission to various courses offered by North Lakhimpur College are given below.

CourseNorth Lakhimpur College Eligibility Criteria 
Bachelor of Arts (BA)The candidate needs to have passed the 10+2 exam. 
To check Subject combination and list of subjects – Click here
Bachelor of Science (BSc)The candidate needs to have passed the 10+2 in science stream.

To check Subject combination and list of subjects – Click here 
Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)The candidate must have passed 10+2 exam with Mathematics or Statistics or Commercial Arithmetic and Statistics securing at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC students)
For course details – Click here
MA in AssameseGraduation in Assamese.
MA in Political ScienceGraduation in Political Science.
MSc in ChemistryBSc in Chemistry
MSc in Electronics & Communication Technology–
MA in Mass Communication–

North Lakhimpur College Admission Application Form 2025

The North Lakhimpur College Admission Form for bachelors and masters courses has to be filled out online through the e-Samarth portal.

How to fill NL College application form 2025

  1. Online Registration – Enter valid email id, phone number, and date of birth. Also select a password for the new applicant account 
  2. Fill the PROFILE details – The applicant has to next enter their personal and family details, category/ quota, and address.
  3. Upload scanned documents – In this step, the candidate has to upload photograph, signature, marksheets, and certificates in the specified specification. 
  4. Select the program of study – The candidate must select their program and institute from the given options.
  5. Submit the form and take a printout – Finally check that the North Lakhimpur College Application form 2025 is complete in all respects before submitting it. Take a printout of the submitted application form to complete the process. 

North Lakhimpur College Application Form – Document Specification

DocumentsSizeFormat
Photograph10kb to 500.00 KB.jpg or .jpeg
Signature10kb to 500.00 KB.jpg or .jpeg
Marksheets10kb to 500.00 KB.jpg or .jpeg
Caste Certificate10kb to 500.00 KB.jpg or .jpeg

North Lakhimpur College UG Seat Intake

The program-wise seat intake for UG courses offered by North Lakhimpur College is given in the table below.

Serial NoProgram CodeProgram NameSeats Available
1BAAssamese70
2BAAnthropology60
3BAEconomics50
4BAEducation70
5BAEnglish65
6BAGeography60
7BAHindi50
8BAHistory60
9BAHome Science25
10BAMathematics10
11BAPhilosophy60
12BAPolitical Science80
13BAStatistics10
14BScAnthropology10
15BScBotany60
16BScChemistry70
17BScEconomics10
18BScElectronics40
19BScGeography10
20BScHome Science5
21BScMathematics65
22BScPhysics60
23BScStatistics30
24BScZoology60
Total Seats1090

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North Lakhimpur College PG Seat Intake

Serial NoProgram CodeProgram NameSeats Available
1MAEducation22
2MAEnglish25
3MAEconomics25
4MAAssamese33
5MAMass Communication20
6MAPolitical Science33
7MScBotany14
8MScChemistry15
9MScPhysics14
10MScZoology14
11MScElectronics14
12Integrated M.AAssamese9
13Integrated M.ScBotany5
14Integrated M.ScChemistry5
15Integrated M.AEconomics7
16Integrated M.AEducation7
17Integrated M.ScElectronics5
18Integrated M.AEnglish7
19Integrated M.ScPhysics5
20Integrated M.APolitical Science9
21Integrated M.ScZoology5
Total Seats293

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North Lakhimpur College Hostel – Seat Intake for Girls and Boys

North Lakhimpur College has two Girls’ and two Boys’ hostels. The allocation of hostel seats will be done during admission on the basis of merit.

The girls’ hostels have an intake of 226 seats, where there are 114 seats available in the boys’ hostel.

Name of HostelCapacityName of WardenContact No
News Boys’ Hostel90Dr. Binod Chetia9678180980
Saurabh Kumar Chaiiha Boys’ Hostel63Dr. Arabinda Rajkhowa9435189174
Mamoni Roisom Goswami Girls’ Hostel127Dr. Nandita Dutta8253819725
Indira Miri Girls’ Hostel98Dr. Archana Hazarika8638558401

To learn more about NL College Hostels – Click Here

Uniform North Lakhimpur College

North Lakhimpur College has outlined the uniform for boys and girls in its College Prospectus. The North Lakhimpur College dress code varies depending on the class (UG or PG) and gender. The detailed dress code for NLC is given below.

North Lakhimpur College Uniform for Boys

ClassDescription
UG Classes(i) Blackish blue Full Trouser
(ii) White Shirt
(iii) Maroon Sweater
PG Classes(i) Blackish blue Full Trouser
(ii) Sky Blue Shirt
(iii) Maroon Sweater

North Lakhimpur College Uniform for Girls

ClassDescription
UG Classes(i) Muga coloured mekhala, white cheddar with blue border and blue blouse.
(ii) White churidar with blue dupatta /surni
(iii) Maroon Sweater
PG Classes(i) Muga coloured mekhela, white chaddar with blue border and blue blouse
(ii) Sky Blue Kameez and white Salwar with white dupatta/surni
(iii) Maroon Sweater

North Lakhimpur College Uniform as mentioned in the brochure

North lakhimpur college uniform

Documents required for North Lakhimpur College admission:

The candidate must submit the following documents in person to be considered for admission.

  • Original/provisional pas certificates from the head of the institution last attended.
  • Certificate of date of birth
  • Mark sheets (original)
  • Gap period certificate from appropriate persons, if required.
  • Required amount of fees 
  • Students who are admitted on sports and music quota must show their performances as and when necessary failing which their admission will be cancelled. 

Note that the Interview and admission will take place on the same day.

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Interview Date of North Lakhimpur College Admission

Candidates who get selected must get themselves admitted on the very day of the interview. Failure to turn up will mean forfeit of the claim for admission.

Note that to be called for the interview, the candidate must be included in the North Lakhimpur College Admission Merit List 2025.

The dates of interview for admission to various classes will be notified in advance. A list of eligible candidates for admission will be put up on the college notice board before the day of interview.

Read more – Click Here

North Lakhimpur College Student Login

The candidate can log-in to the North Lakhimpur College Student Portal at https://nlc.samarth.edu.in/index.php/site/login.

To log-in to the Student Portal, follow these steps:

  1. Go to the Student Portal – Click Here
  2. In the log-in window that opens, enter your enrollment number and password
  3. On successful log-in, you can assess your account.

How to register at North Lakhimpur College Student Portal

If you haven’t yet registered at the Student Portal, you can do so by following the steps given below:

  • Go to the Student Portal – Click Here
  • Click on the “New Registration” tab
  • A Student Registration Form will open
  • Select the Program of Study
  • Enter your Name (as on the ID card) and Enrollment Number
  • Next, enter the code displayed on the screen
  • On successful completion of the registration process, your Student Account will be created.

North Lakhimpur College – Facilities

How good an academic institution is also depends on the kinds of facilities it offers. Here we have listed the facilities offered by North Lakhimpur College for the reference of students:

FacilityDescription
LibrarySystem of the Library: Open Access System

Working days: 6 days a Week, Closed on Sundays and Holidays   
                                                     
Working Hours: 09:30 AM to 4:30 PM

The student will need a library card to borrow books.

Learn more here about NLC Library
HostelsThe college has two Girls’ and two Boys’ hostels. Seats are allotted at the time of admission on the basis of merit.
The number of seats in the girls’ hostel is 226 and the number of seats in the boys’ hostel is 114. 

Allotment of hostel seats is done at the time of admission on the basis of merit.
Learn more here about NLC Hostels
Career Counseling CellThe counseling cell offers career counseling to students and guides them to understand their strengths by providing them with requisite know-how of the emerging trends in different fields. 

Learn more here about NLC Career Counseling Cell
Computer CenterThere are multiple computer centres with more than 50 computers. Access is provided on producing ID cards in the Computer Center. 

Learn here about NLC Computer Center
Wi-fi and InternetLearn here about NLC Wi-fi and Internet
Canteen and parkingLearn here about NLC Canteen and Parking
NCCLearn here about NLC NCC
Incubation/ Innovation CellLearn here about NLC Incubation/ Innovation Cell
Health Care CenterLearn here about NLC Health Care Center
ICT (Information and Communications Technology)Learn here about NLC ICT 
Biotech HubThe biotech hub provides basic laboratory facilities and equipment to undertake biotechnological research
Learn here about NLC Biotech Hub
Seminar HallLearn here about NLC Seminar Hall

NID DAT 2026 admission notice out; application OUT soon, admission portal updation in progress

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NID DAT 2026 admission notice out; application OUT soon, admission portal updation in progress

The National Institute of Design (NID) has notified that it will soon START the admission process for NID DAT 2026. The notice has been published at the NID admission portal – admissions.nid.edu.

The notice says “Admissions 2026-27 will be announced soon.”

The admission process for NID DAT 2025 has concluded. NID has removed most of the updates on the NID 2025 exam, including counseling and seat allotment updates.

Further, the links to download the admission handbooks, which still exist, keep you on the same page. These are all indications that the website is undergoing a transition phase, and it will soon include updates on the NID DAT 2026 exam.

NID DAT 2026 – Exam Notice OUT 

This is what the NID DAT 2026 exam notice says:

NID DAT 2026 exam update 1

Information to be included in NID DAT 2026 admission portal

The NID DAT 2026 admission portal, once it is updated, will include the following and other exam-related information:

  • Admission handbooks for the Bachelor of Design and Master of Design courses
  • Important Updates
  • How to apply
  • Institute-wise Program of Study 
  • Fee structure
  • DAT Prelims sample papers
  • Announcements 
  • Amendments, if any

When will the NID DAT application form 2026 open?

In the previous edition, the application form opened on September 3, 2024. Recently, NID, as mentioned above, has also released a notice saying the admission process will start soon.

So, there is a chance that the NID DAT 2026 application form will start anytime now.

The application form will be released online at admissions.nid.edu.

Candidates who meet the program-specific NID DAT 2026 eligibility criteria may apply for the exam before the last date. 

NID Exam Date 2026

It is likely that the NID DAT 2026 exam (Prelims) will be conducted in the 1st week of January 2026. The exam will be administered in a pen-and-paper mode.

Candidates who qualify DAT Prelims next have to appear in DAT Mains.
The final result of NID DAT 2026 will be prepared by giving weightage to DAT Prelims and DAT Mains.

Coaching vs Self-study

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Coaching vs Self-study

Coaching vs Self-study – Which is better?: Are you confused whether to take up coaching or not?

It is normal to get confused because nobody wants to leave anything to chance and therefore wants to avail the best available resources to perform well in an entrance exam, be it CAT 2026, JEE Main exam, or NIFT 2026.

In fact, in the age and time we live in, for good or for worse, entrance exam coaching has become a part and parcel of the preparation ritual. Even the very bright students aren’t at many times brave enough to stake their future just relying on self-study.

So, a discussion on the pros and cons of self-study and coaching is inevitable. 

What differentiates the two approaches to entrance exam preparation? Is it possible to prepare for entrance exams without coaching? We discuss all these and much more here. So, keep reading.

Coaching vs Self-study – Which is better and why?

The key differences between self-study and coaching is given below. 

ParticularCoaching Self-Study
Structure and format of educationCoaching is a very streamlined form of academic discourse.

Also, you are taught in a very structured environment, wherein students need to fit in to get maximum benefit.

For instance, coaching institutes will complete the schedule as per a schedule. So, if you miss some classes, you face the risk of falling behind.		There is no definite structure to self study.

In fact, the structure and format will depend on the study plan you make and how dedicatedly you follow that plan.

Also, you can make multiple changes to the study plan.

In this regard, the coaching classes are more rigid as there structure and format doesn’t change as per the whims and fancies of the student.
Personal assistanceStudents take up coaching in the home of personal assistance by the coaching staff.

But the catch here is that coaching institutes today have hundreds of students in each batch.

So, getting personal attention can be a far fetch dream, unless you are a very good student and the coaching institute feels like investing in you could be gainful (for instance, they may feel like you are a good bet to get a rank in the entrance exam, which if tt happens, can be good promotion for the institute.)		Self-study, as the term indicates, is dependent to a large extent on what the candidates do and decisions they take. 

The candidate may be influenced by peer groups, family members, but otherwise, he or she is free to make their own decisions regarding what to study and what to study.
Study material providedThe coaching institutes have their own custom-made study material that students must follow for exam preparation.The candidate is free to choose any study material they find suitable.

It is recommended that the candidate opts for best study material recommended for each subject by experts.
Getting external helpCandidates who undertake coaching more or less depend on coaching manuals.

Also, when the candidate is already taking coaching, one is not expected to again seek help somewhere else.

That being said, if the coaching is inadequate, the candidate may seek help from their teachers, experts.		The candidate while doing self-study is free to get as much external help as possible, from teachers, peers, or even experts, if it is available for free.

The quality of help one can avail will depend on the available resources and also the judgement of the candidate.

The candidate must be smart enough to filter out the good advice from the bad.
Time available for self-studyIf you are doing coaching, you will have very limited time available for self-study.

Typically, coaching classes will take up 2-3 hours every day. Add to add another 1-2 hours of travel time. 

So, you must smartly utilize your time for revision of coaching manuals.
Further, you must also find some time to read the textbooks.

This is because if you become over reliant on the notes provided by the coaching institutes, you might lose the habit of reading textbooks or miss out on nuggets of wisdom that they may contain. 		Since you are already doing self-study, you have no scarcity of time at your disposal. 

So, you can tweak and adjust your exam preparation routine multiple times.
Which to opt for?If you have covered most of the fundamental concepts, coaching can be an option.

But that being said you need to do some research about the institute, the faculty they have.

Also, realize that just taking up coaching won’t matter unless you also complete the study material they share, solve sample papers, and do timely revision.

You must assess your progress keenly after, say, month.

If you feel like coaching is not helping you much, you can opt out and focus on self-study.		If you are a strong kid with strong belief in your abilities to self-learn, then self-study can be fruitful.

Truth be told, there is enough good study material around and if you could complete these texts (as per the syllabus for your exam, you will put yourself in the right track.

After completing a few topics, solve relevant problems, including those given in the sample papers and previous years’ question papers.

Also, since most entrance exams are time-controlled, you need to focus on improving speed and accuracy.

Also Read:

How to Prepare for JEE Main ExamHow to prepare for CAT
How to Prepare for CLATHow to Prepare for NIFT 2026 Situation Test
How to Prepare for NIFT Personal Interview–

What do coaching institutes say on coaching for entrance exams?

This is what Allen,  a leading coaching institute, has to say on coaching, why, and how it is useful:

Allen on coaching for entrance exams

When to take coaching for entrance exam preparation?

While we don’t at all recommend that students take coaching for entrance exam preparation, it is also true that many students will still depend on coaching for exam preparation.

So, here we have stipulated a few thumb rules that candidates may consider before enrolling into a coaching institute:

  • You need some help to improve your problem-solving abilities or conceptual understanding of topics. In this case, a crash course may suffice. 
  • However, if there are large gaps in your exam preparation, short-term courses won’t cut it. You need a proper course. But note that long-term coaching courses will also be expensive.
  • You need last minute motivation and a peer group to practice with – In some cases your self-study is going great guns, but you may want to spice up things by taking a crash course and test your progress in a peer group. 
  • In some cases the candidate is simply not able to do self-study. In that case, a coaching institute can provide a helping hand.
  • Also, if you are a very good candidate, you may also consider taking up coaching considering coaching institutes tend to pay special attention to brilliant students.

Resources for popular entrance exam preparation:

Syllabus of Top ExamsExam Pattern of Top Exams
JEE Main Syllabus 2026JEE Main Exam Pattern 2026
–NEET Exam Pattern 2026
CAT Exam Syllabus 2025CAT Exam Pattern 2025
NIFT Syllabus 2026NIFT Exam Pattern 2026

Disadvantages of coaching

Here are a few disadvantages associated with coaching:

  • Most coaching institutes can have 30-40 students per batch, which means there is very little room for personalized attention. If you are a mediocre student and need some special attention, you will need to self-approach the faculty try to get help. If you are a shy guy or if the faculty is unresponsive, you will keep lagging behind.
  • Another thing is if you lagging behind, you will also have very little time for self-study with all the travelling and time spent at the coaching center.
  • Success rate of coaching institutes – Just take a closer look at how many students enrolled at the coaching institutes actually achieve success. If there are only a handful, then it may mean that these students got preferential attention, are already meritorious students, or these students may have put a praiseworthy effort.
  • You may lose the habit of reading textbooks – Coaching institutes have their own study material, meaning most candidates will not even open any textbooks or know what exactly is inside them. Now this is not a very healthy practice. Being fed ready made stuff by the coaching institutes may compromise the self-learning ability of the candidate. In other words, the candidate will expect to be spoon fed every time, and if there comes a time when things may not go right, they may lose faith.

NIRF Ranking 2025 (OUT) – IIT Madras Tops Overall, IISc Banglore University, Category-wise Toppers, Highest Gainers/ Losers

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NIRF Ranking 2025 (OUT) – IIT Madras Tops Overall, IISc Banglore University, Category-wise Toppers, Highest Gainers/ Losers

NIRF Ranking 2025 – The Ministry of Education (MoE), GoI, released the NIRF Rankings 2025 on September 4, 2025. The rankings have been released for 17 categories. A new category has been added – Sustainable Development Goals, which is topped by IIT Madras.

IIT Madras topped the Overall category, followed by IISc Bangalore in 2nd, and IIT Bombay in third place. IISc Bangalore topped the University category, with JNU in second, and Manipal Academy of Higher Education-Manipal in 3rd place. Jamia Milia Islamia, who occupied the 3rd place in the last edition, was pushed to the 4th place.

While there were speculations that this year’s rankings will exclude the Medical category, no such things happened. Like in the previous editions, the medical rankings were also released. The category, as expected, is topped by AIIMS Delhi, with PGIMER Chandigarh and Christian Medical College Vellore in 2nd and 3rd place, respectively.  

The NIRF Ranking 2024 were published on August 12, 2025. 

This year the rankings were dogged by controversies, including data integrity issues. A PIL was filed in the Madras High Court, which led to the court slapping a stay notice of the publication of the rankings. The PIL has since been dismissed. 

Latest Updates:

NIRF Ranking 2025 – Key Features

ParticularsDescription
Who publishes NIRF RankingThe Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India
Full form of NIRF The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF)
Official websiteClick Here
Frequency of NIRF Ranking publicationReleased Annually
When is the NIRF Rankings releasedAround August each year

NIRF 2025 rankings will be OUT on September 4, 2025.
NIRF 2025 Ranking notificationThe notification regrading the release of NIRF Ranking 2025 is out at nirfindia.org.

This is what the notification says: ” India Rankings 2025 will be released on 04th September 2025.”
Categories for which rankings are availableThe rankings are currently available for the following 16 categories:

Overall
Universities
Colleges
Research Institutions
Engineering
Management 
Pharmacy
Medical
Dental
Law
Architecture and Planning
Agriculture and Allied Sectors
Innovation
Open University
Skill University
State Public University
Sustainable Development Goals (New category added)
Ranking ParametersRead – Official NIRF Ranking Parameters
NIRF FAQsRead Here

NIRF Ranking 2025 – Notification Released

The Ministry of Education has notified that the NIRF 2025 rankings will be made public on September 4, 2025. The notification is released online at nirfindia.org.

This is what the notification says regarding the release of NIRF Rankings 2025.

NIRF 2025 Ranking Release Notification

What’s NEW in the NIRF Rankings 2025?

The NIRF 2025 rankings should be out in September 2025. Here are a few changes that might be made to the NIRF Rankings this year.

  1. The rankings may exclude the Medical category. According to news published by portals like shiksha.com, the rankings could be excluded due to persistent discrepancies in data submitted by participating institutes. If that happens, it could land a body blow to the NIRF Rankings and its credibility.
  2. Introduction of negative marking – In a welcome change, negative marking has been introduced for withdrawing research publications. The penalty for the time being has been kept low, with provisions to increase it if needed. The negative marking will presumably discourage institutions from publishing research papers just to get extra marks in the ranking parameters, only to withdraw the papers once the ranking process is over. Such types of activities by institutions do a disservice to the education sector.

NIRF Rankings 2025 – Discipline-wise Methodology for India Rankings 

The National Institutional Ranking Framework has devised a comprehensive ranking methodology for every discipline.

To read the ranking methodology for your chosen discipline – Click Here

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The key insights from NIRF Rankings 2024 are given below.

  • The NIRF 2024 rankings wee published for 16 categories.
  • Three categories were newly added, viz., State Public Universities, Open Universities, and Skill Universities.
  • IIT Madras marked its sixth straight year at the top in the Overall category, while in the Engineering category, it achieved a historic ninth straight year at the top.
  • In the Management category, IIM Ahmedabad marked it fifth consecutive year at the top.
  • Hindu College took the crown from Miranda House to be ranked the best college in the country.
  • AIIMS Delhi (No. 1), PGIMER Chandigarh (No. 2), and Christian Medical College (No. 3), Vellore, were the top medical colleges. It was the seventh straight year for AIIMS Delhi atop the rankings.
  • Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Chennai, was ranked 1st in the Dental category.
  • The Innovation category was topped by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur.
  • Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi, was the top ranked institute in the Agriculture and Allied Sectors.
  • The newly introduced State Public Universities category was topped by Anna University, Chennai.

NIRF Ranking 2024 – Check Category-wise Rankings, Who made and missed the Cut?

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NIRF Ranking 2024 – Check Category-wise Rankings, Who made and missed the Cut?

The NIRF Rankings 2024 were declared on August 12.  The ranking lists are prepared by the Ministry of Education. The rankings were published online at the official NIRF website – nirfindia.org.

NIRF 2024 rankings are available for the following 16 categories:

OverallUniversitiesCollegesResearch InstitutionsEngineering
ManagementPharmacyMedicalDentalLaw
Architecture and PlanningAgriculture and Allied SectorsInnovationOpen UniversitySkill University
State Public University

Three new categories were added – Open University, Skill University, and State Public University.

Overall, IIT Madras was ranked the best educational institution for the sixth consecutive year running. 

IIT Madras (1), IIT Delhi (2), and IIT Bombay (3) were ranked the top THREE engineering colleges in the country. 

Meanwhile, Hindu College leapfrogged Miranda House to be crowned the best college in the country. 

In the Universities section, IISc Bangalore came first, followed by JNU, New Delhi, in second, and JMI, New Delhi, in third.

IIM Ahmedabad, IIM Bangalore, and IIM Kozhikode are the top three management institutes. 

In the Medical category, AIIMS Delhi continued its no. 1 position, followed by PGIMER Chandigarh in second, and Christian Medical College, Vellore, in third.

Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Chennai, is ranked the top Dental college.

NIFR Rankings 2024 – Category-wise Rankings

NIRF Ranking 2024 Engineering – Top 10 Colleges

NameCity2024 Rank2023 Rank
IIT MadrasChennai11
IIT DelhNew Delhi22
IIT BombayMumbai33
IIT KanpurKanpur44
IIT KharagpurKharagpur56
IIT RoorkeeRoorkee65
IIT GuwahatiGuwahati77
IIT HyderabadHyderabad88
NIIT TiruchirappalliTiruchirappalli99
IIT VaranasiVaranasi1015

NIRF Ranking Parameters:

The parameters used by the Union Ministry of Education to rank the academic institutions are given below.

Teaching, Learning & Resources (TLR):

  • Student Strength including Doctoral Students (SS)
  • Faculty-student ratio with emphasis on permanent faculty (FSR)
  • Combined metric for Faculty with PhD (or equivalent) and Experience (FQE)
  • Financial Resources and their Utilisation (FRU)

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Research and Professional Practice (RP):

  • Combined metric for Publications (PU)
  • Combined metric for Quality of Publications (QP)
  • IPR and Patents: Published and Granted (IPR)
  • Footprint of Projects and Professional Practice (FPPP)

Graduation Outcomes (GO):

  • Metric for University Examinations (GUE)
  • Metric for Number of Ph.D. Students Graduated (GPHD)

Outreach and Inclusivity (OI):

  • Percentage of Students from Other States/Countries (Region Diversity RD)
  • Percentage of Women (Women Diversity WD)
  • Economically and Socially Challenged Students (ESCS)
  • Facilities for Physically Challenged Students (PCS)
  • Perception (PR) Ranking

Peer Perception:

  • Academic Peers and Employers (PR)

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NIRF Ranking 2025

It is expected that the NIRF 2025 rankings will be released in September 2025. The rankings will be released online at nirfindia.org.

The rankings, like in the previous years, will be released for 16 categories. However, there is also a chance some new categories like design may also be added.

So, stay tuned!

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