JAGANNATH BAROOAH COLLEGE, ASSAM

Assam
Fees: ₹7,000 - ₹35,000 per annum depending on the course.
Average Package: ₹2.4 LPA - ₹3.6 LPA
Highest Package: ₹6 LPA - ₹8 LPA (Off-campus placements may be higher)

About JAGANNATH BAROOAH COLLEGE, ASSAM

Jagannath Barooah College, now Jagannath Barooah University, is a premier higher education institution in Jorhat, Assam. Established in 1930, it is the oldest college in Upper Assam and is renowned for its academic excellence in Arts, Science, and Commerce.

Admission Process

Admission is purely merit-based. Applicants must fill out forms on the official website. For UG courses, selection is based on 10+2 marks. For certain PG programs, an entrance test or interview may be conducted.

Cutoffs

Varies by department; typically ranges between 75% to 85% for popular Honours subjects.

Rankings & Recognition

Ranked 64th in NIRF (2017) and 75th among autonomous colleges by Education World (2021).

Top Recruiters & Placements

Reliance,Jet Airways,TCS,Wipro,Cognizant,Oil India Ltd

Scholarships

State Govt Scholarship, Ishan Uday for NER, and Student's Aid Fund.

Student Life & Campus

Active student life with cultural festivals like 'Anirvana', departmental seminars, and sports competitions. The college also hosts NCC and NSS units.

Facilities

Central Library,Hostels (Boys & Girls),Computer Lab,Biotechnology Lab,Sports Ground,Canteen,Medical Room,Wi-Fi Campus

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jagannath Barooah College autonomous?

Yes, it was conferred autonomous status by the UGC in 2016 and has recently been upgraded to Jagannath Barooah University (JBU) as of 2023.

Are there scholarships for students?

Yes, State Government scholarships are available for SC/ST and OBC categories, along with financial assistance from the Student's Aid Fund for meritorious underprivileged students.

Courses & Fees

  • Bachelor of Arts - ₹7,180 - ₹12,180 (1st Year)
  • Bachelor of Science - ₹7,480 - ₹17,480 (1st Year)
  • Bachelor of Commerce - ₹7,180 (1st Year)
  • Bachelor of Computer Applications - ₹33,000 (1st Year)

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Pros

  • Highly qualified and experienced faculty
  • Prestigious heritage and academic reputation
  • Affordable fee structure

Cons

  • Limited on-campus placements for traditional courses
  • Infrastructure in older blocks needs maintenance

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Notifications & Updates

  • Ph.D. Even Semester Re-admission Notice 2025-26 (2026-03-18)
  • Registration for One-Week Intensive NET/SLET Coaching (2026-03-12)

Location

Borpatra Ali, Jorhat, Assam, India - 785001

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Contact Details

Phone: 0376-2320060

Email: info@jbcollege.org

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