Review of the oldest University of Assam , cotton University

Admission for master's is done through an entrance exam. The form for it is available on the university website. Eligibility is decided through the entrance score. Of the total seats in each department, 50% are reserved for students from the Cotton University itself, and the rest 50% are for students from other universities. The 50% of seats reserved for university students are given based on merit (cgpa of bachelor's). And the seats for students from other universities are decided by the entrance score. Cotton university graduates get 50% of the seats. of which 2% is for OBC. 2% is for SC and another 1% is for ST. Similarly, 50% of the seats for the students of other universities are decided through entrance exams. From there, 2% is reserved for OBC, 2% for SC, and 1% for ST.

The geography department at the university is good. The department is small, with a maximum of 30-40 students in each class. This helps in good interaction with the teachers and avoids congestion. The teachers are good and very cooperative. They help the students in every way, be it academic or extra-curricular activities. The department takes part in university activities actively. The teachers also help and are actively involved. All the teachers in the department have PhDs. Teachers use theory as well as practical knowledge to teach the subject. Computers, smart phones, and journals are also used by them. They clear every doubt of the students and also, if necessary, they teach topics beyond the syllabus for future help. The exams are conducted on time. And the question pattern is challenging for the students.

Scholarships like Ishan Uday and other state and central government schemes are available for the students to pursue. The university does not have any placement cell, but they conduct regular internship programs and other seminars and projects for the students to gain experience.

Varsity Week is the cultural week conducted by the university. It is conducted every year in the months of February or March. There is a sports week conducted by the university. Departments, groups, or even single entrees are welcomed. And different cultural programs are conducted throughout the year. Students are encouraged to develop their extra-curricular activities and talents. The university has two general libraries and every department has their own libraries. These libraries are equipped with all the books and journals required for the different courses at the university. They also have old manuscripts and books. If some new journals or any books are not found in the library, then the teachers themselves provide the required materials to the students. The university also has different social and cultural groups. It also has sports clubs. These clubs and groups show great participation.