If you have passed your higher secondary and want to take admission in Bachelor in Science(B.Sc). Then, the main thing going on in your head is where to take admission? And the most important question: Which are the Best Colleges in Guwahati for Science Degree?
The best college in Guwahati for Science Degree is Cotton College or Cotton University. If you want to study Mathematics, take admission in Arya Vidyapeeth College. Go to B.Boorah College for Physics and so on.
Each and every college I have listed in this blog post is best in its own way. You have to read the blog post to make the perfect decision. Because, I have in detail explained admission procedure, fees structure, seat capacity, facilities available, etc. for each college.
Why Choose Guwahati for Education?
Guwahati is the epicentre of education in Assam and the entire North-East India. The best schools, colleges, universities and other learning centres lie in Guwahati.
You will find most of the best colleges of Assam and entire North East India are in Guwahati. Colleges in Guwahati have the best faculties. Moreover, Guwahati becomes the meeting ground for extracurricular activities due to many colleges and students.
Best Colleges in Guwahati for Science
All the colleges have announced their admission schedule. All the colleges of Guwahati are affiliated to Gauhati University for Graduate and Post-Graduate levels. And for Higher Secondary it is affiliated to AHSEC(Assam Higher Secondary Education Council).
Basically, all colleges in Guwahati are either affiliated with Gauhati University and Cotton University for B.Sc (Bachelor in Science) degree at the graduate level.
B.Sc degree is popularly known as TDC (Three year Degree Course).
Now, let me in detail explain each of the best colleges in Guwahati for Science degree or B. Sc Degree.
#1. Cotton College (Cotton University)
The Cotton College (Cotton University) is one of the best colleges for getting a degree in Science. Cotton College is the oldest college of Assam to be established in 1901.
It was under Gauhati University till 2011. In 2011, it became Cotton University. Since, the beginning, it is the most preferred college for Science degree in Assam.
The cotton college has a library with almost all collections of books. It has almost all the books on Assam.
Basic Info of Cotton College
| Established: 1901 | Type: Govt Aided |
| NAAC Grading: A++ | Best For Biotechnology, Chemistry |
Courses Offered by Cotton College
Higher Secondary
- Arts
- Science
- Commerce
Graduate
- Science Stream
- Arts Stream
- BCA
Cotton College provides B.Sc (Honours) degree and general B.Sc degree. B.Sc (Honors) degree is provided in the following subjects.
- Anthropology
- Biotechnology
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Economics
- Geography
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Statistics
- Zoology
Post-Graduate
Arya Vidyapeeth College offers an M.Sc (Master of Science) in the following subjects.
- Anthropology
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Environmental Biology and Wildlife Science
- Mathematics
- Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
- Physics
- Statistics
PhD
Cotton College or Cotton University provides PhD in many subjects. Courses in PhD in Science are listed below for you.
- Anthropology
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Geology
- Computer Science & Information Technology
- Environmental Biology and Wildlife Science
- Mathematics
- Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
- Physics
- Statistics
- Zoology
- Economics
- Geography
Admission Procedure in Cotton College
The whole admission procedure in Cotton college is online. If you want to take admission in this college you have to generate unique IDs.
You can apply for more than one course/programme. But admission will be strictly based on merit. As of now, there will be an application fee for any course.
You have to upload documents online while applying for admission.
Fees of Cotton College
As of now, there will be an application fee for any Science degree course. The scheme of Waiver of Admission Fee/ Tuition Fees etc. is being offered as per the order issued by the Higher Education Department, Government of Assam.
But, there will be no fee waiver for self-financing courses
But for the 2021-22 academic session, there is no notification of fees waiver. I will update the fess once, it is notified by the Govt. of Assam or Cotton College.
Seat Capacity / Student Intake of Cotton College
| Science Degree | Seat Capacity |
| B.Sc.Honours (Anthropology) | 5 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Biotechnology) | 45 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Botany) | 50 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Chemistry) | 65 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Computer Sc) | 20 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Economics) | 20 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Geography) | 5 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Geology) | 40 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Mathematics) | 80 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Physics) | 65 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Statistics) | 30 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Zoology) | 60 |
Facilities Provide by Cotton College
Cotton College has almost all the facilities for its students. If you desire to study in cotton college, you will get the following facilities.
- Library
- Hostel for Boys and Girls
- Gymnasium
- Canteen
- NCC
Address of Cotton College
Panbazar, Guwahati-781001
Kamrup Metro, Assam, INDIA
Post Box at the Post Office
POST BOX NO. 66
Guwahati, GPO ,Guwahati – 781001
Contact Details of Cotton College
Phone Numbers
| Vice Chancellor’s office | +91 361-2733512 |
| Registrar’s office | +91 361-2733530 |
| Academic Registrar | +91 361-2601107 |
| Controller (Examinations) | +91 361-2733588 |
| Finance Officer | +91 361-2601103 |
| Systems Manager | +91 361-2601105 |
| Director Students’ Welfare | +91 361-2601102 |
Email IDs
| Vice Chancellor’s office | [email protected] |
| Registrar’s Office | [email protected] |
| Academic Registrar | [email protected] |
| Controller (Examinations) | [email protected] |
| Finance Officer | [email protected] |
| Director Students’ Welfare | [email protected] |
| Systems Manager | [email protected] |
#2. Arya Vidyapeeth College
Arya Vidyapeeth College is one the best colleges in Guwahati for Science Degree. It is the most reputed college for doing B.Sc and M.Sc in Maths.
This college was established on 29th July 1958 by Late Gridhar Sarma. It provides courses from Higher Secondary Level to Post-Graduate Level.
Basic Info of Arya Vidyapeeth College
| Established: 1958 | Type: Govt Aided |
| NAAC Grading: A | Best For Mathematics |
Courses Offered by Arya Vidyapeeth College
Arya Vidyapeeth College offers courses from Higher Secondary to Post-Graduate levels. But to this post, I will stick to a Graduate-Level Science Degree.
Higher Secondary
Graduate
- Science Stream
- Arts Stream
- Commerce Stream
Arya Vidyapeeth College provides B.Sc (Honours) degree and a general B.Sc degree. B.Sc (Honors) degree is provided in the following subjects.
- Anthropology
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Geography
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Statistics
- Zoology
Post-Graduate
Arya Vidyapeeth College offers an M.Sc (Master of Science) in the following subjects.
- Mathematics
- Chemistry
Arya Vidyapeeth College has been offering Post-Graduate courses in Mathematics since 1970 and in Chemistry since 2015. These courses are affiliated with Gauhati University.
Seat Capacity / Student Intake
| Science Degree | Seat Capacity |
| B.Sc | 100 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Anthropology) | 30 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Botany) | 35 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Chemistry) | 30 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Geography) | 27 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Geology) | 30 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Mathematics) | 50 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Physics) | 35 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Statistics) | 25 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Zoology) | 35 |
Admission Procedure in Arya Vidyapeeth College
To take admission in a B.Sc degree in this college there are some procedures. I will list them below.
- At the time of admission an online application form along with a prospectus is made available online. After filling the form, you have to pay an amount around ₹300/- to ₹500/- online.
- An interview is usually held along with document checking.
- The admission and filling up of seats is strictly on the basis of merit and Govt. norms.
Documents for Admission
- Passport Size Photograph
- Mark Sheet of 10+2 (Higher Secondary Level)
- Birth Certificate/ HSLC(10th) Admit Card
- Caste Certificate if any
- PWD Certificate if any
- Gap Certificate if any
- Bank Account Passbook Copy of Student/Parents/Legal Guardian.
Fees of Arya Vidyapeeth College
Generally, the fees for a Science degree (B.Sc) in Pragjyotish College is ₹ 6330 /- and ₹300 /- is taken as online registration fees.
| Fees | Domicile of Assam | Others |
| Online Registration Fees | ₹ 450/- | ₹ 300/- |
| Admission Fees | ₹ 6330/- | ₹ 300/- |
Facilities Provided by Arya Vidyapeeth College
- Hostel for Girls and Boys
- High-quality research activities.
- Well equipped laboratories and internet facilities.
- Add-on Certificate / Diploma / Degree Courses.
- Highly committed and successful NCC, NSS.
- Career counselling and campus placement facilities are available.
- Online accessibility to books and journals.
The College maintains a Students’ Aid Fund for poor but meritorious students of the college. Any such student desiring to take help of this fund shall have to apply to the Principal with supporting testimonials.
Hostel seats for boys and girls will be allotted on the day of admission based on merit.
Address of Arya Vidyapeeth College
Arya Vidyapeeth College,
Gopinath Nagar , Guwahati – 781016,
Assam, India.
Contact Details of Arya Vidyapeeth College
1. For Science stream-
Email: [email protected]
2. For Arts stream-
Email: [email protected]
3. For Commerce stream-
Email: [email protected]
Admission Queries
For admission related queries, contact the following helpline numbers between 10 am to 5 pm:
- Science stream- +91-9395-225-829
- Arts Stream – +91-9395-043-811
- Commerce Stream – +91-8822-048-034
#3. B. Borooah College
B. Borooah College is one of the best colleges in Guwahati for a Science Degree. It is the best college for a B.Sc in Physics major.
This college is affiliated with Assam Higher Secondary Education Council (AHSEC) for the 10+2 level. For Graduate and Post-Graduate Level is affiliated with Gauhati University.
Basic Info of B. Borooah College
| Established: 1943 | Type: Govt Aided |
| NAAC Grade: A | Best For: Physics |
Courses Offered by B. Borooah College
Higher Secondary
- Arts
- Science
- Commerce (self finance)
Graduate
- Science Stream
- Arts Stream
- B.B.A
- B.Sc.IT
Pragjyotish College provides B.Sc (Honours) degree and a general B.Sc degree. B.Sc (Honors) degree is provided in the following subjects.
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Economics
- Geography
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Statistics
- Zoology
Post-Graduate
Pragjyotish College offers Post Graduate Degree in 4 science subjects. To list they are.
- M.Sc (Chemistry)
- M.Sc (Botany)
- M.A/M.Sc (Geography)
- M.Sc (Zoology)
Admission Procedure in B. Borooah College
Admission in B. Borooah College is conducted online. You must have a valid Email Id and Mobile Number for registration. You must also fill up your bank details for fees reimbursement.
Documents Required for Admission Procedure in B. Borooah College
You have to upload the following documents, to take admission in B. Borooah College.
- Certificate and Marksheet of 10 +2 level/ Higher Secondary
- Front Page of Bank Passbook or Photo of cancelled cheque
- Passport Size Photograph (less than 5 MB)
- Scanned Signature (less than 5MB)
- Case Certificate (if applied in quota)
- Gap certificate (if there is gap)
- NCC/Extra Curricular Certificate (if applied for)
Fees of B. Borooah College
For the last session, there was a fee waiver for students of Assam. But the current session, the following fees will be charged.
| Fees | Domicile of Assam | Others |
| Online Registration Fees | ₹ 480/- | ₹ 480/- |
| Admission Fees | ₹ 7160/- | ₹ 7160/- |
Seat Capacity / Student Intake of B. Borooah College
| Science Degree | Seat Capacity |
| B.Sc | 150 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Botany) | 40 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Chemistry) | 25 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Geography) | 35 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Mathematics) | 50 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Physics) | 30 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Statistics) | 25 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Zoology) | 40 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Economics) | 10 |
Facilities Provide by B. Borooah College
- Hostel Facilities (122 seats)
- College Canteen and Stationary Corner
- Gymnasium
- Library
- Career and Personality Development Center
- Language Laboratory
- Students’ Aid Fund
- NCC
Address of B. Borooah College
B.Borooah College
Dr. B.Baruah Road, Ulubari
Guwahati, Assam,India PIN : 781007
Contact Details of B. Borooah College
Phone Details
+91-361-2457363
#4. Pragjyotish College
Pragjyotish College is considered as one of the best colleges in Guwahati for Science Degree. It provides regular B.Sc Honors and general B.Sc degree in Science.
If you want to do a degree in Botany and Zoology, Pragjyotish is the best college for it.
Basic Info of Pragjyotish College
| Established: 1954 | Type: Govt Aided |
| NAAC Grade: B | Best For: Botany, Zoology |
Courses Offered by Pragjyotish College
Higher Secondary
- Arts
- Science
- Commerce (self finance)
Graduate
- Science Stream
- Arts Stream
- Commerce Stream
- B.B.A
- B.C.A
Pragjyotish College provides B.Sc (Honours) degree and a general B.Sc degree. B.Sc (Honors) degree is provided in the following subjects.
- Anthropology
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Economics
- Geography
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Statistics
- Zoology
Post-Graduate
Pragjyotish College offers Post Graduate Degree 7 subjects. To list they are.
- Master of Tourism and Management (M.T.M)
- M.A (Assamese)
- M.A/M.Sc (Economics)
- M.Sc (Zoology)
- M.Sc (Geology)
- M.A/M.Sc (Geography)
- M.A (Education)
Admission Procedure in Pragjyotish College
Admission in Science degree in Pragjyotish college is strictly based on merit. Seats are reserved for SC, ST, OBC, MOBC, PwD, etc students.
Admission is now conducted strictly online. There shall be no face interview, document verification. You have to scan and upload Marksheets, Certificates and all other relevant documents.
Moreover, you have to provide your bank details including IFSC, Bank Name, Branch and Mobile Number while applying for admission to avail the benefit of schemes like scholarship, reimbursement of hostel mess dues, textbook grants, etc. from the Govt.
Fees of Pragjyotish College
Generally, the fees for a Science degree (B.Sc) in Pragjyotish College is ₹ 7400/- and ₹ 300/- is taken as online registration fees.
But, due to the ongoing pandemic, the Govt. of Assam has waived off all the fees for the last session, if you are a domicile of Assam. But for the current session, the government has not announced any waiver
| Fees | Domicile of Assam | Others |
| Online Registration Fees | ₹ 7340/- | ₹ 300/- |
| Admission Fees | ₹ 7400/- | ₹ 7400/- |
Seat Capacity / Student Intake in Pragjyotish College
| Science Degree | Seat Capacity |
| B.Sc | 100 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Anthropology) | 15 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Botany) | 44 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Chemistry) | 43 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Computer Sc.) | 40 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Economics) | 5 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Geography) | 10 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Geology) | 42 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Mathematics) | 35 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Physics) | 35 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Statistics) | 33 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Zoology) | 40 |
Facilities Provide by Pragjyotish College
- Library
- Hostel
- NCC Army, Navy, Air Force and girls Wing
- Scouts & Guides
- Indian Red Cross
- Information & Career Guidance Cell
Address of Pragjyotish College
Pragjyotish College is at a distance of 4 km from the Gauhati Railway Station. And at a distance of about 20 km from the LGBI Airport.
The exact address is mentioned below.
J. P. Agarwala Road, Santipur
P.O. & P.S. Bharalumukh
Dist.: Kamrup (Metropolitan)
Guwahati – 781 009, Assam
Contact Details of Pragjyotish College
Admission Related Queries
+91-7086-084-898
+91-0361-3591-529
Office – [email protected]
Principal – [email protected]
#5. Guwahati College
I end up with Guwahati College as one of the best colleges in Guwahati for a Science degrees. This college offers Higher Secondary and Degree courses in Arts, Science and Commerce.
It offers a few B.Sc Honors/ Major. It is good for subjects like Zoology, Economics and Geography.
Basic Info of Guwahati College
| Established: 1964 | Type: Govt Aided |
| NAAC Grade: B | Best For: Zoology |
Courses Offered by Guwahati College
Higher Secondary
- Arts
- Science
- Commerce
Graduate
- Science Stream
- Arts Stream
- Commerce Stream
- B.B.A
- B.C.A
Pragjyotish College provides B.Sc (Honours) degree and a general B.Sc degree. B.Sc (Honors) degree is provided in the following subjects.
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Economics
- Geography
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Zoology
Seat Capacity / Student Intake of Guwahati College
| Science Degree | Seat Capacity |
| B.Sc | 100 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Botany) | 44 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Chemistry) | 43 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Geography) | 10 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Mathematics) | 35 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Physics) | 35 |
| B.Sc.Honours (Zoology) | 40 |
Admission Procedure in Guwahati College
The admission of Guwahati College is fully online. First, you have to register with your mobile number. After registration, you have to purchase an application form online.
Admission to Guwahati College is strictly on a merit basis. You have to upload documents online but original documents will be verified later.
Documents Needed for Admission
- Marksheet of Higher Secondary Level
- Age Certificate/HSLC Admit Card
- Passport Size Photograph
- Caste Certificate (if any)
- PWD Certificate (if any)
- Migration Certificate
- Gap Certificate (if any)
Fees of Guwahati College
Generally, the fees for a Science degree (B.Sc) in Guwahati College is ₹ 6000/- and ₹ 300/- is taken as online registration fees.
But, due to the ongoing pandemic, the Govt. of Assam has waived off all the fees for the last session, if you are a domicile of Assam. But for the current session, the government has not announced any waiver
| Fees | Domicile of Assam | Others |
| Online Registration Fees | ₹ 6000/- | ₹ 300/- |
| Admission Fees | ₹ 6000/- | ₹ 7400/- |
Facilities Provide by Guwahati College
- Hostel
- Library
- NSS
- NCC
- Mountaineering Club
Address of Guwahati College
GUWAHATI COLLEGE
Bamunimaidan
Guwahati- 781021
Phone No:0361-2550512
Contact Details of Guwahati College
Phone Number
0361-2550512
Other Best Colleges in Guwahati for Science Degree
Apart from the above 5 best colleges in Guwahati for Science Degree, there are numerous colleges. You can also take admission in the below colleges.
Conclusion
To sum up, I have listed the best colleges in Guwahati for Science Degrees. Cotton College is the most preferred college for science degree. You can also opt for Arya Vidyapeeth, B. Boorah College, Pragjyotish Colleges, etc.