Assam Women’s University, Jorhat : Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Placements

Assam Women’s University (AWU), located at Jamuguri, Rowriah in Jorhat, Assam, is a state government university established in 2013. It is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) under Section 2(f) of the UGC Act, 1956. AWU was founded as the first women’s university in Assam, with the vision of empowering women through higher education, skill development, and leadership training. The university offers undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and doctoral programs in disciplines such as Arts, Sciences, Commerce, Education, Management, and Social Sciences. Its campus is equipped with modern classrooms, laboratories, a central library, computer centers, hostels, and sports facilities. AWU emphasizes women’s empowerment, research, and professional development, preparing students for careers in academia, corporate firms, government services, NGOs, and entrepreneurship. Guided by its mission to promote inclusive and gender-focused education, the university stands out for its specialized focus on women’s education, academic diversity, and contribution to higher education in Assam.