Assam Don Bosco University (ADBU), a premier private Catholic University in Assam, has opened applications for its PhD programs for the 2026 session. Established in 2008 by the Salesians of Don Bosco and located across scenic campuses in Guwahati (Azara, Tapesia, and Kharguli), ADBU is NAAC-accredited with an ‘A’ Grade and recognized for its commitment to holistic education, research excellence, and community impact.
The university, spread over lush landscapes including the 500-acre Tapesia Campus nestled in undulating hills, offers a serene environment conducive to advanced research.
Available PhD Seats for 2026
According to the official advertisement (dated 16 December 2025), limited seats are available across a wide range of disciplines. Here’s the breakdown:
- Biotechnology: 6 seats
- Microbiology: 5 seats
- Botany: 13 seats
- Chemistry: 16 seats
- Civil Engineering: 8 seats
- Commerce: 2 seats
- Comparative Religion: 1 seat
- Computer Science and Engineering: 15 seats
- Computer Applications: 15 seats
- Economics: 7 seats
- Education: 5 seats
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering: 11 seats
- Electronics and Communication Engineering: 21 seats
- English: 5 seats
- Mechanical Engineering: 5 seats
- Management: 20 seats
- Mass Communication: 2 seats
- Mathematics: 14 seats
- Philosophy: 1 seat
- Pharmacy: 19 seats
- Physics: 11 seats
- Psychology: 4 seats
- Public Administration: 5 seats
- Social Work: 9 seats
- Zoology: 4 seats
- Hospitality and Hotel Administration: 4 seats
- Indian and Indigenous Knowledge System: 4 seats
These seats reflect the university’s strong emphasis on interdisciplinary research in engineering, sciences, humanities, management, and social sciences.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, candidates must hold a Master’s degree in the relevant discipline with at least 55% aggregate marks (or 6.0 CGPA on a 10-point scale). Relaxation may apply as per UGC norms.
Selection Process
Admission is merit-based, involving:
- The Don Bosco University Aptitude for Research Test (DBU-ART)
- A personal interview conducted by the Board of Research Studies
How to Apply
Applications are invited online at the university’s admission portal: https://erp.dbuniversity.ac.in/adbu_erp/admission/
- Register, verify your email, fill the form, and submit with the application fee (₹1000, payable online or via Demand Draft).
- Key date: Last date to apply is 31st January 2026.
- The university reserves the right to leave seats vacant in the absence of suitable candidates.
For detailed prospectus, eligibility, and updates, visit the official website: https://dbuniversity.ac.in/
For more details, contact: Phone 9435545754, 9476690950, 8011403982 or visit https://erp.dbuniversity.ac.in/adbu_erp/admission/