CGSSC, Assam Skill University Partner for Northeast Youth Skill Development

The Capital Goods & Strategic Skills Council (CGSSC) and Assam Skill University have signed an MoU to boost industry-aligned skill development for youth in Northeast India, aiming to bridge the academia-industry gap.

Assam Launches Key Schemes for Youth, Research, Skill Support

The Assam government has rolled out Jibon Prerana, Jibon Anuprerana, and Nijut Babu Asoni schemes to empower fresh graduates, research scholars, and students, boosting employment and academic excellence.

Assam Invites Proposals for Rural Youth Skill Development Under DDU-GKY 2.0

The Assam State Rural Livelihoods Mission (ASRLM) has called for Expressions of Interest from agencies to implement DDU-GKY 2.0 projects, focusing on skill development and employment generation for rural youth by June 26, 2026.

Assam DHE Releases Regulations for New Universities

The Directorate of Higher Education, Government of Assam, has published the first regulations, ordinances, and statutes for new universities like JB University, Bongaigaon University, and Gurucharan University. These documents outline their functioning and are crucial for their operationalisation.

Assam Amends College Principal Recruitment Rules for Tenure, Re-appointment

Assam’s Higher Education Department has amended rules for college principal recruitment, clarifying eligibility for further terms and re-appointment in provincialised colleges, effective October 30, 2025.

Advantage Assam 2.0: Over 60% Investment Proposals in Advanced Stages

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on May 14, 2026, that over 60% of Advantage Assam 2.0 investment proposals are in advanced stages, with some already operational, aiming to boost industrial growth and employment.