The State Level Eligibility Test Commission (SLET), Assam (NE Region) has released the official notification for the State Eligibility Test (SET) 2026. This eligibility test is conducted to shortlist qualified candidates for appointment as Assistant Professors in colleges and universities across all North Eastern states including Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Sikkim, and Tripura.
Eligible candidates can apply online at the official portal sletne.org.
SLET Assam SET 2026 – Overview
| Exam Name | State Eligibility Test (SET) 2026 |
|---|---|
| Conducted by | SLET Commission Assam (NE Region) |
| Purpose | Eligibility for Assistant Professor recruitment |
| Level of Exam | State Level |
| Exam Date | 15th March 2026 (Sunday) |
| Mode of Exam | Offline (OMR based) |
| Papers | 2 Papers |
| Total Questions | 150 Questions (50 + 100) |
| Total Marks | 300 Marks (100 + 200) |
| Exam Duration | 3 Hours |
| Negative Marking | No Negative Marking |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.sletne.org |
SLET SET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
- No age limit for appearing in the SET exam.
Educational Qualification
- General/Unreserved/EWS: Minimum 55% marks (without rounding off) in Master’s degree or equivalent from UGC-recognized universities/institutions.
- SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/PWD: Minimum 50% marks (without rounding off).
- Final-year Master’s students or students awaiting final results may also apply.
SLET Assam Application Fee 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR | ₹1300/- |
| OBC-NCL | ₹1150/- |
| EWS | ₹1150/- |
| SC/ST | ₹1100/- |
| PWD | ₹900/- |
How to Apply for SLET Assam SET 2026?
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the SLET official portal. Follow the steps below:
- Visit the Important Web-Links section.
- Click on “Online Application Form” and complete the registration.
- Next, log in using your credentials.
- Fill in your personal and educational details carefully.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee depending on your category.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future use.
SLET Assam SET 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Starting date of online application | 21st November 2025 |
| Last date of online application | 5th January 2026 |
| Date of SET Exam | 15th March 2026 |
| Declaration of Results | To be updated |
SLET 2026 Exam Date
State Eligibility Test (SET), 2026 will be conducted on 15th March 2026 (Sunday) in two sessions for both papers. The detail schedule of SET exam is asmentioned below.
| Paper | Marks | Number of Questions | Duration |
| I | 100 | 50 | 1 Hours ( 10.00 A.M. to 11.00 A.M.) |
| II | 200 | 100 | 2 Hours (11.30 A.M. to 1. 30 P.M.) |
Important Links of State Eligibility Test
| Online Application | Register | Login |
| SET 2026 Notification | Click Here |
| Information Brochure | Click Here |
| Download Attestation | Click Here |
| SLET Syllabus | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
SLET Assam SET 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is SLET Assam SET 2026?
SLET Assam SET 2026 is a state-level eligibility test conducted to determine the eligibility of candidates for Assistant Professor posts in colleges and universities across the North Eastern states.
2. Who can apply for SLET SET 2026?
Candidates with a Master’s degree securing 55% marks (General/EWS) or 50% marks (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PWD) are eligible. Final-year students may also apply.
3. Is there any age limit for the SLET exam?
No, there is no upper age limit for appearing in the SET exam.
4. When is the SLET Assam SET 2026 exam?
The exam will be held on 15th March 2026 (Sunday).
5. What is the application fee for SLET SET 2026?
The fee ranges from ₹900 to ₹1300, depending on the category.
6. How can I apply for SLET Assam 2026?
You can apply online at the official portal sletne.org by completing the registration, filling the form, uploading documents, and paying the application fee.
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