Assam Polytechnic Admission Test

Assam PAT 2026: Admission Overview

Assam PAT 2026 has no written entrance exam. The Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Assam discontinued the Polytechnic Admission Test (PAT) from the 2024 admission cycle. Admission is now purely merit-based on HSLC (Class 10) marks.

Particulars	Details
Exam Name	Assam PAT (Polytechnic Admission Test) — Discontinued from 2024
Conducting Body	Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Assam
Admission Mode (2026)	Merit-Based on HSLC Marks — No Entrance Exam
Total Available Seats	4,385 Diploma Seats
Number of Polytechnics	26 State Government Polytechnics
Program Duration	3-Year Diploma in Engineering and Technology
Eligibility Basis	HSLC (Class 10) Marks — Mathematics and Science compulsory
Official Website	dte-assamadm.samarth.ac.in

Key Points About Admission

• DTE Assam scrapped the PAT from 2024 onwards in favour of direct merit-based admission on HSLC marks.
• All 4,385 diploma seats across 26 government polytechnics are filled based entirely on HSLC (Class 10) aggregate marks.
• Students must have passed HSLC in a single sitting with Mathematics and Science as compulsory subjects.
• The minimum eligibility marks are 40% aggregate (General/OBC), 35% (SC), and 33% (ST) in HSLC.
• In a tie, Mathematics marks are the first tiebreaker, followed by Science marks, then English marks, then date of birth.
• The Merit List for 2026 is expected in July 2026, followed by counselling and seat allotment rounds.
• The old Assam PAT entrance exam had 100 MCQ questions for 100 marks with no negative marking — that format is now permanently discontinued.

Official Website Link

Direct Link	URL
Direct Link to Assam PAT Official Website 2026	dte-assamadm.samarth.ac.in

Assam PAT Exam Pattern 2026: Overview

Assam PAT 2026 has no written entrance exam. DTE Assam scrapped the Polytechnic Admission Test from the 2024 admission cycle, replacing it with a merit-based selection process.

All 4,385 seats across 26 government polytechnics in Assam are now filled based on each applicant's HSLC aggregate marks. There is no exam hall, no OMR sheet, and no entrance test preparation required.

Assam PAT 2026: Admission Overview

Assam PAT 2026 admission is merit-based on HSLC marks. There is no written entrance exam.

Parameter	Details (2026)
Selection Mode	Merit-Based on HSLC Marks (No Written Exam)
Basis of Merit	HSLC (Class 10) Aggregate Percentage
Compulsory Subjects	Mathematics and Science (must have studied in HSLC)
HSLC Attempt Condition	Must have passed HSLC in a single sitting
Total Seats	4,385 Diploma Seats
Number of Institutions	26 State Government Polytechnics in Assam
Program Offered	3-Year Diploma in Engineering and Technology
Minimum Marks — General/OBC/MOBC-NCL	40% average in HSLC
Minimum Marks — SC	35% average in HSLC
Minimum Marks — ST	33% average in HSLC
Minimum Age	16 years as on December 31, 2026
Residency Requirement	Permanent resident of Assam (PRC required at counselling)
Application Fee	Rs. 300 plus applicable taxes (online payment only)
Official Website	dte-assamadm.samarth.ac.in

Your HSLC scorecard is the only academic document that determines your rank. Students who appeared in HSLC 2026 or in an earlier year — provided all other eligibility conditions are met — can apply for the 2026 polytechnic admission cycle.

Assam PAT 2026: Important Dates

The Assam PAT 2026 admission cycle opened in late April 2026. As of today (June 10, 2026), the application and form-correction phases are complete.

The merit list publication and counselling rounds are the next major milestones — both expected in July 2026.

Event	Date (2026)	Status
Merit List Publication	July 2026 (Expected)	Upcoming
Counselling / Seat Allotment	July 2026 Onwards (Expected)	Upcoming
Application Start Date	April 24, 2026	Over
Application Closing Date	May 10, 2026	Over
Form Correction Window	May 12–13, 2026	Over

Source: DTE Assam Official Admission Portal.

Assam PAT 2026: Merit-Based Selection Criteria

Assam PAT 2026 admission is granted purely on the basis of HSLC aggregate marks — there is no written entrance exam. DTE Assam prepares a ranked merit list from all eligible applicants.

You must have studied Mathematics and Science as compulsory subjects in HSLC and must have cleared the board in a single sitting to be considered.

Criteria	Details
Merit Basis	HSLC (Class 10) Aggregate Percentage
Compulsory Subjects	Mathematics and Science — must have been studied in HSLC
HSLC Attempt Condition	Must have passed HSLC in a single sitting (compartmental passes not accepted)
Minimum Age	16 years as on December 31, 2026 (born on or before December 31, 2010)
Upper Age Limit	None
Nationality	Indian Citizen
Residency	Must be a permanent resident of Assam — PRC required at counselling
Minimum Marks — General/OBC/MOBC-NCL	40% average marks in HSLC
Minimum Marks — SC	35% average marks in HSLC
Minimum Marks — ST	33% average marks in HSLC

Since the PAT entrance exam no longer exists, meeting the minimum marks threshold is only the floor — not a guarantee of admission. Popular engineering branches at well-known polytechnics attract competitive merit cutoffs well above the minimum eligibility percentage.

You should aim for the highest possible HSLC aggregate to stay competitive.

Assam PAT Merit Calculation and Tie-Breaking 2026

DTE Assam ranks all eligible applicants on their HSLC aggregate marks. When two or more students have the same aggregate, a four-level tiebreaker sequence determines the final position.

Mathematics carries the greatest individual tiebreaker weight — a higher Mathematics score can move you above students with an identical aggregate.

Assam PAT Merit List: Tiebreaker Order

The Assam PAT merit list is prepared using the HSLC aggregate marks as the primary criterion. When two students have the same aggregate, a fixed sequence of tiebreakers decides who gets the higher rank.

Priority	Criterion	When It Applies
1 (Primary)	HSLC Aggregate Marks	Always — forms the entire basis of the merit rank
2 (First Tiebreaker)	Mathematics Marks	When two students have the same HSLC aggregate
3 (Second Tiebreaker)	Science Marks	When aggregate AND Mathematics marks are equal
4 (Third Tiebreaker)	English Marks	When aggregate, Mathematics, and Science marks all match
5 (Fourth Tiebreaker)	Date of Birth	The older student (earlier date of birth) receives the higher rank

Reservation norms of the Government of Assam apply across all merit ranks. Seats are reserved for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and other notified categories as detailed in the DTE Assam Information Brochure published each year.

Category-wise merit lists are prepared separately. Your rank within your category determines seat allotment.

Assam PAT 2026: Subject-Wise HSLC Weightage

The Assam PAT 2026 merit list uses the HSLC aggregate percentage across all subjects. Mathematics and Science carry special significance — they are both compulsory eligibility subjects and the primary individual tiebreakers when aggregate scores are equal.

Mathematics

Aspect	Details
Role in Merit	Contributes to HSLC aggregate; serves as the first individual tiebreaker
Compulsory for Eligibility	Yes — must have studied Mathematics in HSLC
Tiebreaker Priority	Priority 2 (first tiebreaker after aggregate)
Why It Matters	Strong Mathematics scores improve both the aggregate and tiebreaker rank simultaneously

Science (Physics, Chemistry, Basic Biology)

Aspect	Details
Role in Merit	Contributes to HSLC aggregate; serves as the second individual tiebreaker
Compulsory for Eligibility	Yes — must have studied Science in HSLC
Tiebreaker Priority	Priority 3 (second tiebreaker)
Coverage	Physics, Chemistry, and Basic Biology at HSLC standard

English

Aspect	Details
Role in Merit	Contributes to HSLC aggregate; serves as the third individual tiebreaker
Compulsory for Eligibility	No — not a compulsory subject for eligibility, but marks are used as a tiebreaker
Tiebreaker Priority	Priority 4 (third tiebreaker)

All Other Subjects

Aspect	Details
Role in Merit	Contribute to the HSLC aggregate — indirectly affect rank
Role as Individual Tiebreaker	Not used individually in the tiebreaker sequence
Examples	Social Studies, Second Language, Elective subjects

Only Mathematics and Science are compulsory for eligibility. Scoring well in all HSLC subjects raises your aggregate percentage and improves your overall standing in the merit list.

Do not treat any subject as unimportant when your admission rank depends on the full aggregate.

Assam PAT Historical Exam Pattern (Discontinued)

The Assam PAT written entrance exam was officially discontinued from the 2024 admission cycle. The details below document the historical format of that test for reference — this format is no longer in use and does not apply to the 2026 admission process.

Note: The Assam PAT entrance exam no longer exists as of 2026. The table below is a historical record of the discontinued exam format only.

Assam PAT Historical Exam Pattern (Pre-2024)

The Assam Polytechnic Admission Test (PAT) was previously a written entrance exam. This format has been discontinued and is not applicable from 2024 onwards.

Parameter	Historical Exam Pattern (Pre-2024)
Exam Mode	Offline — Pen and Paper (OMR Sheet)
Question Type	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) — Objective Type
Total Questions	100
Total Marks	100
Marks per Correct Answer	+1 Mark
Negative Marking	None
Duration	2–3 Hours
Language	English and Hindi
Subjects Covered	Mathematics, Science (Physics, Chemistry, Basic Biology), General Knowledge, English
Standard	HSLC (Class 10) Level
Status	Discontinued — not applicable from 2024 onwards

In the old format, each of the four subject areas — Mathematics, Science, General Knowledge, and English — contributed questions to the 100-MCQ paper. The absence of negative marking meant students could attempt all questions without risk of losing marks for wrong answers.

DTE Assam replaced this competitive test with merit-based HSLC selection. This was done to reduce the examination burden on Class 10 graduates who otherwise needed separate polytechnic exam preparation.

Assam PAT: Changes in 2026 vs Previous Year

The most significant structural change in the Assam PAT process is the complete elimination of the written entrance exam, which took effect from 2024. The table below contrasts the pre-2024 entrance-exam model with the current merit-based process that applies in 2026.

Parameter	Pre-2024 (Old Format)	2026 (Current Format)
Admission Test	Written PAT Entrance Exam — 100 MCQs	No entrance exam — fully discontinued
Selection Basis	PAT exam score / rank	HSLC aggregate marks
Exam Mode	Offline OMR-based (pen and paper)	N/A — no exam conducted
Total Questions	100	N/A
Total Marks (Exam)	100 marks	N/A
Negative Marking	No negative marking	N/A
Tiebreaker Method	Rank in PAT entrance exam	Maths marks → Science marks → English marks → Date of birth
Minimum Eligibility	HSLC pass + qualifying score in PAT	40% HSLC aggregate (General); 35% (SC); 33% (ST)
Application Fee	Online payment	Rs. 300 plus applicable taxes (online only)
Compulsory Subjects	Mathematics and Science in HSLC	Mathematics and Science in HSLC (unchanged)
Total Available Seats	State polytechnic seats (varied by year)	4,385 seats across 26 government polytechnics

The scrapping of the PAT entrance exam is the most consequential change to Assam Polytechnic admissions in recent years. Your HSLC performance is now the sole determinant of your admission rank.

How to Prepare for Assam PAT 2026 Merit-Based Admission

Since Assam PAT 2026 has no written entrance test, your entire preparation strategy should centre on maximising your HSLC performance. The tips below are directly derived from the new merit selection criteria and tiebreaker rules.

Assam PAT 2026 Preparation Tips

Priority Subjects and Marks

Treat Mathematics as your highest-priority subject. It contributes to your HSLC aggregate and is the first individual tiebreaker. A small improvement in Mathematics marks can place you ahead of students with the same aggregate total.

Give equal focus to Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Science marks form the second tiebreaker. A gap in any one of these three subjects can reduce your aggregate and your tiebreaker position.

Target Scores and Eligibility

Aim well above the minimum eligibility percentage. The minimum marks are 40% for General, 35% for SC, and 33% for ST. These are entry conditions, not competitive thresholds.

Popular branches and well-located polytechnics see merit cutoffs significantly higher than the minimum. Aim for the strongest possible aggregate.

Do not underinvest in English and other HSLC subjects. English is the third tiebreaker, and every other subject contributes to your aggregate. A weak subject anywhere reduces your merit rank.

Documents and Application

Secure and verify all required documents before the counselling period. A valid Permanent Residence Certificate (PRC) is required at counselling. Category certificates (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) must be in the prescribed format.

Document issues can lead to seat cancellation even after the merit list is published. Apply online within the official application window.

The application window for Assam PAT 2026 ran from April 24 to May 10, 2026. Applications after the deadline are not accepted. For future cycles, track the DTE Assam portal from March onwards.

Merit List and Counselling

Monitor the official portal regularly for merit list and counselling dates. The merit list is expected in July 2026, followed by counselling rounds.

Visit dte-assamadm.samarth.ac.in frequently during July. Missing a counselling reporting window can result in the forfeiture of your allotted seat.

Assam PAT Exam Pattern FAQs

Written Exam Status

No. DTE Assam officially discontinued the PAT written entrance exam from the 2024 admission cycle onwards. Assam PAT 2026 follows a purely merit-based admission process using HSLC (Class 10) aggregate marks.

You do not need to sit for any written test.

Selection Basis

The merit list for Assam PAT 2026 is based entirely on HSLC aggregate marks. DTE Assam ranks all eligible applicants by their Class 10 aggregate percentage.

When two students have the same aggregate, the tiebreaker sequence is:

• Mathematics marks
• Science marks
• English marks
• Date of birth

Old Exam Pattern

The old Assam PAT entrance exam had 100 multiple choice questions (MCQs) for 100 marks total. It was an offline, pen-and-paper test conducted on OMR sheets.

The paper covered Mathematics, Science (Physics, Chemistry, Basic Biology), General Knowledge, and English at HSLC level. There was no negative marking — each correct answer earned +1 mark. This format was permanently discontinued from 2024 onwards.

Minimum Marks Required

General and OBC/MOBC-NCL students must have a minimum of 40% average marks in HSLC. SC students need at least 35%, and ST students need at least 33%.

Mathematics and Science must have been studied as compulsory subjects in HSLC. You must have passed the board in a single sitting.

Seat Availability

Assam PAT 2026 offers 4,385 diploma seats across 26 state government polytechnics in Assam. All seats are for 3-year Diploma in Engineering and Technology programs across various engineering specialisations.

Merit List Publication

The Assam PAT 2026 merit list is expected in July 2026. DTE Assam will publish it on the official admission portal at dte-assamadm.samarth.ac.in.

Counselling and seat allotment rounds are also expected to follow in July 2026.

Negative Marking

The Assam PAT entrance exam — which had no negative marking — was discontinued from 2024. In the old format, each correct answer earned +1 mark and wrong or unattempted answers carried zero penalty.

Since 2024, there is no written exam at all, so the concept of negative marking no longer applies to Assam Polytechnic admissions.

Residency Requirement

No. You must be a permanent resident of Assam to apply. A valid Permanent Residence Certificate (PRC) issued by Assam government authorities is a mandatory document at the counselling stage.

Students without a valid PRC will not be allotted seats even if they appear in the merit list.

Assam PAT 2026: Frequently Asked Questions

Tie-Breaking Rule for Equal HSLC Marks

When two students have equal HSLC aggregate marks, DTE Assam resolves the tie in a specific order. The order is Mathematics marks, then Science marks, then English marks, and finally date of birth.

If the tie continues after comparing these subjects, the older student (earlier date of birth) is ranked higher. This sequence continues step by step until the tie is broken.

Reason for Scrapping the PAT Entrance Exam

DTE Assam shifted to merit-based admission on HSLC marks to simplify the polytechnic admission process. This change reduces the academic burden on Class 10 students who would otherwise need to prepare for a separate competitive entrance exam.

The HSLC board result is now the single benchmark for ranking applicants.

Documents Required at Counselling for Assam PAT 2026

You need to carry your HSLC marksheet and pass certificate at counselling. A valid Permanent Residence Certificate (PRC) issued by Assam government authorities is also required.

• HSLC marksheet and pass certificate
• Valid Permanent Residence Certificate (PRC) issued by Assam government authorities
• Category certificate (if applicable for SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
• Standard identity and address proof documents as specified in the DTE Assam Information Brochure for the 2026 cycle

Upper Age Limit for Assam PAT 2026

No. Assam PAT 2026 has no upper age limit. The only age requirement is a minimum age of 16 years as on December 31, 2026.

This means you must have been born on or before December 31, 2010. Students from older HSLC batches who meet all other eligibility criteria can also apply.

*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.

Assam PAT 2026: No Written Exam

DTE Assam discontinued the PAT written entrance exam from the 2024 admission cycle. Assam PAT 2026 uses a purely merit-based admission process.

The merit list is based on HSLC (Class 10) aggregate marks. Candidates do not need to sit for any written test.

Selection Basis for Assam PAT 2026

The merit list for Assam PAT 2026 is based entirely on HSLC aggregate marks. DTE Assam ranks all eligible applicants by their Class 10 aggregate percentage.

When two students have the same aggregate, the tie is broken in this order:

• Mathematics marks
• Science marks
• English marks
• Date of birth (the older student is ranked higher)

Old Exam Pattern (Discontinued)

The old Assam PAT entrance exam had 100 multiple choice questions (MCQs) for 100 marks total. It was an offline, pen-and-paper test conducted on OMR sheets.

The paper covered these subjects at HSLC level:

• Mathematics
• Science (Physics, Chemistry, Basic Biology)
• General Knowledge
• English

There was no negative marking. Each correct answer earned +1 mark. This format was permanently discontinued from 2024 onwards.

Minimum Marks Required

General and OBC/MOBC-NCL students must have a minimum of 40% average marks in HSLC. SC students need at least 35%, and ST students need at least 33%.

Mathematics and Science must have been studied as compulsory subjects in HSLC. You must have passed the board in a single sitting.

Seat Availability

Assam PAT 2026 offers 4,385 diploma seats across 26 state government polytechnics in Assam. All seats are for 3-year Diploma in Engineering and Technology programs across various engineering specialisations.

Merit List Publication Date

The Assam PAT 2026 merit list is expected in July 2026. DTE Assam will publish it on the official admission portal at dte-assamadm.samarth.ac.in.

Counselling and seat allotment rounds are also expected to follow in July 2026.

Residency Requirement

You must be a permanent resident of Assam to apply. A valid Permanent Residence Certificate (PRC) issued by Assam government authorities is a mandatory document at the counselling stage.

Students without a valid PRC will not be allotted seats even if they appear in the merit list.

Reason for Scrapping the Entrance Exam

DTE Assam shifted to merit-based admission on HSLC marks to simplify the polytechnic admission process. This reduces the academic burden on Class 10 students who would otherwise need to prepare for a separate competitive entrance exam.

The HSLC board result is now the single benchmark for ranking applicants.

Documents Required at Counselling

You need to carry these documents at the counselling stage:

• HSLC marksheet and pass certificate
• Valid Permanent Residence Certificate (PRC) issued by Assam government authorities
• Category certificate (if applicable for SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
• Standard identity and address proof documents as specified in the DTE Assam Information Brochure for the 2026 cycle

Age Limit

Assam PAT 2026 has no upper age limit. The only age requirement is a minimum age of 16 years as on December 31, 2026.

This means you must have been born on or before December 31, 2010. Students from older HSLC batches who meet all other eligibility criteria can also apply.

Assam PAT Result 2024: Release Date and Official Website

The Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Assam will release the Assam PAT 2024 result by the last week of June. Candidates can check the result on the official website, dte.assam.gov.in.

To view the result, candidates need their Assam PAT 2024 roll number and date of birth. The seat allotment result is also checked using these details.

Assam PAT 2024 Result and Counselling Dates

The examination is scheduled for the third week of June 2024. The result will be announced in the last week of June 2024.

Event	Date
Date of Examination	Third week of June, 2024
Announcement of Results	Last week of June, 2024
Availability of Score Card	June, 2024
Last Date for Choice Filling and Uploading Documents	July, 2024
Commencement of Classes	August 2024

How to Check Assam PAT Result 2024

Follow these steps to check the result for the entrance exam:

• Log onto the official website, dte.assam.gov.in.
• Search for the option of Polytechnic Admission Test.
• Click on PAT 2024 RESULTS. You will be redirected to the result portal.
• Enter your valid roll number in the box given.
• Your result will appear on the screen. Download and save it for future reference.

Seat Allotment and Acceptance Letter

Seat allotment lists are released on the official website based on the availability of vacant seats. Candidates who are allotted seats must submit the Acceptance Letter before the due date.

The Assam PAT 2024 Acceptance Letter can be downloaded from the official website. Candidates have to send the acceptance letter in the specified format to obtain the final allocation of the institution and the branch.

Only those candidates who accept admission within the defined time will be considered for further upgradation of their choice of institution and branch in later rounds of Assam PAT counselling 2024.

Assam PAT 2024 Counselling

The Assam PAT 2024 counselling process will be conducted in 7 rounds based on the vacancy of seats. Candidates who score marks on the merit list will be called for counselling.

Candidates need to apply online for the counselling process by filling the counselling form for all the stages. The category-wise marks range for counselling is given below.

Category	Marks From	Marks To
Person with Disabilities	61	30
PWD Waiting list	29	10
Unreserved	92	66
Unreserved	65	62
Unreserved	61	57
Unreserved	56	55
Unreserved	54	53
Unreserved	52	51
OBC/MOBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	89	58
OBC/MOBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	57	52
TGLC/Ex-TGLC (Non-Creamy Layer)	78	44
Moran Community (Non-Creamy Layer)	85	42
R.D.P.	75	50
F.F.	85	34
S.T (H)	82	34
C.G.E.	68	38
S.C	85	51
S.C (P)	84	42
Unreserved (waiting)	50	49
Unreserved (waiting)	48	48
Unreserved (waiting)	47	47
Unreserved (waiting)	46	46
Unreserved (waiting)	45	45
OBC/MOBC (Non-Creamy Layer - waiting)	50	47
OBC/MOBC (Non-Creamy Layer - waiting)	46	46
TGLC/Ex-TGLC (Non-Creamy Layer - waiting)	43	38
S.C (waiting)	50	43
S.C (waiting)	42	38
Moran Community (Non-Creamy layer - waiting)	41	32
F.F (waiting)	33	15
S.T (Hills - waiting)	30	31

Assam PAT 2024 Counselling Procedure

The Directorate of Technical Education Assam conducts the counselling process for Assam PAT 2024. Candidates must fill the online counselling application form to participate.

First Round of Counselling

Information about the counselling process is displayed by the Directorate of Technical Education Assam. Candidates can access the counselling application form by following these steps:

• Log on to the official website of Directorate of Technical Education at dte.assam.gov.in
• Click on the Assam PAT 2024 option from the list on the left
• Click on PAT 2023 1st Round Counselling Application Form
• Fill in all the details asked in part 1 of the application form and click the Submit button
• Download the form and save it, as it is important for the next round

Second Round of Counselling

Candidates who score eligible marks in PAT 2024 will be called for a Personal Interview. The interview is conducted as per the program given for respective categories for final selection and admission.

The interview takes place at the premises of Assam Engineering Institute, Chandmari. All candidates appearing for Assam PAT 2024 counselling must bring the following documents:

• Part B Form formerly and properly filled in
• Original Mark sheets
• Three copies of recent passport size photographs
• All relevant certificates including Admit Card of PAT 2024 for scrutiny by the interview board

Third Round of Counselling

The 3rd round is a seat allotment process for candidates based on their past performance in the other 2 rounds. This round includes verification of documents, testimonials, tuition fee, and admission fee at the reporting Polytechnic Institute.

Several things should be taken care of during Assam PAT 2024 counselling:

• Candidates appearing without a Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) will not be allowed to take admission even after clearing PAT 2024
• A certificate of Principal Secretary, Private Secretary to the chief minister of Assam, or a direct relationship certificate of the candidate with the freedom fighter from Deputy Commissioner or his authorized official is required for the category of son/daughter of a freedom fighter
• Son/Daughter of retired defense Personnel must have a certificate from the director Rajyik Sainik Board, Assam
• Students of Moran Community require a certificate issued by Assam Moran Sobha with the countersignature of deputy commissioner/sub-divisional officer civil of the concerned district
• Differently abled candidates require an identity card and a certificate from the State level/District level medical board as constituted by the social welfare department. Minimum disability is 40% and not exceeding 80%
• Sports and NCC certificates as per the candidate's game and other required documents related to it

Note: Subsequent rounds will be conducted in case seats remain vacant.

Assam PAT 2024 Answer Keys

Assam PAT 2024 Answer Keys will be released by the Directorate of Technical Education. The answer key is released a few days after the Assam PAT 2024 exam is held.

You can download the answer key from the official website of Directorate of Technical Education, Assam. Here are the steps to download the Assam PAT 2024 Answer Key:

• Log onto the official website of Directorate of Technical Education Assam at dte.assam.gov.in
• Search for the PAT 2024 option from the right-hand corner of the page
• Click on PAT ANSWER KEY 2024 from the list
• The answer key for Assam PAT 2024 will appear
• Save and download the answer key for reference

Assam PAT 2024 Merit List

Allotment of all courses after the exam is done based on the Assam PAT merit list prepared by DTE Assam. The Assam PAT 2024 Merit list will be prepared based on marks scored only.

If there is a tie between two candidates, the student with more Index marks will be given priority. Several factors influence the Assam PAT 2024 Merit list prepared by the authority holders:

• Number of students that will appear for the entrance test
• Marks scored by the candidates
• Difficulty level of examination
• Cutoff trends in previous years
• Intake of candidates in every course in the university
• Reservation of seats according to the university reservation policy