Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences

Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences (SSUHS) was established in 2009 under The Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences Act, 2007. It is the only health university in Northeast India, with jurisdiction over the entire state of Assam. The university operates from the Gauhati Medical College Building (2nd Floor), located at Narakasur Hill Top, Bhangagarh, Guwahati-32. Being in Guwahati, it enjoys excellent connectivity through air, rail, and road transport.

The university's mission is to foster a dynamic academic, intellectual, and philosophical environment that promotes the exchange of ideas among its various faculties. It seeks to establish collaborations with national and international institutions of higher learning in health sciences, creating opportunities for health professionals, policymakers, educators, researchers, and biomedical scientists.

SSUHS plays a crucial role in maintaining uniform standards in health sciences education across Assam. It aims to enhance healthcare education, research, and policy development while ensuring that healthcare professionals receive quality training. Through its academic initiatives and partnerships, the university strives to be a center of excellence, contributing to the overall advancement of health sciences in the region and beyond.

Scholarships available at Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences

Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences (SSUHS) provides scholarships to support students in meeting their financial requirements. These scholarships and fellowships aim to enhance academic and research opportunities in the field of health sciences.

SSUHS Scholarship Programs

• SSUHS Faculty Fellowship Abroad: Designed for faculty members seeking to specialize in a super-specialty at a recognized tertiary institution.
  
  
• SSUHS Grant: Offered for the establishment of advanced clinical facilities or specialized laboratories.
  
  
• SSUHS Two-Year Fellowship Program: Available for the academic session 2024-26, supporting advanced studies and training.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfill the university’s specific eligibility requirements to apply for a scholarship.

• For admission to the Ph.D. program, applicants must pass the university’s entrance examination.
  
  
• To qualify for the interview stage, candidates must achieve a minimum score of 50% in both papers of the entrance test.
  Research Requirements
  
  
• Ph.D. scholars must conduct their research in a university-affiliated institution, department, laboratory, or hospital.
  
  
• The research facility must be located in Assam, and candidates must reside in the state throughout their Ph.D. tenure.