The State Level Eligibility Test (SLET) Commission, Assam, has officially released the notification for the SLET Exam 2026 (also known as SET 2026). This examination is mandatory for candidates aspiring to become Assistant Professors in universities and colleges across the North Eastern Indian States, including Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur, Meghalaya, Sikkim, and Tripura.
This guide provides all the essential details—from key dates and eligibility to the exam pattern—to help you apply and prepare effectively.
SLET 2026 | State Level Eligibility Test (SLET)
Aspiring candidates should note the following important dates for the State Eligibility Test 2026:
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Starts From | 21st November, 2025 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 5th January, 2026 |
| Date of Exam | 15th March, 2026 (Sunday) |
| Official Website | sletneonline.org |
Eligibility Criteria for SLET/SET 2026
To be eligible to appear for the SLET 2026, candidates must fulfill the following requirements regarding their Master's degree:
- General/Unreserved/General-EWS Candidates: Must have secured at least 55% marks (without rounding off) in their Master's Degree or equivalent examination from a UGC-recognized university/institution.
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), SC/ST, PWD Categories: Must have secured at least 50% marks (without rounding off) in their Master's Degree or equivalent examination.
Appearing Candidates:
Candidates who are in the final year (appearing/awaiting result) of their qualifying Master's degree examination may also apply provisionally. However, they must obtain the required percentage of marks within two years from the date of the concerned SLET result, failing which they will be treated as disqualified.
Other Criteria:
- Subject: Candidates are eligible to appear only in the subject of their Post-graduation.
- Age Limit: There is no upper age limit for the SLET Examination.
- Chances: A candidate can avail any number of chances.
SLET Exam Pattern 2026 (Paper I & II)
The State Level Eligibility Test (SLET) 2026 will be conducted in Offline mode and consists of two papers, both of which contain Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
| Feature | Details |
| Total Marks | 300 Marks |
| Total Duration | 3 Hours (1 + 2 hours) |
| Mode of Exam | Offline |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
Detailed Structure of the Papers
| Paper | Timing | Duration | No. of Questions | Marks | Focus |
| Paper I | 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. | 1 Hour | 50 | 100 | Teaching/Research Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, Comprehension, Divergent Thinking, and General Awareness. |
| Paper II | 11:30 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. | 2 Hours | 100 | 200 | Subject-specific questions based on the candidate's Post-graduation subject. |
Application Fee Structure
The application fee for SLET Exam 2026 (based on the last year's structure) is as follows:
| Category | Application Fee |
| Unreserved (UR) | Rs. 1300/- |
| OBC (NCL) / EWS | Rs. 1150/- |
| SC / ST | Rs. 1100/- |
| Person with Disability (PWD) | Rs. 900/- |
How to Apply Online for SLET 2026
Interested and eligible candidates must apply online through the official portal:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to the application portal (usually linked from
sletneonline.org). - Registration: Complete the initial registration and note down the generated unique Application ID for future reference.
- Upload Documents: Prepare and upload scanned copies of your certificates, passport-sized colour photograph, and signature. Ensure the scanned photo and signature are within the prescribed size (typically 5kb to 50kb).
- Fee Payment: After submitting the application, a bank Challan will be generated. Candidates must download and print the Challan and visit an SBI bank branch (typically two days after submission) to pay the fee.
- Final Submission: Print the Acknowledgment Slip for your records once the process is complete. Note that once the form is finally submitted, no edits can be made.
Important Links & Date for SLET 2026 Exam
| Online Application Starts From | |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 05/01/2026 |
| Exam Date | 15/03/2026 |
| Information Brochure | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
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