welcome to the department of sociology

Masters of Arts in Sociology (MA-Sociology) is oriented towards the study of Sociological Theories, Research Methodology and other areas of study like, Sociology of Religion, Sociology of Gender, Sociology of South East Asia etc. This is a two year (four semesters) full-time programme leading to the degree of M.A. in Sociology of Gauhati University.
Programme Objectives: The aim of the Department of Sociology is to impart knowledge to students that enable them to critically analyze the social environment and to make them aware and responsible citizens.
Programme Specific Outcomes: The Department is dedicated towards creating competent and socially aware students through teaching and other academic activities. The students will not only have a comprehensive knowledge of important concepts and issues in Sociology and Society in large but will also develop skills such as adequate research, critical thinking and the ability to adjust in changing situations which will give them a platform in any profession that they wish to pursue. The curriculum is interdisciplinary in its design.
Eligibility: Candidates need to have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks.
Admission Procedure: From the academic session 2019-20, all PG admissions of Gauhati University including those in its affiliated Colleges will be conducted through a Common Entrance Test to be organized by the Gauhati University. Students seeking admission into PG courses shall have to fill-up online application form in the Gauhati University portal. Students desirous of admission into NEF College will have to opt for this College at the time of registration in Samarth Portal for PG entrance test of Gauhati University. The university will release the merit list based on entrance scores, followed by counseling and seat allotment. After releasing the merit list, students can take admission in NEF College.
Requirement of Attendance: A student shall have to attend minimum 75% of total classes in each paper to be eligible to appear in each semester end examination.
Intake: 60 Seats.

• B.A. Pass Course
• B.A. Major in Sociology
• M.A. (Sociology)

Photo	Name	Qualification	Teaching Experience
	Dr. Rinku Borah	MA (Sociology), NET, SLET, Ph.D.	14 Years
	Ms. Padminee Goswami	MA (Sociology), NET, Ph.D.(Pursuing)	7 Years
	Ms. Rupaleem Deka	MA (Sociology), SLET	3 Years
	Dr. Anup Das	MA (Sociology), M.Phil., Ph.D.	-
	Ms. Ankita Choudhury	MA (Sociology), GATE, NET	1 Year