Are you planning to build a career as a college lecturer or Assistant Professor in the North Eastern region of India? If yes, then the State Eligibility Test (SLET) 2026 could be your first major step. The SLET Commission, Assam (NE Region) has officially announced the upcoming exam schedule, and eligible candidates can now submit their online applications.
This exam is similar to the UGC NET Exam, but specifically for candidates belonging to Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, and Tripura.
If you dream of becoming a university teacher, this article will guide you through everything you need to know — from eligibility criteria to exam pattern, fees, important dates, and step-by-step application process.
What is State Eligibility Test (SET)?
The State Eligibility Test (SET), also known as SLET, is a state-level exam conducted to determine eligibility for the post of Assistant Professor in universities and colleges across North Eastern states.
✔ Equivalent to UGC NET
✔ Mandatory for college teaching jobs (except PhD exemption under NEP rules)
✔ Valid across Member States
SLET 2026 – Overview
| Name of Exam | State Eligibility Test (SLET) 2026 |
| Conducting Body | SLET Commission, Assam (NE Region) |
| Purpose of Exam | Eligibility for Assistant Professor |
| Exam Level | State Level |
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen & Paper) |
| Total Papers | 2 |
| Total Marks | 300 |
| Questions Type | Objective (MCQ) |
| Exam Date | 15 March 2026 (Sunday) |
| Negative Marking | No negative marking |
| Official Website | sletne.org |
Eligibility Criteria for SLET 2026
Age Limit
There is no upper age limit for appearing in the SLET exam.
Educational Qualification
- General / UR / EWS candidates must have minimum 55% marks in post-graduation.
- SC / ST / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) / PwD candidates require minimum 50% marks.
- Candidates appearing in their final semester of Master’s degree can also apply, but they must fulfill the eligibility by the time of certificate verification.
SLET 2026 Application Fees
| Category | Fees |
| General (UR) | ₹1300 |
| OBC-NCL | ₹1150 |
| EWS | ₹1150 |
| SC / ST | ₹1100 |
| PwD | ₹900 |
How to Apply Online for SLET Exam 2026
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official website — sletne.org
- Go to the Application / Registration link.
- Register using your email and mobile number.
- Login and fill the online form carefully.
- Upload scanned documents (Photo, Signature, Certificates).
- Pay the required fee through online payment mode.
- Submit and download the confirmation slip.
- Take a printout for future use.
Important Dates for SLET 2026
| Application Start Date | 21 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 5 January 2026 |
| Exam Date | 15 March 2026 |
| Result Date | To be announced |
Exam Pattern of SLET 2026
The SLET exam consists of two papers:
| Paper | Marks | Questions | Duration |
| Paper 1 | 100 | 50 | 1 Hour (10 AM–11 AM) |
| Paper 2 | 200 | 100 | 2 Hours (11:30 AM–1:30 PM) |
SLET Exam Syllabus PDF
| Name of Subject | Subject Code | Download Syllabus |
| Assamese | 01 | Click Here |
| English | 02 | Click Here |
| Economics | 03 | Click Here |
| Education | 04 | Click Here |
| History | 05 | Click Here |
| Philosophy | 06 | Click Here |
| Political Science | 07 | Click Here |
| Geography | 08 | Click Here |
| Manipuri | 09 | Click Here |
| Bodo | 10 | Click Here |
| Bengali | 11 | Click Here |
| Hindi | 12 | Click Here |
| Anthropology | 13 | Click Here |
| Sanskrit | 14 | Click Here |
| Sociology | 15 | Click Here |
| Arabic | 16 | Click Here |
| Persian | 17 | Click Here |
| Law | 18 | Click Here |
| Nepali | 19 | Click Here |
| Psychology | 20 | Click Here |
| Commerce | 21 | Click Here |
| Management | 22 | Click Here |
| Chemical Science | 31 | Click Here |
| Life Science | 32 | Click Here |
| Mathematical Science | 33 | Click Here |
| Physical Science | 34 | Click Here |
| Computer Science | 35 | Click Here |
| Environmental Science | 36 | Click Here |
| Library and Information Science | 37 | Click Here |
| Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Science | 38 | Click Here |
Useful Web-Links for SLET 2026
| Online Application Form | Register | Login |
| SET 2026 Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Information Brochure | Click Here |
| Chck Attestation | Click Here |
| SLET Syllabus | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1️⃣ Is SLET compulsory for Assistant Professor jobs?
Yes, for college teaching posts in North Eastern states, SLET or NET qualification is mandatory.
2️⃣ Is there negative marking in SLET exam?
No, there is no negative marking.
3️⃣ Can final-year PG students apply?
Yes, but they must complete their Master’s degree before result verification.
4️⃣ How many attempts are allowed?
There is no limit, you can attempt SLET any number of times.
5️⃣ Is SLET certificate valid for lifetime?
Yes, validity is lifelong (as per recent guidelines).
DibyaJyoti Nath, founder of assamtopper.com, holds a B.Ed and a Master’s degree from Gauhati University. He works in the Education Department, Government of Assam, and has over 5 years of blogging experience, sharing helpful information with students.