The Assam State School Education Board (formerly AHSEC) has officially announced the HS 1st Year Admission 2026–27 process through the DARPAN Portal.
Students who passed HSLC can now apply online for admission into Higher Secondary (HS) First Year in colleges and schools across Assam.
The online application process will begin from 12 April 2026.
Admission Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Board | Assam State School Education Board (ASSEB), Division-II |
| Class | HS 1st Year (11th) |
| Session | 2026–27 |
| Mode of Apply | Online |
| Portal | DARPAN Admission Portal |
| Application Start Date | 12 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 22 April 2026 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 12 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 22 April 2026 |
| Merit List Preparation | 23 – 24 April 2026 |
| Selection List Publication | 25 April 2026 (10 AM) |
| Admission Acceptance | 25 – 27 April 2026 |
| Final Admission Confirmation | 28 April – 08 May 2026 |
About HS Admission 2026 (DARPAN)
The DARPAN portal is the official platform used by ASSEB to manage HS admissions across Assam.
Students can:
- Apply to up to 5 institutions
- Choose preferred stream (Arts/Science/Commerce/Vocational)
- Receive selection updates via SMS
- Accept admission offers online
Eligibility Criteria
- Must have passed HSLC / Class 10
- Must apply through the official DARPAN portal
- Valid mobile number required for registration
How to Apply at Darpan Portal
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official DARPAN portal
- Register using mobile number
- Fill in personal & academic details
- Select up to 5 institutions
- Submit the application
- Wait for selection list
Selection & Admission Process
- Institutions will prepare Merit List & Waiting List
- Selection list will be available online + SMS alert
- Students can accept only ONE institution
- After acceptance, visit institution for document verification
- Final admission must be confirmed online by the institution
Important Instructions for Students
- You can apply to maximum 5 colleges/schools
- Profile can be edited only once
- Must accept admission within deadline
- No acceptance = removal from selection list
- Unique mobile number required
- Gap certificate is not required anymore
Important Instructions for Institutions
- Must prepare and upload merit list on portal
- Physical document verification is mandatory
- Admission must be confirmed before 08 May 2026
- Late confirmation penalty: ₹5000 per day
- Cannot enroll students without consent
- Must update stream/subject changes in portal
Documents Needed to Apply ASSEB DARPAN Admission Portal
- Photograph of Passport Size.
- Active Mobile Number
- HSLC/AHM Pass Marksheet
- Caste Certificate (If Applicable)
- Disability Certificate (If Applicable).
- TGL or Ex-TGL Certificate (If Applicable).
- Gap Certificate (If Applicable).
DARPAN ASSEB Merit List 2026
The students will get seats in the schools/colleges according to their performance in the Assam HSLC Examination, 2026 in their application submitted schools/colleges. A student will be able to submit his/her application to multiple institutions for admission. The institute wise merit list of selected students will be published on the same portal a few days after the application process is over. Till now, council has not confirmed the date of release of merit list. After the release of the merit list, students will have to go to the DARPAN Portal and select the school/college of their choice. Note that Institute selection is a one-time and irreversible process so all of you are advised to proceed with caution. Also, students can change their subjects as per their wish with the help of their respective institutes.
Related: Assam HSLC Result 2026
How to Check Darpan Admission Merit List?
The Students who have already submit their application form in online mode in Darpan Portal for admission into HS 1st year under Assam State School Education Board (ASSEB) Division II (Formerly AHSEC) will be able to check their names in the merit list after the release in Official Website of DARPAN. The merit list will be prepared by the colleges and schools on the basis of their performance in the HSLC/AHM examination. The authority of ASSEB has asked all the institution under it to prepare the merit list within the stipulated time period and published it. After that the students will be able to check it by login on the portal. Students may follow these steps to get their merit list.
- Go to the official Admission Portal of DARPAN.
- Click on the Students Corner link.
- Now enter your Mobile Number, Date of Birth, Security PIN and click Login.
- After that a dashboard will open. Click on Application Submitted button.
- Now, you will see the names of all your application submitted colleges/schools.
- Check below the name of the college/school, you will get the details about your admission request.
- If you are selected, click on the Accept Admission Request link and accept your admission in the desired college/school.
Important Link Assam HS 1st Year Admission Portal
| Darpan Portal | Click Here |
| ASSEB Home | Click Here |
| Our Home Page | Click Here |
FAQs – Assam HS Admission 2026
1. When will HS admission 2026 start in Assam?
The application process starts from 12 April 2026.
2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 22 April 2026.
3. How many schools can I apply to?
You can apply to maximum 5 institutions.
4. Is gap certificate required?
No, it has been discontinued from 2025-26 session.
5. How will I know if I am selected?
You will get SMS notification + portal update.
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