Assam

Guwahati

Gateway to Northeast

58/100
Average
Rs 7k+1BHK Rent
AQI 63Moderate
Use normal cautionSafety
Needs researchSettlement fit

City At a Glance

Population
9.6 L
Census estimate
Area
328 km²
Elevation
55m
above sea level
Avg Temp
24°C
annual average
Cost Index
Low
City Type
Tier 2
State
Assam
Coordinates
26.14°N
91.74°E

Livability Scores

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Education56
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Healthcare52
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Safety58
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Cost of Living69
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AQI57
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Transport52
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Lifestyle56
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Economy59
Weather63
National average
Best For
NortheastScenicRiverside
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Flats in Guwahati

Employee-listed · No broker spam

1 active

3 BHK · MRD Road Bamunimaidan, opposite Government Press Bus stop

₹27K–₹30K/mo

Sanjukta, IOCL

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Air Quality Index

63
Satisfactory
Safe for most people outdoors
Good050
Satisfactory51100
Moderate101200
Poor201300
Very Poor301400
Severe401500
Source: CPCB via OpenAQ
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Climate & Rainfall

Avg Temp
24°C
Hottest
30°C
Coolest
19°C
Annual Rain
2400mm
J
F
M
A
M
Jun
J
A
S
O
N
D
Hot ≥33°CWarm 30–32°CPleasantRainfall

Source: IMD historical averages · Current month highlighted

City Essentials

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Top Hospitals

GMCH (Gauhati Medical College)
Government Teaching Hospital
Maps ↗
AIIMS Guwahati
AIIMS
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GNRC Hospital
Private Hospital
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Key Institutions

IIT Guwahati
IIT
Maps ↗
Gauhati University
State University
Maps ↗
AIIMS Guwahati
AIIMS
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Transport Hubs

Shillong Airport
55 km away
Maps ↗
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport
16 km away
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ASTC
ISBT / State Bus
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Cultural Climate

Assamese dominant; Hindi increasingly common. Some adjustment needed for non-NE Indians.

Migrant Openness
Moderate
Language Barrier
Moderate
PSU Presence
Strong presence
City Character

Gateway to Northeast India. Assamese culture with significant mainland Indian presence.

Neighbourhoods

5 localities mapped in Guwahati

Rent ranges, schools, hospitals and vibe — area by area.

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PSU Transfer FAQ

Common questions before moving to Guwahati

Is Guwahati a good PSU transfer posting for families?

Guwahati scores 58/100 on CityDex. For PSU and government families, the strongest signals are schools, hospitals, rent levels, safety, and language comfort.

What should I check before accepting a transfer to Guwahati?

Check KV or CBSE school access, CGHS or reliable hospital coverage, 1BHK/2BHK rent, commute to office or township, safety, and whether your family is comfortable with the local language and climate.

How expensive is Guwahati for a transferred employee?

Guwahati is marked as Low cost of living on CityDex. Use the rent and essentials sections to compare expected housing and monthly expenses before finalizing accommodation.

How is air quality in Guwahati?

Current air quality guidance for Guwahati is Moderate. Families with children or elderly parents should also check seasonal pollution patterns before choosing a locality.

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