The Department of Anthropology of Gurucharan University (erstwhile Gurucharan College) began its modest journey in July 1965 and became fully functional in November 1965 under the leadership of Dr. Amitava Das Gupta, the Founder Head of the Department. Established as one of the pioneering departments in the field of Anthropology in Southern Assam, the department has played an important role in promoting anthropological studies and research in the region. The Honours Course in Anthropology was introduced in 1986, expanding the academic opportunities for students interested in the discipline.