Introduction
The SAMS Odisha +3 Admission 2026 is an online process for undergraduate courses managed by the Higher Education Department (HED), Odisha, through the Students Academic Management System (SAMS) portal. The spot round seat allotment list for +3 admission was released on August 12, 2026. Candidates who have been selected in this round need to complete their fee payment online by August 14, 2026. The waiting list was published earlier on August 8, 2026. You can check your admission status on the official website samsodisha.gov.in.
SAMS Odisha 2026 Admission - Quick Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | Higher Education Department (HED), Odisha |
| Mode of admission | Merit-based |
| Application mode | Online |
| Official website | samsodisha.gov.in |
| Programme level | Undergraduate (UG) |
| Programmes covered | BA, B.Sc (Hons), B.Com (Hons), and other UG courses |
SAMS Odisha Admission Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| SAMS Odisha CAF availability | May 27, 2026 |
| Last date to submit CAF application | June 16, 2026 |
| First round seat allotment publication | June 22, 2026 |
| First round fee payment & seat selection (Slide/Freeze/Float) | June 22-25, 2026 |
| First round college reporting & admission deadline | June 23-25, 2026 |
| First round admission data updation by HEIs | June 23-25, 2026 |
| Choice filling | July 8-12, 2026 |
| Second round seat allotment publication | July 20, 2026 |
| Second round fee payment & seat selection | July 20-23, 2026 |
| Second round college reporting & admission | July 21-23, 2026 |
| Second round admission data updation by HEIs | July 21-23, 2026 |
| Third round provisional selection list | July 29, 2026 |
| Online admission fee payment (third round) | July 29 - August 1, 2026 |
| Third round admission data updation by HEIs | July 30 - August 1, 2026 |
| Third round college reporting & admission | July 30 - August 1, 2026 |
| Last date of reporting at allotted institutions (third/final round) | August 5, 2026 |
| Last date of data updation for admitted students (third/final round) | August 5, 2026 |
| Publication of selected waitlisted applicants list | August 8, 2026 |
| Physical reporting of waitlisted applicants with documents at HEIs | August 10-11, 2026 |
| Publication of 4th merit list among reported waitlisted applicants (spot round) | August 12, 2026 |
| Reporting of waitlisted applicants for document validation, final admission & fee payment | August 13-14, 2026 |
SAMS Odisha +3 Merit List 2026
The fourth merit list, also known as the spot round seat allotment for SAMS Odisha +3 admission 2026, was published on August 12, 2026. Candidates can check the merit list by entering details such as district, college, stream, and subject on the official portal. The list shows important information including barcode, applicant's name, category, stream, marks, and subject. This merit list is available at scert.samsodisha.gov.in.
SAMS Odisha Admission Process: Slide, Float & Freeze
During the seat allotment rounds, the Higher Education Department offers three options to candidates to manage their seat preferences:
- Slide: Move to a better college or course if available.
- Float: Keep the current seat but also be considered for better options.
- Freeze: Accept the allotted seat and do not participate in further rounds.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: When did SAMS Odisha registration 2026 start?
A: The registration process began on May 27, 2026. - Q: How can I apply for SAMS Odisha UG admission?
A: Applications can be submitted online through the official website samsodisha.gov.in. - Q: What is the eligibility criteria for SAMS Odisha admission 2026?
A: Candidates must have passed Class 12 from a recognised board with at least 50% marks or hold a diploma after Class 10 from a recognised institution. - Q: What is the SAMS Odisha application fee?
A: General category candidates pay Rs 275, SC/ST candidates pay Rs 175, while PwD and transgender candidates are exempt from the fee. - Q: When was the SAMS Odisha spot round seat allotment released?
A: The spot round (fourth merit list) seat allotment was published on August 12, 2026.
