Odisha B.Ed. Admission 2026: Entrance Exam Date, Syllabus & Apply Online

Odisha B.Ed. Admission 2026: The Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha has released the notification for the 2-year B.Ed., B.H.Ed. and M.Ed. Entrance Test for the 2026-27 academic session. Admission runs through the Student Academic Management System (SAMS) Odisha portal.

Quick Answer: Odisha B.Ed./B.H.Ed./M.Ed. admission for 2026-27 is entrance-test based, through SAMS Odisha. The Common Application Form opens 23 March 2026, the B.Ed. entrance exam is on 31 May 2026, and B.H.Ed./M.Ed. exams are on 3 June 2026.

Quick Highlights

• Conducted By: Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha
• Courses: B.Ed., B.H.Ed., M.Ed. (2-year programmes)
• Admission Mode: Entrance Test, through SAMS Odisha
• CAF Starts: 23 March 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 6 April 2026
• B.Ed. Exam Date: 31 May 2026

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Official Website: samsodisha.gov.in

Odisha B.Ed. Admission Overview

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Important Dates

Key Admission Rules and Eligibility

• Admission is made purely on the basis of scores obtained in the Entrance Test.
• Candidates whose UG results are still awaited can still apply and appear for the Entrance Examination.
• To be considered for a scholarship, candidates must upload Residence, Income, and Caste Certificates while filling the Common Application Form (CAF).
• Once a seat is allocated, choosing either “Freeze” or “Slide” is mandatory. Not selecting an option removes the candidate from subsequent counselling rounds.

Understanding the Counselling Process

• Freeze: Choose this if satisfied with the allotted college. The admission fee must be paid online, followed by a visit to the college (HEI) to complete formalities.
• Slide: Choose this to accept the current seat while waiting for a higher-preference college in the next round. The admission fee must still be paid online.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official portal: www.samsodisha.gov.in.
2. Click on the B.Ed./B.H.Ed./M.Ed. section under Higher Education.
3. Register and fill out the Common Application Form (CAF) carefully.
4. Pay the application fee online.
5. Download and print your application for future reference.

Important Instructions

• Once a seat is allotted, always select Freeze or Slide before the deadline; skipping this step drops you from later counselling rounds.
• Keep your Residence, Income and Caste Certificates ready before filling the CAF, if applying for a scholarship.
• For any queries, contact the e-Admission Helpline (toll-free): 155335 or 1800-345-6770.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. When does the Odisha B.Ed. entrance exam happen?
The B.Ed. entrance exam is on 31 May 2026 (Sunday), and B.H.Ed./M.Ed. exams are on 3 June 2026.

Q2. What is the last date to apply online?
The Common Application Form must be submitted by 6 April 2026, 11:45 PM.

Q3. Can final year UG students apply?
Yes, candidates whose UG results are awaited can still apply and appear for the entrance exam.

Q4. What documents are needed for a scholarship?
Residence, Income, and Caste Certificates must be uploaded while filling the CAF.

Q5. What happens if I don’t choose Freeze or Slide after seat allotment?
You are removed from the subsequent counselling rounds.

Q6. What is the difference between Freeze and Slide?
Freeze means you accept the allotted college and complete admission there. Slide means you accept the current seat but wait for a better college in the next round; you still need to pay the admission fee.

Q7. When does the admit card release?
Admit card download starts on 27 May 2026, at 2:00 PM.

Q8. How is admission decided?
Purely on the marks scored in the Entrance Test; there is no other selection criterion.

Q9. Where can I apply for Odisha B.Ed./B.H.Ed./M.Ed. admission?
On the SAMS Odisha portal, www.samsodisha.gov.in, under the Higher Education section.

Q10. Who can I contact for admission-related queries?
The e-Admission Helpline (toll-free) at 155335 or 1800-345-6770.

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