The Directorate of Higher Secondary Education under the School and Mass Education Department, Government of Odisha, has announced the official guidelines for Phase-II Online Admission into vacant seats of Higher Secondary Schools. This admission drive is specially designed for Class XI students for the academic session 2026-27. If you missed the Phase-I admission or want to secure a seat in your preferred school from the remaining vacant slots, this is your ultimate opportunity.

The entire admission process is conducted online through the Student Academic Management System (SAMS) portal. In this Phase-II admission cycle, the selection will be done purely on a merit basis to fill the remaining vacant seats. Read on to get all the details about eligibility criteria, important dates, step-by-step application procedures, and essential instructions to secure your admission successfully.

Recruitment Overview

Although this is an academic admission process rather than a recruitment drive, the School and Mass Education Department, Government of Odisha, manages this systematic intake of students under strict government norms. Below is the quick overview of the Phase-II admission details:

What Has Changed / Admission Details

The Phase-II admission process is specifically designed to fill up the seats that remain vacant after the completion of Phase-I admissions in various Higher Secondary Schools across Odisha. Unlike the first phase, this phase does not carry any reservation benefits or weightage points. Every applicant will compete on an equal footing, and the selection will be decided purely on the marks obtained in the Class 10/HSC board exams.

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Students must keep in mind that they can edit their Common Application Form (CAF) up to a maximum of four times only. Additionally, students who take a Transfer Certificate (TC) during the critical window of 7th September 2026 to 16th September 2026 will lose their eligibility to participate in the online SPOT selection round.

Eligibility Criteria & Qualification

Before filling out the Common Application Form (CAF), applicants must ensure they fulfill the basic educational criteria set by the Directorate of Higher Secondary Education, Odisha.

Application Fee & Important Dates

Understanding the fee structure and keeping track of the deadlines is very important to avoid any mistakes during the admission process. The fee and timeline details are given below:

Application Fee Details

The Common Application Form (CAF) fee must be paid online through the SAMS portal. The fee breakdown is as follows:

Important Dates

Keep a close eye on these official dates to make sure you do not miss any critical deadlines during this admission cycle:

How to Apply

Candidates must apply online for the Phase-II admission using the SAMS Odisha portal. Follow these simple steps to fill out your form smoothly:

1. Visit the official website of SAMS Odisha at www.samsodisha.gov.in.
2. On the homepage, click on the “Higher Secondary School (+2)” link.
3. If you are a new user, click on “New Student Registration” and create your login credentials. If you are already registered, log in using your registered mobile number and password.
4. Find the link for the Common Application Form (CAF) for Phase-II Admission.
5. Carefully read the “Common Prospectus” available on the portal before filling out the form.
6. Fill in all your personal details, educational qualifications, and preferred school choices carefully.
7. Make sure to double-check your options. You can edit your CAF up to four times if you make any errors.
8. Pay the required CAF application fee online using net banking, debit card, or UPI (if you are not exempted).
9. Review your entries, submit the form, and download the printout of your submitted CAF for future admission processes.

Documents Required During Admission

Make sure you have the following original documents ready for physical verification at the allotted Higher Secondary School:

• Printout of the filled Common Application Form (CAF)
• Original High School Certificate (HSC) or equivalent board certificate
• Original Higher Secondary School Leaving Certificate (HSSLC) / School Leaving Certificate (SLC)
• Original Conduct Certificate from your previous school
• Other relevant documents required by the school for verification purposes
• passport size photograph

About the Organization

The Directorate of Higher Secondary Education, Odisha, functions under the School & Mass Education Department, Government of Odisha. The primary objective of this body is to manage and standardize higher secondary education (+2 level) in the state of Odisha. By introducing the Student Academic Management System (SAMS), the department has completely digitized the admission system, making it highly transparent, merit-based, and student-friendly.

SAMS assists students across the state in securing admission into Arts, Science, Commerce, Vocational, and Upashastri streams through a single window online network. This has drastically reduced the paperwork and saved time and effort for students and parents alike.

Why Candidates Should Act Promptly

It is highly recommended that students do not wait until the last date to submit their forms. Due to heavy traffic on the SAMS website towards the deadline, candidates might face technical glitches or server slow-downs. Since Phase-II does not have any reservation system, securing your application on time is extremely vital. Keep in mind that no claims for any vacancies arising after 31st August 2026 for Phase-II, and after 16th September 2026 for SPOT Selection, will be entertained by the authorities. Submit your CAF early, lock your choices carefully, and secure your seat hassle-free.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the selection criteria for Phase-II vacant seat admissions? Admissions into the vacant seats during Phase-II are made purely on a merit basis, without applying any reservation policies or weightage criteria.

2. Who is exempted from paying the CAF fee for Phase-II admission? Applicants of Phase-I who submitted their CAF but were not selected in any Higher Secondary School, or candidates whose errors were corrected during the Phase-I 2nd Selection/SPOT process and remained unselected, are fully exempted from paying any additional CAF fee.

3. Can I edit my Common Application Form (CAF) after submission? Yes, candidates are allowed to edit their submitted Common Application Form (CAF) on the SAMS portal up to four times only.

4. Are candidates who took a Transfer Certificate (TC) eligible for online SPOT admission? No. Applicants who take a Transfer Certificate (TC) from 7th September 2026 to 16th September 2026 are not eligible to participate in the online SPOT selection process.

5. Is the School Leaving Certificate (HSSLC) generated automatically with the SPOT Intimation Letter? No, for the SPOT Selection process, the Higher Secondary School Leaving Certificate (HSSLC) will not be generated automatically along with the Intimation Letter.

6. What is the last date to apply online for Phase-II Admission? The last date to submit the online Common Application Form (CAF) is 31st August 2026 (until 11:45 PM).

7. Where can I find the official notification PDF for these guidelines? The official notification PDF can be accessed directly from the official SAMS website or through this link: Download Guidelines PDF.

8. When will the Phase-II 1st Selection Merit List be published? The Phase-II 1st Selection Merit List will be published on 3rd September 2026 at 04:00 PM on the SAMS Odisha portal.

9. Can a student who got their 1st choice HSS in Phase-II participate in the SPOT Selection? No, the Phase-II SPOT Selection process is not open to candidates who successfully secure admission to their 1st choice Higher Secondary School in the Phase-II 1st Selection list.

10. What should I do before filling out the SAMS CAF? Applicants and their parents or guardians must thoroughly read the official “Common Prospectus” available on the SAMS portal before filling and submitting the online application.

11. Is there an age limit for Class XI Phase-II admissions? No specific age limit has been mentioned in the official admission guidelines released by the Directorate of Higher Secondary Education, Odisha.