Department of Higher Education (DHE), Government of Odisha has released the detailed schedule of Student Academic Management System (SAMS) Postgraduate (PG) Admission 2026-27. Aspirants for admission to higher programs can check the counseling process on the official website of SAMS Odisha. The admission process is being conducted for the PG courses offered by the state government universities and colleges under the SAMS website. Candidates who have completed their degree or equivalent qualification from a university recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) are eligible to apply for admission.
SAMS Odisha PG Admission 2026: Full Procedure
Here are the important dates:
| An event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Change of graduation or equivalent marks is optional closure | July 27 (from 3 PM) to August 2, 2026 (until 11:45 PM) |
| The result of rounding the seat 1 | August 7, 2026 (4 PM) |
| Freeze, Slide, Float option and pay a fee | Until August 11, 2026 (4 PM) |
| Reporting to assigned agencies (Round 1) | August 8 to August 11, 2026 |
| Change of data and entities (Line 1) | August 8 to August 11, 2026 |
| Round 2 seat results | August 17, 2026 (4 PM) |
| Stopping the route and paying a fine | August 17 (from 6 PM) to August 20, 2026 (until 4 PM) |
| Reporting to assigned agencies (Round 2) | August 18 to August 20, 2026 |
| Changes in data and organizations (Line 2) | August 18 to August 20, 2026 |
| Round 3 waiting list | August 25, 2026 (2 PM) |
| Reporting to assigned agencies (Round 3) | August 28 to August 29, 2026 |
| Waitlist merit list | August 31, 2026 (2 PM) |
| Commencement of PG classes | August 21, 2026 |
| Final approval and verification of documents | September 1 to September 2, 2026 |
| Validation of Part II | As in the seat of opportunity |
Who can apply?
Candidates who have completed their degree or equivalent course from a university recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) are eligible to apply for PG through the SAMS Odisha portal. Important instructions The Department of Higher Education has advised candidates to carefully read the Common Prospectus (CP) available on the SAMS admission portal before participating in the admission process. The prospectus contains information about eligibility, counseling, document verification, seat allotment and other admission related guidelines. Applicants are also advised to complete the closing process before the due date and check the official website for the latest updates and announcements related to the admission process.