The Department of Higher Education (DHE), Government of Odisha has released the detailed schedule for Student Academic Management System (SAMS) Post Graduate (PG) admission process 2026-27. Candidates who wish for admission to postgraduate programs can check the counseling schedule on the official website of SAMS Odisha. The admission process is underway for PG courses offered by the participating state public universities and colleges under the SAMS portal. Candidates who have completed their graduation or an equivalent degree from a university recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) can apply for the admission process.
SAMS Odisha PG Admissions 2026 – Complete Schedule
Here’s a look at the key dates:
| event | date |
|---|---|
| Update of graduation marks or equivalent and blocking of choice | 27 July (from 15:00) to 2 August 2026 (until 23:45) |
| Result of the seat allocation of the first round | August 7, 2026 (4:00 p.m.) |
| Option to freeze, slide, float and pay the fee | Until August 11, 2026 (4:00 p.m.) |
| Reports to assigned institutes (Round 1) | From August 8 to August 11, 2026 |
| Data update by institutions (Day 1) | From August 8 to August 11, 2026 |
| Second round seat allocation result | August 17, 2026 (4:00 p.m.) |
| Option to freeze and pay the fee | 17 August (from 18:00) to 20 August 2026 (until 16:00) |
| Reports to assigned institutes (round 2) | From August 18 to 20, 2026 |
| Data update by institutions (Round 2) | From August 18 to 20, 2026 |
| List of candidates on the waiting list for the third round | August 25, 2026 (2:00 p.m.) |
| Reports to assigned institutes (Round 3) | From August 28 to August 29, 2026 |
| Waiting List Merit List | August 31, 2026 (2:00 p.m.) |
| Start of PG classes | August 21, 2026 |
| Final admission and document verification | From September 1 to September 2, 2026 |
| Phase II admissions | According to the vacancy |
Who can apply?
Candidates who have completed graduation or an equivalent course from a university recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) can apply for PG admissions 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 official portal before participating in the admission process. The brochure contains detailed information about eligibility, counselling, document verification, seat allotment and other admission related guidelines. Applicants are also advised to complete the choice lock process before the deadline and check the official website regularly for the latest updates and announcements related to the admission process.