The Odisha B.Ed Entrance Examination 2026 registration process begins today, March 23, at 11 AM, on the official SAMS Odisha portal. Candidates seeking admission to the two-year Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) programme across government and private colleges in the state can apply online once the link is activated.The entrance exam is conducted under the Student Academic Management System (SAMS) managed by the Higher Education Department, Odisha. It serves as the primary gateway for admission to B.Ed and B.H.Ed programmes across the state.Candidates are advised to keep all necessary documents ready and complete the application process well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Odisha B.Ed 2026: Important dates
As per the official schedule released at the SAMS Odisha portal, the application window for B.Ed programme will begin March 23 onwards. Check all the important dates below:
Who is eligible to apply?
Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Arts, Science, or Social Science with at least 50% marks, while candidates belonging to reserved categories are eligible for relaxation as per government norms. Those with an engineering background must have secured a minimum of 55% marks to be eligible for the Odisha B.Ed Entrance Examination 2026.
How to apply for Odisha B.Ed 2026
Once the application portal opens online, candidates can follow these steps to register:
- Visit the official SAMS Odisha website
- Click on the B.Ed entrance application link
- Register using basic details
- Fill out the Common Application Form (CAF)
- Upload required documents
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit and download the confirmation page
With the application window opening today, candidates are advised to keep all required documents ready and complete the process early to avoid last-minute technical issues. Since the registration start date has seen a last-minute shift, applicants should regularly check the official website for confirmation and updates.
