Odisha UG Merit List 2026: 3rd Merit List Released on July 29
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Higher Education Department (HED), Government of Odisha |
| Post / Exam Name | Odisha UG (+3) Admission 2026 |
| Result / Merit List Date | July 29, 2026 |
| Result Stage | 3rd Merit List (Round 3 Selection) |
| Next Steps | Fee payment by August 1, 2026 → Report to allotted college with original documents |
Result / Merit List Details
| Programme / Post | Result Type | Round / Stage | Roll Number / List Availability | Qualifying Status | Publication Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UG (+3) Degree | 3rd Merit List (Selection List) | Round 3 | SAMS Odisha portal — samsodisha.gov.in | Selected candidates must complete fee payment | July 29, 2026 |
How to Check Results Online
- Visit samsodisha.gov.in.
- Go to the "Degree (+3)" option on the homepage.
- Click on the "Merit List" option.
- Select your District, College, Stream, and Subject.
- The SAMS Odisha 3rd merit list will be displayed on screen.
- Check your name, barcode, category, and percentage of marks.
- Download and take a printout for future reference.
Cut-Off Marks, Merit List & Next Steps
- Total UG Seats Available (2026): 2,87,519
- Applicants in First Phase: 2,37,200
- 3rd Merit List Selected: 53,656 students (21,879 male, 31,773 female, 4 transgender)
- Cumulative Admissions After Round 3: 1,18,630 (Rounds 1 + 2 + 3 combined)
- Fee Payment Deadline for Round 3 Allottees: August 1, 2026
- Round 4 Merit List Release Date: August 4, 2026
- Selection Basis: Merit secured in Class 12 (+2) or equivalent examination
- Admission Process: Log in to SAMS Odisha → Verify allotted college/stream/subject → Pay admission fee online → Report to allotted college with original documents
- Candidates not selected in Round 3 or seeking an upgrade should watch for the 4th merit list on August 4, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
| # | Question | Answer |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | When was the Odisha UG 3rd merit list 2026 released? | The Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha, released the third merit list on July 29, 2026. |
| Q2 | How many students were selected in the SAMS Odisha 3rd merit list? | A total of 53,656 students were selected — 21,879 male, 31,773 female, and 4 transgender candidates. |
| Q3 | What is the last date to pay the admission fee after the 3rd merit list? | Candidates selected in Round 3 must complete fee payment by August 1, 2026. |
| Q4 | When will the Odisha UG 4th merit list be released? | The fourth merit list is scheduled for release on August 4, 2026 at samsodisha.gov.in. |
| Q5 | How can I check my name in the SAMS Odisha merit list? | Visit samsodisha.gov.in, go to "Degree (+3)", click "Merit List", and select your district, college, stream, and subject. |
Important Links
| Link Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification / Advertisement | Coming Soon |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Check Result | Click Here |