SAMS Odisha +2 First Merit List 2026 Released: Admission Schedule and Next Steps Explained
The School and Mass Education Department, Government of Odisha, has released the first merit list for +2 admissions under the SAMS Odisha 2026 session. This update marks the beginning of the admission phase for higher secondary education across the state’s government and private colleges affiliated with the Council of Higher Secondary Education (CHSE), Odisha.
Details of the First Merit List
The SAMS Odisha +2 first merit list includes the names of candidates shortlisted based on their performance in the 10th board examinations and other eligibility criteria. It is the initial step in the centralized admission process for +2 science, commerce, and arts streams.
Students who find their names on the merit list are eligible to participate in the admission process at their preferred colleges. The list is expected to be published on the official SAMS Odisha portal, though official confirmation is awaited.
Admission Schedule and Important Dates
| Event | Expected Date |
|---|---|
| Release of First Merit List | Early June 2024 (as per media reports) |
| Admission Confirmation for Selected Candidates | Mid June 2024 (tentative) |
| Second Merit List Release (if applicable) | Late June 2024 (expected) |
| Closure of Admission Process | July 2024 (likely) |
These dates are indicative and may be updated once official notifications are released by the SAMS Odisha authorities.
What Students Should Do Next
Candidates listed in the first merit list should prepare to complete the admission formalities within the stipulated time. This typically involves document verification, fee payment, and confirmation of the allotted seat.
Students are advised to keep their academic documents, identity proofs, and other required certificates ready for submission. Those not listed in the first merit list should await subsequent merit lists or counselling rounds.
Background of SAMS Odisha +2 Admission Process
The Student Academic Management System (SAMS) Odisha manages the centralized admission for +2 courses in the state. It facilitates transparent and merit-based seat allocation in government and private higher secondary schools and colleges affiliated with CHSE Odisha.
The process ensures equal opportunity for students across Odisha to secure admissions in streams of their choice based on their academic merit and preferences.
