The Odisha B.Ed Entrance Exam Notification 2026 has been officially released by the Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha through the Student Academic Management System (SAMS). This notification announces admission to B.Ed, B.H.Ed, and M.Ed programmes for the academic session 2026–27.
Candidates seeking admission into teacher education courses in Odisha can now check complete details including eligibility, important dates, exam pattern, syllabus, and application process.
Odisha B.Ed Entrance Exam 2026 Overview
The Odisha B.Ed Entrance Examination is a state-level entrance test conducted for admission into various teacher education programmes across the state.
Key Highlights:
- Exam Name: Odisha B.Ed Entrance Examination 2026
- Conducting Authority: Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha
- Admission Platform: SAMS Odisha (Student Academic Management System)
- Courses Offered: B.Ed, B.H.Ed, M.Ed
- Academic Session: 2026–27
- Application Mode: Online (CAF – Common Application Form)
- Official Portal: te.samsodisha.gov.in
Odisha B.Ed 2026 Important Dates
Candidates must keep track of all important events related to the Odisha B.Ed Entrance Exam 2026.
- Notification Release Date: 20 March 2026
- Application Start Date: 23 March 2026 (11:00 AM)
- Last Date to Apply: 06 April 2026 (11:45 PM)
- CAF Editing Window: 07 April 2026
- Data Submission to SSB: 13 April 2026
- Admit Card Release: 27 May 2026 (02:00 PM onwards)
- Exam Date: 31 May 2026 (Sunday)
Odisha B.Ed Notification 2026 PDF Download
The official notification (government memo) details eligibility, dates, reservation, exam pattern, syllabus outline, fees, centres, and more.
Notification Download Link:
Candidates should also cross-check the same from the SAMS Teacher Education section at Click Here.
Odisha B.Ed Notification 2026 PDF (Government memo copy): Click here to download
Eligibility Criteria for Odisha B.Ed 2026
Before applying, candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility requirements.
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree in Arts/Science/Commerce with minimum 50% marks
- Reserved categories (SC/ST/SEBC): 45% marks
- Engineering/Technology candidates: 55% marks
Domicile Requirement
- Must be an Indian citizen
- Should be a permanent resident of Odisha as per official guidelines
Age Limit
- Age criteria and relaxation rules apply as per government norms
- Detailed age limits are available in the official brochure
Subject Requirements
- Candidates must fulfill subject-specific eligibility as mentioned in the SAMS prospectus
How to Apply for Odisha B.Ed Entrance Exam 2026
Candidates can follow the step-by-step process below to apply online:
- Visit the official SAMS Teacher Education portal
- Register as a new user using mobile number and email ID
- Log in and select the B.Ed 2026 course
- Fill in personal, academic, and category details carefully
- Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates)
- Choose preferred exam centre
- Pay the application fee through online mode
- Submit the application form and take a printout
Application Fee Details
- General / SEBC: ₹500
- SC / ST / PwD: ₹300
(Exact fee should be verified during payment on the official portal)
Odisha B.Ed Entrance Exam Pattern 2026
Understanding the exam pattern is crucial for preparation.
- Mode: Offline (OMR-based)
- Total Questions: 100 MCQs
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Marking Scheme: +1 for each correct answer
- Negative Marking: As per official notification
Sections Included:
- General English
- General Awareness
- Reasoning Ability
- Teaching Aptitude
- Subject-Specific (Arts/Science)
Odisha B.Ed 2026 Syllabus
The syllabus is based on graduation-level knowledge and general aptitude.
General English
- Grammar, vocabulary, comprehension
- Synonyms, antonyms, idioms
General Awareness
- Current affairs
- Indian history, polity, geography
- General science
Reasoning Ability
- Logical reasoning
- Series, coding-decoding
- Puzzles and analogies
Teaching Aptitude
- Learner psychology
- Classroom management
- Teaching methods
Subject-Specific Topics
- Based on graduation subjects (Arts/Science stream)
Admit Card 2026
The Odisha B.Ed Admit Card 2026 will be available online.
- Release Date: 27 May 2026
- Candidates must log in to download the hall ticket
- It contains exam centre, roll number, and instructions
Odisha B.Ed Result 2026
The result will be published online after the examination.
- Available on the SAMS portal
- Candidates can check using login credentials
- Merit list will be prepared for counselling and seat allotment
Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Notification | Odisha B.Ed Entrance Exam Notification 2026 PDF – Click to Download (verify also on SAMS portal) |
| Official Website | SAMS Odisha – Click Here / Teacher Education – Click Here |
| Admit Card | Odisha B.Ed Admit Card 2026 – to be updated at Click Here |
| Result | Odisha B.Ed Entrance Result 2026 – to be updated at Click Here |
Odisha B.Ed Entrance Exam 2026 FAQs
Q1. When was Odisha B.Ed Notification 2026 released?
The notification was released on 20 March 2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for Odisha B.Ed 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 06 April 2026.
Q3. Who conducts the Odisha B.Ed Entrance Exam?
The exam is managed by SAMS Odisha under the Higher Education Department.
Q4. What is the minimum qualification for Odisha B.Ed 2026?
A graduation degree with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved categories).
Q5. How can I apply for Odisha B.Ed 2026?
Candidates must apply online through the SAMS Teacher Education portal.
