Odisha CPET 2026 Results OUT: SAMS Merit List & Scorecard

The Odisha Common Post Graduate Entrance Test (CPET) 2026 result has been officially declared by the Higher Education Department, Odisha. Candidates who appeared for the examination can now access their merit list, rank details, and individual scorecards through the official SAMS Odisha portal.

The result marks an important milestone in the PG admission process across state universities and government colleges in Odisha.

Latest Update on Odisha CPET 2026 Result

The CPET 2026 merit list and scorecards are now available online for all registered candidates. Students can check their results by logging into the official SAMS Odisha portal using their hall ticket number.

Official portals:

• SAMS Odisha PG Admission Portal: https://pg.samsodisha.gov.in/
• Direct Merit List / Scorecard Page: https://resultspg.samsodisha.gov.in/ResultPG/PGMeritList
• CPET Merit List and Scorecard: https://resultspg.samsodisha.gov.in/ResultPG/PGMeritList
• Student Login Page: https://pg.samsodisha.gov.in/ManageStudent/UserRegistration.aspx

Candidates are advised to download and save their scorecards for future counselling and admission procedures.

What is Odisha CPET 2026?

The Common Post Graduate Entrance Test (CPET) is conducted for admission into postgraduate courses in Odisha state universities and affiliated colleges. It serves as the primary entrance exam for:

• MA (Arts)
• MSc (Science)
• MCom (Commerce)
• MBA and MCA (in selected institutions)
• Other postgraduate programmes under SAMS Odisha

Admission is strictly based on CPET rank, reservation policy, and counselling performance.

Odisha CPET 2026 Result Highlights

• Result Declaration Date: July 2, 2026
• Mode of Result: Online
• Exam Authority: Higher Education Department, Odisha
• Result Type: State-wise and Subject-wise Merit List
• Score System: Out of 100 marks
• Admission Basis: Rank and counselling process
• Official Website: https://pg.samsodisha.gov.in/

Details Mentioned in CPET 2026 Scorecard

The CPET 2026 scorecard includes the following information:

• Candidate name
• Roll number / application number
• Subject appeared for
• Category (UR, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwD)
• Total marks obtained
• State rank
• Category rank
• Qualifying status

Odisha CPET 2026 Merit List Explained

The merit list is prepared based on:

• Marks obtained in the entrance examination
• Subject-wise performance
• Reservation norms as per government rules

SAMS Odisha releases multiple merit lists:

• State-wide merit list
• Subject-wise merit list
• Category-wise merit list

These rankings determine seat allocation in participating universities and colleges.

Participating Universities Under CPET 2026

Major universities participating in CPET counselling include:

• Utkal University, Bhubaneswar
• Ravenshaw University, Cuttack
• Sambalpur University, Sambalpur
• Berhampur University, Berhampur
• Fakir Mohan University, Balasore
• Rama Devi Women’s University, Bhubaneswar
• Khallikote University, Berhampur
• North Odisha University, Baripada

What Happens After CPET 2026 Result?

After the declaration of results, the admission process moves to counselling:

1. Counselling Registration

Candidates must register on the SAMS portal for postgraduate admission.

2. Choice Filling

Students must select:

• Course preference
• College preference
• University preference

3. Seat Allotment Process

• First round allotment
• Second round allotment
• Final or spot admission round

4. Reporting to College

Selected candidates must report to allotted institutions for document verification and admission confirmation.

Candidates should carefully review their rank and scorecard before proceeding to counselling. Timely registration and correct choice filling are crucial for securing admission in preferred colleges.

Students are advised to keep all required documents ready and regularly check the SAMS portal for counselling updates.

Students who have appeared for CPET 2026 should immediately download their scorecard from the official portal and complete the counselling registration process without delay. Early action increases the chances of securing admission in top postgraduate institutions in Odisha.