Odisha SAMS PG Phase 2 Counselling 2026 Registration Begins at pg.samsodisha.gov.in; Check Last Date to Apply

Odisha's Department of Higher Education (DHE) has issued a fresh notification. It has opened SAMS PG Phase 2 registration on the official portal. The portal address is pg.samsodisha.gov.in for the 2026-27 academic session.

The Student Academic Management System (SAMS) Phase 2 admission covers vacant seats. These seats remained unfilled after the main counselling round. Fresh applicants can also register during this Phase 2 window.

SAMS PG Phase 2 Counselling 2026 Important Dates

The complete Phase 2 schedule released by DHE Odisha is given below. Candidates should note every deadline carefully to avoid missing any step.

Who Can Apply for SAMS PG Phase 2 2026?

Fresh candidates who missed the main round can register now. Applicants unallotted in Phase 1 are also eligible to reapply. Those who did not join their allotted seat can try again.

Candidates must hold a graduation degree or an equivalent qualification. The specific eligibility depends on the chosen PG programme and institution.

How to Register for SAMS PG Phase 2 2026?

The entire application process is online through the official SAMS portal. Follow the steps listed below to complete the Phase 2 registration.

1. Visit the official website at pg.samsodisha.gov.in.
2. Click on the new applicant registration link on the homepage.
3. Fill in personal, academic, and contact details in the CAF.
4. Upload the required documents and photograph as per specifications.
5. Select and lock preferred colleges and PG programmes carefully.
6. Pay the applicable application fee through the online payment gateway.
7. Submit the form and download the confirmation copy for records.

What Happens After the Seat Allotment?

The provisional seat allotment result will be released on September 24, 2026. Waitlisted candidates must physically report to their allotted institution within the given window.

The reporting slot runs from September 29 to September 30, 2026. Candidates must carry the CAF printout and all original documents for verification.

Re-Admission Request Deadline Extended

The DHE has also extended the Re-Admission Request and Verification Module deadline. Students can now access this facility until September 20, 2026 (11:45 PM).

The extension applies to the Student Login and respective HEI e-Space sections. It supports students seeking readmission before Phase 2 seat allotment.

Action Plan for Candidates

1. Log in to pg.samsodisha.gov.in and check the vacant seat status.
2. Keep the graduation marksheet, ID proof, and photograph ready.
3. Complete the CAF submission before September 21, 2026 (11:45 PM).
4. Track allotment status on September 24, 2026 through the SAMS portal.
5. Report to the allotted HEI with originals during the reporting window.