SAMS Odisha Phase 2 & Spot Vacant Seat Admission 2026: The Directorate of Higher Secondary Education, Odisha, has officially announced the Phase-II e-Admission notification for Class XI against vacant seats in Arts, Science, Commerce, Upashastri, and Vocational streams. Students who could not secure admission in Phase-I or are applying fresh can submit their Common Application Form (CAF) online via the SAMS Odisha portal. Below is the complete detail on eligibility, schedule, application fees, guidelines, and step-by-step procedure.
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SAMS Odisha +2 Phase-II & Spot Admission 2026 Key Highlights
This table summarizes all the essential information regarding the Class 11 vacant seat e-Admission process across Higher Secondary Schools in Odisha for the 2026-27 academic session.
| Organization Name | Directorate of Higher Secondary Education, Odisha |
|---|---|
| Academic Session | 2026–2027 |
| Admission Type | Vacant Seat e-Admission (Phase-II) & SPOT Selection |
| Eligible Classes / Streams | Class XI (Arts, Science, Commerce, Upashastri, Vocational) |
| Affiliated Boards | CHSE (O) and Shree Jagannath Sanskrit University, Puri |
| Official Portal | www.samsodisha.gov.in |
| Application Start Date | 24th August 2026 (10:00 AM) |
SAMS Odisha Class 11 Phase 2 Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must satisfy the basic qualification requirements set by the department before applying for Phase-II e-Admission. Make sure you fulfill the following parameters to ensure your application is valid.
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed the High School Certificate (HSC) examination conducted by BSE, Odisha, or an equivalent examination board.
- Reservation & Weightage: No reservation or weightage claims shall be considered for the vacant seat admission process under Phase-II.
SAMS Odisha +2 Phase-II & Spot Admission 2026 Important Dates & Timeline
Check the key schedule for CAF submission, merit list publications, reporting dates, and SPOT selection stages for the Phase-II admission session.
| Sl. No. | Activities | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Availability of Online Common Application Form (CAF) in www.samsodisha.gov.in for Vacant Seat Admission | 24.08.2026 (10:00 AM) |
| 2 | Last date of applying online CAF through www.samsodisha.gov.in | 31.08.2026 (11:45 PM) |
| 3 | Publication of Phase-II 1st selection merit list | 03.09.2026 (04:00 PM) |
| 4 | Reporting of selected candidates at the Selected Higher Secondary School (HSS) for admission data updation | 07.09.2026 (10:00 AM) |
| 5 | Last date of reporting of selected candidates at the Selected HSS for admission data updation | 10.09.2026 (05:00 PM) |
| 6 | Last date for admission data updation and error correction by HSSs in SAMS e-Space login | 11.09.2026 (06:00 PM) |
| 7 | Choice Locking facility under Phase-II Online SPOT Selection admission available for applicants | 12.09.2026 (10:00 AM) |
| 8 | Last date for submission of Choice Locking for Phase-II online SPOT admission | 16.09.2026 (11:45 PM) |
| 9 | Publication of the online SPOT selection merit and waiting list (10 times to the balance sheet) | 21.09.2026 (03:00 PM) |
| 10 | Reporting & admission updation of candidates (merit list only) for online SPOT admission in HSS | 22.09.2026 to 25.09.2026 (06:00 PM) |
| 11 | Registration of candidates (handwritten application) from waiting list at selected HSSs if vacancy exists | 26.09.2026 (09:00 AM to 03:00 PM) |
| 12 | Publication of merit list at HSS level out of registered waiting list candidates | 26.09.2026 (04:30 PM) |
| 13 | Admission data updation of students who took admission in SPOT Selection by HSSs in e-Space | 28.09.2026 (10:00 AM) to 29.09.2026 (04:00 PM) |
Important Application Instructions & Rules
Candidates and parents must follow specific instructions provided by the Directorate of Higher Secondary Education before submitting the CAF form. Misstatements or wrong submissions can lead to cancellation.
- Read Prospectus: Applicants and parents/guardians should carefully review the Common Prospectus before submitting the online form.
- Online Fee Payment: The CAF fee must be paid exclusively via online mode as detailed in the prospectus.
- Phase-I Re-applicants: Candidates who applied in Phase-I e-Admission 2026-27 but were not selected in any HSS can re-apply using their existing login without paying an additional CAF fee.
- Error Corrected Candidates: Applicants whose errors were corrected in Phase-I 2nd Selection or SPOT Selection but remained unselected are also exempt from paying the CAF fee again.
- Fresh CAF Fee Requirement: Candidates admitted in Phase-I but who selected not to take admission, failed to apply CAF in Phase-I, or are fresh applicants must submit a fresh CAF along with the required fee.
- Edit Limit: Applicants can edit their Common Application Form (CAF) up to four times.
- Apply Yourself: Choose your preferred HSS options personally and do not let others fill options on your behalf.
- Vacancy Check: The list of Higher Secondary Schools with available vacant seats will be provided on the SAMS portal for reference.
- Document Verification: Original documents must be verified at the chosen HSS during admission.
- SPOT Eligibility: Phase-II 1st Selection candidates admitted to their 1st choice HSS are not eligible for Phase-II SPOT selection. Fresh candidates unable to apply CAF for Phase-II 1st selection are also ineligible for Phase-II online SPOT selection.
- Choice Locking for SPOT: Selected and non-selected candidates (Phase-II, 1st Selection) can lock fresh choices during Phase-II SPOT selection.
- Documents Required at Joining: Students selected in a different HSS must bring their original HSSLC, cancelled SLC, and Conduct Certificate from the previous institution.
How to Apply Online for SAMS Odisha Phase 2 Admission 2026
Follow these quick steps to fill out the online Common Application Form smoothly through the official portal. Ensure you have an active mobile number and valid email address ready.
- Visit the official website: www.samsodisha.gov.in.
- Select Higher Secondary School (+2) under the School & Mass Education department section.
- Fresh Applicants: Register using your active mobile number and email ID to generate login credentials.
- Previously Registered Applicants: Log in directly using your existing user ID and password.
- Fill in your personal, academic details, and select preferred Higher Secondary Schools with available vacant seats.
- Pay the required application fee online (if applicable) and preview your form.
- Submit the CAF and take a printout of the application confirmation for future reference.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Download Notification |
| Apply Online (CAF) | Click Here to Apply |
| Official Website | samsodisha.gov.in |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: When does SAMS Odisha Phase 2 online application start?
Ans: The online CAF submission for Phase-II vacant seat admission starts on 24th August 2026 at 10:00 AM.
Q2: Do I need to pay the CAF fee again if I applied in Phase 1?
Ans: Candidates who applied in Phase-I but were not selected in any HSS do not need to pay the CAF fee again. However, fresh applicants or students who did not join their allotted Phase-I seat must pay the fee.
Q3: What is the helpline number for SAMS Odisha admission support?
Ans: You can contact the Sanjog Helpline toll-free numbers at 155335 or 1800-345-6770 for queries.
Conclusion
The SAMS Odisha Phase-II e-Admission process offers a great opportunity for students who wish to secure Class 11 seats in Arts, Science, Commerce, Upashastri, or Vocational streams for the 2026-27 session. Make sure to review vacant seats on the official portal and apply within the deadline from 24th August to 31st August 2026 to avoid last-minute delays.