OJEE 2026: Application Form, Dates, Eligibility Criteria, Syllabus

OJEE 2026 Exam will be conducted via online Computer Based Test (CBT) mode only. OJEE (Odisha Joint Entrance Exam) is an entrance exam conducted at state level by the Odisha Joint Entrance Examination Committee (OJEE Committee).

Curious about OJEE 2026 registration dates?…Check complete details below.

OJEE Exam Date | OJEE Syllabus | OJEE Eligibility

OJEE exam is conducted to offer admission into UG & PG courses in diverse fields such as B.Pharma, MCA, M.Tech, M.Arch, M.Plan, M.Pharm, Lateral Entry courses in various institutes across the state.

All You Need To Know About OJEE 2026 Exam:

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From this article, students can get to know complete details related to OJEE 2026 including application form, fee, date, eligibility, pattern, syllabus etc.

Courses Offered

Candidates will be offered admission in given course through OJEE 2026 exam:

  • UG Courses: B.Pharm, B.CAT, Lateral Entry to B.Tech, Lateral Entry to B.Pharm
  • PG Courses: MBA, MCA, M.Tech, M.Arch, M.Plan, M.Pharm, Integrated MBA and M.Sc. Computer Science

OJEE 2026 Overview

Exam NameOJEE 2026
Full NameOdisha Joint Entrance Exam
Exam Level State Level
Organizing AuthorityOdisha Joint Entrance Exam Board (OJEEB)
Courses OfferedUG & PG courses
Exam ModeOnline Mode
Application  ModeOnline Mode
Frequency of conductOnce a year
Website ojee.nic.in 

OJEE 2026 Exam Dates

Go through the below table to know complete OJEE Exam Dates 2026:

Events Dates 2026 (Tentative)
Online application form filling starts4th week of January 2026
Last date for application form and fee submission3rd week of March 2026
Admit card available4th week of April 2026
OJEE 2026 Exam1st week of May 2026
Announcement of Result1st week of June 2026
Counselling beginsJuly 2026

For Special OJEE Exam:

Events Dates 2026 (Tentative)
OJEE Special Registration begins1st week of June 2026
Last to register for exam2nd week of June 2026
Release of admit card3rd week of June 2026
Exam Date4th week of June 2026

OJEE 2026 Application Form

Students must read these guidelines before filling out the OJEE 2026 Application Form:

  • Applicants should apply for OJEE 2026 in fourth week of January 2026 via online mode only.
  • Each applicant will have to fill a single application form, in which they have to select multiple courses per their eligibility criteria.
  • Candidates should ensure to provide all the authentic details while filling up the online form.
  • Upload recent photograph, full signature and left-hand thumb impression in the given format and size.
  • The deadline for submission of OJEE 2026 application form will be till third week of March 2026.
  • An application correction opportunity will also be given to candidates till fourth week of March 2026.
  • Applicants are advised to retain a hard copy of application confirmation page along with fee receipt, for future correspondence.

Application Fee:

  • Application fee of OJEE 2026 will be remitted via online mode only.
  • Candidates should pay the fee using Debit Card/ credit card/ Internet Banking etc. 
  • Application fee, once paid, will be non-refundable.
  • The application fee for single course will be Rs. 1000/-. For each additional course, candidates will need to pay Rs. 500 extra including bank charges.

How to Apply for OJEE 2026 

Below we have listed complete steps to apply for OJEE 2026:

  • Step-1: Go through the OJEE website (link will be available above)
  • Step-2: Generate registration number by entering valid email ID & mobile number.
  • Step-3: Proceed to fill the application form with details such as name, apply for course, qualification details, contact details etc.
  • Step-4: Upload required documents like passport size photograph and signature in given format.
  • Step-5: Now, submit the details and pay the required registration fee.
  • Step-6: Download the form and retain a printout of it for future references.

OJEE 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Students will be required to fulfill the OJEE Eligibility Criteria 2026 below:

For B.Tech Course:

  • Qualification: Applicants should have passed class 12th from any recognised board or minimum 3 years Diploma examination.
  • Subjects: One must have Physics/ Mathematics/ Chemistry/ Electronics/ IT/ Biology/ Computer Science/ Information Practices etc. in qualifying examination.
  • Marks: Students must have at least 45% marks (40% marks in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) in their Diploma examination.

For B.Pharm Course:

  • Qualification: Students should have completed 12th grade from any recognised university.
  • Subjects: Applicants must pass qualifying exam with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects along with Mathematics/ Biology subject.

For M.Tech/ M.Arch/ M.Plan Course:

  • Qualification: Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s degree in computer application/ computer science/engineering or equivalent from any recognised university.
  • Marks: In qualifying examination, one must secure at least 50% marks (45% marks in case of reserved category).

OJEE 2026 Exam Pattern

Go through the given section to know the OJEE Exam Pattern 2026:

  • Exam Mode: Entrance exam will be held via online (CBT) mode.
  • Duration: Time given for the exam will be 2 hours or 1 hour depending on the course.
  • Questions Type: Multiple Choice Questions will be asked in exam.
  • Medium: Exam will be given in English language only.
  • Marking Scheme: Students will be awarded 4 marks for each correct answer and 1 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.

Checkout the table for detailed exam pattern below:

CourseNumber of QuestionsTotal QuestionsDuration
B.PharmaPhysics- 40

Chemistry- 40

Mathematics- 40

Biology- 40

1202 hours
MCAMathematics- 60 

Computer Awareness- 60

1202 hours
M.TechBranch Subject- 60

Engineering Mathematics- 20

Analytical & Logical Reasoning- 10

902 hours
MBAQuantitative Technique- 30

Analytical & Logical Reasoning-15

Verbal Reasoning & Comprehension-15

General Awareness & Business Fundamentals-15

1201 hour
B.Tech (2nd/ Special OJEE)Mathematics- 20

Physics- 20

Chemistry- 20

60 1 hour

OJEE 2026 Syllabus

The authority will release the OJEE syllabus 2026 via online mode on their website. The syllabus of entrance exam will be different for each course and subject. Candidates should practice the topics thoroughly to prepare effectively for the exam.

OJEE 2026 Preparation Tips

Students must follow the given OJEE Preparation Tips 2026 for better result:

  • Thoroughly understand the exam pattern and syllabus.
  • Make a study plan and allocate sufficient time to each subject.
  • Utilize reputable study materials and books.
  • Practice mock tests to simulate the exam environment and build confidence.
  • Join coaching institutes for expert guidance.

OJEE Books

We have prescribed some  best books for OJEE exam preparation:

BooksAuthors
Quantitative AptitudeR. S. Aggarwal
Logical Reasoning & Data Interpretation for CATNishit K. Sinha
Mathematics for MBAR. S. Aggarwal
Word Power Made EasyNorman Lewis
The Pearson Guide to Verbal Ability and Logical ReasoningNishit K. Sinha
Approach to Logical ReasoningR. S. Aggarwal

OJEE 2026 Exam Centre

OJEE 2026 exam will have numerous examination centers spread across the state of Odisha including major cities i.e. Angul, Deoghar, Jaipur, Bhadrak, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Rourkela, Berhampur, Sambalpur etc. Additionally, the exam will also be held in a few cities outside Odisha, namely Ranchi (Jharkhand), Patna (Bihar) and Kolkata (West Bengal).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Answer: The OJEE 2026 entrance exam will be held in first week of May 2026.

Answer: Students will be eligible to apply for multiple courses by filing an single application form.

Answer: The application process of OJEE 2026 will be entirely done via online mode.

Answer: No the application fee will be Rs. 1000/- for each candidate, if applying for single courses. Applicants applying for multiple courses will have to pay extra Rs. 500/- for each added course.

Answer: Yes, candidates will have to select any three exam city centers in order of their preference.

Answer: No, OJEE 2026 exam will be conducted solely in English.

Answer: Yes, there will be negative marking in OJEE 2026 exam. For each incorrect answer, one mark will be deducted.

Answer: Candidates will be eligible to apply for B.Tech course, only if they have secured 45% marks (40% in case of reserved category)in their qualifying exam.

OJEE 2026 Admit Card

Admit card will be a crucial document for candidates appearing in the OJEE 2026 exam. Students will be able to access the OJEE admit card 2026 from the website at least 7 days before the exam date.

The admit card will be available in fourth week of April 2026 via online mode. Students are advised to download two copies of their admit card and keep it safe until final admission to the University.

OJEE 2026 Answer Key

OJEE Answer Key 2026 will be released via online mode on the website. The answer key will be released after the completion of exam in month of June 2026. With the help of answer key, applicants will be able to know their probable scores. 

Candidates will be able to download it using their login credentials and calculate their expected scores. If there are any errors in the answer key, candidates should submit their objections before the deadline.

OJEE 2026 Result

OJEE 2026 results will be declared by the authority in first week of June 2026. Candidates will be able to access their results via online mode in form of a merit list/ rank card.

To access the results, candidates will need to login to the website using their registration number and password. OJEE 2026 rank card will include personal details, marks obtained in entrance exam and candidate’s rank.

OJEE 2026 Cut Off

OJEE 2026 cut off will be the minimum rank for admission to participating institutes. The authority will publish the cut off via online mode for each course, separately.

Candidates those will meet the cut off score will be admitted to various participating institutes followed by counselling rounds. The cut off will vary based on different factors including number of applicants appearing, exam difficulty, seat availability, previous year trends etc.

OJEE 2026 Reservation Criteria

Checkout the OJEE 2026 reservation criteria as per the Govt. of Odisha policy below:

Categories Reservation of Seats
SC8%
ST12%
Physically Challenged5%
Green Card Holder5%
Ex-Serviceman (Engineer)3%
State Government Schools 15%
Females30%
EWS 10%
Outlying Odia (OL)3%

OJEE 2026 Counselling/ Admission

The counselling registration of OJEE 2026 will be started in month of July 2026 via online mode. After qualifying OJEE exam, students will need to register themselves and fill in their preferred choices of colleges and courses.

Allotment of seats to shortlisted applicants will be done as per their performance in entrance exam, choices filled and merit list. Candidates must report to the concerned center with all their necessary documents for counselling process.

OJEE 2026 Participating Colleges/ Institutes

Here, we have mentioned some participating colleges of OJEE 2026:

  • Ajay Binay Institute of Technology, Cuttack
  • Aryan Institute of Engineering and Technology, Khudra
  • Central Institute of Plastic Engineering and Technology, Patia
  • Gandhi Institute for Education and Technology, Khurda
  • Indira Gandhi Institute of Technology, Sarang
  • Kalam Institute of Technology, Ganjam
  • Nalanda Institute of Technology, Bhubaneswar
  • Parala Maharaja Engineering College, Berhampur
  • V. Raman College of Engineering, Bidyanagar Mahura Janla
  • Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology, Sambalpur

Here, in this article we have mentioned complete OJEE 2026 exam details along with application form, exam dates, eligibility, syllabus and pattern. Students must go through the above details before applying for OJEE 2026.

In case, candidates have any other queries related to OJEE 2026, then they can feel free to ask us by leaving the queries in comment box below.

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