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OJEE 2025 Exam: Result (Out), Counselling ,Cutoff, Admission Process

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Last Updated on 12th December 2024

Odisha Joint Entrance Examination

Overview

Latest Updates 

  • The release of the official OJEE 2026 examination notification is anticipated for release in February or March 2026. 
  • The online application process is also likely to open in March and run until April 2026. 
  • The OJEE 2026 exam is also going to take place around the first or second week of May 2026, taking more than a few days because of multiple testing days and shifts. 
  • The OJEE 2026 admit cards will likely be available on the OJEE website and will probably be available for download around 10-15 days before the examination.

Overview

The OJEE 2026, which stands for Odisha Joint Entrance Examination, is expected to take place in May 2026 in multiple shifts for a few days, in online mode across a few more cities. The official notification for OJEE is likely to be by March 2026, with the registration likely to last until April 2026. Drive for admit cards for OJEE will be generated and issued separately, and will most likely be downloadable from the official OJEE portal.

The following colleges will accept OJEE 2026, including premier institutes of Odisha such as College of Engineering and Technology (CET) Bhubaneswar, Indira Gandhi Institute of Technology (IGIT) Sarang, Silicon Institute of Technology, KIIT School of Management, CV Raman Global University and many other government/private institutions for MBA, MCA, B.Pharm, M.Tech, M.Plan, M.Arch, M.Pharm and Lateral Entry.

Every year, an estimated 50,000 to 70,000 students take for OJEE seeking admission in different undergraduate and postgraduate professional courses. In 2025, approximately 65,000 students opted for OJEE. The overall level of the examination was moderate, and a majority of the sections had a fair component of questions. It is important to note that cutoff ranks for top government colleges range from approximately the top 1,000 – 2,500 ranks, depending on the admission course/category.


Quick Highlights

The information mentioned below is about the OJEE examination, which will provide you with a brief overview of this examination.

Particulars

Details

Exam Name

Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE)

Conducting Authority

OJEEB

Exam Level

State-Level

Mode of Examination

Computer-Based Test (CBT)

Language of Paper

English

Application Bachelor's

Online

Official Website

https://ojee.nic.in/


What is the OJEE Exam?

OJEE is a state-level entrance examination conducted in Odisha for admission into various professional courses, including B.Tech, MBA, MCA, M.Tech, and M.Pharm courses, offered by colleges and universities in Odisha. It is conducted by the OJEE Committee under the supervision of Odisha.

OJEE is a yearly entrance exam held in the month of May and is conducted in a computer-based format at various centres across Odisha. Students from Odisha and other states can apply for OJEE, as long as they meet the eligibility criteria for the course they want to pursue. The exam consists of mathematics, reasoning, general knowledge, and the relevant subject of the course.


Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Application Process 2026

Here are the application steps of OJEE, Check the following mentioned below.

Step 1 - The complete application process for OJEE is completely online through their official website. Visit the official website https://ojee.nic.in/. 

Step 2 - Students must check if they are eligible for the course they choose.

Step 3 - After this, register on the site and fill in your basic details like name, mobile number, and email ID. 

Step 4 - After successfully registering, they need to log in, fill out the online application form, and provide personal, academic, and contact details as requested in the application. As part of their online application, candidates will be required to upload their most recent passport-size photograph, signature, and left thumb impression.   

Step 5 - All documents must be in the required formats and sizes. 

Step 6 - After filling in the application and ensuring the requirements, candidates will be required to make the payment for the application fee online by credit card, debit card, or net banking, according to the course the applicants are applying for. 

Step 7 - After making the payment, candidates are also required to download and print the confirmation page for proof of application submission.


OJEE 2026 Admit Card 

Every candidate who appears for an exam must carry with them an admit card for OJEE 2026. Under no circumstances will you be allowed to enter the exam hall without an admit card. Make sure you quarantine the admit card long before the exam date. Below are the steps to be followed to download the JEE 2026 admit card:

1. Go to the OJEE official website: www.ojee.nic.in.

2. Click on the "Download Admit Card for OJEE 2026" link provided on the homepage.

3. Log in using your application number and password/and date of birth.

4. After logging in, you will be able to see the admit card on the screen.

5. Download the admit card and take at least two printouts of the card.

Make sure the printout is clear, and your photograph and all other information should be readable.


Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Reservation Policy

The OJEE provides a reservation option for achieving equal opportunities in the state. Some of these reserved classifications are Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backwards Classes (OBC), and other special categories like Persons with Disabilities (PwD), women candidates, and children of green card holders. 

Category 

% of Reservation 

SC

8%

ST

12%

EWS

10%

GC

5%

PC

5%

ES

3%

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Important Dates & Upcoming Events

The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) follows a set schedule, which the Odisha Joint Entrance Examination Committee announces each year. Important dates for candidates include when the application form opens, the deadline for the submission of the application form, when the admit card will be issued for the candidates, when the examination date is scheduled, and when the result date is scheduled.

Upcoming Events

Dates 

Application Start

January 2026 ( Expected)

Application Deadline

March, 2026( Expected)

Correction Window

March, 2026( Expected)

Admit Card Release

April, 2026( Expected)

Main Exam

May, 2026( Expected)

Result Declaration

June, 2026( Expected)

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Exam Details

Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Eligibility Criteria 2026

The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) is a state-level examination conducted for admission in several professional courses like Engineering, Ph.D., MCA, M.Tech, etc, in Odisha. Candidates must fulfil certain eligibility requirements he/she must meet to apply for OJEE. The criteria of the eligibility requirements include specific educational qualifications and minimum marks.

Courses

Eligibility Criteria 

B.Tech

10+2 examination with at least 45% marks (40% marks in case of candidates belonging to the reserved category).

B.Pharma

Pass 10+2 examination with compulsory subjects as physics and chemistry, along with Mathematics/ Biology subjects.

MBA

Passed a Bachelor's Degree of minimum 3 years with at least 50% marks.

MCA

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved category).

M.Pharma

Passed a Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy. Obtained at least 55% marks 

M.Tech

50% Bachelor’s Degree (45% for reserved category).


Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Exam Pattern 2026

The OJEE examination is conducted in an online mode as a Computer-Based Test (CBT). It is conducted by the OJEE Committee every year. The examination pattern depends on the course in which the candidate is applying, with a different number of subjects being tested, the number of questions available, and the duration of the exam. All the questions will be in multiple-choice format, and each correct answer will have a weightage of four marks.

Courses 

Duration 

Number of Questions 

Subject 

B.Tech

1 Hour

60 Questions

Mathematics - 20 Physics - 20 

Chemistry - 20 

B.Pharma

2 Hours

120 Questions

Physics - 40

Chemistry - 40

Mathematics - 40

Biology - 40

MBA

2 Hours 

120 Questions

Analytical & Logical Reasoning - 30

Quantitative Techniques - 30

Verbal Reasoning & Comprehension - 30

General Awareness & 

Business Fundamentals - 30

MCA

2 Hours 

120 Questions

Computer Awareness – 60

Mathematics - 60

M.Pharma

1 Hour

60 Questions 

B.PHARMA course 

M.Tech

2 Hours

90 Questions 

Branch Subject - 60

Engineering Mathematics – 20

Analytical & 

Logical reasoning - 10


OJEE 2026 Preparation Tips 

The OJEE 2026 is a significant entrance examination for students who desire to obtain admission into different undergraduate and postgraduate courses such as B.Tech (Lateral Entry), MBA, MCA, M.Tech, B.Pharm, and others in Odisha. A good score in OJEE means that candidates can get admission to the best colleges in the state. With the right preparation methods and some planning, candidates can achieve a very good rank in the OJEE exam. Here are some useful preparation strategies:   

  • The candidate should check the OJEE exam pattern and syllabus for his/her course. Understanding the exam format is very important in order to avoid unnecessary surprises at the time of the exam.   
  • The candidate needs to create a study plan that is practical. The creation of study plans means realistically dividing the available time for each subject study for preparation and ensuring that the schedules include mock tests happening every week, and preparing for revision.   
  • The candidate should read the NCERT books to get the basics sorted and refer to Vo. A specific question bank and question papers from previous years of OJEE to practice as well.   
  • The candidate must regularly practice mock tests, check his/her performance in that mock test to identify strong and weak areas and analyse the tests thoroughly, and learn from mistakes to improve.
  • The candidate must prepare short notes and develop a set of short notes for all subjects, making it easier to revise in a short time. The short notes should contain: steps to solve problems, definitions, formulas, and key ideas/concepts.


OJEE Previous Year Question Papers 

The OJEE previous years' question papers help the students to prepare for the upcoming OJEE exam. The previous year's question helps in the analysis of the questions and the topics to be focused on. Students get an idea of the exam pattern, which helps them in the exam for their future. Here are the links to the OJEE previous year question papers:

Year

Subjects 

Link

2018

Physics 

OJEE 2028 Physics Question Paper PDF

2018

Chemistry 

OJEE 2018 Chemistry Question Paper PDF

2018

Botany

OJEE 2018 Botany Question Paper PDF

2018

Reasoning 

OJEE 2018 Reasoning  Question Paper PDF



OJEE Syllabus

The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) syllabus 2026 contains a variety of topics that assess the understanding and awareness of the candidates for various professional courses such as B.Tech (Lateral Entry), MBA, MCA, M.Tech, M.Pharm, etc. The syllabus formulated by the OJEE Committee will change depending on what course the candidate chooses. All of the questions on the OJEE will be multiple-choice with multiple answers drawn from the syllabus developed by the OJEE Committee.

Course 

Level 

Subjects

B.Tech

Undergraduate 

Mathematics, Physics, and Engineering Mechanics

MBA

Postgraduate 

Quantitative Techniques, Logical Reasoning, Computer Awareness, and General English

MCA

Postgraduate 

Quantitative Techniques, Logical Reasoning, Computer Awareness, and General English

M.Tech

Postgraduate 

Subject-specific topic based on the specialisation selected 

B.Pharma

Undergraduate 

Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology (as per chosen)


OJEE 2026 Result 

The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination Committee (OJEE) will announce the OJEE 2026 result in the first week of June 2026. Candidates who have appeared for the entrance test can view and download their OJEE 2026 result from the official OJEE website at www.ojee.nic.in. Follow the steps below simple stepsbelow  to download the OJEE result:

  • Go to the OJEE official website: www.ojee.nic.in.
  • On the homepage, click on the "OJEE 2026 Result" or "Download Rank Card" link.
  • Log in with your application number and date of birth, or password.
  • Your OJEE 2026 result, along with the rank card, will appear on the screen.
  • Download the rank card's PDF and take a printout for future admission procedures.
  • Make sure to keep the result safely for future counselling and admission processes.

OJEE 2026 Counselling

The counselling process for OJEE 2026 will start after the OJEE result and rank card are declared. The counselling process for OJEE conducted by the Odisha Joint Entrance Examination Committee of Odisha State is for admission to various undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including B.Tech, B. Pharm, MBA, MCA, and M.Tech, etc. Only qualified candidates who have obtained a rank in OJEE 2026 will be able to attend the counselling process. Follow the points below to understand the step-by-step OJEE counselling process.


Step by Step OJEE Counselling Process

1. Online Registration and Choice Filling

  • Candidates should visit the official OJEE website: www.ojee.nic.in.
  • Register for counselling by inputting your application number, rank, and other necessary details.
  • Fill out the list of colleges and courses of your choice, according to preference.
  • Lock your choices on or before the closing date.

2. Document Verification

  • Upload scanned copies of your documents such as rank card, admit card, mark sheets, category certificate (if applicable), and photo ID authorisation.
  • Documents will be verified online, and make sure the documents are authenticated and valid.

3. Seat Allotment

  • Seats will be allotted based on rank, category, and order of preference.
  • The seat allotment result will be published on the official website.
  • Download a seat allotment letter.


4. Reporting to the Assigned Institute

  • Candidates must report to the assigned institute and time.
  • Candidates must submit the documents and deposit the admission fee for admission to be confirmed.
  • If the candidate is not happy with the allottee, they can choose the float option for participation in the next round.


Checklist Documents for OJEE 2026

  • OJEE 2026 Rank Card
  • OJEE 2026 Admit Card
  • 10th and 12th class Marksheets
  • Graduation Marksheets for PG courses
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • Resident/Nativity certificate
  • Income certificate (for tuition fees waiver if applicable)
  • Recent passport-size photographs
  • a valid Photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, and so on)

Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Participating Colleges 2026

Every year, Odisha Joint Entrance Examination sorts the admission of various undergraduate and postgraduate professional engineering courses in Odisha, i.e., B.Tech (lateral entry), MBA, MCA, A B.Pharm, M.Tech, M.Pharm, etc, offered by the colleges in the state of Odisha.

All the colleges that take part in OJEE are recognised by the state government and affiliated to various universities such as the Biju Patnaik University of Technology (BPUT), Utkal University, and so on. The various participating colleges can be found in different districts in Odisha, namely Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Rourkela, Berhampur, Sambalpur, and can be reasonably accommodated and are well-equipped with good and proper academic infrastructure and adequate experienced staff.

Type 

No of Colleges

Government College 

5

Private College

5

University Departments

3

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Exam Dates

The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) follows a set schedule, which the Odisha Joint Entrance Examination Committee announces each year. Important dates for candidates include when the application form opens, the deadline for the submission of the application form, when the admit card will be issued for the candidates, when the examination date is scheduled, and when the result date is scheduled.

Upcoming Events

Dates 

Application Start

January 2026 ( Expected)

Application Deadline

March, 2026( Expected)

Correction Window

March, 2026( Expected)

Admit Card Release

April, 2026( Expected)

Main Exam

May, 2026( Expected)

Result Declaration

June, 2026( Expected)



Odisha Joint Entrance Examination

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)

1. What is the mode of the OJEE 2026 exam?

OJEE 2026 is a Computer-Based Test (CBT) exam.


2. Can I apply to multiple courses in the same form?

You can apply to multiple courses in the same form and only make the additional payment for each course.


3. Is there any negative marking in OJEE 2026?

Yes, there are negative markings as per correct = +4, wrong = -1.


4. What is the minimum eligibility for an MBA through OJEE?

You need a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 50% marks (minimum 45% for reserved categories).


5. When is OJEE 2026 going to be held?

It is expected to be held in the first week of May 2026.



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