The Higher Education Department, Odisha, has officially released the CPET Merit List 2026 on May 11, 2026, for candidates who appeared for the Common Post Graduate Entrance Test (CPET) conducted from April 27 to May 10, 2026. Candidates can now log in to the official Student Academic Management System (SAMS) portal at resultspg.samsodisha.gov.in using their hall ticket number to check whether they have been selected in the final merit list.
Candidates who have been selected from the merit list will be eligible for the counselling and seat allotment process. The schedule for choice filling of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) and subjects will be notified later. For now, the state-wise provisional merit list has been released for various PG courses across all participating universities and colleges.
CPET Merit List 2026 Out
The CPET 1st Merit List 2026 offers admission opportunities to candidates who successfully cleared the entrance examination. Based on merit and available seats, the Higher Education Department has released the final merit list for admission to various postgraduate courses offered by state public universities and colleges across Odisha. The final allotment is temporary and will be confirmed after the concerned university or college completes document and eligibility verification.
CPET Merit List 2026 Link
Candidates who appeared for the CPET Examination can now check their merit list status on the official SAMS portal. The direct link to check the merit list is shared below.
CPET Merit List 2026 Link (Active) – Click to Check
How to Check CPET Merit List 2026?
- Visit the official website of the Student Academic Management System (SAMS) at resultspg.samsodisha.gov.in
- Click on the “State-wide Provisional Merit List” option on the homepage.
- Select your PG Exam Subject from the dropdown menu (e.g., Anthropology – ARTS).
- Enter your Hall Ticket Number in the specified field.
- Fill in the Captcha Code displayed on the screen.
- Click on the Submit button.
- Your merit list status will appear on the screen.
- Check and download the merit list for future reference.
What is the CPET Merit List 2026?
The Common Post Graduate Entrance Test (CPET) Result has been released, with the list of selected candidates for the academic session 2026-27. As seats remain vacant because some selected candidates fail to join, resign soon after joining, or get excluded during document verification. To ensure no sanctioned seat goes unfilled, the Higher Education Department has released the final merit list for candidates who cleared the exam and are eligible for admission to various PG courses.
Participating Universities and Colleges
Candidates selected through the CPET merit list can seek admission to the following state public universities and colleges:
- Utkal University
- Berhampur University
- Sambalpur University
- Ravenshaw University
- Fakir Mohan University
- North Orissa University
- Sri Sri University
- Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT)
- Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan (SOA) University
- Various Government and Aided Colleges across Odisha
PG Courses Offered
The CPET merit list covers admission to a wide range of postgraduate courses including:
- Anthropology (ARTS)
- Arts and Humanities
- Science Streams (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Botany, Zoology)
- Commerce and Management
- Computer Science and IT
- Education
- Law
- Social Sciences
- Languages and Literature
What’s Next After CPET Merit List 2026?
- Choice Filling of HEIs and Subjects (Schedule to be notified)
- Counselling Process
- Document Verification
- Submission of Required Certificates
- Seat Allotment
- Payment of Admission Fees
- Joining Formalities
- Induction/Training Process
Important Documents Required for Verification
Candidates are advised to keep the following documents ready for the verification process:
- CPET 2026 Admit Card
- CPET 2026 Scorecard/Merit List
- Class 10 and 12 Mark Sheets and Certificates
- Graduation Mark Sheets and Degree Certificate
- Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Passport, etc.)
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Recent Passport Size Photographs
FAQs
Q1: Has the CPET Merit List 2026 been released?
Yes, the Higher Education Department, Odisha, has released the State-wise Provisional Merit List for CPET 2026 on May 11, 2026.
Q2: What is the CPET Merit List?
It is the final merit list of candidates who have qualified for admission to various PG courses offered by state public universities and colleges in Odisha.
Q3: How can I check my CPET Merit List status?
Visit https://resultspg.samsodisha.gov.in/ResultPG/PGMeritList, select your PG Exam Subject, enter your Hall Ticket Number and Captcha Code to check your merit list status.
Q4: What is the counselling schedule for CPET 2026?
The schedule for choice filling of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) and subjects will be notified later on the official SAMS portal.
Q5: Is the CPET Merit List final?
The merit list released is the final provisional list. The final allotment will be confirmed after document verification by the concerned university or college.
Q6: Can I make changes to my choice filling after submission?
Choice filling modifications will be allowed as per the schedule notified by the Higher Education Department.
Q7: What if I am not satisfied with my allotted seat?
Candidates can participate in subsequent rounds of counselling if available seats remain vacant, subject to the rules and regulations of the Higher Education Department.
Q8: Is there any reservation policy followed in CPET admission?
Yes, admissions are conducted as per the reservation policy of the Government of Odisha, including SC, ST, OBC, and EWS categories.
Q9: What is the official website for CPET updates?
The official website for all CPET-related updates is www.samsodisha.gov.in.
Q10: When will the final admission process begin?
The admission process will begin after the counselling and choice filling schedule is announced. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official SAMS portal for updates.
