OJEE 2026: Exam Date (Out), Registration, Eligibility, Syllabus, Latest Updates
OJEE 2026: The Odisha JEE exam date has been announced online, as per several news reports. According to the notice, the OJEE 2026 exam dates are May 11 to 17. The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination Committee will release the OJEE 2026 information brochure on the official website, ojee.nic.in. The OJEE 2026 application process will commence on January 27, 2026. Before applying, candidates should carefully check the OJEE 2026 eligibility criteria. The authority will also release the syllabus and exam pattern online. The OBJEE exam will be held in computer based test(CBT) mode. Direct B.Tech admission will be given based on the JEE Main 2026 score. The authority will conduct OJEE Phase 2 (special OJEE) to fill the remaining B.Tech seats after completing the first round of counselling.
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- What is OJEE 2026?
- OJEE 2026 Highlights
- OJEE 2026 Important Dates
- OJEE 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- OJEE 2026 Application Form
- OJEE 2026 Syllabus
- OJEE 2026 Exam Pattern
- OJEE 2026 Preparation Tips
- OJEE 2026 Books Recommended
- OJEE 2026 Exam Centres
- OJEE 2026 Admit Card
- OJEE 2026 Answer Key
- OJEE 2026 Result
- OJEE 2026 Counselling
A correction window will be provided for candidates to make changes to their submitted forms. The authority will release the OJEE admit card at least one week before the exam. OJEE qualified candidates will be eligible for OJEE counselling 2026 to secure seats in various government and private institutions in Odisha. Read this article to know complete details about OJEE 2026, eligibility, syllabus, exam pattern, application process, admit card, result, and more.
What is OJEE 2026?
OJEE 2026 or Odisha Joint Entrance Examination is a state-level entrance examination conducted by the OJEE Committee, Government of Odisha. The OJEE provides admission into professional courses offered by various colleges in the state. The exam primarily provides admission to B.Pharm, Integrated MBA, MCA, MBA, M.Tech, M.Pharm, M.Plan, M.Arch, M.Sc (Computer Science), and lateral entry to B.Tech and B.Pharm. Candidates can check OJEE participating institutes to understand the admission process.
A special OJEE(OJEE 2nd) exam will be conducted to fill the remaining/vacant seats for B.Tech courses. Those who have not appeared in JEE main or OJEE Phase 1 are only eligible. Candidates need to register form the official portal.
OJEE 2026 Highlights
Particular | Details |
OJEE Full Form | Odisha Joint Entrance Examination |
Conducting Body | OJEE Committee, Govt. of Odisha |
Admission Offered In | B.Pharm, MBA, MCA, Integrated MBA, M.Tech, M.Arch, M.Plan, M.Pharm, Lateral Entry B.Tech & B.Pharm, Nursing, etc. |
Admission to B.Tech/B.Arch | Through JEE Main 2026/ OJEE 2nd(special) |
Frequency of Conduct | Once a year |
Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test(CBT) |
Mode of Counselling | Online |
Participating Colleges | Government and Private Technical Institutions of Odisha |
Official Website | ojee.nic.in |
OJEE 2026 Important Dates
As per news media reports, the OJEE exam date has been released online. The following table has been updated as per the news. The authority will publish the detailed OJEE 2026 schedule on the official website.
Event | Date(Tentative) |
Release of OJEE 2026 Application Form | January 27, 2026 |
Last date to Apply | March 26, 2026 |
Correction window | January 2026 |
Admit card release | April 2026 |
OJEE Exam | May 11 to 17, 2026 |
Provisional answer key release | May 2026 |
Final answer key | May 2026 |
OJEE 2026 result | May 31, 2026 |
| Special OJEE exam date | June 25 to 20, 2026 |
Start of OJEE Counselling 2026 | June 2026 |
OJEE 2026 Eligibility Criteria
The Committee will publish the detailed OJEE eligibility criteria on the official website. Candidates must meet the criteria before applying.
OJEE Eligibility Criteria 2026
Particulars | Details |
Nationality | The candidate must be an Indian citizen. |
Domicile | Students from Odisha can apply for both government and private colleges. Students from outside Odisha can apply for private colleges only. |
Age Limit: | No age limit for most courses (exceptions apply in nursing). |
Educational Qualification | B.Tech (through JEE Main): Must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics, and one subject among Chemistry/Biology/CS/Technical Vocational. Minimum 45% marks (40% for reserved category). Lateral Entry B.Tech: Diploma in Engineering (3 years) with minimum 45% marks (40% reserved) or B.Sc. with Mathematics. B.Pharm: 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry plus Mathematics/Biology. MBA: Bachelor’s degree with minimum 50% marks (45% reserved). MCA: Bachelor’s degree with Mathematics at +2/UG level. Minimum 50% marks (45% reserved). M.Tech/M.Pharm/M.Arch/M.Plan: Graduation in relevant discipline with minimum 50% (45% reserved). |
OJEE 2026 Application Form
The OJEE 2026 application form is expected to be released on January 27, 2026 in online mode only. No offline forms will be accepted. Every candidate must register and submit the form within the deadline to be eligible for the exam.
Steps to Fill the OJEE 2026 Application Form
Candidates can check step by step for the OJEE 2026 application form below.
1. Online Registration
Visit the official website ojee.nic.in
Click on “OJEE 2026 Registration”.
Enter basic details such as name, mobile number, and email ID.
A unique registration number and password will be generated.
2. Filling the Application Form
Log in with your registration credentials.
Enter personal information (name, date of birth, gender, category, domicile, etc.).
Enter communication details (address, mobile number, email ID).
Fill in academic details (Class 10, Class 12, Diploma/Graduation details depending on course).
Choose the course(s) you are applying for (e.g., LE B.Tech, MBA, MCA, M.Tech).
3. Uploading Documents
Upload scanned passport-size photographs (as per size guidelines).
Upload scanned signature.
Upload scanned left thumb impression.
4. Selecting Exam Centres
Choose up to 3 exam centres in order of preference.
The final centre will be allotted by the authority and mentioned on the admit card.
5. Payment of Application Fee
Pay the fee online via debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI.
Fee: Rs.1000 for one course, Rs 500 extra for every additional course.
Keep the payment receipt safe for future use.
Downloading Confirmation Page
After successful submission, download and print the confirmation page.
This acts as proof of application and must be preserved.
OJEE 2026 Application Fee
Particular | Amount |
Registration fee (Single Course) | Rs. 1000 |
For every additional course | Rs. 500 extra |
OJEE 2026 Application Correction Window
The authority will announce the OJEE application form correction 2026 release date on the official website. Candidates can edit details such as spelling of name, uploaded images, academic information, etc., but changes in exam centre preference may not be allowed.
OJEE 2026 Syllabus
The OJEE syllabus will be released by the authority on the official website. The syllabus for admission in undergraduate courses is largely based on the NCERT curriculum of Class 11 and 12. Check the subject wise importance topics below.
OJEE 2026 Syllabus Subject Wise
Subject | Chapters |
Mathematics | Logic Sets, Relation and Function Number system Determinants and matrices Trigonometry Co-ordinate geometry of two dimensions Coordinate geometry of three dimensions Sequence and Series Vectors Differential calculus Integral calculus Differential equations Probability and statistics |
Physics | Measurements and Motion Heat & Thermodynamics Characteristics of Materials Liquids Electricity & Magnetism Wave motion Optics Optical instruments Electronic Devices Atomic and Nuclear Physics |
Chemistry | Solid State Liquid State Solutions Gaseous State Basic Concepts of Chemistry (Atoms and molecules) Structure of atoms and molecules Chemical bonds Periodic classification Chemical energetics, equilibrium and kinetics Organic chemistry Environmental chemistry |
OJEE 2026 Exam Pattern
The OJEE exam pattern 2026 will be released officially, but the expected structure is as follows:
Particulars | Details |
Examination Mode | Computer-Based Test |
Duration | 2 Hours (1 Hour for special OJEE) |
Medium of Exam | English |
Type of Questions | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
Marking Scheme | +4 marks for correct answer -1 for incorrect answer |
Paper Structures | OJEE Special : Mathematics(20), Physics(20), Chemistry(20) Lateral Entry B.Tech (Diploma): Engineering Math (40), Mechanics (40), Basic Electrical & Electronics (40). MBA: Quantitative Aptitude (30), Reasoning (30), English (30), General Awareness (30). |
OJEE 2026 Preparation Tips
Understand the OJEE syllabus and exam pattern thoroughly.
Prepare from NCERT textbooks for Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology.
Practice previous year OJEE papers.
Take online mock tests to adapt to CBT mode.
Make a study plan with equal focus on all subjects.
Revise formulas, theorems, and important concepts regularly.
OJEE 2026 Books Recommended
Subject | Recommended Books |
Mathematics | NCERT Mathematics, RD Sharma, Arihant Skills in Mathematics |
Physics | NCERT Physics, HC Verma, DC Pandey |
Chemistry | NCERT Chemistry, OP Tandon (Organic), P. Bahadur (Physical) |
Biology | NCERT Biology, Trueman’s Biology |
OJEE 2026 Exam Centres
Candidates will be allotted OJEE exam centers across multiple cities in Odhisha, Jharkhand, West Bengal and Bihar based on preference selected while registering. The allotted exam centre will be mentioned on the admit card.
State | City |
Odisha | Angul Jagatsinghpur Nuapada Balangir Jajpur Boudh Balasore Jeypore Nayagarh Bargarh Jharsuguda Umerkote Baripada Kendrapara Keonjhar Berhampur Malkangiri Sonepur Bhadrak Paralakhemundi Bhawanipatna Phulbani Bhubaneswar Puri Cuttack Rayagada Deogarh Rourkela Dhenkanal Sambalpur |
Jharkhand | Ranchi |
Bihar | Patna |
West Bengal | Kolkata |
OJEE 2026 Admit Card
The OJEE admit card will be released in April 2026. Candidates who successfully register can download it from the official website.
How to Download OJEE 2026 Admit Card
Go to the admit card page on the OJEE website.
Click on the “OJEE 2026 Hall Ticket” link.
Enter registration number, date of birth, and password.
Download the admit card and take a printout.
OJEE 2026 Answer Key
The OJEE 2026 answer key will be released online. It will contain the correct responses for all the questions asked in the exam. Candidates can calculate their probable scores using the key.
OJEE 2026 Result
The OJEE 2026 result is expected in June 2026. The result will include subject-wise marks, total score, and rank. Separate merit lists will be prepared for different courses. Candidates can check the result by logging into the official website with their application number and password. Qualified candidates will be eligible to participate in OJEE counselling process and seat allotment.
OJEE 2026 Counselling
After the results authority will conduct OJEE counselling 2026, an online process for seat allotment. Only candidates who qualify in the exam (or JEE Main for B.Tech) will be eligible
Stages of OJEE 2026 Counselling
1. Registration
Visit ojee.nic.in and register for counselling.
Pay the counselling fee online (non-refundable).
Choice Filling and Locking
Candidates will be provided with the official list of colleges and courses.
Fill in choices in order of preference (B.Tech branches, MBA institutes, etc.).
Lock the choices before the last date.
2. Document Upload and Verification
Upload scanned copies of required documents such as:
Class 10 & 12 mark sheets.
Diploma/Degree certificate (for LE/PG).
Category certificate (if applicable).
Domicile certificate.
OJEE/JEE rank card.
Authorities will verify documents online.
Seat Allotment
Based on merit rank, reservation category, and preference, seats will be allotted.
The allotment result will be displayed on the official website.
3. Payment of Admission Fee
Candidates allotted a seat must pay the token admission fee online.
Download the provisional allotment letter.
4. Reporting to Institute
Report physically to the allotted institute within the given time.
Submit original documents and pay the balance admission fees.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The OJEE 2026 application form is expected to be released on January 27, 2026 on the official website ojee.nic.in
Admissions to regular B.Tech and B.Arch courses will be done through JEE Main 2026, while lateral entry to B.Tech will be through OJEE 2026.
OJEE 2026 will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode across multiple centres in Odisha and outside the state.
The result of OJEE 2026 is expected to be declared on May 31.
OJEE counselling will be held in online mode, where candidates must register, upload documents, fill choices, and take part in seat allotment rounds.
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