ODISHA CPET

26 Aug, 2025 — Odisha CPET 2025 CAF is open until September 3, 2025; seat allotment will be issued on September 9, 2025. Check the schedule and deadlines here.

The Odisha CPET 2025 application window opened on July 14, 2025, with the final date to apply on July 17, 2025. CPET stands for Common PG Entrance Test Odisha and is organised by the Government of Odisha for admission to postgraduate programmes such as M.Sc., MA, M.Com., and similar courses. Note that this is a state-level test for admissions only to public universities and colleges in Odisha.

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The CPET 2025 application period is scheduled from May 18, 2025, to May 27, 2025. To register for Odisha CPET 2025, candidates must use the official SAMS portal. Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria before submitting the application. The form is available only online and requires scanned copies of your passport-size photograph and signature.

Follow these steps to apply for Odisha CPET:

Step 1: Go to the SAMS Odisha portal and create your CPET 2025 account.

Step 2: Log in with the registered credentials and complete the online application form.

Step 3: Upload the required documents (academic certificates, photograph, signature) and pay the application fee to finalise submission.

Eligibility criteria for Odisha CPET include:

Application fee details for the PG entrance exam 2025 in Odisha are provided below.

Admit cards for Odisha CPET will be published online. Visit the official SAMS Odisha website to download your admit card and bring a printed copy to the exam centre. The admit card shows essential details such as exam date, time, and venue.

You can download previous years’ question papers from the SAMS portal. Use the following steps to access them:

Step 1: Visit the official website pg.samsodisha.gov.in

Step 2: Scroll to the Reports section and click the “Previous Year Question Papers” link.

Step 3: A new window will open — choose the year from the drop-down menu and click “Show”.

Step 4: A list of subjects will appear; select and download the question paper you need.

The SAMS Odisha CPET is conducted offline. Key exam details are listed below.

The marking scheme for Odisha CPET is outlined in the tables that follow.

The exact release date for the CPET 2025 answer key has not been announced; it is anticipated to be published in July 2025. The merit lists will be released either state-wise or subject-wise as determined by the authorities.

Results will be declared on the official SAMS website. Candidates can log in to download their result, which will include name, roll number, overall rank and subject-wise scores. The result also helps estimate admission prospects for PG programmes.

Previous year cut-offs for subjects and colleges are available on the SAMS portal. Follow these steps to check cut-offs:

Step 1: Visit pg.samsodisha.gov.in

Step 2: In the Reports section, click “University/College wise cut-off-mark”.

Step 3: Select the year, university/college and PG admission subject from the options provided.

Step 4: Click “Show” to view cut-offs across categories and counselling rounds.

The CPET merit list will be published online and candidates can check their rank for counselling. Inclusion on the merit list makes a candidate eligible for counselling; final admission depends on eligibility rules and authority instructions.

Counselling is the final stage of admission. Candidates must register for counselling online and participate according to rank, preferences and available seats. The SAMS portal provides details such as university/college-wise cut-offs, intake capacity and entrance subject-wise course information.

The CPET 2025 application window runs from May 18 to May 27, 2025. The exam date will be released later. The application fee for general candidates is INR 500 per subject; please review eligibility and the marking scheme before applying. Participation in counselling is mandatory for admission to PG programmes.

Ques. Who is eligible for CPET 2025?

Ans. Candidates who have completed a recognised undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline are eligible to apply for CPET 2025. As per Odisha CPET eligibility rules, applicants must typically have at least 50% aggregate marks (or a 5.0 CGPA equivalent). There is no upper age limit for the exam.

Ques. What is the syllabus of CPET 2025 in Odisha?

Ans. The CPET 2025 syllabus varies by subject. Common components include General English and Comprehension, Logical & Analytical Reasoning, General Knowledge and Current Affairs, Basic Computer Literacy, Geography & Political Science, History, Physical Sciences & Bioscience, and General Odia and Comprehension depending on the chosen stream.

Ques. What is the entrance exam for PG in Odisha?

Ans. The Common PG Entrance Test (CPET) is the state-level entrance exam for postgraduate admissions in Odisha. Candidates must appear in the exam and subsequently participate in counselling for admission.

Ques. What is the fee for CPET?

Ans. The CPET application fee for 2025 PG admissions is shown in the fee table below.

Ques. Is there a minus marking in CPET?

Ans. No, CPET 2025 does not have negative marking. Candidates are advised to attempt all questions they are confident about.

Ques. What is the full form of CPET 2025?

Ans. CPET stands for Common PG Entrance Test. It is administered by the Department of Higher Education, Government of Odisha, for admission to postgraduate courses in the state.