DHSE Odisha Phase-III e-Admission 2026-27: Dates, Eligibility, Fee and Merit List
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If you missed the first two rounds of +2 admission in Odisha, this is your next chance. The Directorate of Higher Secondary Education (DHSE), Odisha has announced the Phase-III e-Admission for vacant seats in Higher Secondary Schools for the 2026-27 session. The online Common Application Form (CAF) opens on 12 October 2026 at 11:00 AM on the SAMS Odisha portal and closes on 1 November 2026 at 11:45 PM.
This guide puts the dates, eligibility rules, fee, documents and the full process in one place, so you do not have to jump between five news pages. Everything below is checked against the official SAMS Odisha portal, and the links to it are at the end.
Phase-III e-Admission 2026-27 at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducted by | Directorate of Higher Secondary Education (DHSE), Odisha |
| Admission for | Vacant seats in Class XI (+2) Higher Secondary Schools |
| Session | 2026-27 |
| Apply at | SAMS Odisha portal, samsodisha.gov.in |
| CAF opens | 12 October 2026, 11:00 AM |
| Last date to apply | 1 November 2026, 11:45 PM |
| First selection merit list | 4 November 2026, 3:00 PM |
| Reservation or weightage | Not considered for vacant seats |
| Helpline (toll free) | 155335 or 1800-345-6770 |
Important Dates for Phase-III Admission
| Event | Date and time |
|---|---|
| Online CAF available | 12 October 2026, 11:00 AM |
| Last date to submit CAF | 1 November 2026, 11:45 PM |
| Seat availability counted for allotment | 31 October 2026 |
| Phase-III first selection merit list | 4 November 2026, 3:00 PM |
| Reporting and admission update | 5 November, 2:00 PM to 10 November 2026, 3:00 PM |
| Waiting list published (HSS e-Space login) | 12 November 2026, 2:00 PM |
| Physical registration of waiting-listed students | 13 November 2026, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Final merit list of waiting-listed students | 13 November 2026, 4:30 PM |
| Admission update for waiting list | 13 November, 5:00 PM to 16 November 2026, 9:00 PM |
Notice one thing about the calendar. The seats counted for allotment are the ones vacant on 31 October, one day before the form closes. So applying early does not give you any extra seat, but applying late on the last night is a bad idea because the portal gets slow when thousands of students log in together.
Who Can Apply in Phase-III
You can apply if you have passed the High School Certificate (HSC) examination of the Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha, or an equivalent exam from another recognised board, and you fall into one of these groups:
- You could not apply in Phase-I or Phase-II.
- You were selected earlier but did not take admission.
- You applied in Phase-I or Phase-II but did not get any school.
- You took your Transfer Certificate (TC) on or before 31 October 2026.
Who Cannot Apply
Students who have already taken admission through Phase-I or Phase-II are not eligible. Also remember that once a TC has been issued, it cannot be surrendered during Phase-III, so think twice before collecting it.
No Reservation or Weightage in Phase-III
This is the rule that surprises many parents. Phase-III is only for vacant seats, and DHSE has said that no reservation or weightage claim will be considered. Selection depends on merit and the seats actually available. The reservation rules you saw in the first round (for example the 11.25% SEBC reservation mentioned in the SAMS FAQ) do not apply to this vacant seat round.
You Can Choose a School Even if It Shows Zero Vacancy
Here is a useful provision. You can pick any school and stream irrespective of the vacancies currently displayed. If the school has zero seats when you apply, the portal shows an alert that there is no vacancy right now. Your choice is still kept and will be considered if a seat becomes available during selection.
So do not drop your dream school from the list only because it shows zero. Just keep a few realistic options next to it.
CAF Fee for Phase-III
The CAF fee is paid online only. Here is how it works:
- Fresh applicants pay the fee online as given in the Common Prospectus.
- Phase-I or Phase-II applicants who got no school can log in with their existing credentials and apply again without paying the fee once more.
- Editing the CAF does not cost anything, but a category change needs the extra CAF fee.
For reference, the SAMS Higher Secondary FAQ lists the standard CAF fee as ₹200 for General category, ₹100 for SC and ST applicants, and nil for PwD applicants with more than 40% disability, transgender applicants and orphans. SC and ST applicants must show genuine documents at the school, otherwise they have to pay ₹200 there. No refund can be claimed later. Check the Phase-III Common Prospectus once to confirm the exact amount for this round.
Documents to Keep Ready
SAMS says the exact list is printed on your intimation letter, but most students will need these:
- Original certificates for verification (HSC marksheet and certificate)
- Printed copies of the CAF (HSS copy and applicant copy)
- Passport size photograph
- Admission fee, as mentioned in the letter
- Transfer Certificate, if you have already taken one
- Migration certificate, if you studied under another board
If you passed from another board and do not have the original or DigiLocker copy of the migration certificate at the time of admission, the school may allow you to join with a self-attested undertaking. You must submit the certificate within 30 days or the admission gets cancelled.
Your PEN and APAAR ID are optional in the CAF. Your previous school’s headmaster can help with the PEN, and you can read what APAAR is on the official APAAR portal (apaar.education.gov.in). Documents like marksheets can also be downloaded from DigiLocker (https://www.digilocker.gov.in) if your board has uploaded them.
How to Apply Online for Phase-III Admission
- Open the official portal, samsodisha.gov.in, and go to Higher Secondary School (+2).
- New students should register through New Student Login with a mobile number and email ID. Students who applied earlier can log in with their old credentials.
- Read the Common Prospectus before touching the form. Parents should read it too.
- Fill in the CAF with your personal details, marks and board information. Enter everything carefully, because wrong or incomplete details can get the application rejected.
- Choose your schools and streams in order of preference. The SAMS FAQ says a CAF should carry at least five options, and each option is one school plus one stream.
- Pay the CAF fee online if it applies to you.
- Submit the form and take a print of the CAF and the payment receipt. Keep the Money Receipt cum Index Number (MRIN), because that is how you track your status.
You can edit the CAF up to four times before the last date. The printed copy shows whether it is the 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th edit. Use these edits for fixing genuine mistakes, not for last minute guessing.
You are applying personally here. No one can apply on your behalf or select the school for you, so be careful with the so-called agents who ask money for this.
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How Selection and the Waiting List Work
After the form closes, the first merit list comes out on 4 November at 3:00 PM. Selected students must report to their school and complete the admission update between 5 November and 10 November. You will be informed through SMS or WhatsApp, your SAMS login, the HSS online merit list and the school notice board. For this round, the intimation letter is also generated in your login and shared on WhatsApp.
Seats that remain vacant after 10 November go to the waiting list, published on 12 November through the HSS e-Space login. The list is prepared in a 1:10 ratio. In simple words, if 50 seats are still empty, around 500 names get listed. Then the waiting-listed students physically register at the school on 13 November, the final merit list comes out the same afternoon, and the last admission window runs until 16 November.
If two students have equal marks and the same school and stream, SAMS breaks the tie using English marks and then Social Studies for Arts, and Mathematics followed by Science for Science and Commerce.
Phase-I, Phase-II and Phase-III: A Quick Comparison
| Round | CAF window | Who it is meant for |
|---|---|---|
| Phase-I | 26 May to 30 June 2026 | All fresh applicants, with reservation |
| Phase-II | From 24 August 2026 | Students left without a seat, plus fresh applicants |
| Phase-III | 12 October to 1 November 2026 | Vacant seats only, no reservation or weightage |
Phase-I and Phase-II dates above are as reported by news outlets during those rounds, so use the SAMS key dates page for the final word.
Common Mistakes That Cost Students a Seat
- Using a mobile number or email that you do not check. Every update goes there.
- Claiming marks, board or category benefits without the matching document. The SAMS FAQ warns that such admission can be restricted.
- Collecting a TC in a hurry. Remember it cannot be surrendered in Phase-III.
- Keeping only one or two options. More options give you a better chance, since selection happens on merit.
- Waiting for the last night to submit the form.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date for DHSE Odisha Phase-III e-Admission 2026? The last date to submit the CAF is 1 November 2026 at 11:45 PM.
When will the Phase-III merit list be published? The first selection merit list is due on 4 November 2026 at 3:00 PM.
Can I apply if I already took admission in Phase-I or Phase-II? No. Students who have taken admission in the earlier phases cannot take part in Phase-III.
Do I have to pay the CAF fee again? If you applied in Phase-I or Phase-II and got no school, you can use your existing login and apply without paying again. Fresh applicants pay online.
Is there any reservation in Phase-III? No. DHSE has clarified that no reservation or weightage claim is considered for vacant seats.
Can I select a school that has no vacancy? Yes. The system shows an alert, but your choice stays and will be considered if a seat opens up.
How many times can I edit my CAF? Up to four times before the last date. Editing is free, except for a category change which needs the extra fee.
Can science or commerce be taken without Mathematics in Class 10? According to the SAMS FAQ, every HSC pass candidate can apply for both Science and Commerce, even without Mathematics or with a fail in Mathematics.
Whom do I call if I face a problem? Call the toll free SAMS helpline on 155335 or 1800-345-6770. The FAQ says it works from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM on government working days.
