SAMS D.El.Ed 2026 Results Announced: Key Dates and Admission Process in Odisha

The results for the SAMS D.El.Ed 2026 entrance exam have been released by SCERT Odisha. Candidates can check their scores online. The admission process is moving forward with key dates for online counseling and document verification. With over 6,500 government seats available, candidates must prepare for the next steps, including selecting preferred institutions and verifying documents. The D.El.Ed classes are set to begin in September 2026. Stay informed about the important dates and requirements for a smooth admission experience.

By Ambika Singh Sep 1, 2026, 11:46 IST

Results Released for SAMS D.El.Ed 2026

The State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) in Odisha, along with the Directorate of Teacher Education, has published the results for the SAMS D.El.Ed 2026 entrance examination. Candidates who took the exam can access their results and scorecards through the candidate login on the official SAMS Odisha website.

Next Steps in the Admission Process

Following the announcement of results, the admission process for D.El.Ed colleges in Odisha is advancing to the next phase. This includes selecting preferred institutions, releasing the merit list, allotting institutions, and verifying original documents.

Key Dates for September

Candidates are required to engage in online counseling and choose their preferred institutions during the first week of September. The provisional merit list and notification for State Quota seats will be issued shortly after. The important dates for the admission process are outlined below:

Admission Stage | Date | Details

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Results and scorecard availability | 30 August 2026 | Accessible via candidate login

Online counseling and choice selection | First week of September 2026 | Selection of preferred ETEI/DIET

Provisional merit list and notification | 7 September 2026 | For State Quota seats

Urdu and Kandhamal quota merit list | 9 September 2026 | For respective quotas

College reporting | September 2026 | Verification of original documents

Commencement of D.El.Ed classes | September 2026 | Start of academic session

Important Releases on September 7 and 9

The provisional merit list and notification for State Quota seats will be available on 7 September 2026. Additionally, separate merit lists for the Urdu and Kandhamal quotas will be published on 9 September 2026.

Candidates who are assigned to an institution must visit the respective college for the verification of their original documents. The D.El.Ed classes are set to commence in September 2026.

Required Documents for College Reporting

Once the institution-specific merit list is published, candidates should log into the portal to verify their seat allotment and download the notification letter. The following documents are typically required for reporting at the college:

1. Printed scorecard of the result

2. Rank card

3. Academic certificates

4. Identity proof

5. Applicable category or caste certificate

6. Notification letter

Availability of Government Seats in Odisha

The D.El.Ed admission process encompasses Government District Institutes of Education and Training (DIET), BIET, and ETEI, with a limited number of seats available.

There are over 6,500 government seats across the state, making the stages involving the merit list and institution allotment critical for candidates.

Exam Details

The D.El.Ed entrance exam was scored out of a total of 90 marks, divided as follows:

1. Section 1: 30 marks

2. Section 2: 60 marks

3. Incorrect answers incur a penalty of 0.25 marks.

To qualify for the selection list, candidates must achieve at least the 40th percentile.