Odisha CPET 2024 Registration Starts: Step-by-Step Guide to Apply at samsodisha.gov.in

The Higher Education Department of Odisha has initiated the registration process for the Common Postgraduate Entrance Test (CPET) 2024. Interested candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply by filling out the Common Application Form (CAF) available on the official website, samsodisha.gov.in. The deadline to submit the application is May 27, 2024, by 11:45 PM. The admit cards will be issued on June 22, 2024, from 11 AM onwards, and the entrance exams will be held from July 3 to July 14, 2024.

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: Candidates must have completed their graduation from an accredited university or an equivalent course. Candidates awaiting their UG results can also apply but must upload their grades before the merit list is released.
• Admission Rounds: Candidates admitted during the first round of admissions will not be eligible for the second or third rounds, which are reserved for students not selected in the first round.

Steps to Register for Odisha CPET 2024

1. Visit the Official Website: Go to the Odisha CPET official website: samsodisha.gov.in.
2. Registration Link: On the homepage, find and click on the registration link.
3. Fill in Basic Details: Enter your name, date of birth, email address, and mobile number.
4. Sign In: Use the newly configured credentials to sign in.
5. Complete the Application Form: Enter your personal and academic details in the application form.
6. Upload Documents: Upload the required documents.
7. Pay Application Fee: Pay the application fee as applicable.
8. Submit and Save: Submit the application form and download the confirmation page for future reference.

Application Fees

• General Category: Rs 500 for a single subject, and Rs 200 for each additional subject.
• SC/ST Categories: Rs 300 for a single subject, and Rs 200 for each additional subject.

Selection Procedure

• Four-Tier Process: The selection process includes four rounds in the initial phase.
  • First Two Rounds: These rounds will consider reservation and weighting factors.
  • Third Round: If no eligible applicants from a certain category apply, seats will be released in the third round.
  • Fourth Round: The final round for phase 1 will be a spot admission round.