Odisha CPET 2024: Exam Date, Application Form, Syllabus & Latest Updates

Updated By Kamayani Meghawal on 20 Mar, 2024 10:45

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Odisha CPET 2024 Exam

Odisha CPET 2024 official notification is expected to be released in May 2024. The Odisha CPET 2024 exam registration process will begin shortly after the official notification is issued. Candidates must fill out the Odisha CPET 2024 application form in order to appear in the Odisha CPET 2024 exam. Before filling out application form for the Odisha CPET 2024, candidates should check the eligibility criteria for the Odisha CPET 2024 exam.

The Odisha Department of Higher Education administers a Common PG Entrance Test (CPET) for PG admission to state universities and colleges across the state. Candidates seeking admission to PG courses in Odisha for the 2024-25 academic year must take the Odisha CPET 2024 exam. Candidates can check all the details about the Odisha CPET 2024 exam on this page including the application form, eligibility, Odisha CPET 2024 exam pattern, Odisha CPET 2024 syllabus, Odisha CPET result 2024, etc. 

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Odisha CPET 2024 Important Dates

The Odisha CPET important dates 2024 can be checked below –

Event

Date

Odisha CPET 2024 online form filling start date

May 2024

Odisha CPET 2024 online form submission last date

May 2024

Odisha CPET 2024 Application correction window

May 2024

Odisha CPET 2024 Hall Ticket  

June 2024

Odisha CPET 2024 Exam Dates

June 2024

Handing over the Entrance marks to OCAC by Entrance Examination Conducting University

July 2024

Marks Updatation by Entrance Exam Conducting Universities to OCAC

July 2024

Odisha CPET 2024 Merit List Release Date (Subject-wise and State-wise merit list) 

July 2024

Choice filling by eligible applicants

July 2024

Odisha CPET 2024 First Seat Allotment

July 2024

Reporting, verification of documents, payment and admission of students at selected colleges/universities

July 2024

Odisha CPET 2024 Second Seat Allotment

August 2024

Reporting, verification of documents, payment and admission of students at selected colleges/universities

August 2024

Odisha CPET 2024 Third Seat Allotment

August 2024

Reporting, verification of documents, payment and admission of students at selected colleges/universities

August 2024
Odisha CPET 2024 Fourth Seat AllotmentAugust 2024
Reporting, verification of documents, payment and admission of students at selected colleges/universitiesAugust 2024
Data updation of admitted students in the e-space(for Fourth Round Admission) by the respective InstitutionsAugust 2024
Commencement of Classes 

August 2024

Odisha CPET 2024 Highlights

Some of the major highlights of the Odisha CPET 2024 exam are –

Name of the Exam

Odisha Common PG Entrance Test (Odisha CPET 2024)

Short Form

Odisha CPET 2024 Exam

Official Website

https://pg.samsodisha.gov.in/

Purpose of the Entrance Exam

The entrance exam is conducted for admission in PG courses.

Streams

Humanities, Science, Business & Commerce

Conducting Body

Department of Higher Education – Odisha

Admission Process

A merit list will be prepared on the basis of performance in the entrance exam.

Odisha CPET 2024 Exam Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must check Odisha CPET eligibility criteria 2024 before filling Odisha CPET 2024 exam application. To be eligible for the Odisha CPET 2024 exam, candidates must have completed a Bachelor's degree with at least the minimum qualifying marks. Candidates who are awaiting final-year UG results or have yet to complete final-year exams are eligible to take the Odisha CPET 2024 exam. Candidates must select a postgraduate course that is relevant to their undergraduate degree.

Odisha CPET 2024 Application Form

The Odisha CPET 2024 exam application form will be available in the month of May 2024. The candidates must note that the detailed Odisha CPET 2024 application process and the fee will be updated here. The candidates can click on the application section on this page to register for the Odisha CPET 2024 exam. The entire Odisha CPET 2024 registration will be online, and the candidates will have to upload a passport-size photograph and signature along with the Odisha CPET 2024 application form.

Odisha CPET 2024 Application Fees

The Odisha CPET application fee is different for each category. There is no fee for PWD and Third gender. Candidates are required to pay the application fee in online mode only. The Odisha CPET application fee is mentioned below in the table:

Category

Odisha CPET Application Fee

General

Rs. 500 per subject

SC/ ST

Rs. 300 per subject

Addition Fee for Each Extra Subject

Rs. 200

PWD and Third gender

No fee

Odisha CPET 2024 Exam Centres

The Odisha CPET exam is conducted across various exam centres in Odisha.  While filling out the application form, candidates will be required to select the exam centre. Candidates can select their preferred exam centre based on their proximity and convenience. The final allocation of Odisha CPET exam centres 2024 will be mentioned in the admit cards. It is advisable for candidates to carefully choose their preferred CPET exam centre at their convenience.

Odisha CPET Previous Year Papers

Candidates who are preparing for the Odisha CPET exam 2024 must be prepared with the CPET previous year's papers. The Odisha CPET previous year question papers provide exposure to the exam pattern, question format, important questions, and level of difficulty. By solving Odisha CPET previous year papers, candidates can define their strengths and weaknesses, exam level preparation, and identify areas that require improvement. Candidates can analyze and understand the time management strategies to excel in the exam. Practice CPET previous year papers under timed conditions will hone your time management skills.

Odisha CPET 2024 Admit Card

Candidates can download the Odisha CPET 2024 admit card by visiting the official website and entering their registration number and password. The CPET 2024 Admit Card includes important information such as the date, time, location, and other details. Candidates must show up at the testing centre with a printed copy of their admit card and a valid photo ID.

Odisha CPET 2024 Answer Key

The Odisha CPET 2024 answer key is released by the conducting authority shortly after the CPET exam. The Odisha CPET answer key 2024 has been released on the official website. The Odisha CPET 2024 answer key is made available in online mode. The Odisha CPET 2024 answer key is valuable for evaluating the performance and finding the scores. The Odisha CPET answer key 2024 contains the correct answers to the questions asked in the CPET examination. This allows the candidates to compare their responses and assess their accuracy.

Odisha CPET 2024 Result

The Odisha CPET result 2024 is declared by the conducting authority after the exam. The CPET result 2024 is released on the official website. Candidates will be able to check the result by logging in with their credentials. The Odisha CPET result 2024 includes details such as the candidate's name, roll number, subject-wise scores, and overall rank. Candidates will be able to check their admission chances to their desired postgraduate programs. Based on the CPET result and rank, candidates will be able to participate in the counselling process organized by the authorities.  

Odisha CPET 2024 Merit List

The Odisha CPET merit list 2024 is a document that determines the rank and eligibility of candidates. The Odisha CPET 2024 merit list is prepared based on the candidate's performance in the CPET exam. Candidates can access the Odisha CPET merit list 2024 on the official website of the CPET exam. The CPET merit list contains the names of candidates along with their ranks and category-wise classifications. Being on the CPET merit list, the candidates can participate in the counselling. It is a basis for further admission processes, such as counselling and seat allotment.

Odisha CPET 2024 Counselling

The Odisha CPET counselling 2024 is the next step in the admission process for postgraduate courses in various disciplines across Odisha. The CPET counselling is conducted by the Odisha Higher Education Department or the conducting authority. The CPET counselling process is based on the CPET result and merit list. Candidates are required to register online, fill out their preferences for courses and colleges, and attend counselling sessions as per the scheduled dates. Seats are allotted to candidates in Odisha CPET counselling 2024 based on their ranks in the CPET merit list, choices filled, and availability of seats in the respective colleges and courses.
Candidates must carry all necessary documents and certificates for verification during the Odisha CPET counselling process. Candidates need to follow the Odisha CPET 2024 counselling schedule carefully. 


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FAQs about Odisha CPET

Who conducts the Odisha CPET exam?

The Odisha CPET exam is conducted by the Department of Higher Education of Odisha.

Why is Odisha CPET conducted?

Odisha CPET is conducted for admission into various postgraduate degree programmes in the fields of Science, Humanities, Business and Commerce.

When will be the Odisha CPET 2024 entrance exam conducted?

The Odisha CPET 2024 exam will be conducted in the month of June 2024. 

Is the Odisha CPET application process an online process?

Yes, the Odisha CPET application process is a fully online process.

What is the minimum qualifying marks required to apply for Odisha CPET 2024?

All the applicants of Odisha CPET must have a minimum of 45% of marks in Bachelor's or UG degree.

Into how many courses are admission offered through the Odisha CPET exam?

Through Odisha CPET exam, interested candidates can apply for admission into 81 postgraduate degree programmes in various Odisha CPET participating colleges.

Do I have to pay additional application fee if I apply for more than one subject in the Odisha CPET exam?

Yes, for each additional subject you apply for through the Odisha CPET application fee, you have to pay INR 200/-.

How many colleges in Odisha accept the Odisha CPET scores for admission purpose?

Almost 25 colleges accept the Odisha CPET scores for admission purpose.

When will Odisha CPET 2024 registration process commence?

Odisha CPET 2024 Registration Process will commence in the month of May 2024. The Department of Higher Education, Odisha initiates the Odisha CPGET registration process in May and conducts the Odisha CPET exam in the month of June. 

Who is eligible to register for the Odisha CPET 2024?

The eligibility criteria for the Odisha CPET 2024 exam is:

  • Candidates must have completed their Bachelor's degree from a recognized college or university.
  • He or she must have scored a minimum of 50% marks in his or her graduating exam.

 

What is a Good Score in Odisha CPET 2024?

55+ marks are a very good score in the Odisha CPET 2024 exam.

 

What is the Odisha Postgraduate Entrance Exam?

The Odisha Common PG Entrance Test is commonly referred to as CPET. It is a government agency that administers entrance exams for various postgraduate degrees in Odisha, India. The Students Academic Management System (SAMS), Odisha, operates it for admission to State Public Universities and Colleges in a variety of PG courses.

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How we will know that in which College/University we are selected for studying PG after the merit list is out?

-AnonymousUpdated on March 04, 2022 09:39 AM
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Abhik Das, Student / Alumni

Dear student, the Odisha CPET officials release the merit list which contains the name of the candidates along with the name of the institutions where they have been allocated seats. You will have to go to the official website of SAMS PG Odisha and enter your Odisha CPET hall ticket number and select your PG admission subject to access your Odisha CPET merit list. You will find out your merit rank and name of the institute which has been allocated to you in the same.

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What is the minimum percentage of person with disabilities for apply cpet

-Monalisa Mohanta Updated on February 03, 2022 01:50 PM
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Lam Vijaykanth, Student / Alumni

Dear Student

The minimum percentage to apply to Odisha CPET 2022 is 45. Click on the link to have further clarity

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I belong to the general category and my Odisha CPET 2020 rank is 217. I appeared in the Odisha CPET English exam. Will I get a good college?

-poojaUpdated on November 30, 2020 03:19 PM
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Abhik Das, Student / Alumni

Dear student, 217 in Odisha CPET exam is a good score and you can get admission in the MA English programme offered by some reputed Odisha CPET participating institutions provided there are still seats vacant in those institutions. If you are looking for the list of colleges that accepts Odisha CPET exam scores for MA English admission, then the following link will prove to be very helpful for you -

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