The Odisha Higher Education Department released the 3rd merit list for undergraduate (UG) admissions on July 29, 2026. A total of 53,656 students secured places for the 2026-27 academic year. These students must complete their final admission steps by August 1, 2026 , to confirm their enrollment.
The selected candidates include 21,879 males, 31,773 females, and four transgender individuals. This list is part of the ongoing admission process for over 287,519 UG seats available across the state. Phase one of admissions saw 237,200 students register.
Admission Schedule and Deadlines
The following deadlines apply to students listed on the 3rd merit list:
| Event | Deadline |
| Online Fee Payment | August 1, 2026 |
| College Reporting (Original Documents) | August 1, 2026, by 5:00 PM |
| 4th Merit List Release | August 4, 2026 |
How to Check Your Admission Status
Students can verify their selection by following these steps:
- Visit the official Odisha UG admission portal.
- Locate and click the "UG 3rd Merit List 2026" link on the homepage.
- Log in using your provided credentials.
- Review the details of your allotted college and course.
- Download your allotment letter.
- Complete all admission procedures by the August 1, 2026, deadline.
Cut-Off Highlights
The cut-off marks for the Odisha UG Admission 2026 reveal competitive entry requirements. Ravenshaw University recorded the highest cut-off for English in Humanities at 94.80%. For Physical Science programs, Physics at Ravenshaw University had the highest cut-off at 95.67%. The highest cut-off in Commerce was 91.83%.
