K.B.D.A.V. College Admissions 2026-27 Dates, Appilcation Form, Process & Fee

K.B.D.A.V. College, Nirakarpur, Khordha (historically associated with the Khudra region of Odisha), is a premier government-aided institution established in 1959. Accredited with a 'B++' grade by NAAC, the college is a key hub for higher education in the Khordha district, offering diverse undergraduate programs in Arts, Science, and Commerce.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic session are conducted through the Student Academic Management System (SAMS) Odisha, a centralized digital platform managed by the Department of Higher Education (DHE), Odisha.

Admission Process

Admissions at K.B.D.A.V. College are strictly merit-based and follow the "E-Admission" protocol mandated by the Government of Odisha.

1. Online Registration (SAMS Odisha): Candidates must visit the SAMS Odisha portal (samsodisha.gov.in) and register using a valid mobile number and email ID to create a Common Application Form (CAF).

2. Choice Filling: During the application, students select "K.B.D.A.V. College, Nirakarpur" as their preferred institution and choose their desired stream (Arts/Science/Commerce) and Honors/Pass subjects.

3. CAF Fee Payment: The application is only considered complete after the successful payment of the non-refundable CAF fee via the online payment gateway.

4. Selection & Merit List: SAMS Odisha publishes the merit list based on the marks secured in the 10+2 (HSC) examination. Candidates can check their selection status via their student login or SMS alerts.

5. Online Deposit of Admission Fees: Selected candidates must pay the admission fees online through the SAMS portal to initiate the "Intimation Letter" download.

6. Reporting & Verification: Final admission is confirmed only after the candidate reports to K.B.D.A.V. College for physical document verification as per the scheduled timeline.

Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility requirements for various UG programs are as follows:

• B.A. (Arts): Must have passed Higher Secondary (+2) or equivalent from Odisha CHSE, CBSE, ICSE, or any other recognized board in any stream.

• B.Sc. (Science): Must have passed +2 Science or an equivalent examination with relevant subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology).

• B.Com (Commerce): Must have passed +2 in Commerce, Science, or Arts.

• Minimum Marks: Admission is based on aggregate marks in the qualifying exam. Specific Honors subjects (e.g., Physics, Political Science, Economics) may require a minimum of 45% in that subject or related group.

Important Dates - Admission 2026 (Tentative)

The timeline below is estimated based on the SAMS Odisha academic calendar for 2026.

Application Fees

The Common Application Form (CAF) fee is determined by the Government of Odisha and is subject to annual revisions:

• General Category: INR 300 (Approx.)

• SC/ST Category: INR 200 (Approx.)

• PWD/Transgender: Exempted (in specific cycles)

Required Documents

Selected candidates must bring the following documents (Originals + 2 sets of Photocopies) for verification:

1. Printout of the Common Application Form (CAF).

2. Intimation Letter (Generated from SAMS portal).

3. 10th (High School) Certificate and Marksheet.

4. +2 (Higher Secondary) Marksheet and Provisional Certificate.

5. School Leaving Certificate (SLC) & Conduct Certificate (Original).

6. Migration Certificate (for students from boards other than CHSE Odisha).

7. Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/SEBC reservation).

8. Weightage Certificates (NCC, NSS, Scouts & Guides, or Sports, if applicable).

9. Four Recent Passport-size Photographs.

10. Aadhar Card Copy.

Additional Information

K.B.D.A.V. College provides a robust academic environment with facilities including a centralized library, science laboratories, and separate hostels for boys and girls. Students are eligible for various state scholarships such as the Prerana Scholarship (for SC/ST/OBC) and the E-Medhabruti.

For the most accurate and real-time updates regarding seat matrix and cut-off marks, applicants should regularly monitor the SAMS Odisha Degree Portal.