Can I get an exam center for the OJEE in cities other than Odisha?

No, Odisha Joint Entrance Examination is a state-level examination that is held in about 32 test cities. New test cities were added to the list in the year 2022. Among these 9 new test cities, Patna, Ranchi and Kolkata were the test cities outside the state of Odisha. only in the state of Odisha. OJEE test citites are: Angul Balasore Baripada Bhawanipatna Jeypore Malkangiri Jharsuguda Nabarangpur Kendrapara Naupada Keonjhar Subarnapur Berhampur Phulbani Patna Bhadrak Puri Ranchi Bhubaneswar Rayagada Kolkata Bolangir Rourkela Jagatsinghpur Cuttack Sambalpur Boudh Dhenkanal Sarang Paralakhemund (GAJAPATI) Jajpur Nayagarh Balangir Deogarh

What is the reporting time to OJEE exam centre? Can I leave early if I complete the exam early?

Candidates appearing for the OJEE exam must download the OJEE admit card in order to know their exam centre details. The OJEE admit card will mention details such as name, application number, exam date, time, venue details, etc. The OJEE exam will likely be conducted in three slots and the candidates must ensure to reach the OJEE exam venue at least an hour before the exam begins. Candidates will be allowed to leave the exam centre only once the exam is over. They will not be allowed to leave the examination centre early.

Which documents do I need to upload in the OJEE application form?

Candidates need to upload recent passport size photographs and full signatures. Candidates will also be required to upload their academic certificates. Candidates must ensure that the images uploaded are clear and in accordance with the specifications mentioned. If the scanned documents are distorted or unclear, candidates may be disbarred from appearing for the OJEE exam or their application forms may be rejected.

Is there an age limit to appear for OJEE?

Any graduate candidate with a 50 percent aggregate can apply for OJEE. The applicant must also be a citizen of India. There is no age bar for the candidates appearing for the exam. However, candidates appearing for BTech Marine Engineering exam must not be more than 22 years of age. Candidates in the final year of graduation or awaiting their result can also apply provisionally. They will be required to present their marksheets at the time of admissions.

What are the registration dates for Special OJEE?

The Special or 2nd OJEE registration form was released on June 13, 2025. Candidates who wish to appear for the 2nd OJEE exam 2025 scheduled to be held on July 15, 2025, and July 16, 2025, can apply till June 28, 2025. Earlier, the last date of application was June 23, 2025. The authorities will also open the form correction window on June 29, 2025.

Who is eligible for the OJEE exam?

OJEE eligibility criteria are the requirements for appearing for the OJEE exam. OJEE scores are accepted in over 40 top B-schools in the country. The OJEE eligibility criteria are prescribed by the OJEE Cell, which is the OJEE exam conducting authority. The minimum requirement or eligibility criteria for appearing for OJEE is graduation. The basic OJEE eligibility criteria include: Age Limit: There is no age bar for the candidates appearing for postgraduate courses, however, candidates appearing for BAMS/BHMS or Pharma must be at least 17 years of age as of December 31 Nationality: Candidates appearing for OJEE must be a citizen of India. If they wish to take admissions to government colleges in Odisha then the candidates must be a native of Odisha. Minimum Educational Qualification: For undergraduate courses, the candidate must have cleared Class 12 or equivalent from a recognized board. As for postgraduate courses, the candidate must hold aDiplomaorBachelorsdegree from a recognized university or institute from a relevant stream. Work experience: OJEE exam eligibility criteria do not include work experience. Both working and non-working candidates can apply for the exam

Is the OJEE registration fee refundable?

The OJEE registration fee is non-refundable. Once the OJEE application fee is paid, even if you do not appear for the exam the application fee will not be returned. If the amount has been debited from your account but the application fee payment status has not been updated, you can write to OJEE Cell. OJEE application fee is to be paid online, hence, candidates must carefully fill the application form and re-check the details filled in the application form before paying the application fee.

How much do I need to pay as the application fee for OJEE?

Candidates applying for the OJEE exam, need to fill the OJEE application form and pay the application fee online. The candidates need to pay an OJEE application fee of INR 1,000. Candidates need to pay INR 500 for each additional course. This means, if the candidate is appearing for MBA as well as MCA, then they need to pay INR 1000 as the base fee and INR 500 for the additional course. Hence, the total application fee turns out to be INR 1500. The Special OJEE application fee is also INR 1,500. The fee can be remitted via Debit/Credit Card/Netbanking. Candidates are suggested that they must check the OJEE eligibility criteria before filling the OJEE application form and paying the OJEE application fee.

I am an outsider, can I get admission in government college of Odisha through OJEE?

Students who are not the natives of the Odisha state can apply for the OJEE exam. However, they will be eligible to take admissions only to the private colleges and universities in various courses offered through OJEE. It is essential to be a native of Odisha to be eligible to take admission the government colleges in the state of Odisha.

How can I recover my OJEE password or application number?

To recover OJEE password, click on 'Forget Password' button. Candidates will be redirected to a new page. Choose one option among the three. Candidates can reset their passwords through a verification code (OTP) sent on the registered mobile number or using the reset link sent via email to the registered email ID. Fill in the required details and click 'Submit' button.

Can I pay the OJEE application fee offline?

OJEE registration fee can be paid online only. They can use debit/credit cards or net banking to pay the application fee for OJEE 2023. There is no provision for paying the OJEE application fee offline. The exam fee is INR 1,000. In the case of applying for a combination of courses, the students need to pay an additional fee of INR 500 per course. Courses offered by the OJEE are Undergraduate level, Lateral Entry level, and Post Graduate level.

Can I fill the OJEE application form offline?

No, the OJEE application form is available in online mode only which can be filled on the official website of OJEE or Odisha JEE. There is no provision of filling the application form offline. Candidates also need to make an online fee payment to complete the OJEE registration process. The application forms for each course are released on the official website of OJEE and the candidates need to fill out the OJEE application form and then proceed to paying the OJEE application fee. The OJEE application procedure is completely online and there is no offline communication.

Can I carry a watch, eatables and water to the OJEE exam centre?

Eatable and drinks are not allowed inside the OJEE exam centre. But, candidates must carry their personal transparent water bottle to the exam centre and follow the COVID-19 appropriate behaviour at all times. Electronic gadgets including watches, mobile phones, calculators, smart devices, etc. Are prohibited inside the OJEE exam centre. Candidates should carry recent passport size photograph, photo ID (original and photocopy) and OJEE admit card along with them to the exam centre.

What are the OJEE registration dates?

OJEE application process 2026 will likely begin in the last week of January 2026. The application form for OJEE will be available online and the candidates will be required to pay the application fee online as well. The application schedule is announced on the official website of OJEE. The OJEE application process starts with the OJEE registration and application fee payment. Candidates have to submit their OJEE application form before the deadline. Candidates are required to choose their preferred institutes they wish to apply for MBA and other courses through the OJEE score. Candidates will be eligible for admission to only those institutes that they select in the OJEE application form. Special OJEE registration will begin after the declaration of the OJEE result 2026.

Is there any reservation for female candidates in OJEE exam?

Yes, 30 percent of seats are reserved for women students who are applying for Master of Business Administration, Master of Computer Application, Bachelor of Technology, Bachelor of Architecture, and Bachelor of Pharmacy. OJEE Reservation Criteria: Scheduled Castes (SC): 8 percent Scheduled Tribes (ST): 12 percent Green Card (GC): 5 percent Persons with Disabilities (PwD): 5 percent Ex-Servicemen (ES): 3 percent Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW): 5 percent Women: 30 percent Outlying Odia (OL): 3 percent (Only in government institutes) For more information, you may visit the Shiksha Odisha Joint Entrance Examination page. (https://www.shiksha.com/mba/ojee-exam). I hope this will help you.

Is the Special OJEE/ 2nd OJEE application form same as the OJEE application form?

No, the OJEE exam is conducted for admission to various undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the state of Odisha. However, Special OJEE is an additional examination conducted by the OJEE Board for specific purposes. The Special OJEE is typically held to fill vacant seats in engineering, medical, or other professional courses in colleges and universities in the state of Odisha. Therefore, the OJEE and special OJEE application forms are different. The Special OJEE application forms are usually released after the OJEE exam result is announced. Candidates who wish to take admission through the Odisha Joint Entrance Examination but were not able to appear for the exam can apply through Special Odisha Joint Entrance Examination. Special Odisha Joint Entrance Examination will be conducted for admissions to Bachelor of Technology, LeTech (Diploma), LeTech (Bachelor of Science), Master of Business Administration, Master of Computer Application, Master of Technology, Master of Planning, Master of Architecture, and Master of Pharmacy courses under Odisha Joint Entrance Examination.

Can students outside Odisha apply for Special OJEE?

Yes, students from outside Odisha state can also apply for the Special OJEE exam. However, such candidates can only apply for admissions to the private colleges in Odisha. Only the natives in Odisha are eligible to take admission to the government institutes in Odisha offering admissions through OJEE and 2nd OJEE exam.

Can I make corrections to my OJEE application form after submission?

Candidates can only make corrections in the OJEE application form if the correction window opens on the official website. If it does not then the applicant will have to fill out a new form and pay the application fee again. Once the form correction window closes, the applicants will not be able to make corrections again. Candidates must carefully fill the application form to avoid errors.

Can I fill the application form first and pay the application fee later for OJEE MBA?

Yes, when candidates are applying for OJEE they do not have to fill the form and pay the application fee in one go. However, they have to pay the application within five days of filling the OJEE registration form. Candidates must note that a completely filled application form without the application fee will be rejected. Candidates must pay the fee online in order to complete the OJEE application process and register their candidature.

OJEE Application Form 2026: Check Registration Date, Application Fees, & How to Apply

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OJEE registration 2026 will likely begin in the last week of January 2026. The OJEE application form will be available online on the official OJEE website, ojee.nic.in. Candidates should complete the OJEE registration and pay the application fee online after checking the OJEE eligibility criteria. The authorities will also release the Special OJEE application form 2026 after the OJEE exam results are announced.

OJEE form correction window will likely open in March 2026. The OJEE exam schedule will also be released online. OJEE application form 2026 will be available on the official website only, and there will be no offline communication for this.

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OJEE Eligibility Criteria 2026
OJEE 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
OJEE 2026 Registration: Key Points to Remember
How to Fill OJEE Application Form 2026?
OJEE 2026 Test Centres
How to Apply for Special Odisha JEE 2026?
Special Entrance Exam 2026 Important Registration Dates
Instructions Regarding Special OJEE 2026
FAQs Related to OJEE Registrations

OJEE Eligibility Criteria 2026

OJEE 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of OJEE 2025 exam

Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
Jan ' 26	OJEE 2026 registrations TENTATIVE
Mar ' 26	OJEE 2026: Last date of fee payment TENTATIVE
Apr ' 26	OJEE 2026 Admit Card Release TENTATIVE
May ' 26	OJEE 2026 TENTATIVE