SOA University - Siksha 'O' Anusandhan Bhubaneswar Answered Questions

Pass in +2 Science with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and/or Mathematics from a recognized board of the country individually in each subject and with minimum of 40% marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Mathematics taken together for SC/ST and 45% for Physically Challenged candidates.

Pass in +2 Science with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and/or Mathematics from a recognized board of the country individually in each subject and with minimum of 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Mathematics taken together (40% for SC/ST and 45% for Physically Challenged candidates). The minimum age for admission shall be 17 years as on 31.12.2025.

For admission to Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.) at SOA University, there are exceptions or exemptions for the 60% eligibility requirement, specifically for reserved category candidates. They must have obtained at least 50% marks (45% marks in case of candidate belongs to SC/ST/OBC category) in the subjects 'Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or Biology taken together'.

To get a seat in SOA University for B.Sc. in Nursing (Basic), the candidate should have passed the 10+2 examination with at least 50% marks in aggregate (Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English taken together) and 45% marks for SC / ST / OBC candidates. The minimum age for admission shall be 17 years, and the maximum age limit for admission shall be 35 years. The candidate should also have the required documents such as provisional admission letter, all marksheets and certificates, transfer certificate, conduct certificate, migration certificate, caste certificate, and physically handicapped certificate (if applicable). The fee to be paid for final admission is Rs. 90,000/- (Rs. 1,20,000 - Rs 30,000 paid for provisional admission).

Candidate shall have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination with at least 60% marks (50% in case of SC / ST / OBC category) and obtained at least 50% marks (45% marks in case of candidate belonging to reserved category) in Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with one of the following subjects: Chemistry / Computer Science / Electronics / Information Technology / Biology / Informatics Practices / Biotechnology / Technical Vocational subject / Agriculture / Engineering Graphics / Business Studies / Entrepreneurship.

To get admission to B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering at SOA University, candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry/Biotechnology/Biology/Technical Vocational subject, with at least 45% marks (40% for reserved categories) in the above three subjects taken together. They can apply through SAAT (Siksha 'O' Anusandhan University Admission Test) or JEE Main.

Yes, you can get direct admission to SOA University B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering programme if you meet the eligibility criteria. The eligibility criteria for B.Tech. programme at SOA University includes passing Minimum Three years / Two years (Lateral Entry) Diploma examination with at least 50% marks (45% marks in case of candidates belonging to reserved category), from State Council of Technical Education and Vocational Training (SCTE&VT), Odisha or equivalent, or passing B.Sc. Degree from a recognized University as defined by UGC, with at least 50% marks (45% marks in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) and passing 10+2 examination with Mathematics as a subject.

To be eligible for admission to the MBA in Hospital Administration at SOA University, a candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree in any stream with an overall aggregate of 50% marks. The acceptable streams include Science, Commerce, Arts, B.E., B.Tech., MBBS, B.Pharm., B.Sc. Agri., BVSC, BHMS, BAMS, BDS, BPT, BHMCT, BBA, or BCA from a recognised University.

To apply for B.Sc. in Optometry at SOA University, you need to pass in +2 Science with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and/or Mathematics from a recognized board of the country individually in each subject and with minimum of 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Mathematics taken together (40% for SC/ST and 45% for Physically Challenged candidates). The minimum age for admission shall be 17 years as on 31.12.2025.