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Free UPSC Coaching Odisha 2026 | Apply for 200 Seats

Free UPSC Coaching Odisha 2026 | Apply for 200 Seats
Odisha Govt Free UPSC Civil Services Residential Coaching 2026

ODISHA GOVT FREE UPSC CIVIL SERVICES RESIDENTIAL COACHING 2026-27

Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha – 200 Seats | Session 2026-27
Department Higher Education
Total Seats 200 Aspirants
Eligibility Odisha Domiciles
Exam Date 28 June 2026

Residential

FREE
Food & Accommodation Provided

Duration

11 Months
Prelims & Mains Coaching

Total Seats

200
Odisha Domicile Aspirants

Covers

GS + Optional
As per UPSC Syllabus

Application Fee

₹100
Online Mode Only

Apply Via

SAMS Portal
www.samsodisha.gov.in

Programme Highlights

  • Free Residential Coaching: Government of Odisha is providing free UPSC Civil Services Residential Coaching to 200 aspirants who are domiciles of Odisha.
  • Residential Facility: It will be a fully residential coaching programme — food and accommodation will be provided by the Government to the selected candidates.
  • Entrance Examination: A pre-qualifying entrance examination will be conducted for shortlisting 200 candidates. Date of examination is 28th June 2026 (Sunday).
  • 11-Month Coaching: Coaching will be provided for 11 months covering Prelims and Mains examination (General Studies and Optional paper) as per the syllabus of UPSC.
  • Application Portal: Interested candidates may apply through the SAMS portal of Higher Education Department at www.samsodisha.gov.in.
  • Detailed Guidelines: Available on Higher Education Department website www.dhe.odisha.gov.in as well as in SAMS portal.
  • Application Fee: Rs.100/- is to be deposited through online mode at the time of submission of application.

Admission Timeline & Important Dates

Candidates must adhere to the following schedule for the UPSC Civil Services Residential Coaching Programme 2026-27:

Sl. No. 1
08.06.2026 (11:00 AM)
Monday
Availability of Common Application Form (CAF) & Advertisement in the SAMS website
Sl. No. 2
19.06.2026 (11:45 PM)
Friday
Last date & Time of applying online CAF
Sl. No. 3
20.06.2026 (11:00 AM to 11:45 PM)
Saturday
Editing of the Common Application Form (CAF) if required
Sl. No. 4
24.06.2026
Wednesday
Availability of Admit card in HIMS portal (https://hims.odisha.gov.in/landing) along with in SAMS Portal
Sl. No. 5
28.06.2026
Sunday
Date of Examination
Sl. No. 6
29.06.2026
Monday
Publication of Provisional Answer Key in HIMS/SAMS Portal
Sl. No. 7
02.07.2026 (Thu) & 03.07.2026 (Fri)
Thursday & Friday
Receiving of objections to the Provisional Answer Keys by the candidates on their student's login on SAMS portal
Sl. No. 8
08.07.2026
Wednesday
Publication of Revised-Answer Key (HIMS/SAMS Portal)
Sl. No. 9
To Be Notified
Publication of Selection list
Sl. No. 10
To Be Notified
Document Verification and admission — Dates will be notified by Higher Education Department Later
Sl. No. 11
To Be Notified
Commencement of Coaching Classes

How to Apply

  • Visit the SAMS portal of Higher Education Department at www.samsodisha.gov.in or www.dhe.odisha.gov.in.
  • Check the detailed eligibility criteria and guidelines available on the portal.
  • Fill the Common Application Form (CAF) online during the application window (08.06.2026 to 19.06.2026).
  • Deposit the application fee of Rs.100/- through online mode at the time of submission.
  • Download the Admit Card from HIMS portal (https://hims.odisha.gov.in/landing) or SAMS Portal from 24.06.2026 onwards.
  • Appear for the pre-qualifying entrance examination on 28.06.2026 (Sunday).

For More Details & Helpdesk

0674-2954600
civilschemescheme2025@gmail.com

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for this free UPSC coaching programme?
The programme is open to 200 aspirants who are domiciles of Odisha. Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria mentioned in the detailed guideline available on the SAMS portal.
Is the coaching fully residential?
Yes. It will be a fully residential coaching programme. Food and accommodation will be provided by the Government to the selected candidates at no cost.
What is the duration of the coaching programme?
Coaching will be provided for 11 months, covering both Prelims and Mains examination (General Studies and Optional paper) as per the UPSC syllabus.
What is the application fee?
The application fee is Rs.100/-, which is to be deposited through online mode only at the time of submission of the application.
When is the entrance examination?
The pre-qualifying entrance examination for shortlisting 200 candidates will be held on 28th June 2026 (Sunday).
Where can I download the admit card?
The admit card will be available from 24.06.2026 on the HIMS portal (https://hims.odisha.gov.in/landing) as well as on the SAMS Portal.
How can I raise objections to the provisional answer key?
Candidates can submit objections to the Provisional Answer Key through their student's login on the SAMS portal during the window of 02.07.2026 (Thursday) and 03.07.2026 (Friday).

ODISHA GOVT DIRECTS FREE PRE & POST HOSPITALISATION UNDER AB-PMJAY/GJAY

ODISHA GOVT DIRECTS FREE PRE & POST HOSPITALISATION UNDER AB-PMJAY/GJAY
SHAS Advisory AB-PMJAY GJAY Pre Post Hospitalisation Odisha

ADVISORY ON FREE PRE & POST HOSPITALISATION UNDER AB-PMJAY/GJAY

State Health Assurance Society, H&FW Dept – Letter No. 1279 Dated 01.06.2026
Reference Letter No. 1279
Department H&FW / SHAS
Issued By CEO, SHAS
Addressee All Empanelled Hospitals

Issue Identified

Illegal Charging
Hospitals charging for covered services

Beneficiary Protection

100% Free
No charges for pre/post hospitalisation

Action Warning

Strict Action
Deviation will be taken seriously

STRICT ADHERENCE MANDATORY

All empanelled hospitals are hereby requested to strictly adhere to the scheme guidelines and refrain from charging money from beneficiaries for any service covered in the package cost. Any deviation will be taken seriously.

Coverage Period & Services

Expenses covered under the AB-PMJAY/GJAY package cost without any charges to beneficiaries:

Pre-Hospitalisation
3 Days
Before Admission
Consultation, Diagnostics, and Medications up to 3 days before getting admitted in the same hospital where treatment under AB-PMJAY/GJAY is initiated.
Post-Hospitalisation
15 Days
After Discharge
Consultation, Medicines, Diagnostics, and Post-Operative Care from the date of discharge up to 15 days. Follow-up visits and diagnostics evaluation must be done free of cost.

Key Directives to Empanelled Hospitals

  • Pre-Hospitalisation Coverage: Expenditure incurred by beneficiary for consultation, diagnostics, and medications up to 3 days before admission is included in the package cost. Applicable only to expenses made in the same hospital where treatment is initiated.
  • Post-Hospitalisation Coverage: Expenses from date of discharge up to 15 days for consultation, medicines, diagnostics, and post-operative care are covered in the package cost.
  • Medication Provision: Hospitals must procure required medications and provide them to the beneficiary free of cost.
  • Follow-up Visits: If diagnostics evaluation and follow-up visits are needed within 15 days post-discharge, they must be done free of cost by the hospitals.
  • No Charging: The beneficiary should not be charged for any pre and post-hospital expenses covered under the package.
  • Surgery Complications: In case of surgery, post-operative complications and readmission linked to the treatment are to be covered under the earlier package cost.
  • Strict Compliance: Any deviation from these guidelines will be taken seriously by SHAS and the Health & Family Welfare Department.

To Whom It Is Addressed

  • All Empanelled Hospitals: Under AB-PMJAY/GJAY across Odisha.
  • CDM & PHOs: For information and necessary action at district level.
  • Nodal Officers: All sections and District Coordinators of SHAS for information and necessary action.
  • Commissioner-cum-Secretary: H&FW Department for kind information.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is covered under pre-hospitalisation?
Consultation, diagnostics, and medications up to 3 days before admission in the same hospital where AB-PMJAY/GJAY treatment is initiated. These expenses are included in the package cost.
What is covered under post-hospitalisation?
From the date of discharge up to 15 days, expenses for consultation, medicines, diagnostics, and post-operative care are covered. Follow-up visits and diagnostics must be done free of cost.
Can hospitals charge beneficiaries for these services?
No. Empanelled hospitals are strictly prohibited from charging beneficiaries for any pre-hospitalisation or post-hospitalisation services covered under the AB-PMJAY/GJAY package cost.
What happens if a hospital violates these guidelines?
SHAS has warned that any deviation from these guidelines will be taken seriously. Empanelled hospitals must strictly adhere to the advisory or face disciplinary action.
Are post-operative complications covered?
Yes. In case of surgery, post-operative complications and readmission linked to the treatment are to be covered under the earlier package cost — no additional charges to the beneficiary.