Free UPSC Coaching Odisha 2026 | Apply for 200 Seats
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).
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