SAAT 2026 Exam - Exam Date, Registration, Pattern, Syllabus, Sample Papers, Cutoff, Previous Year Papers

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SAAT 2026 Exam

SAAT 2026 exam dates will be released by Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan (SOA) University on its official website. The round 1 application form of SAAT 2026 will be released in December 2025 and the round 2 forms will be available from April 2026. SAAT 2026 exam will be conducted in an online (computer-based) mode, and it aims to assess candidates’ knowledge, aptitude, and subject-specific understanding based on their chosen course.  The SAAT exam pattern 2026 varies depending on the program — for example, engineering aspirants are tested on Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, while pharmacy aspirants face questions from Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics. The paper generally consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs), and each correct answer carries one mark. 

Siksha "O" Anusandhan (SOA) University, Bhubaneswar, administers the Siksha "O" Anusandhan Admission Test (SAAT) 2026 as a national entrance exam for admission to its numerous undergraduate and graduate programs. Among the subjects covered by these programs are engineering, pharmacy, agriculture, law, management, nursing, and hotel management. SAAT, one of the most well-known private university entrance tests in India, opens doors for thousands of students hoping to attend one of the country's best deemed-to-be universities.

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SAAT 2026 Conducting Body

Located at Bhubaneswar, Odisha, Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University is well-known for its high standards of academic quality and academic excellence. The university has been re-accredited by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with Grade ‘A’ for its overall performance. The university offers various courses in the field of nursing, pharmacy, engineering, medicine, business, biotechnology, agriculture, and law.

SAAT 2026 Important Dates

The important dates of SAAT 2026 are captured below:

Round 1

EventsDates
Availability of Online Application Form of SAAT 2026December 2025
Last Date to Apply for SAAT 2025April 2026
SAAT 2026 Exam Round 1 DatesMay 2026

Round 2

EventsDates
Availability of Online Application Form of SAAT 2026April 2026
Last Date to Apply for SAAT 2025May 2026
SAAT 2026 Exam Round 2 DatesJune 2026

Mop-Up Round

EventsDates
Availability of Online Application Form of SAAT 2026June 2026
Last Date to Apply for SAAT 2025June 2026
SAAT 2026 Exam Round Mop-Up Round DatesJuly 2026

SAAT Eligibility Criteria 2026

The SAAT eligibility criteria 2026 define the academic qualifications, age limits, nationality requirements, and other essential conditions that aspirants must satisfy to appear for the examination. These SAAT 2026 eligibility criteria change according on the course and degree of study; for example, B.Tech programs have different requirements than MBA, M.Tech, or B.Pharm programs. Therefore, in order to prevent being disqualified later in the admissions process, candidates are urged to carefully check the eligibility requirements before completing the SAAT application form. 

To apply for undergraduate degrees, candidates typically need to have finished their 10+2 or equivalent test from an accredited board with the necessary subjects and minimum aggregate marks. Candidates for postgraduate programs must have a bachelor's degree in a related discipline from an accredited university. Additionally, the institution or regulating organizations like AICTE, PCI, or NMC may specify entry requirements or particular topic combinations for various programs.

SAAT Application Form 2026

SAAT applications are submitted online via SOA University's official website, www.soa.ac.in. Candidates must carefully complete the SAAT 2026 application form by choosing their preferred exam location and course, submitting the necessary documents, and providing accurate personal, academic, and contact information. All prospective students in India can use the SAAT application form 2026 because there is no application fee, which is one of its main benefits. 

In order to prevent subsequent disqualification, candidates are urged to review the eligibility requirements unique to their intended program before completing the SAAT application form. Typically, the form has areas for personal information, academic credentials, preferred courses, communication details, and uploading a photo or signature. Additionally, since missing or incorrect forms may result in rejection, applicants must carefully examine all supplied data prior to final submission.

SAAT Admit Card 2026

For applicants taking the SAAT 2026 exam, the SAAT Admit Card 2026 is an essential document provided by the Siksha "O" Anusandhan (SOA) University. During the test, it confirms the candidate's identity and acts as an official pass to enter the exam room. Important information such the candidate's name, photo, signature, roll number, exam date, reporting time, test center address, and exam day instructions are all included on the SAAT 2026 Admit Card. All applicants must bring a printed copy of their admit card and a legitimate photo ID (such as an Aadhaar card, PAN card, or voter ID) to the testing location. No applicant will be allowed to enter the exam room without the admit card.

SAAT 2026 Exam Centres

Check the exam centres from the below table. 

Name of the State

Name of Exam Centre

ODISHA

Angul

Balasore 

Bargarh 

Berhampur 

Bhadrak 

Bhubaneswar

Bolangir

Cuttack 

Dhenkanal 

Jagatsinghpur 

Jajpur 

Jharsuguda

Kalahandi 

Kendrapara 

Keonjhar 

Koraput  

Baripada 

Nabrangpur 

Nayagarh

Puri 

Rayagada 

Rourkela 

Sambalpur 

Sundargarh 

ANDHRA PRADESH

Visakhapatnam

ASSAM 

Guwahati

BIHAR 

Begusarai 

Bhagalpur

Katihar 

Muzzafarpur

Patna

Samastipur  

CHATTISGARH 

Bilaspur

Raipur

DELHI

Delhi

GUJARAT

Surat

JHARKHAND

Bokaro 

Daltonganj 

Dhanbad

Giridh

Jamshedpur 

Ranchi

Saraikela Kharsawan

West Singhbhum

KERALA

Thiruvananthapuram

KARNATAKA

Bengaluru

MADHYA PRADESH

Indore

MAHARASHTRA

Mumbai

Pune

UTTAR PRADESH

Kanpur

Lucknow

Meerut

Noida

Prayagraj

Varanasi

WEST BENGAL

Bankura 

Durgapur

Kharagpur

Kolkata 

Siliguri 

SAAT Result 2026

The SAAT Result is usually released online on the official website — soa.ac.in. Candidates can access their results by logging in with their registered credentials, such as the application number and date of birth. The result is published in the form of a scorecard, which displays important details like the candidate’s name, roll number, subject-wise marks, total score, and qualifying status. A merit list is created separately for each course based on the SAAT 2026 results, which establishes eligibility for the counseling procedure and seat distribution.

The SAAT result 2026 evaluation procedure is merit-based and totally transparent. The rank list, which is crucial to the counseling and admissions processes, is released by the university following the publication of the results. Candidates who fulfill the cutoff criteria can take part in both online and offline counseling sessions, although candidates with better ranks are given preference when it comes to seat distribution.

SAAT 2026 Contact Details

Address: Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University, Khandagiri Square, Bhubaneswar, Odisha

Website: http://www.soa.ac.in

Email: saat2019@soa.ac.in

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FAQs about SAAT

Does SAAT provide scholarships?

Yes, SOA University offers merit-based scholarships to top-performing students in SAAT as well as to those with exceptional academic records in qualifying exams.

What courses are offered through SAAT?

SAAT offers admissions into various UG and PG programs, including B.Tech, B.Pharm, B.Sc Nursing, BBA, MBA, MCA, M.Tech, M.Pharm, and LLB/LLM, among others.

Who is eligible to apply for SAAT?

Eligibility varies by course. Generally, for undergraduate programs, candidates must have passed Class 12 or equivalent with the required subjects and minimum marks. For postgraduate programs, a bachelor’s degree in the relevant field is required.

What is the mode of the SAAT exam?

SAAT is conducted in online mode (computer-based test) at various test centers across India. 

Who conducts the SAAT exam?

The exam is conducted by Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan (SOA) Deemed-to-be University, which is one of the leading private universities in Odisha.

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