Engineering Colleges in Odisha Accepting OJEE

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The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) 2026 is a key state-level entrance test for admission into many undergraduate and postgraduate professional programs like BTech, BPharm, MBA, MCA, and more. A large number of government and private colleges across Odisha accept OJEE scores for admission.

Overview — What Is OJEE 2026?

OJEE is a state-level entrance test conducted annually for admission to various professional programs in participating colleges within Odisha. It serves as a vital gateway for students aiming to enter government sponsored and private self-financed institutions across the state.

Top Colleges Accepting OJEE 2026 Scores

Government Sponsored & University Colleges

CIPET, Bhubaneswar: Specialized technical programs in plastic engineering.

College of Engineering and Technology (OUTR), Bhubaneswar: Premier state university.

GCE Keonjhar: Highly rated government institute for core engineering.

GCE Kalahandi: Key state government engineering destination.

Indira Gandhi Institute of Technology (IGIT), Sarang: Reputed for heavy industry exposure.

Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology (VSSUT), Sambalpur: One of the oldest and most prestigious tech universities.

Parala Maharaja Engineering College, Berhampur: Leading government college in south Odisha.

Popular Private & Self-Financed Colleges

Adarsha College of Engineering, Sambalpur

Ajay Binay Institute of Technology (ABIT), Cuttack

National Institute of Science and Technology (NIST), Berhampur

Einstein Academy of Technology & Management, Bhubaneswar

Aryan Institute of Engineering & Technology, Khurda

Ghanashyama Hemalata Institute (GHITM), Puri

Balasore College of Engineering & Technology, Balasore

Courses You Can Get Through OJEE 2026

B.Tech / B.E. (Lateral Entry & Special OJEE for 1st year)

B.Pharm (Pharmacy undergraduate)

MBA / PGDM (Management programs)

MCA / Integrated MCA (Computer applications)

M.Tech / M.Arch / M.Pharm (Postgraduate technical)

MSc / MSc Tech (Science tracks)

Approx Fees & Admission Profile (2026)

College Name	Approx Fee (4 yrs)	Program Type
GCE Keonjhar	₹4–6 L	B.Tech (via OJEE)
GCE Kalahandi	₹4–6 L	B.Tech (via OJEE)
IGIT Sarang	₹5–7 L	B.Tech (via OJEE)
VSSUT Burla	₹4–7 L	B.Tech (via OJEE)
NIST Berhampur	₹3–6 L	B.Tech & Tech Programs
ABIT Cuttack	₹3–6 L	B.Tech (via OJEE)
Adarsha College	₹3–6 L	B.Tech (via OJEE)

How OJEE 2026 Admissions Work

Registration: Apply via ojee.nic.in during the January–March window.

Exam: Appear for the Computer-Based Test (CBT) scheduled in May.

Counselling: Participate in the state-level counseling based on merit ranks.

Choice Filling: Submit your preferred college list on the OJEE portal.

Allotment: Secure seat confirmation through document verification and fee payment.

Yes, OJEE manages lateral entry for diploma holders and conducts Special OJEE for regular 1st-year BTech vacancies.

Pillar Insight

Final Advice: When choosing an OJEE college, verify their NBA/NAAC accreditation and previous 3-year placement trends to ensure a high career ROI.

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