Siksha ’O’ Anusandhan University (SOA) takes admission in engineering, medical and management courses through separate routes. B.Tech applicants can use SAAT or JEE Main scores, while MBBS admission is only through NEET UG and MCC Deemed University counselling. For MBBS, the management quota fee is INR 21.95 lakh per year and the NRI quota fee is USD 50,000 per year.

Students applying for MBA can use CAT, MAT, XAT, ATMA or SAAT scores. SOA also offers a merit scholarship of INR 35,000 per year to eligible students.

Admission Update:
  • B.Tech (ITER): Admission is through SAAT or JEE Main. Applications are available at admission.soa.ac.in.
  • MBBS: MCC Deemed University counselling is the only route for seat allotment. All 250 seats are filled through MCC.
  • MBA: Applications are open. Students should check admission.soa.ac.in for current intake deadlines.
  • SAAT is SOA’s own national-level entrance exam and it has no negative marking.
  • A valid JEE Main score can also be used instead of SAAT for B.Tech admission.
  • Every MBBS seat, including management and NRI quota seats, is allotted by MCC counselling on the basis of NEET UG score.
  • SOA Merit Scholarship of INR 35,000 per year is offered to students who have 80% or above in both Class 10 and Class 12.
  • Law admission is based on CLAT or SAAT score.

SOA University Admission Portal 2026: admission.soa.ac.in

Management Quota at SOA University: SOA MBBS has 212 management quota seats and 38 NRI quota seats. MCC Deemed University counselling fills both categories through NEET UG scores. Students cannot get direct MBBS admission without a valid NEET score. The management quota fee is INR 21.95 lakh per year and the NRI quota fee is USD 50,000 per year.

SOA University Important Dates 2026

The current admission timeline includes MBA applications and NEET UG counselling rounds that are still active or scheduled ahead.

Event Date
MBA Applications Ongoing, check admission.soa.ac.in
MCC Deemed University Counselling Round 2 Reporting September 12 to September 18, 2026
MCC Deemed University Counselling Round 2 Sharing of Data September 19, 2026
MCC Deemed University Counselling Round 3 Verification of Tentative Seat Matrix September 21, 2026
MCC Deemed University Counselling Round 3 Registration and Payment September 22 to September 27, 2026
MCC Deemed University Counselling Round 3 Choice Filling and Locking September 23 to September 28, 2026
MCC Deemed University Counselling Round 3 Processing of Seat Allotment September 28 to September 29, 2026
MCC Deemed University Counselling Round 3 Result September 30, 2026
MCC Deemed University Counselling Round 3 Reporting October 1 to October 9, 2026
MCC Deemed University Counselling Round 3 Sharing of Data October 10, 2026
MCC Deemed University Counselling Stray Vacancy Round Registration and Payment October 12 to October 14, 2026
MCC Deemed University Counselling Stray Vacancy Round Choice Filling and Locking October 12 to October 15, 2026
MCC Deemed University Counselling Stray Vacancy Round Processing of Seat Allotment October 15 to October 16, 2026
MCC Deemed University Counselling Stray Vacancy Round Result October 17, 2026
MCC Deemed University Counselling Stray Vacancy Round Reporting October 19 to October 26, 2026

Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

SOA University UG Admission 2026

SOA University offers UG admission in engineering, medical and law courses through entrance-based selection. B.Tech admission is handled through ITER and accepts SAAT or JEE Main scores. MBBS seats at IMS and SUM Hospital are allotted only through MCC after NEET UG.

SOA University B.Tech Eligibility Criteria

Course Eligibility Selection
B.Tech (all branches) 10+2 with PCM, min 50% SAAT or JEE Main score
B.Tech Lateral Entry Diploma in Engineering, min 45% SAAT Lateral or OJEE

SOA University B.Tech Selection Criteria

SAAT 2026 has 100 multiple-choice questions and the test duration is 2 hours. The exam carries no negative marking. For B.Tech admission, SOA prepares the shortlist from SAAT merit rank or JEE Main score.

B.Tech specialisations include CSE, ECE, Mechanical, Civil, EEE, and AI or ML variants. ABET-accredited programmes are offered in selected branches.

How to Apply for B.Tech at SOA University?

  • Go to admission.soa.ac.in and register for SAAT 2026.
  • Enter personal and academic details, then upload the photograph and signature.
  • Download the admit card from the admission portal.
  • Take the SAAT exam at the allotted centre.
  • Check the merit rank and join SOA counselling.
  • Confirm the allotted seat by paying the first-year fee.

Key insight: Students with a JEE Main score can still apply through SAAT to keep another admission route open.

SOA University MBBS Eligibility Criteria

Category Eligibility NEET Qualifying Percentile
General 10+2 PCB + English, min 50% 50th percentile
SC/ST/OBC 10+2 PCB + English, min 40% 40th percentile
General-PwD 10+2 PCB + English, min 45% 45th percentile

SOA University MBBS Selection Criteria

SOA University has 250 MBBS seats. The seat split is 212 management quota seats and 38 NRI quota seats. MCC Deemed University counselling allots every seat according to NEET UG rank.

Students must add SOA University as a preferred institute while filling choices on the MCC portal. Allotment is done by NEET merit within the relevant quota.

How to Apply for MBBS at SOA University?

  • Qualify NEET UG 2026 with the required percentile for your category.
  • Register at mcc.nic.in for Deemed University counselling after the result.
  • Select SOA University as a preferred institute during online choice-filling.
  • Wait for the seat allotment notification from MCC.
  • Report to the IMS and SUM Hospital campus with original documents.
  • Pay the first-year tuition fee to secure the allotted seat.

Key insight: SOA University does not run a separate MBBS management quota form. NEET UG score and MCC counselling are compulsory for all 250 seats.

SOA University Law Admission

SOA School of Law accepts CLAT or SAAT scores for BA LLB and LLB admission. Students should check the current-year eligibility on admission.soa.ac.in before applying.

SOA University PG Admission 2026

MBA admission at SOA University is open to students with CAT, MAT, XAT, ATMA or SAAT scores. The MBA course runs for 2 years across 4 semesters.

SOA University MBA Eligibility Criteria

Course Eligibility Selection
MBA (all specialisations) Graduation in any discipline, min 50% CAT/MAT/XAT/ATMA or SAAT score
MBA Hospitality Graduation in any discipline, min 50% SAAT or equivalent management CET

Reserved category students need at least 45% marks in graduation.

SOA University MBA Selection Criteria

SOA shortlists MBA applicants using entrance exam scores. Shortlisted students then attend a personal interview at the SOA campus. The final merit list is prepared from the entrance score and interview performance.

How to Apply for MBA at SOA University?

  • Take CAT, MAT, XAT, ATMA or SAAT 2026.
  • Register at admission.soa.ac.in with the entrance score and academic details.
  • Wait for the interview call after shortlisting.
  • Attend the personal interview at the SOA campus in Bhubaneswar.
  • Pay the fee after selection to confirm the seat.

Scholarships at SOA University

SOA University gives a merit scholarship to eligible new students. Renewal is checked semester by semester through academic performance and attendance.

Scholarship Amount Criteria
SOA Merit Scholarship INR 35,000 per year 80% or above in both Class 10 and Class 12

To renew the scholarship, a student must keep a CGPA of 8.0 or above each semester, have zero backlog and maintain 80% attendance in all subjects. The scholarship is available for B.Tech, BCA, MCA, MBA, B.Pharm, Nursing and Law programmes.

SOA University Admission FAQs

Ques. Can I apply for SOA B.Tech without taking SAAT?

Ans. Yes. A valid JEE Main 2026 score is also accepted for B.Tech admission. SAAT is another option, and it has no negative marking.

Ques. How many MBBS seats are offered at SOA University?

Ans. SOA University offers 250 MBBS seats. This includes 212 management quota seats and 38 NRI quota seats. MCC Deemed University counselling allots all seats through NEET UG scores.

Ques. Which exam is required for MBBS admission at SOA?

Ans. NEET UG is compulsory for MBBS admission at SOA. The university does not conduct a separate MBBS entrance exam, and students must also take part in MCC Deemed University counselling.

Ques. Does SOA allow direct MBBS admission without NEET?

Ans. No. Direct MBBS admission is not available at SOA University. A valid NEET UG score and the required qualifying percentile are needed for management quota, NRI quota and every other MBBS seat.

Ques. What marks do I need for SOA MBA admission?

Ans. MBA applicants need a graduation degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks. Reserved category students need 45%. A valid CAT, MAT, XAT, ATMA or SAAT score is also required.

Ques. What is the SAAT 2026 exam pattern?

Ans. SAAT 2026 has 100 multiple-choice questions. The exam lasts 2 hours and has no negative marking.

Ques. Who can get the SOA Merit Scholarship?

Ans. Students who scored 80% or above in both Class 10 and Class 12 can get the SOA Merit Scholarship of INR 35,000 per year. Renewal needs CGPA 8.0 each semester with no backlogs.

Ques. Which entrance scores are accepted for SOA law courses?

Ans. SOA School of Law accepts CLAT or SAAT scores for BA LLB and LLB admission. Applicants should check the latest eligibility rules on admission.soa.ac.in before filling the form.