SAAT 2026: Mopup Round Open, Exam Dates, Eligibility, Syllabus and Cutoff

SAAT 2026, or Siksha ’O’ Anusandhan Admission Test, is a national level entrance exam conducted by Siksha ’O’ Anusandhan Deemed to be University (SOA University), Bhubaneswar, Odisha, for admission to B.Tech, B.Pharm, B.Sc. Nursing, BCA, BBA, Law, MBA, MCA, and other UG and PG programmes. The 17th edition of SAAT is being conducted across three rounds — Round 1 (May 8–15), Round 2 (June 18–27), and the Mopup Round (July 11–15, 2026). Round 1 results are out, Round 2 exam has concluded, and the Mopup Round application deadline falls on July 4, 2026.

• Round 2 Result: SAAT 2026 Round 2 result is expected to be declared shortly on the official portal at admission.soa.ac.in. The Round 2 exam was held from June 18 to June 27, 2026. Candidates can log in with their application number and date of birth to download the rank card once declared.
• Mopup Round Application Deadline: The SAAT 2026 Mopup Round application window closes on July 4, 2026. Registration is free. Candidates who missed Round 1 and Round 2 should apply now at admission.soa.ac.in — this is the last chance for SAAT 2026 admission.
• Mopup Round Exam: The SAAT 2026 Mopup Round exam will be held from July 11 to July 15, 2026 in online CBT mode across approximately 61 cities in India. The exam pattern is the same as Round 1 and Round 2 — 120 MCQs, 2 hours, no negative marking.
• Round 2 E-Counselling: SOA University has not yet announced Round 2 e-counselling dates. Based on Round 1 timelines, counselling typically begins 2–3 weeks after result declaration. Candidates should monitor admission.soa.ac.in regularly for the schedule update.

What is SAAT 2026?

SAAT stands for Siksha ’O’ Anusandhan Admission Test. It is a national level entrance test conducted by Siksha ’O’ Anusandhan Deemed to be University (SOA University), located at J-15 Khandagiri, Bhubaneswar, Odisha. SAAT 2026 is the 17th edition of this exam, which SOA University has been conducting annually to select students from across India for its various programmes.

The exam is held in online CBT mode across approximately 61 cities in India. Through SAAT, candidates get admission to a wide range of UG and PG programmes at eight constituent institutes of SOA University, including ITER (Institute of Technical Education and Research) for engineering, the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, SUM Nursing College, School of Law, and the School of Agriculture. Programmes offered cover B.Tech, B.Pharm, B.Sc. Nursing, BCA, BBA, B.A. LLB, MBA, MCA, M.Tech, M.Pharm, M.Sc, and PhD.

One thing every applicant must know: MBBS, BDS, MD, MS, and MDS admissions at SOA University are through NEET only — not through SAAT. Also, candidates can appear for SAAT only once per programme per round.

Source: admission.soa.ac.in/saat

SAAT 2026 Important Dates

SAAT 2026 runs across three rounds. The table below lists all key events with upcoming events shown first (in chronological order), followed by past events (oldest first). Dates are as per the official SOA University admission portal.

Source: admission.soa.ac.in/important-dates-1

The Mopup Round application deadline is July 4, 2026 — just two days away. If you want a final opportunity for SAAT 2026 admission, apply immediately at admission.soa.ac.in before the window closes.

SAAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria

SAAT 2026 eligibility varies by programme. Check the requirements for your specific course before applying, as the subject combination and minimum marks differ across UG and PG offerings.

Eligibility for B.Tech (Engineering)

For B.Tech admission through SAAT 2026, you must have passed Class 12 from any recognized board in India. Physics and Mathematics are mandatory subjects. Your third qualifying subject must be one of the following: Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Informatics Practices, Information Technology, Computer Science, Statistics, or a Technical Vocational subject.

• Minimum aggregate marks: 45% in qualifying subjects (Class 12)
• For SC, ST, and OBC candidates: 40% minimum marks
• Diploma holders in Engineering or Technology can also apply through the lateral entry scheme directly to the second year of B.Tech

Eligibility for B.Pharm

• Class 12 pass with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects
• Mathematics or Biology as the third subject
• Minimum 45% aggregate marks (40% for reserved categories)
• Diploma holders in Pharmacy can apply for lateral entry to the second year of B.Pharm

Eligibility for B.Sc. Nursing

• Class 12 pass with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as compulsory subjects
• English as a compulsory language subject at Class 12 level
• Minimum 45% aggregate marks in qualifying subjects
• Minimum age: 17 years as on December 31, 2026

Eligibility for BCA and BBA

• Class 12 pass from a recognized board
• Any stream is eligible — Science, Commerce, or Arts
• Minimum 45% marks in the qualifying examination

Eligibility for Law (B.A. LLB Hons and LL.M)

• For B.A. LLB (Hons) 5-Year Integrated: Class 12 pass with minimum 45% marks from any stream
• For LL.M: Law graduate (LL.B.) with minimum 50% marks
• No age bar for law programmes (as per Bar Council of India rules currently in force)

Eligibility for PG Programmes (MBA, MCA, M.Tech, M.Pharm, M.Sc)

• Bachelor’s degree in the relevant discipline from a recognized university
• Minimum 50% marks in graduation (45% for reserved categories in some programmes)
• Specific subject requirements vary by programme — check the official prospectus at admission.soa.ac.in for your specific PG course

MBBS, BDS, MD, MS, and MDS admissions at SOA University are exclusively through NEET. SAAT does not cover these medical programmes under any circumstances.

SAAT 2026 Application Process

SAAT 2026 registration is completely free — there is no application fee for any programme or any round. The entire process is online through the official admission portal at admission.soa.ac.in.

How to Apply for SAAT 2026

1. Register on the Portal: Visit admission.soa.ac.in and create a new account using your email ID and mobile number. You will receive your login credentials on your registered email.
2. Fill the Application Form: Log in and enter your personal details, academic qualifications, parent information, and contact details. Enter all information exactly as it appears in your Class 10 and Class 12 certificates.
3. Choose Programme and Exam Centre: Select the course you want to apply for — B.Tech, B.Pharm, Nursing, BCA, etc. — and choose your preferred exam centre city from the available list of approximately 61 cities.
4. Upload Required Documents: Upload a recent passport-size photograph and your signature in JPG or JPEG format. Make sure the file sizes are within the specified limits on the portal.
5. Review and Submit: Go through all the details you have entered, make corrections if needed, and submit the form. No payment step is required.
6. Save Your Application Number: After submission, download the confirmation page and note your application number. You will need this to download your admit card and check your result.

SAAT 2026 Mopup Round — Last Chance to Apply

If you could not appear in Round 1 (May) or Round 2 (June), the Mopup Round is your final opportunity for SAAT 2026. The application window is open until July 4, 2026. The Mopup Round exam will be held from July 11 to July 15, 2026. With the deadline just two days away, you should apply at admission.soa.ac.in immediately.

Key Points to Remember About SAAT 2026 Registration

• Registration is free — no fee for any round or programme
• Candidates can appear for SAAT only once per programme — you cannot register for B.Tech in both Round 2 and the Mopup Round simultaneously
• Diploma holders must apply through the lateral entry option, not the regular UG route
• The exam is conducted in English only — no regional language option is available
• Offline exam mode is available only at centres located in Odisha

SAAT 2026 Syllabus

The SAAT 2026 syllabus is based entirely on Class 11 and Class 12 NCERT textbooks. For B.Tech, the exam covers Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. For Nursing, Pharmacy, and Agriculture programmes, Biology replaces Mathematics. Candidates preparing for JEE Main will find significant SAAT syllabus overlap, and NEET aspirants applying for Nursing or Pharmacy will find the Biology portion identical.

Physics Syllabus for SAAT 2026

• Class 11: Physical World and Measurement, Kinematics, Laws of Motion, Work, Energy and Power, System of Particles and Rotational Motion, Gravitation, Properties of Bulk Matter, Thermodynamics, Kinetic Theory of Gases, Oscillations and Waves
• Class 12: Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism, Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents, Electromagnetic Waves, Optics (Ray and Wave), Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter, Atoms and Nuclei, Electronic Devices

Chemistry Syllabus for SAAT 2026

• Class 11: Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry, Structure of Atom, Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties, Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure, States of Matter (Gases and Liquids), Thermodynamics, Equilibrium, Redox Reactions, Hydrogen, s-Block Elements, p-Block Elements (Groups 13 and 14), Organic Chemistry Basics, Hydrocarbons, Environmental Chemistry
• Class 12: Solid State, Solutions, Electrochemistry, Chemical Kinetics, Surface Chemistry, Isolation of Elements, p-Block and d-and-f-Block Elements, Coordination Compounds, Haloalkanes and Haloarenes, Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers, Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids, Amines, Biomolecules, Polymers, Chemistry in Everyday Life

Mathematics Syllabus for SAAT 2026 (B.Tech)

• Class 11: Sets, Relations and Functions, Trigonometric Functions, Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations, Linear Inequalities, Permutations and Combinations, Binomial Theorem, Sequences and Series, Straight Lines, Conic Sections, Introduction to 3D Geometry, Limits and Derivatives, Mathematical Reasoning, Statistics, Probability
• Class 12: Relations and Functions, Inverse Trigonometric Functions, Matrices and Determinants, Continuity and Differentiability, Applications of Derivatives, Integrals, Applications of Integrals, Differential Equations, Vector Algebra, Three Dimensional Geometry, Linear Programming, Probability

Biology Syllabus for SAAT 2026 (Nursing, Pharmacy, Agriculture)

• Class 11: Diversity in Living World, Structural Organisation in Animals and Plants, Cell Structure and Function, Plant Physiology, Human Physiology
• Class 12: Reproduction, Genetics and Evolution, Biology in Human Welfare, Biotechnology and Its Applications, Ecology and Environment

SAAT 2026 Admit Card

The SAAT 2026 admit card is released round-wise on the official admission portal. You must download and carry a printed copy of the admit card to the exam centre — entry to the exam hall is not allowed without it.

How to Download SAAT 2026 Admit Card

1. Visit admission.soa.ac.in
2. Click on the admit card download link for your round
3. Enter your application number and date of birth in DD/MM/YYYY format
4. Click Submit to access your admit card page
5. Download and print the admit card on A4-size paper

Details on the SAAT 2026 Admit Card

• Candidate’s name and passport-size photograph
• Application or registration number
• Date of birth
• Programme applied for
• Exam date and reporting time
• Exam centre name and full address
• Important exam day instructions and rules

Mopup Round Admit Card — Expected After July 4

The admit card for the Mopup Round exam (July 11–15, 2026) will be released after the application window closes on July 4, 2026. SOA University typically releases admit cards 3–5 days before the exam. Mopup Round applicants should check the portal from July 6, 2026 onwards for their admit card.

What to Carry on SAAT 2026 Exam Day

• Printed admit card — this is mandatory and cannot be substituted with a digital copy on your phone
• Valid government-issued photo ID — Aadhaar card, Voter ID, or Passport
• No electronic devices, books, or notes are allowed inside the exam hall

You must carry a printed admit card to the exam centre. Showing it on a mobile phone screen is not accepted. Report at least 30 minutes before the exam start time to complete identity verification without rushing.

Top Courses at SOA University Through SAAT 2026

SOA University is a NAAC A+ accredited deemed-to-be university with eight constituent institutes spread across its Bhubaneswar campus. Through SAAT 2026, candidates can gain admission to more than 50 programmes across engineering, health sciences, law, management, and agriculture. Here is a detailed look at the top programmes and available seats.

B.Tech at ITER — SOA’s Flagship Engineering Institute

ITER (Institute of Technical Education and Research) is approved by AICTE and is the most popular destination for SAAT candidates. It offers B.Tech in 11 branches and specialisations with a total intake of approximately 1,800 seats per year. CSE and its specialisations account for 720 of the 1,800 seats — which explains why these branches fill up in Round 1 itself.

Other UG Programmes at SOA University

PG Programmes at SOA University

Candidates with a relevant bachelor’s degree can apply for postgraduate and doctoral programmes through SAAT 2026. The major PG programmes include:

• MBA — including a specialisation in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
• MCA — Master of Computer Applications (2-year programme)
• M.Tech — in multiple engineering specialisations based on availability
• M.Pharm — at the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences
• M.Sc — in various science streams
• LL.M — one-year postgraduate law programme at the School of Law
• PhD — doctoral programmes across disciplines at SOA University

Diploma holders in Engineering, Technology, Pharmacy, and Hotel Management can also apply through SAAT 2026 for lateral entry directly to the second year of the respective UG programmes, saving one year of study time.

SAAT 2026 Preparation Tips

SAAT 2026 is a 120-question, 2-hour exam with no negative marking. This combination makes the exam approachable — you are only rewarded for what you know, never penalised for guessing. If you are preparing for the Mopup Round (July 11–15, 2026), you have about 10 days left. Use these preparation tips to make the most of them.

1. Master NCERT — Your Single Most Important Resource

The SAAT 2026 syllabus is entirely derived from Class 11 and Class 12 NCERT textbooks. This is your primary and most important preparation material. Read each chapter carefully and solve all in-text examples and back exercises. If you have already prepared for JEE Main, you are well-placed for SAAT since the PCM syllabus is almost identical.

2. Focus on These High-Priority Topics

Not every chapter carries equal weight. Based on the nature of SAAT papers, focus on these topics first:

• Physics: Kinematics and Laws of Motion (Class 11), Electrostatics and Current Electricity (Class 12), Optics, and Work-Energy Theorem. Rotational Motion and Gravitation also appear frequently.
• Chemistry: Organic Chemistry reaction mechanisms (Class 12), Chemical Equilibrium and Thermodynamics (Class 11), Electrochemistry, and Coordination Compounds carry the most marks.
• Mathematics: Calculus (Differentiation, Integration, and Differential Equations), Coordinate Geometry (Straight Lines, Circles, Parabola, Ellipse), Matrices and Determinants, and Probability are the most important chapters.
• Biology (Nursing and Pharmacy applicants): Human Physiology, Genetics and Evolution, Reproduction, and Biotechnology are heavily tested. Ecology is also important.

3. Manage Exam Time Wisely

You get exactly 1 minute per question on average. Do not spend more than 90 seconds on any single question. If you are stuck, pick your best guess and move to the next question. You can flag difficult questions and revisit them in the last 10–15 minutes. Chemistry questions (often factual or formula-based) tend to take less time — start there to build momentum.

4. Attempt All 120 Questions — Always

Since SAAT 2026 has no negative marking, never leave a question unattempted. Use the process of elimination: even removing two wrong options from four gives you a 50% chance of guessing correctly. Leaving 10 questions blank means leaving 10 marks on the table for certain — a score difference that can separate CSE from ECE on the merit list.

5. Practise Under Timed Conditions

Solve at least 2–3 full-length mock tests or previous year SAAT papers under strict exam conditions — 120 minutes, no breaks, no phone. This builds the speed and accuracy you need. Aim to finish all 120 questions with at least 10 minutes to spare for review. Target a practice score of 70+ out of 120 to feel confident for the actual exam.

6. The Mopup Round Is a Real Opportunity

Many candidates mistakenly think the Mopup Round has only leftover or poor-quality seats. This is not entirely true — branches like ECE, EEE, Mechanical, and Civil Engineering often have a meaningful number of seats available in the Mopup Round because demand for these branches is lower than for CSE. If you are interested in these branches, the Mopup Round can be your path to ITER at a competitive rank.