Odisha Higher Education Department Returns Over ₹69 Crore in Admission Fees to Students

The Odisha Higher Education Department has refunded ₹69.23 crore to 111,678 students for excess admission fees from the 2026-27 academic session. Students who haven't received their refunds are advised to update their bank details on the SAMS portal. The department has shared this information on X, urging students to check their accounts and follow the official updates for any necessary corrections. This initiative aims to streamline the refund process and ensure that all eligible students receive their dues promptly.

By Narendra Chaudhary Oct 29, 2026, 14:37 IST

Refund Process for Undergraduate Admissions

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Higher Education Department has successfully processed refunds totaling ₹69.23 crore to 111,678 students who paid excess admission fees during the first phase of undergraduate admissions for the academic year 2026-27.

Students who have not yet received their refunds are encouraged to apply and update their banking information on the Student Academic Management System (SAMS) portal.

The department announced these updates via X and advised students to check the official portal, samsodisha.gov.in, for more details.

Attention Students!

The admission fees paid during the first phase of UG admissions have been refunded to students’ bank accounts.

1. Check Your Bank Account: Please check whether the refund has been credited to the bank account provided in your Common Application Form (CAF).

2. If You Have Not Received Your Refund: If the refund has not been credited due to incorrect bank account details or a failed transaction, a dedicated link will be made available shortly in your SAMS Student Login to correct the details and facilitate the refund process.

Please Visit the official SAMS Odisha portal for further information and updates: https://t.co/8HXxEFizbZ

Check your bank details carefully and follow official updates regarding the refund process.

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— Higher Education Department, Govt. of Odisha (@DHE_Odisha) October 28, 2026