SAAT 2026 Appl... | Exam Dates, Syllabus & Registration 2026

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Eligibility

Conducting Body

Central University

Duration

120 Minutes

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National

SAAT 2026 Overview

If you have qualified for class 12th with 50% marks or equivalent from a recognized university can apply for the exam. SC/ST candidates need a minimum of 47.5% in Class 12th to apply for SAAT 2026. As mandatory subjects, candidates must have studied Physics, Chemistry, Biology/ Biotechnology and English in their qualifying exam.

SAAT-2026, the seventeenth edition of this entrance test, will be held in online format.

SAAT 2026 Highlights

Conducting Body	SOA
Mode of Exam	Online and Offline
Medium of Exam	English
Duration of Exam	2 hours (120 minutes)
Type and Number of Questions	200 MCQs
Sections	varies across different subjects
Courses Offered	7 UG courses, 7 PG courses and a five-year integrated course

SAAT 2026 Exam Dates

The schedule for SAAT 2026 is given below. The official release of dates will be released soon at the official website.

Event	Date
Commencement of Application Submission	December 07, 2025
Last Date of Application Submission	1st week of March 2026
Availability of Admit Card	2nd week of April 2026
Date of Examination	April 2026
Declaration of Result	1st week of May 2026

SAAT 2026 Application Form

Application form for SAAT 2026 have been released on the official website of SAAT. Following are the steps for successful completion of online application submission:

Go to the official University website - soauniversity.ac.in
Under the ‘Admission’ tab, click on ‘SAAT 2026 Application Form’
Candidate will then have to fill all the required details, like candidate’s name, father’s name, mother’s name, date of birth, category, gender, correspondence address, mobile no, email ID, all academic details, selection of course and examination centre
Candidate must carefully review the filled application form and then click on the ‘Submit’ tab.
No application fee needs to be paid.
Candidate then needs to upload his/her photograph and signature.
Completed form must then be submitted and downloaded.
Print out of application form must be taken for future references
In case a candidate wants to apply for more than one program, the different application form will have to be filled
Candidate will receive acknowledgement for receipt of application form on his/her email ID and mobile number

SAAT 2026 Admit Card

SAAT 2026 Admit card will be directly sent to the candidate on his/her registered email ID, around a month before the examination date. Candidates will be required to carry the print out of admit card to the examination centre, along with a valid identity proof for the purpose of verification.

Admit Card must be kept into possession until the completion of admission procedure.
Conducting authority will issue admit card/hall ticket to only those candidates who meet eligibility criteria and have submitted the application form before the last date of submission
Hall ticket will entail the following information:

Name of candidate
Photograph and signature of candidate
Address of candidate
Address of examination centre
Time of examination
List of valid identity proofs
Candidates must carefully go through admit card and any discrepancies must be immediately reported to the Director, Admissions
Candidates will not be allowed to enter the examination hall without in possession of hall ticket

SAAT 2026 Exam Center

SAAT 2026 will most likely be held at 62 examination centres, across 40 cities.

Candidates will be given the option of selecting their preferred examination centre while filling up the form.
However, the final allotment of the centre is completely in the hands of conducting body.
Candidates will not be allowed to change the venue of examination centre.
SOA holds the authority to increase or decrease the number of examination centres.

SAAT 2026 Result

SAAT 2026 Result will be announced in the month of June/July by the exam conducting body. The result will be declared in the form of a scorecard. SOA will only publish the result online on its official website – soauniversity.ac.in. Candidates can view and download their result through the following steps:

Visit the official website of SOA - http://www.soauniversity.ac.in/
Under the ‘Admission’ tab, click on ‘SAAT 2026 Result’
Enter Application Number and Roll Number as filled in the application form
Click ‘Submit’ tab
The result will appear on the screen
Candidates must download and take a print out of result for future references

Subsequent to the declaration of result, merit list will be prepared by SOA on the basis of marks secured by candidates. Each qualified candidate will obtain a rank card, which will be sent to him/her by email.

SAAT 2026 Counselling

Candidates will be called for counselling on the basis of merit lists prepared, depending on the marks secured by him/her. Candidates will have to exercise a branch selection process through online mode

Counselling process will take place at the campus of SOA
Candidates will obtain counseling letters and rank cards through email
Counselling process will involve the selection of courses and colleges by candidates in order of preferences
On the basis of the above selections and merit list, candidates will be allotted seats
Candidates must carry following original documents for verification during counselling session:

Class 10 and class 12 Passing Certificates
Class 10 and class 12 Mark sheets
Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree Certificate
Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree Mark Sheet
Leaving Certificate (if applicable)
Caste Certificate (if applicable)
Birth Certificate
SAAT 2026 Admit Card
SAAT 2026 Rank Card
Identity Proof
4 recent passport sizes colored photographs

SAAT 2026 FAQs

1. What is SAAT 2026?

SAAT 2026 (Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan Admission Test) is a university-level entrance examination conducted for admission to various undergraduate and postgraduate programs offered by Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University.

2. Who conducts the SAAT exam?

The SAAT exam is conducted by Siksha 'O' Anusandhan University for admission into its different academic programs.

3. What courses are offered through SAAT 2026?

Through SAAT 2026, candidates can apply for programs in Engineering, Management, Pharmacy, Nursing, Agriculture, Law, Hotel Management, and various Science disciplines at the university.

4. What is the mode of the SAAT 2026 exam?

SAAT 2026 is conducted in online mode as a Computer-Based Test (CBT).

5. Is there any application fee for SAAT 2026?

No, there is no application fee for appearing in the SAAT exam. Candidates can apply for the test free of cost.

6. How many times is SAAT conducted in a year?

SAAT is usually conducted multiple times a year, giving candidates more opportunities to appear for the entrance exam.

7. What is the eligibility for SAAT 2026?

Eligibility varies depending on the course. Generally, candidates must have completed 10+2 or equivalent for undergraduate programs and a relevant bachelor’s degree for postgraduate programs.

8. What is the duration of the SAAT exam?

The duration of the SAAT exam generally ranges from 1 to 2 hours depending on the course applied for.

9. How can candidates apply for SAAT 2026?

Candidates can apply online through the official website of Siksha 'O' Anusandhan University by filling out the application form and selecting the preferred exam date.

10. Is SAAT required for admission to SOA University?

Yes, SAAT is one of the main entrance tests for admission to various courses offered by Siksha 'O' Anusandhan University.

Syllabus

SAAT 2026 Exam Pattern

SAAT 2026 Exam Pattern is published by Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University on their official website. SAAT 2026 is a national level entrance exam which is conducted in almost 62 exam centres across 40 cities of India by Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University, Bhubaneswar accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC).

The question paper comprises 120 objective-type questions that students must attempt in 3 hours. Exam patterns may vary from course to course as opted by students.

The questions of the examination will be based on the basic knowledge of English, and what all they have studied so far as per the course they have chosen for the examination. 1 mark for each correct answer and there is no negative marking.

SAAT 2026 Exam Pattern Highlights

All the important highlights that a candidate must know before appearing for SAAT 2026 is tabulated below:

Exam mode	Offline
Number of papers	Once in a year
Number of questions	120
Number of sections	5 sections (MBA/MHA/MTTM/ MHM/M.Sc. B.A.LL. B (Hons.)/BBA.LL.B. (Hons.)/BBA) and 6 sections for BHMCT exam
Question paper type	Multiple Choice Question
SAAT 2026 total marks	120
Exam duration	3 hours
Exam language	English
Marking scheme	1 mark per question
Negative marking	No negative marking

SAAT 2026 Exam Pattern in Details

SAAT 2026 is conducted in offline and online mode with pen and paper handy by Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University. 120 questions need to be answered in 3 hours. On marking every accurate answer, candidates will be awarded 4 marks whereas for every wrong answer, 1 mark will be deducted which clearly means that the total marks of the question paper are 480.

Exam pattern and subjects will vary as per the courses opted by students either UG courses or PG courses. All the tables below depict the exam pattern of various courses:

Exam Pattern For MBA/MHA/MTTM/MHM/M.Sc.

Section	Number of questions	Number of marks
Verbal Reasoning	30	120
Analytical Reasoning	30	120
General Knowledge	20	80
Comprehension	20	80
Computer Fundamentals	20	80

Exam Pattern For BHMCT

Section	Number of questions	Number of marks
Reasoning	20	80
Service Aptitude	20	80
General English	20	80
General Knowledge	20	80
General Science	20	80
Numerical Aptitude	20	80

Exam Pattern For B.A.LL. B (Hons.)/BBA.LL.B. (Hons.)/BBA

Section	Number of questions	Number of marks
English including Comprehension	20	80
General Knowledge/Current Affairs	20	80
Elementary/Numerical Aptitude	20	80
Legal Aptitude/Legal Awareness	30	120
Logical Reasoning	30	120

Exam pattern and syllabus of SAAT is different for different courses. The syllabus for B. Tech/DDE/B. Pharm/B.Sc. Ag. /B.Sc. Nursing consists of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology (Botany or Zoology) subjects.

The corresponding question paper basically comprises questions from 10+2 standard. For engineering courses, the questions will prompt from Basic Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Engineering Mechanics.

SAAT 2026 Marking Scheme

SAAT 2026 question paper comprises of 4-5 section depending on the course that candidate has selected. The total marks of the question paper will be 480. All the questions carry 1mark each and there will be no negative marking

Below is the table for SAAT 2026 marking scheme:

Questions	Marks
For every correct answer	1 mark
For every wrong answer	NIL

SAAT 2026 Syllabus

Syllabus of SAAT 2026 differs from course to course. Altogether, there will be either 4 or 5 sections. One needs to understand the syllabus precisely to score good marks and clear the entrance examination. All the syllabus for different courses proposed by the authorities pointwise is elaborated below:

Syllabus for MBA/MHA/MTTM/MHM/M.Sc.

Verbal Reasoning- One of the most essential topic to be covered by students for SAAT 2024 entrance test is verbal reasoning which includes understanding and reasoning by using concepts framed in words. It evaluates the ability to think constructively.
Analytical Reasoning-- Analytical reasoning includes the logic that infers through the virtue of the statement's own content. Candidates need to be thorough with these to pass.
General Knowledge- Candidate’s knowledge regarding the awareness of the world would be asked in this section.
Comprehension- It includes the action and capability of understanding something and hence marking the accurate answer on its basis.
Computer Fundamentals- Candidate’s basic computer fundamentals studied must be clear in order to pass this section of SAAT 2026 test.

Syllabus For BHMCT

Reasoning—The authorities want students to be flexible with the action of thinking in a logical and sensible manner. Those who is successful with the same clears this section.
Service Aptitude—It prompts questions based on aptitude which is the developed knowledge, understanding and acquired skills in a candidate.
General English – In this section, students will be tested on general English language including the grammatical skills.
General Knowledge- Candidates must have a general awareness and to clear this section. There is no exact syllabus. However, general knowledge and current affairs from all over the world shall be prompted.
General Science- Basic science, that candidates must have academically covered till then, will be asked in the exam which will include physics, chemistry and Biology.
Numerical Aptitude—This section comprises of mathematical calculations and numerical logics and related aptitude. Students must practice all the topics of mathematics which they have studied till yet academically.

B.A.LL. B (Hons.)/BBA.LL.B. (Hons.)/BBA

English including Comprehension— It tests how accurate a candidate is with language English. It will contain reading comprehensions and relatable questions.
General Knowledge/Current Affairs—There is no such appropriate syllabus for this section. It will ask questions from general knowledge, awareness and current affairs from around the world.
Elementary/Numerical Aptitude—Students need to practice basic mathematics logics and numeric to get through this very section.
Legal Aptitude/Legal Awareness— Candidates must have sound legal knowledge and awareness in the country to pass this section.
Logical Reasoning—Candidates need to study logical reasoning which is basically a process of using a rational as well as a systematic series of steps based on mathematical logics and given statements to conclude the answer.

B. Tech/DDE/B. Pharm/B.Sc. Ag. /B.Sc.

The syllabus for students who intends to apply for the above-mentioned discipline is Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology (Botany or Zoology). All the syllabus under these subjects would be from 10+2 science and mathematics books itself. All the subtopics from which the questions will be prompted is mentioned below:

SAAT 2026 Physics syllabus:

Physics and Measurement	Kinematics
Laws of Motion	Work, Energy and Power
Rotational Motion	Gravitation
Properties of Solids and Liquids	Thermodynamics
Kinetic Theory of Gases	Oscillations and Waves
Electrostatics	Current Electricity
Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism	Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents
Electromagnetic Waves	Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation
Atoms and Nuclei	Electronic Devices
Communication Systems

SAAT 2026 Chemistry Syllabus

Some Basic Concepts in Chemistry	States of Matter
Atomic Structure	Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure
Chemical Thermodynamics	Solutions
Equilibrium	Redox Reactions and Electrochemistry
Chemical Kinetics	Surface Chemistry
Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties	General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Metals
Hydrogen	S-Block Elements (Alkali and Alkaline Earth Metals)
P-Block Elements	d – and f – Block Elements
Coordination Compounds	Environmental Chemistry
Purification and Characterization of Organic Compounds	Some Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry
Hydrocarbons	Organic Compounds Containing Halogens
Organic Compounds Containing Oxygen	Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen
Polymers	Biomolecules
Chemistry in Everyday Life

SAAT 2026 Mathematics syllabus

Sets, Relations and Functions	Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations
Matrices and Determinants	Permutations and Combinations
Mathematical Induction	Binomial Theorem and its Simple Applications
Sequences and Series	Limit, Continuity and Differentiability
Integral Calculus	Differential Equations
Coordinate Geometry	Coordinate Geometry
Three-Dimensional Geometry	Vector Algebra
Statistics and Probability	Trigonometry
Mathematical Reasoning

Also, for engineering courses for any field, the question might be prompted from Basic Electrical topics, Mathematics & Mechanics. Students must study carefully and precisely all the sub-topics mentioned in their 10+2 coursebook to clear the SAAT 2026 entrance examination.

SAAT 2026 Recommended Books

There are various recommended books that students need to study thoroughly in order to clear SAAT 2026 and get admissions to desired discipline in the desired college. Here is the list of books available:

Book Title	Author/ Publication
Pearson Guide to Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation	Nishit Sinha
Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examination Tips, Techniques, and Short-cut Methods	Abhijit Guha
Business English and Communication	Clark Zimmer
Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension	Ajay Singh
Class 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th Textbooks (Science and Mathematics)	Orissa board

SAAT 2026 Important Instructions

Candidates must be present at the allotted examination centre half an hour prior to the commencement of SAAT 2026 examination
Students will neither be permitted in the exam centre nor give the examination without the issued SAAT 2024 Admit Card and a valid government id proof (PAN card, Voter id, Aadhar card, driving license).
Some of the electronic gadgets like mobile phones, calculators, etc. are not allowed inside the test centre.
Candidates must not open the distributed exam booklet unless instructed as they will be given an extra time of 10 minutes to read the same to avoid any sort of confusion.
Candidates must keep a note that they must not carry any personal baggage or things inside the centre as they will not be responsible in case of stealing or losing the article.
Details filled by the candidate must be accurate to the best of their knowledge or else the possible consequence would be that the result will not be evaluated by the concerned authorities.
Answers must be darkened appropriately in the OMR sheet.
Candidate is not permitted to leave the exam centre without the permission of invigilator and before the exam time as it may lead to the cancellation of the candidature.
Candidate found guilty of any unfair means will be disqualified of his/her candidature.