Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University Admission Test [SAAT]
Siksha O Anusandhan (SOA) is a private autonomous university located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India. The university comprises nine degree-granting schools and colleges and has almost 10,000 student body and growing. Many of SOA’s programs are nationally accredited for meeting the high standard of growing competition of today’s world. The academic programs include engineering, medicine, pharmacy, business management, nursing, biotechnology, science, humanities, environment, Nanotechnology, material science, law, and agriculture.
The whole of SOS institute, schools, and departments are spread over 200 acres of lush green campus in Bhubaneswar. The university has been accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with an imposing score of 3.35 and an “A” grade. SOS is ranked 38 overall by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF)
SAAT 2021 is a national-level entrance test conducted by Siksha O Anusandhan University every year to select talented and deserving students for admission to its principal institute. Siksha O Anusandhan offers undergraduate and post-graduate programs in various engineering, management, pharmacy, technology, nursing, law, and many other various fields as providing a one-stop for educational purposes.
The application for SAAT 2021 will be released in December 2020. Both application process and exam are online based, as they follow computer-based programs. This article will provide the important details of the SAAT 2021, such as eligibility criteria, Application form process, Admit card details, exam center, and such.
SAAT Highlights:
Exam Name
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Siksha O Anusandhan University Admission Test (SAAT)
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Exam Frequency
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Once a year
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Exam Mode
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Online
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Duration
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2 hours (120 Minutes)
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Acronym
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SAAT 2020
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Exam Level
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University
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Exam Type
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UG and PG Entrance
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Conducting Authority
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Siksha 'O' Anusandhan University
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Official website
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www.admission.soa.ac.in
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SAAT 2021 Exam Date
Candidates interested to appear for SAAT 2021 are requested to be very familiar with all the important dates. It’s essential to keep track of essential important dates to the SAAT 2021 entrance exam and admission. Candidates are requested to find relevant dates for SAAT 2021 below in the mentioned table.
Events
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Dates (Tentative)
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Release of SAAT 2021 online application form
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December 2020
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Last date of submission of the SAAT 2021 application form
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2nd week of April 2021
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Availability of SAAT 2021 admit card
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3rd week of April 2021
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Date of SAAT 2021 exam
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4th week of April 2021
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Declaration of the result of SAAT 2021
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1st week of May 2021
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Commencement of counseling for admission
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2nd week of May 2021
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SAAT 2021 Eligibility criteria
To apply for the SAAT 2021 entrance test to get admission to different programs, candidates need to meet certain college eligibility criteria. The SAAT 2021 eligibility criteria include academic qualification, age limit, nationality, and exam nature to be qualified. To make it more convenient, the eligibility process of different courses are stated down separately to make it more convenient:
The eligibility criteria for the different undergraduate course are stated neatly below in the table:
Course
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Eligibility
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B.Tech
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Candidate must have passed the 10+2 or equivalent exam with Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry/ Computer Science/ Information Technology/ Biotechnology/ Biology/ Informatics/ Statistics/ Technical Vocational subject as approved by appropriate authority
Candidate must have passed from the recognized board like CBSE/ISC or state board.
Candidate must have scored at least 45% marks in case of SC/ST/OBC 40% for SC/ ST/ OBC category can apply.
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B.Pharma
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The candidates should have passed the 10+2 exam with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/ Biology or any equivalent qualification recognized by India's Pharmacy Council.
Candidate must have passed 10+2 from a recognized state/ national board.
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BHMCT- Hotel Management and Catering Technology
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A pass in 10+2 exam in any discipline with at least 45% marks.
For SC/ ST/ OBC category 40% is required.
Candidate must have passed 10+2 from a recognized state/ national board.
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B.Sc. in Nursing ( Basic Nursing)
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The applicants need to pass their 10+2 exam with at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ ST/ OBC candidates) in aggregate of Physics, Chemistry & Biology taken together).
10+2 degree from a recognized national/state board.
A pass in English is mandatory.
The lower age limit is 17 years as of 31.12.2019.
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Post Basic B.Sc. in Nursing
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The candidates should have passed GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) exam and registered with the concerned State Nursing Council.
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BBA
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The candidates need to pass the 10+2 or equivalent in any stream.
10+2 from a recognized state/ National board.
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BCA
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The applicants who have passed the 10+2 or equivalent in any stream with Mathematics as a subject are eligible for SAAT 2019.
10+2 from a recognized state/ National board.
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B.Sc. in Agriculture
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The candidates who have cleared their 10+2 exam with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate (40% for SC/ ST/ PH categories), with PCM/ PCB/ PCMB subject combinations, can apply.
Candidates must also pass in English 10+2 exam.
10+2 from a recognized state/ National board.
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B.A. LLB. (Hons)/ B.B.A. LLB. (Hons)
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Pass in 10+2 or equivalent in any stream with at least 45% marks.
40% for SC/ST and 42% for OBC.
10+2 from a recognized state/ National board
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The Eligibility for Post Graduate program are stated below in the table, according to the subject and course:
Course
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Eligibility
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M.Tech
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The candidates with a valid bachelor’s degree in the relevant field can apply.
For some branches, M.Sc. degree holders are eligible too.
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MCA
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The candidates having a bachelor’s degree in any field.
Candidate with at least 50% marks (45% SC/ ST/ OBC candidates) and have studied Mathematics at either +2 or +3 level are eligible.
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MBA/ MHA/ MHM/ MTTM
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Those who have passed B.Sc/ BA/ B.Com/ B.E./ B.Tech/ MBBS/ B.Pharm./ B.Sc. Agri./ BVSC/ BHMS/ BAMS/ BDS/ BPT/ BHMCT/ BBA/ BCA degree exam) are eligible for SAAT 2019.
Candidate with at least 50% marks (45% SC/ ST/ OBC candidates
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M.Pharma
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B.Pharma with a minimum of 55% marks is required.
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M.Sc. (Biotechnology/ Nanoscience & Nanotechnology/Medicinal & Aromatic Plants/ Molecular Biology)
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Bachelor degree in Science/ Agriculture/ Pharmacy/ Veterinary/ Engineering & Technology/ Medicine (MBBS/ BDS)/ Physics (Hons)/ Chemistry (Hons)/ Mathematics (Hons) or equivalent.
Candidate with at least 50% marks for general category.
45% for SC/ ST/ OBC candidates.
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M.Sc. (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics)
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Bachelor's degree in Science Physics (Hons)/ Chemistry (Hons)/ Mathematics (Hons) or equivalent.
Canditate with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ ST/ OBC candidates).
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M.Sc. (Chemical Biology & Drug Design)
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B.Sc. with Chemistry (Hons)/ B.Tech in Chemical Engineering/ B.Pharm/ M.Pharma.
Candidate with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ ST/ OBC category).
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M.Sc. in Nursing
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The applicants who have passed B.Sc. Nursing (Basic/ Post Basic) Degree with 55% aggregate from an Institution recognized by Indian Nursing Council.
Candidate with a minimum of one year experience either in teaching or clinical area after registration in respective
State Nursing Council as a Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife can also apply for SAAT 2019.
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LLM - Latin Legum Magister
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A bachelors’ degree, specifically in the field of law, is required.
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M.Sc. (Agriculture)
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Pass in B.Sc. (Agriculture/ Horticulture) with OGPA 6.5 (5.5 for SC/ ST/ PH) and GPA 7.0 (6.0 for SC/ ST/ PH) in concerned discipline on 10 point scale.
This minimum percentage of marks shall not apply to the candidate sponsored by State Government/ Central Government/ Nominee of ICAR.
The lower age limit is 21 years as of 31.07.2019.
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MBA (Agribusiness)
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A degree in B.Sc. (Ag.)/ B.V.Sc. & A.H./ B.Tech. (Ag. Engg.)/ B.Tech. (Dairy Science/ Biotechnology)/ B.F.Sc./ B.Sc.(Forestry)/ BAMS/ B.Sc.(Hort.)/ B.Sc.(H.Sc.)/ B.Tech/ B.Sc./ B.Com./ BBA.
Candidate with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ ST/ PH candidates).
55% for Graduate of Agriculture and allied subjects is required
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SAAT 2021 Application Form & fees
The online filling of the application form of SAAT 2021 will be available from December 2020 to the last week of March 2021. SAAT 2021 Application form will be available through online mode, and only the eligible candidates should apply. As there is no fee for filing the application form of SAAT 2021, but there are few guidelines that are to be followed while filling the application form, which is mentioned below in detail:
Step 1: Fill up your name, email, and phone number carefully in the application form.
Step 2: After filling in the specific information, the candidate will receive a One Time Password (OTP) at the given number, and the candidate should enter OTP to verify for the next step.
Step 3: Once OTP is verified candidate login id will be created. Candidates can log in to the portal to fill up the application form.
Step 4: Complete the application form carefully, provide all the important required information and submit it to the college.
Step 5: Download and print out your application form for future reference. The submitted application can be accessed through a login account anytime by the candidate.
Step 6: The acknowledgment for successful submission of the application form of the SAAT 2018 will be sent to your Email Id.
Details required to register for SAAT 2021:
- Applicant’s Name
- Parents’ Name
- Date of Birth
- Gender (Male/Female)
- Nationality
- Caste Category
- Communication Address
- Permanent Address
- Educational details
NOTE: For applying for more than one course, candidates will have to fill a separate application form. Candidates must also upload Scanned images of passport-sized photographs and signatures and provide other details.
SAAT 2021 Syllabus & Exam Pattern
SAAT 2021 Exam Pattern
SAAT 2021 entrance test will be a computer-based test that takes place online at a specific exam center. Candidates must be very familiar with the SAAT 2021 exam pattern. The details of the exam pattern which will be followed in the SAAT 2021 entrance exam is stated below:
Mode of SAAT 2021 Exam
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Online Test- Computer Based Test.
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Type of Questions asked.
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Multiple choice-type questions will be asked in the exam.
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The medium of SAAT 2021
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English language.
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No. of Questions
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120 Questions
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Duration of SAAT 2021
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2 hours (120 minutes)
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Marking Scheme Of SAAT 2021
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For each correct answer, 4 marks will be awarded.
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Negative Marking of SAAT 2021
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1 mark will be deducted for every answer.
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The SAAT 2021 scores for seeking admission in each course differ. Below mention, the table provides complete details of the SAAT 2021 examination pattern for each course.
Courses
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Exam Sections (No. of Questions)
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B.Tech
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Physics: 40
Chemistry: 40
Mathematics: 40
Total: 120
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UG Medical
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Physics: 40
Chemistry: 40
Biology: 40
Total: 120
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BHM
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Reasoning: 20
Service Aptitude: 20
General English: 20
General Knowledge: 20
General Science: 20
Numerical Ability: 20
Total: 120
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BCA/BBA/LLB/BA LLB/BBA LLB
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English including Comprehension: 20
General Knowledge/ Current Affairs: 20
Elementary Numerical Aptitude: 20
Legal Aptitude/ Legal Awareness: 30
Logical Reasoning: 30
Total: 120
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MBA/MHA/MHM/M.Sc
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Verbal Reasoning: 40
Analytical Reasoning: 40
General Knowledge:10
Comprehension: 15
Computer Fundamentals: 15
Total: 120
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LLM
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Legal Theory: 20
Constitutional Law: 30
Criminal Law: 30
Law of Torts: 20
Law of Contracts: 20
Total: 120
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MCA (Lateral Entry)
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Mathematics: 60
Computer Fundamentals/ Operating Systems/ Programming Languages: 60
Total: 120
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M.Tech (Lateral Entry)
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Question will be based on streams pressured by the candidates.
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SAAT 2021 Syllabus
The syllabus for SAAT 2021 examination depends on the candidates' willingness to take admission. The syllabus for the undergraduate course in engineering and the medical domain is mentioned in the below-mentioned table. Candidates willing to seek admission in another course will have to study their previous examination syllabus thoroughly.
Subjects
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Syllabus
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Physics
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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
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Chemistry
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Physical Chemistry:
Some Basic Concepts In Chemistry
The States Of Matter
Atomic Structure
Chemical Bonding And Molecular Structure
Chemical Thermodynamics
Solutions
Equilibrium
Redox Reactions And Electrochemistry
Chemical Kinetics
Surface Chemistry
Inorganic 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
Co-Ordination Compounds
Environmental Chemistry
Organic Chemistry:
Purification And Characterisation 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
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Biology
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Botany:
History
Plant Cell
Complexities Of Plant Life
Morphology Of Angiosperms
Taxonomy Of Flowering Plants
Continuity Of Plant Life
Microorganisms And Diversities Of Plant Life
Processes In Plants
Environmental Biology
Botany And Human Welfare
Common Plant Diseases
Genetic Engineering And Biotechnology
Zoology:
Animal World
Diversity Of Life: Kingdom-Protasis
Multi Cellularity In Animals
Locomotion
Types Of Respiration
Digestive System
Types Of Circulation
Excretory Reproduction In Man
Control And Coordination In Man
Types Of Reproduction
Genetics
Evolution
Environmental Biology
Common Human Disease
Defense Mechanism Of Body
Wildlife Conservation
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Mathematics
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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
Three-Dimensional Geometry
Vector Algebra
Statistics And Probability
Trigonometry
Mathematical Reasoning
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SAAT 2021 Admit Card
- The SAAT 2021 Hall Ticket will be issued only to the eligible candidates who have submitted their online application forms complete in all aspects, on or before the last date as specified.
- The SAAT 2021 Admit Card will contain a name, photograph, program applying for, subject, address of the candidate, address of the Test Centre allotted, and test schedule.
- SAAT 2021 Hall ticket can be downloaded through the candidate’s personal login.
- The SAAT 2021 Admit Card, once received, should be carefully examined by the candidate. If any error is noticed, it should be immediately brought to the Director of Admissions' notice.
- No candidate will be permitted to attend the test without a valid SAAT 2021 Hall Ticket. The SAAT 2021 Admit Card should be presented to the invigilators for verification while entering the exam hall.
- The candidate must not tamper or make any changes with the SAAT Hall Ticket or alter any entry made therein after being authenticated.
- The SAAT Hall Ticket is not transferable to any other person. Impersonation is a punishable offense.
- The SAAT Hall Ticket is an essential document, and it should be preserved and produced at the time of counseling and admission.
- Candidates are requested to preserve their SAAT admit card till the admission process is over.
NOTE: Hall Ticket not received due to the incomplete application: SOA University does not take any responsibility to inform candidates whose applications are incomplete.
How to download SAAT 2021 Admit Card:
Step 1: Visit the official website or click on the link.
Step 2: On the home page, click on download the hall ticket.
Step 3: Once the new window opens, enter the login details such as application number & mobile number and submit them.
Step 4: SAAT 2021 admit card will appear on the screen in PDF format.
Step 5: Take a printout of it and keep it safe for future references.
SAAT 2021 Results & Score Card
SAAT 2021 Result will be announced on its official website tentatively during May's 1st week. A separate merit list will be prepared for the candidates' different courses through SAAT 2020. Each qualified candidate will be given a rank card on a merit basis, and the candidate counseling will take place, and they will be provided course and college. For final admissions, the candidates will have to report at the allotted institutes and get their documents verified by the university's officials.
Steps to check SAAT 2021 results:
Step 1: Visit the Siksha O Anusandhan official website.
Step 2: Click on the ‘Result’ option on the home page.
Step 3: Fill in the application number in the opened new tab.
Step 4: Fill in the application number in the space provided and then click on the submit button.
Step 5: SAAT 2021 result will be displayed on the screen in the form of a scorecard.
Step 6: Download the SAAT 2021 scorecard for future references.
Details mentioned on SAAT 2021 Score Card:
- Applicant’s Name
- Parent’s Name
- Roll Number
- Gender
- Category
- Subject wise marks
- Total marks obtained
SAAT 2021 Counselling & Admission
From the second week of May 2021, SAAT 2021 counseling registration will begin. All the selected candidates have to submit documents for verification. Candidates can get admission through NEET score into medical and dental courses in SOA College and B.Tech courses through JEE Main score and SAAT 2021 score. Candidates have to submit the correct document for verification, and if found incorrect, their application will be canceled. Candidates will be allotted seats according to their basis of rank, filled choices, availability of seats, category, and merit.
Campuses
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Exams Accepted
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SOA Campus 1
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SAAT 2021 and JEE Main 2021
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SOA Campus 2 and Campus 4
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SAAT 2021
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SAAT 2021 Seat Allotment:
- The seat allotment for admission will be done after verifying the documents.
- The admission seats will be allotted based on the candidate's SAAT 2021 score or merit rank.
- Candidates can download the SAAT 2021 seat allotment letter online mode and later visit the campus for the document verification process.
- The SOA seat will be confirmed only post payment of the admission fee.
Documents required for SAAT 2021 Counselling:
- SAAT Scorecard or JEE Main Rank Card
- Class 10 Mark sheet and Certificate
- Class 12 Mark sheet and Certificate
- Transfer Certificate or School/College Leaving Certificate (in original)
- Migration Certificate in original (if available).
- PH certificate (if applicable)
- Five color passport size photograph
List of SAAT 2021 examination centres
Siksha O Anusandhan (SOA) has set up its SAAT 2021 examination centers in around 16 states. The SAAT 2021 exam center has been established in 33 different cities, and candidates applying for the entrance exam can choose the examination centers based on their nearby location.
State
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City
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Odisha
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Angul
Balasore
Baripada
Berhampur
Jeypore
Keonjhar
Bhadrak
Bhawanipatna
Bhubaneshwar
Puri
Cuttack
Rourkela
Sambalpur
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Madhya Pradesh
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Bhopal
Bokhara
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Jharkhand
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Jamshedpur
Ranchi
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Tamil Nadu
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Chennai
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Karnataka
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Bengaluru
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Bihar
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Patna
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Chhattisgarh
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Raipur
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Andhra Pradesh
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Visakhapatnam
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Uttar Pradesh
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Lucknow
Varanasi
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Maharashtra
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Mumbai
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West Bengal
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Kharagpur
Kolkata
Durgapur
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Telangana
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Hyderabad
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Assam
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Guwahati
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Rajasthan
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Kota
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Chhattisgarh
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Raipur
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Delhi
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Delhi
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