The OJEE 2026 Exam Pattern has been officially released by the Odisha Joint Entrance Exam Board (OJEEB) on its official website ojee.nic.in, along with the information brochure. The OJEE 2026 Exam Pattern varies depending on the course opted for by candidates.
- The OJEE 2026 will be conducted on 4,5,7,8,9 May 2026 in Computer-Based Test mode.
- The exam duration for B.Pharm, LE-Tech, MCA, MBA, M.Tech, M.Arch, and M.Plan will be 2 hours.
- For other courses, the exam duration will be 1 hour in total.
- The language of the exam will be English only.
There are no major changes in the OJEE 2026 Exam Pattern compared to previous years, so candidates must check previous year papers for better understanding.
If any candidate has not attempted at least one question and has not selected its answer circle on the computer, then his/her candidature will summarily be rejected. No rank will be awarded to such applicants submitting blank answers.
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What is the OJEE 2026 Exam Pattern?
OJEE 2026 Exam Pattern helps candidates understand the exam well and prepare accordingly. The exam pattern for OJEE 2026 is different for different courses. OJEE 2026 offers both UG and PG courses across many domains.
- The exam duration and number of questions in the exam vary for each course.
- The OJEE 2026 exam pattern has been constant for the last few years, ensuring stability in cutoff and ranks.
OJEE 2026 Exam Pattern Highlights
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of exam | Computer-Based Test mode (CBT) |
| Medium of Exam | English |
| Type of questions | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) |
| Marking Scheme | +4 for Correct Answer-1 for Incorrect Answer |
| Duration of Exam | 1-2 hours, depending on the course selected |
Source: OJEE 2026 Brochure
Candidates can check this video by @Praksham Classes to understand the OJEE 2026 Exam Pattern in detail
FAQs:
Ques. Has the OJEE 2026 exam pattern changed from previous years?
Ans. No, the OJEE exam pattern has been consistent for the last few years. No major changes have been made by OJEEB for any of the courses' exam patterns under OJEE.
Ques. Is OJEE 2026 conducted in online or offline mode?
Ans. The OJEE 2026 will be conducted online in computer-based test mode; there is no offline option available for OJEE.
OJEE 2026 UG Courses Exam Pattern
Candidates can opt for undergraduate courses like B.Pharm, B.Tech Lateral Entry (Diploma/B.Sc/+3Sc), B.CAT(Film editing, Sound recording, and design), Integrated MBA(5-year course), and Basic Nursing through OJEE 2026.
- For a 4-year B.Tech degree, the JEE Main score will be considered.
- For MBBS courses, NEET UG/PG scores will be considered for admissions.
| Exam Name | Total Question | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| B.Pharm | 120 (40 x 4) | 2 hrs |
| Lateral Entry to B.Tech (Diploma) | 120 (40 x 3) | 2 hrs |
| Lateral Entry to B.Tech (B.Sc. / +3 Sc.) | 60 | 1 hr |
| LE Pharm (Lateral Entry to B.Pharm) | 60 | 1 hr |
| B.CAT (Cinematography & Sound Recording & Design) | 60 | 1 hr |
| B.CAT (Film Editing) | 60 | 1 hr |
| Integrated MBA (5-year) | 60 | 1 hr |
| B.Tech (2nd Year / Special OJEE) | 60 | 1 hr |
| Basic B.Sc. Nursing | 100 | 2 hrs |
Source: OJEE 2026 Brochure
OJEE 2026 PG Courses Exam Pattern
Along with the undergraduate courses, the candidate can also opt for postgraduate courses through the OJEE 2026 exam. The postgraduate courses under OJEE 2026 are MCA, MBA, M.Tech, M.Plan, M.Arch, and M.Pharm.
- The number of questions and exam duration for postgraduate courses vary from course to course.
- Candidates with valid GATE (for M.Tech) or GPAT (for M.Pharm) scores can directly participate in OJEE 2026 counselling.
| Exam Name | Total Question | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MCA | 120 | 2 hrs |
| MBA | 120 | 2 hrs |
| M.Tech | 90 | 2 hrs |
| M.Arch | 90 | 2 hrs |
| M.Plan | 90 | 2 hrs |
| M.Pharm | 60 | 1 hr |
Source: OJEE 2026 Brochure
OJEE 2026 Course-wise Exam Pattern
The OJEE 2026 has major differences in the exam pattern for each course. There are around 18-20 courses, including UG courses, Lateral entry courses, PG courses, Nursing courses, etc., that can be opted for through the OJEE 2026 exam.
Source: OJEE 2026 Brochure
OJEE 2026 Exam Pattern: B.Pharm
Candidates who opted for the B.Pharm course in the OJEE 2026 exam will have 3 subjects in the paper and 2 hours to solve them.
- There will be a total of 120 questions.
- Total marks of the exam will be 480, and there is no minimum qualifying cutoff.
- Candidates can choose to attempt either Mathematics or Biology along with Physics and Chemistry, which are mandatory.
| Features | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Number of questions | 120 questions |
| Total Marks | 480 |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Subjects | Physics - 40 Chemistry - 40 Biology/Mathematics - 40 (Attempt either PCB or PCM) |
Source: OJEE 2026 Brochure
OJEE 2026 Exam Pattern: Lateral Entry B.Tech
Candidates opting for B.Tech (Lateral Entry/BSc/+3Sc) will have 120 questions in their exam, equally divided between 3 sections.
- The 3 sections will be Engineering Mathematics, Engineering Mechanics, and Basic Electrical & Electronics Engineering.
- The total marks in the exam will be 480, and the exam duration will be 2 hours.
| Features | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Number of questions | 120 questions |
| Total Marks | 480 |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Subjects | Engg. Mathematics - 40 Engg. Mechanics - 40 Basic Electrical & Electronics Engg. - 40 |
Source: OJEE 2026 Brochure
OJEE 2026 Exam Pattern: M.Plan
For the M.Plan course, the OJEE 2026 exam will have a total of 90 questions for a duration of 2 hours.
- The Planning subject will have 60 questions, whereas the Logical Reasoning section will have 30 questions in total.
- The marks for each question will be the same in both sections.
- The exam will be 360 marks in total.
| Features | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Number of questions | 90 questions |
| Total Marks | 360 |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Subjects | Branch Subject (Planning) - 60 Analytical & Logical Reasoning - 30 |
Source: OJEE 2026 Brochure
OJEE 2026 Exam Pattern: M.Pharm & Lateral Entry Pharmacy
For both the M.Pharm and the Lateral Entry Pharmacy courses, the exam pattern is the same, which includes 60 questions.
- Total marks for the exam are 240, and the total duration will be 1 hour.
- The questions will be from complete B.Pharm Syallbus.
| Features | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Number of questions | 60 questions |
| Total Marks | 240 |
| Duration | 1 Hour |
| Subjects | Questions from the B.Pharm syllabus |
Source: OJEE 2026 Brochure
OJEE 2026 Exam Pattern: MCA & Lateral Entry MCA
The candidate opted for MCA, and the Lateral Entry MCA will have the same exam pattern, which includes 120 questions.
- There will be 2 sections in the exam: computer awareness and mathematics.
- Each section will have equal weight, that is, 60 questions in each.
- The total marks will be 480, and the duration will be 2 hours.
| Features | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Number of questions | 120 questions |
| Total Marks | 480 |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Subjects | Computer Awareness - 60 Mathematics - 60 |
Source: OJEE 2026 Brochure
OJEE 2026 Exam Pattern: MBA
The OJEE 2026 Exam for MBA will include 4 sections, which are analytical & logical reasoning, quantitative techniques, verbal reasoning & comprehension, and general awareness & business fundamentals.
- All 4 sections have equal weightage, each consisting of 30 questions.
- The total duration of the exam will be 2 hours, and the total marks will be 480.
| Features | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Number of questions | 120 questions |
| Total Marks | 480 |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Subjects | Analytical & Logical Reasoning - 30, Quantitative Techniques - 30, Verbal Reasoning & Comprehension - 30, General Awareness & Business Fundamentals - 30 |
Source: OJEE 2026 Brochure
OJEE 2026 Exam Pattern: Integrated MBA
The integrated MBA course is a 5-year program offering a UG+PG degree, and the OJEE 2026 exam for Integrated MBA will have 60 questions divided across 4 sections.
- There will be a total of 4 sections: Analytical & logical reasoning, quantitative techniques, verbal reasoning & comprehension, and general awareness & business fundamentals.
- The exam will be of 1 hour and 240 marks in total.
| Features | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Number of questions | 60 questions |
| Total Marks | 240 |
| Duration | 1 Hour |
| Subjects | Analytical & Logical Reasoning - 15 Quantitative Techniques - 15 Verbal Reasoning & Comprehension - 15 General Awareness & Business Fundamentals - 15 |
Source: OJEE 2026 Brochure
OJEE 2026 Exam Pattern: PGAT (M.Tech/M.Arch)
The OJEE 2026 exam for M.Tech and M.Arch will have a total of 3 sections, and the duration of the exam will be 2 hours.
- Sections are: Branch Subject(60 questions), Engineering Mathematics(20 questions), and Analytical & Logical Reasoning (10 questions).
- Candidates with a valid GATE score can directly participate in counseling sessions for M.Tech courses.
- The total marks of the exam will be 360.
| Features | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Number of questions | 90 questions |
| Total Marks | 360 |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Subjects | Branch Subject - 60 Engineering Mathematics - 20 Analytical & Logical Reasoning - 10 |
Source: OJEE 2026 Brochure
OJEE 2026 Exam Pattern: B.CAT (Cinematography, Sound Recording & Design, Film Editing)
There will be 4 sections consisting of 60 questions, equally divided between all the sections in OJEE 2026 for B.CAT courses. The total marks will be 240.
- The sections are: English, Everyday Science, GK, and Reasoning, each consisting of 15 questions.
- The total exam duration will be 1 hour.
| Features | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Number of questions | 60 questions |
| Total Marks | 240 |
| Duration | 1 Hour |
| Subjects | English - 15, Everyday Science - 15, GK - 15, Reasoning - 15 |
Source: OJEE 2026 Brochure
OJEE 2026 Exam Pattern: Basic BSc Nursing
The exam pattern for the BSc Nursing course is different from all other courses under OJEE 2026, and this exam will have no negative marking.
- There will be 100 questions, each consisting of 1 mark.
- There will be 5 sections in the exam: Physics, Chemistry, English, Biology, and Aptitude for Nursing.
| Features | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Number of questions | 100 questions |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Subjects | Physics - 20 Chemistry - 20 Biology - 20 English - 20 Aptitude for Nursing - 20 No negative marking |
Source: OJEE 2026 Brochure
OJEE 2026 Marking Scheme
According to the OJEE 2026 Marking Scheme, candidates will be given 4 marks for each correct answer, and 1 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer. For unattempted questions, there will be no marks.
- +4 and -1 marking scheme is valid for all the courses except the Basic BSc Nursing course.
- In the Basic BSc Nursing course, there will be no negative marking, and 1 mark will be given for each correct answer.
- You must attempt at least 1 question to appear in the rank list.
- There is no provision for re-evaluation or re-checking of the answer sheets.
FAQs:
Ques. Does OJEE 2026 have negative marking for all courses?
Ans. For all the courses except the Basic BSc Nursing course, there is negative marking. 1 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.
Ques. What happens if I leave questions unattempted in OJEE 2026?
Ans. There will be 0 marks for each unattempted question, but if you leave all the questions unattempted, you will be disqualified from the examination.
OJEE 2026 Exam Pattern: Previous Year Analysis
The OJEE 2026 exam pattern is mostly the same as it was in OJEE 2025 and earlier years, which makes it very easy for students to prepare according to previous year papers.
- Consistent CBT Mode: For the past few years, the OJEE has only been done in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode, and there has been no switch back to the old pen-and-paper format.Marking
- Scheme Continuity: The standard of +4 marks for correct answers and -1 mark for wrong answers (negative marking) stays the same in 2026.
- Mandatory Sectional Attempt Rule: For the past few years, candidates have had to try at least one question from each section in order to avoid being disqualified.
Because this has been the case for so many years, working through previous years' question papers (2023–2025) is still very useful and relevant for OJEE 2026.
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FAQs
Ques. Does OJEE have sectional timing, or can I switch between sections?
Ans. No, OJEE does not have sectional timings; you can switch between sections till the exam is over.
Ques. How to prepare according to the latest OJEE 2026 exam pattern?
Ans. As the OJEE exam pattern has been consistent from previous years, the best way to prepare is through previous year questions and mock tests.
Ques. What is the pattern of Special OJEE / 2nd OJEE for B.Tech?
Ans. Special OJEE or 2nd OJEE is a 1-hour computer-based test, having 60 questions, 20 of each physics, chemistry, and maths. The exam is for filling vacant seats for B.Tech.
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