Odisha SDTE panel approves 11.25% SEBC quota, raising SC/ST seats in tech, med courses

Odisha government plans a significant overhaul of reservation policies for professional courses starting 2026-27. A proposal aims to introduce 11.25% reservation for SEBC students and double existing SC/ST quotas, potentially raising them to 38.5% in technical and medical admissions. This move seeks to standardize reservation across educational streams.