The Odisha government has officially increased reservation for ST, SC, and SEBC categories in technical education starting from the 2026-27 academic year. ST reservation increases from 12% to 22.5%, SC from 8% to 16.25%, and SEBC students will get 11.25% for the first time in fields like Engineering and Medicine. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced this decision following a cabinet meeting to ensure equitable access to professional courses across all state universities and technical institutes. https://odishasambad.in/seat-reservation-increased-for-st-sc-scbc-category-students/ #creator program