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Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026 Overview

University NameUtkal University, Vani Vihar, Bhubaneswar – 751004
Advertisement No.Professor: Estt-1/1041-Vol(IV)/No. 5793 dated 18.05.2026 Associate Professor: Estt-1/1041-Vol(IV)/No. 5792 dated 18.05.2026 Assistant Professor: Estt-I/1041(Vol-IV) No. 5791 dated 18.05.2026
Post NamesProfessor / Professor-cum-Principal/Director, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor
Total Vacancies141 (Professor: 39 | Associate Professor: 51 | Assistant Professor: 51)
Pay ScaleProfessor: Pay Level-14 (as per 7th CPC) | Associate Professor: Pay Level-13A (as per 7th CPC) | Assistant Professor: As per UGC norms
Application ModeOnline only via HIMS Portal (https://hims.odisha.gov.in)
Selection ModeScreening / Scrutiny as per UGC Notification 18th July 2018 + Interview (with PPT presentation)
Eligibility BasisUGC Notification 18th July 2018 and subsequent amendments
Official Websitehttps://utkaluniversity.ac.in

Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

EventDate
Date of Notification on University Website18-05-2026
HIMS Portal Link Available From19-05-2026
Starting Date of Online Application19-05-2026
Last Date for Online Application Submission20-06-2026 (midnight)
Last Date for Receiving Hard Copy + Enclosures by Speed Post29-06-2026
Hard Copy Mailing AddressThe Registrar, Utkal University, Vani Vihar, Bhubaneswar, District-Khordha, Odisha – 751004

Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details

Sl. No.Department NameURSTSCSEBC
1A & A Economics11(W)––
2A.I.H.C.A.1–––
3Anthropology––1(W)PWD–
4Botany1PWD+1(W)1––
5Business Administration1(W)11–
6CDOE (Director)1–––
7Chemistry1(W)––1
8Commerce–1––
9Computer Science and Applications1–––
10English––1(W)–
11Geography–1––
12Geology––1–
13History–––1(W)
14L.L.M1–––
15Library & Information Science–1––
16Mathematics1–1(W)–
17Odia11––
18PM&IR1––1(W)
19Philosophy1–––
20Physics11(W)1–
21Political Science1–––
22Psychology–1(W)––
23Public Administration––1–
24Sanskrit1(W)–––
25Sociology1(W)––1
26ULC (Professor-cum-Principal)1–––
27Zoology––1–
Total (Professor)18 (1PWD)(W-5)9 (W-3)8 (W-2+1PWD)4 (W-2)
Sl. No.Department NameURSTSCSEBC
1A & A Economics–1(W)––
2Anthropology–––1
3Biotechnology1(W)1––
4Botany––1–
5Business Administration11PWD+1(W)–1
6Chemistry–1(W)––
7Commerce1–11(W)
8Computer Science and Applications11––
9English1(W)1(W)1–
10Geography21(W)–1
11Geology––1(W)–
12History–1––
13L.L.M2–11
14Library & Information Science–1(W)––
15Mathematics1+1(W)–1(W)–
16Odia1(W)1–1(W)PWD
17PM&IR–1––
18Physics–1–1
19Political Science1(W)–1–
20Psychology2+1(W)2––
21Public Administration––1–
22Sociology11––
23Statistics1–1(W)–
24Zoology–1––
Total (Associate Professor)18 (W-6)17 (W-6, PWD-1)9 (W-3)7 (W-1+1PWD)
Sl. No.Department NameURSTSCSEBC
1A.I.H.C.A.1(PWD)+1(W)–––
2Anthropology1(W)––1
3Biotechnology1–––
4Botany1–11(W)
5Business Administration1+1(W)11–
6Chemistry1(W)1+1(W)––
7Commerce31(W)(PWD)1–
8Computer Science and Applications1–––
9English–––1(PWD)
10Geology1––1(W)
11History–2––
12Library & Information Science1––1
13Mathematics–1(W)––
14Odia1(W)–––
15PM&IR1–––
16Philosophy–1––
17Physics1+1(W)––1
18Political Science1–1(W)PWD–
19Psychology21–1
20Sanskrit1(W)––1(W)
21Statistics1(W)––1
22ULC21––
23Zoology1+1(W)––1
Total (Assistant Professor)27 (W-9, PWD-1)10 (W-2+1PWD)4 (W-1PWD)10 (W-3, PWD-1)
CategoryDescription
a) B, LVBlindness and Low Vision
b) HHHard of Hearing
c) OA, BA, OL, OAL, BLA, BLOA, CP, LC, Dw, AAV, MDyLocomotor and other physical disabilities
d) ASD(M), SLD, MIAutism Spectrum Disorder (Mild), Specific Learning Disability, Mental Illness
e) MDMultiple Disabilities involving (a) to (d) above; W = Women
  • A total of 141 faculty vacancies (including backlog vacancies) are announced across three posts – Professor (39), Associate Professor (51), and Assistant Professor (51) – distributed across UR, ST, SC, and SEBC categories with horizontal reservation for Women and PwBD within each category.
  • Professor Vacancies (Total: 39 | UR-18 (1PWD)(W-5) | ST-9 (W-3) | SC-8 (W-2+1PWD) | SEBC-4 (W-2))
  • Associate Professor Vacancies (Total: 51 | UR-18 (W-6) | ST-17 (W-6, PWD-1) | SC-9 (W-3) | SEBC-7 (W-1+1PWD))
  • Assistant Professor Vacancies (Total: 51 | UR-27 (W-9, PWD-1) | ST-10 (W-2+1PWD) | SC-4 (W-1PWD) | SEBC-10 (W-3, PWD-1))
  • Note: *Specialization mentioned above is desirable and not mandatory for each discipline. In case of non-availability of suitable women candidates, the post will be filled up by male candidates from the respective category. 4% of sanctioned posts shall be filled from PwBD category as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 (Notification No-CG-DL-E-13012021-224370). Candidates above 60 years of age will not be eligible to apply.
  • PwBD Reserved Sub-Categories

Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria

PostEssential Qualification & Experience
Assistant ProfessorAs per UGC Notification 18th July 2018 (UGC Regulation No. F.1-2/2017(EC/PS)) and subsequent amendments. Minimum 55% marks at Master's level from a recognized University. NET/SET/SLET qualification or Ph.D. degree as per UGC norms.
Associate Professor (Pay Level-13A)(i) Good academic record with Ph.D. in concerned/allied/relevant discipline. (ii) Master's Degree with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade). (iii) Minimum 8 years of teaching and/or research experience at Assistant Professor level (or equivalent) in a University/College/Accredited Research Institution, with minimum 7 publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals and a total research score of 75 as per Appendix II, Table 2 of UGC Regulation No. F.1-2/2017(EC/PS), 18th July 2018.
Professor (Pay Level-14) – Option A(i) Ph.D. degree in concerned/allied/relevant discipline with published work of high quality; minimum 10 research publications (Clause-12) and a total research score of 120 as per Appendix II, Table 2 of UGC Regulation No. F.1-2/2017(EC/PS), 18th July 2018. (ii) Minimum 10 years of teaching experience in university/college as Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor or research experience at equivalent level with evidence of successfully guided doctoral candidate.
Professor (Pay Level-14) – Option BAn outstanding professional with Ph.D. in relevant/allied/applied disciplines from any academic institution or industry, who has made significant contribution to knowledge in the concerned discipline, supported by documentary evidence, with 10 years of experience.
Desirable (all posts)Specialization as mentioned against each department in the vacancy table (desirable, not mandatory).
  • Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the closing date of submission of online application (20-06-2026). Applications are open to eligible Indian Citizens and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs). Minimum qualification at the Master's level is 55% marks (or equivalent grade in a point-scale). A relaxation of 5% is allowed at Bachelor's and Master's level for SC/ST/OBC (Non-creamy Layer)/PwBD candidates. A relaxation of 5% (from 55% to 50%) is also available to PhD holders who obtained their Master's Degree prior to 19 September 1991. Only Matriculation/SSC certificate or equivalent issued by the concerned educational board will be accepted as proof of date of birth.
  • Educational Qualification

Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026 - Application Fee

CategoryApplication Fee
General / SEBC CandidatesRs. 2,000/- (Rupees Two Thousand only)
SC / ST / PWD / Women CandidatesRs. 1,000/- (Rupees One Thousand only)
  • Application fee must be paid online via the bank details given in the HIMS portal. The fee is non-refundable. Applications without the applicable fee will be summarily rejected.

Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process

Publications Assessment (prior to 14-06-2019)UGC Cancelled list
Publications Assessment (14-06-2019 to 26-06-2025)Scopus/Web of Science/ UGC Care
Publications Assessment (from 27-06-2025)Scopus/Web of Science only
  • The selection process consists of application screening/scrutiny followed by an Interview/Selection Committee as per UGC Notification 18th July 2018, supported by the Act and Statute of the University. The list of eligible and ineligible candidates will be displayed on the University website. Candidates will be judged holistically on cognitive, psychomotor, and affective domains. Candidates called for interview must come prepared with a PPT covering brief biodata, subject domain strength, practical skills, student empowerment strategy, use of AI in pedagogy, funded research projects, consultancy research, potential for national/international collaborations, and vision for the University and nation building.
  • Tie-Breaking Rules
  • Research Score Augmentation for Papers (as per Thomson Reuters Impact Factor): Papers in refereed journals without impact factor – 5 Points; Impact factor <1 – 10 Points; between 1 and 2 – 15 Points; between 2 and 5 – 20 Points; between 5 and 10 – 25 Points; >10 – 30 Points. Two authors: 70% of total value each; more than two authors: 70% for First/Principal/Corresponding author and 30% for each joint author.

How to Apply for Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026

  • Applications must be submitted online through the HIMS Portal (https://hims.odisha.gov.in) which will be available from 19.05.2026. Candidates must complete the application in all respects and upload all supporting documents on or before 20.06.2026. Candidates applying for more than one post must apply online separately for each post, paying application fee for each application. The online application can be filled in multiple sessions. No other format of application or CV will be accepted by email or any other means.
  • In addition, a hard copy of the downloaded and submitted application along with all relevant documents must be sent only via Speed Post/Registered Post to: The Registrar, Utkal University, Vani Vihar, Bhubaneswar, District-Khordha, Odisha–751004 on or before 29.06.2026. Courier/ordinary post/hand delivery will not be accepted. The envelope must be superscribed "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF [PROFESSOR/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/ASSISTANT PROFESSOR]" along with Advertisement No. and Date.
  • Documents to be Submitted (Hard Copy along with Online Application):
  • Self-attested copies of all documents as per the application form, placed with serial numbers matching the form
  • Matriculation/SSC certificate or equivalent (Date of Birth proof – only this document accepted)
  • Master's Degree certificate and marksheets; Ph.D. award letter
  • Experience certificates with evidence of research/teaching as required
  • All publications with supporting documents (self-attested); no claim without supporting evidence will be counted
  • Valid caste certificate (SC/ST/SEBC) issued by competent authority in prescribed Odisha Government format
  • Disability Certificate issued by competent authority in the format prescribed by Government of Odisha (for PwBD candidates)
  • NOC from employer / copy of application forwarded through proper channel (for Govt./PSU/Autonomous Body employees)
  • Photograph in JPEG format (less than 200kb); documents in PDF/image format (clearly readable)
  • Apply Online at: https://hims.odisha.gov.in

Important Instructions for Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026 Candidates

  • Applications are open to eligible Indian Citizens and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) as per UGC eligibility criteria.
  • Candidates above 60 years of age are not eligible to apply.
  • Candidates applying for more than one post must apply separately for each post and pay the applicable fee for each.
  • Application fee is non-refundable; applications without fee will be summarily rejected.
  • No hard copy will be considered if the applicant fails to submit the online application by the closing date.
  • The period spent acquiring M.Phil. or Ph.D. degree shall not be considered as research experience.
  • Publications in predatory/dubious journals or presentations in predatory/dubious conferences will not be considered at any point in the selection process.
  • Any entry/claim made in the application without supporting documents will not be counted towards the score claimed for the position applied.
  • Only the Matriculation/SSC certificate issued by the concerned educational board will be accepted for date of birth verification.
  • Reserved category candidates (SC/ST/SEBC) must be domiciles/permanent residents of Odisha for availing reservation benefits.
  • Candidates should produce all self-attested documents at the time of interview; only the HIMS portal downloaded application form is acceptable for hardcopy.
  • No TA/DA shall be paid to candidates for attending the interview.
  • Canvassing in any form will be subject to disqualification of candidature.
  • The University reserves the right not to fill up any or some of the advertised vacancies without assigning any reason, and to revise/reschedule/cancel/suspend the recruitment process at any time. The decision of the University shall be final and binding.
  • Any change or amendment in this advertisement will be displayed on the University website only; candidates are advised to visit https://utkaluniversity.ac.in regularly and remain updated till the last date.
  • In case of any inadvertent mistake detected at any stage even after the issue of an appointment letter, the University reserves the right to modify/withdraw/cancel any communication made to the candidate(s).
  • Any other relaxation and reservation applicable but not mentioned shall be as per Govt. of Odisha, as notified from time to time.

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Q2. How many vacancies are available in Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026?

  • A total of 141 vacancies are available: 39 Professor posts (UR-18, ST-9, SC-8, SEBC-4), 51 Associate Professor posts (UR-18, ST-17, SC-9, SEBC-7), and 51 Assistant Professor posts (UR-27, ST-10, SC-4, SEBC-10) with horizontal reservation for Women and PwBD candidates.

Q4. What is the eligibility for Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026?

  • Eligibility follows UGC Notification 18th July 2018: Assistant Professor requires Master's degree with 55% marks plus NET/SET/Ph.D.; Associate Professor requires Ph.D. with 8 years experience and 75 research score; Professor requires Ph.D. with 10 years experience, 10 publications, and 120 research score.

Q5. What is the age limit for Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026?

  • Candidates above 60 years of age are not eligible to apply. There is no lower age limit specified, but candidates must fulfill the minimum qualification and experience requirements as per UGC norms.

Q6. What is the selection process for Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026?

  • The selection process includes application screening/scrutiny as per UGC Notification 18th July 2018 followed by Interview/Selection Committee assessment with mandatory PPT presentation covering biodata, research, teaching methodology, AI in pedagogy, and vision for nation building.

Q7. Is there any application fee for Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026?

  • Yes, application fee is ₹2,000 for General/SEBC candidates and ₹1,000 for SC/ST/PwD/Women candidates, payable online through HIMS portal (non-refundable).

Q8. What is the salary for Utkal University Faculty posts 2026?

  • Professor posts offer Pay Level-14, Associate Professor posts offer Pay Level-13A as per 7th CPC, and Assistant Professor posts offer salary as per UGC norms with applicable allowances and perquisites.

Q10. How to apply for Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026?

  • Candidates must apply online through HIMS Portal (hims.odisha.gov.in) from 19 May 2026 to 20 June 2026, upload all documents, pay application fee, and also send hard copy with supporting documents via Speed Post/Registered Post to The Registrar, Utkal University by 29 June 2026.
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