Rama Devi Women’s University, Vidya Vihar, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, has published the RDWU Faculty Recruitment 2026 notification. This recruitment drive aims to fill 80 vacancies for the positions of Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor across various departments. The online application process commenced on 7th May 2026 and will conclude on 10th June 2026. Interested candidates can apply online through the official website at https://rdwu.ac.in.
Notification Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| University Name | Rama Devi Women’s University, Vidya Vihar, Bhubaneswar, Odisha – 751022 |
| Notification No. | No. 4152 / Dt. 30.04.2026 |
| Post Names | Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor |
| Total Vacancies | 80 (Professor: 11, Associate Professor: 23, Assistant Professor: 46) |
| Pay Scale | Professor: Pay Level-14 (7th CPC) Associate Professor: Pay Level-13A (7th CPC) Assistant Professor: Pay Level-10 (7th CPC) |
| Departments | Botany, Business Administration, Chemistry, Commerce, Computer Science, Economics, Education, English, Gender Studies, Hindi, History, Home Science, Journalism & Mass Communication, Life Science, Mathematics, Music, Odia, Philosophy, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Sanskrit, Sociology, Statistics, Zoology |
| Application Mode | Online via HIMS Portal (https://hims.odisha.gov.in/) + Hard copy via Speed Post |
| Selection Mode | Screening/Scrutiny + Interview (as per UGC Notification 18th July 2018) |
| Age Limit | Candidates above 60 years will not be eligible to apply |
| Official Website | https://rdwu.ac.in |
RDWU Faculty Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Notification | 30.04.2026 |
| Opening of Online Application Portal (HIMS) | 07.05.2026 |
| Closing Date of Online Application Portal | 10.06.2026 (midnight) |
| Last Date for Receipt of Hard Copy | 20.06.2026 |
| Eligibility / Shortlisting Criteria Considered As On | 10.06.2026 |
RDWU Faculty Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
A total of 80 regular faculty vacancies (including backlog vacancies) have been announced across three positions in various departments. Reservation of posts will be according to the Government of Odisha norms.
Professor Vacancy (Total: 11)
| Sl. No. | Department Name | Category-wise Position |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business Administration | One (ST (W)-1) |
| 2 | Commerce | One (UR (W)-1) |
| 3 | Computer Science | One (SC (W)-1) |
| 4 | Economics | One (UR*-1) |
| 5 | Education | One (SEBC-1) |
| 6 | Gender Studies | One (ST-1) |
| 7 | Hindi | One (UR (W)-1) |
| 8 | Home Science | One (SC-1) |
| 9 | Journalism and Mass Communications | One (UR-1) |
| 10 | Life Science | One (ST-1) |
| 11 | Odia | One (UR-1) |
| TOTAL | Eleven (11) |
Associate Professor Vacancy (Total: 23)
| Sl. No. | Department Name | Category-wise Position |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Botany | One (ST-1) |
| 2 | Business Administration | One (SC-1), One (UR (W)-1) |
| 3 | Chemistry | One (SEBC-1) |
| 4 | Commerce | One (ST(W)-1) |
| 5 | Economics | One (ST-1) |
| 6 | Education | One (SC(W)-1), One (SEBC-1) |
| 7 | Gender Studies | One (SC(W)-1) |
| 8 | Hindi | One (ST-1), One (ST(W)-1) |
| 9 | History | One (UR*-1) |
| 10 | Mathematics | One (SC-1) |
| 11 | Odia | One (SC-1), One (ST-1) |
| 12 | Philosophy | One (SEBC(W)-1) |
| 13 | Physics | One (SEBC-1) |
| 14 | Political Science | One (ST-1) |
| 15 | Psychology | One (ST(W)-1) |
| 16 | Sanskrit | One (UR-1) |
| 17 | Sociology | One (SC*-1) |
| 18 | Statistics | One (UR-1) |
| 19 | Zoology | One (ST-1) |
| TOTAL | Twenty Three (23) |
Assistant Professor Vacancy (Total: 46)
| Sl. No. | Department Name | Category-wise Position |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Botany | Three (ST(W)-1, SEBC-1, UR-1) |
| 2 | Business Administration | Four (ST-1, UR(W)-1, SC-1, UR-1) |
| 3 | Chemistry | Three (ST(W)-1, UR(W)-1, SEBC-1) |
| 4 | Commerce | Three (ST(W)-1, SC-1, UR(W)-1) |
| 5 | Computer Science | One (ST(W)-1) |
| 6 | Education | Two (UR*-1, SEBC-1) |
| 7 | English | Five (UR-1, ST-1, UR(W)-1, ST#-1, UR-1) |
| 8 | Gender Studies | One (ST-1) |
| 9 | Hindi | Four (SEBC-1, UR(W)-1, ST-1, UR-1) |
| 10 | History | Two (SC-1, UR-1) |
| 11 | Journalism & Mass Communication | One (UR (W)-1) |
| 12 | Mathematics | Two (UR-1, SEBC(W)-1) |
| 13 | Music | One (UR-1) |
| 14 | Odia | Four (ST-1, ST(W)-1, UR-1, SEBC-1) |
| 15 | Physics | Three (ST-1, SC(W)-1, UR-1) |
| 16 | Psychology | Two (SEBC(W)-1, ST-1) |
| 17 | Sanskrit | Two (SC(W)-1, UR-1) |
| 18 | Zoology | Three (SC-1, ST-1, SEBC(W)-1) |
| TOTAL | Forty-Six (46) |
- Reserved for PwBD | # Reserved for PwBD | W – Women
RDWU Faculty Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as per UGC eligibility criteria (UGC Notification 18th July 2018 and subsequent amendments). Eligibility will be considered as of the closing date of submission of the online application. The period spent by candidates to acquire an M.Phil. and/or Ph.D. degree shall not be considered as research experience. Candidates above 60 years will not be eligible to apply.
Essential Qualifications for Professor (Pay Level-14 as per 7th CPC)
| Eligibility | Details |
|---|---|
| Eligibility A (i) | An eminent scholar having a Ph.D. degree in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline with published work of high quality, actively engaged in research with a minimum of 10 research publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals, 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. |
| Eligibility A (ii) | A minimum of ten years of teaching experience in a university/college as Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor, and/or research experience at an equivalent level at University/National Level Institutions, with evidence of having successfully guided doctoral candidates. |
| Eligibility B | An outstanding professional having a Ph.D. degree in the relevant/allied/applied disciplines from any academic institution (not included in A above)/industry, who has made a significant contribution to knowledge in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline, supported by documentary evidence, provided he/she has ten years’ experience. |
Essential Qualifications for Associate Professor (Pay Level-13A as per 7th CPC)
| Eligibility Criterion | Details |
|---|---|
| I | A good academic record with a Ph.D. Degree in the concerned/allied/relevant disciplines. |
| II | A Master’s Degree with 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in a concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University or equivalent degree from a foreign University. For SC/ST/Non-Creamy layer OBC/Differently abled candidates, the requirement at the master’s level is 50%. Relaxation of 5% also applicable to Ph.D. holders who completed a master’s degree before 19 September 1991. |
| III | A minimum of eight years of teaching and/or research experience in an academic/research position equivalent to that of Assistant Professor in a University, College, or Accredited Research Institution/industry, with a minimum of seven 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. |
Essential Qualifications for Assistant Professor (Pay Level-10 as per 7th CPC)
| Eligibility | Details |
|---|---|
| Eligibility A (i) | A Master’s Degree with 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in a concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University or equivalent degree from a foreign University. For SC/ST/Non-Creamy layer OBC/Differently abled candidates, the requirement at the master’s level is 50%. Relaxation of 5% also applicable to Ph.D. holders who completed a master’s degree before 19 September 1991. |
| Eligibility A (ii) | Besides the above, the candidate must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC or CSIR, or a similar test (SLET/SET) accredited by UGC, OR hold a Ph.D. Degree awarded in accordance with UGC (M.Phil./Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, 2009 or 2016 and their amendments (with specified conditions). NET/SLET/SET shall be the minimum criteria for direct recruitment as per UGC Notification, New Delhi, 30th June 2023. |
| Eligibility B | The Ph.D. degree has been obtained from a foreign university/institution with a ranking among the top 500 in the World University Ranking (at any time) by QS, Times Higher Education (THE), or ARWU of Shanghai Jiao Tong University. |
RDWU Faculty Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee
The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online. Applications without an applicable fee will be summarily rejected. Candidates applying for more than one post must apply separately and pay the fee for each post.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / SEBC | Rs. 2000 |
| SC / ST / PWD / Women | Rs. 1000 |
RDWU Faculty Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
Selection will be as per UGC Notification 18th July 2018. Applications received by the due date will be screened/scrutinized. The list of eligible and ineligible candidates will be displayed on the website. For a single post, a maximum of 15 candidates will be called for an interview; for multiple posts, candidates will be called in the ratio of 1:10 based on scores during scrutiny.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Screening / Scrutiny of applications |
| Stage 2 | Interview |
How to Apply for RDWU Faculty Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official HIMS portal at https://hims.odisha.gov.in to submit your online application and download the confirmation page for your records.
💡 Expert Tip: Ensure that all uploaded documents are in PDF format and readable to avoid any issues during the application review process.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Applications must be submitted online via the HIMS Portal only. No other format or CV by email will be accepted.
- A hard copy of the downloaded application must reach the University via Speed Post on or before 20.06.2026; courier/ordinary post/hand delivery will not be accepted.
- Candidates above 60 years will not be eligible to apply.
- The period spent acquiring the M.Phil. and/or Ph.D. degree shall not be considered as research experience.
- Candidates applying for more than one post must apply separately and pay the application fee for each post.
- Upload documents in PDF/image format, ensuring readability; upload a photograph in JPEG format of less than 200 KB.
- Any change or amendment in this advertisement shall be displayed on the University website only – candidates are advised to visit https://rdwu.ac.in regularly.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Visit Official Website | Visit Official Website |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When does the application process close? Ans. You have until June 10, 2026, to submit your online application. The hard copy of your application must reach the university by June 20, 2026.
Q2. How many teaching positions are open? Ans. There are exactly 80 faculty vacancies available. This includes 11 Professor, 23 Associate Professor, and 46 Assistant Professor positions across various departments.
Q3. How much do I need to pay to apply? Ans. General and SEBC category candidates must pay an application fee of Rs. 2,000. For SC, ST, PwBD, and women applicants, the fee is reduced to Rs. 1,000.
Q4. Is there an age restriction for these roles? Ans. Yes, candidates who are above 60 years of age are not eligible for these faculty positions.
Q5. Where should I submit my application? Ans. You must apply online through the Odisha HIMS portal between May 7 and June 10, 2026. After submitting online, remember to send the printed hard copy via Speed Post to the university.
Q6. How will candidates be selected? Ans. The university will first screen the applications based on UGC 2018 regulations. Shortlisted candidates will then be called for a direct interview.
Q7. Where is the official notification document? Ans. The complete recruitment notice can be downloaded directly from the official Rama Devi Women’s University website at rdwu.ac.in.
