Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released for 141 faculty vacancies, including 39 Professors, 51 Associate Professors, and 51 Assistant Professors across various departments at Utkal University, Vani Vihar, Bhubaneswar. This esteemed institution is known for its commitment to academic excellence and research, making these positions highly sought after. The online application process commenced on 19th May 2026, and the last date to submit applications is 20th June 2026. Interested candidates can find more details and apply online at https://utkaluniversity.ac.in.
Utkal University’s recruitment notification includes comprehensive information regarding vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection procedures, application fees, and general instructions. Candidates are encouraged to download and thoroughly review the complete notification before proceeding with their applications.
Note: All information is sourced from the official notification. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| University Name | Utkal 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 Names | Professor / Professor-cum-Principal/Director, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor |
| Total Vacancies | 141 (Professor: 39, Associate Professor: 51, Assistant Professor: 51) |
| Pay Scale | Professor: Pay Level-14 (as per 7th CPC) Associate Professor: Pay Level-13A (as per 7th CPC) Assistant Professor: As per UGC norms |
| Application Mode | Online only via HIMS Portal (https://hims.odisha.gov.in) |
| Selection Mode | Screening / Scrutiny as per UGC Notification 18th July 2018 + Interview (with PPT presentation) |
| Eligibility Basis | UGC Notification 18th July 2018 and subsequent amendments |
| Official Website | https://utkaluniversity.ac.in |
Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Notification on University Website | 18-05-2026 |
| HIMS Portal Link Available From | 19-05-2026 |
| Starting Date of Online Application | 19-05-2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application Submission | 20-06-2026 (midnight) |
| Last Date for Receiving Hard Copy + Enclosures by Speed Post | 29-06-2026 |
| Hard Copy Mailing Address | The Registrar, Utkal University, Vani Vihar, Bhubaneswar, District Khordha, Odisha – 751004 |
Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
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
| Department Name | UR | ST | SC | SEBC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A & A Economics | 1 | 1(W) | – | – |
| A.I.H.C.A. | 1 | – | – | – |
| Anthropology | – | – | 1(W)PWD | – |
| Botany | 1PWD+1(W) | 1 | – | – |
| Business Administration | 1(W) | 1 | 1 | – |
| CDOE (Director) | 1 | – | – | – |
| Chemistry | 1(W) | – | – | 1 |
| Commerce | – | 1 | – | – |
| Computer Science and Applications | 1 | – | – | – |
| English | – | – | 1(W) | – |
| Geography | – | 1 | – | – |
| Geology | – | – | 1 | – |
| History | – | – | – | 1(W) |
| L.L.M | 1 | – | – | – |
| Library & Information Science | – | 1 | – | – |
| Mathematics | 1 | – | 1(W) | – |
| Odia | 1 | 1 | – | – |
| PM&IR | 1 | – | – | 1(W) |
| Philosophy | 1 | – | – | – |
| Physics | 1 | 1(W) | 1 | – |
| Political Science | 1 | – | – | – |
| Psychology | – | 1(W) | – | – |
| Public Administration | – | – | 1 | – |
| Sanskrit | 1(W) | – | – | – |
| Sociology | 1(W) | – | – | 1 |
| ULC (Professor-cum-Principal) | 1 | – | – | – |
| Zoology | – | – | 1 | – |
| Total (Professor) | 18 (1PWD)(W-5) | 9 (W-3) | 8 (W-2+1PWD) | 4 (W-2) |
Associate Professor Vacancies
| Department Name | UR | ST | SC | SEBC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A & A Economics | – | 1(W) | – | – |
| Anthropology | – | – | – | 1 |
| Biotechnology | 1(W) | 1 | – | – |
| Botany | – | – | 1 | – |
| Business Administration | 1 | 1PWD+1(W) | – | 1 |
| Chemistry | – | 1(W) | – | – |
| Commerce | 1 | – | 1 | 1(W) |
| Computer Science and Applications | 1 | 1 | – | – |
| English | 1(W) | 1(W) | 1 | – |
| Geography | 2 | 1(W) | – | 1 |
| Geology | – | – | 1(W) | – |
| History | – | 1 | – | – |
| L.L.M | 2 | – | 1 | 1 |
| Library & Information Science | – | 1(W) | – | – |
| Mathematics | 1+1(W) | – | 1(W) | – |
| Odia | 1(W) | 1 | – | 1(W)PWD |
| PM&IR | – | 1 | – | – |
| Physics | – | 1 | – | 1 |
| Political Science | 1(W) | – | 1 | – |
| Psychology | 2+1(W) | 2 | – | 1 |
| Public Administration | – | – | 1 | – |
| Sociology | 1 | 1 | – | – |
| Statistics | 1 | – | 1(W) | – |
| Zoology | – | 1 | – | – |
| Total (Associate Professor) | 18 (W-6) | 17 (W-6, PWD-1) | 9 (W-3) | 7 (W-1+1PWD) |
Assistant Professor Vacancies
| Department Name | UR | ST | SC | SEBC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.I.H.C.A. | 1(PWD)+1(W) | – | – | – |
| Anthropology | 1(W) | – | – | 1 |
| Biotechnology | 1 | – | – | – |
| Botany | 1 | – | 1 | 1(W) |
| Business Administration | 1+1(W) | 1 | 1 | – |
| Chemistry | 1(W) | 1+1(W) | – | – |
| Commerce | 3 | 1(W)(PWD) | 1 | – |
| Computer Science and Applications | 1 | – | – | – |
| English | – | – | – | 1(PWD) |
| Geology | 1 | – | – | 1(W) |
| History | – | 2 | – | – |
| Library & Information Science | 1 | – | – | 1 |
| Mathematics | – | 1(W) | – | – |
| Odia | 1(W) | – | – | – |
| PM&IR | 1 | – | – | – |
| Philosophy | – | 1 | – | – |
| Physics | 1+1(W) | – | – | 1 |
| Political Science | 1 | – | 1(W)PWD | – |
| Psychology | 2 | 1 | – | 1 |
| Sanskrit | 1(W) | – | – | 1(W) |
| Statistics | 1(W) | – | – | 1 |
| ULC | 2 | 1 | – | – |
| Zoology | 1+1(W) | – | – | 1 |
| Total (Assistant Professor) | 27 (W-9, PWD-1) | 10 (W-2+1PWD) | 4 (W-1PWD) | 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 by male candidates from the respective category. 4% of sanctioned posts shall be filled from the 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.
Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
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 before 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
| Post | Essential Qualifications & Experience |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor | As 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 a Ph.D. in the 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 a 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 a university/college as Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor or research experience at an equivalent level with evidence of successfully guiding a doctoral candidate. |
| Professor (Pay Level-14) – Option B | An 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). |
Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee
The 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.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / SEBC Candidates | 2000 |
| SC / ST / PWD / Women Candidates | 1000 |
Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
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 an 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
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
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 the total value each; more than two authors: 70% for the First/Principal/Corresponding author and 30% for each joint author.
How to Apply for Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website of Utkal University at https://hims.odisha.gov.in.
- Click on the “Apply Online” or “New Registration” link.
- Complete the registration with your personal details and get a Registration ID.
- Fill in the application form with educational, personal, and contact details.
- Upload your photograph and signature as per specifications.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference.
💡 Expert Tip: Ensure that all uploaded documents are clear and within the specified file size limits to avoid application rejection.
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 a 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 an 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 domiciled/permanent residents of Odisha for availing reservation benefits.
- Candidates should produce all self-attested documents at the time of the interview; only the HIMS portal downloaded application form is acceptable for a hard copy.
- No TA/DA shall be paid to candidates for attending the interview.
- Canvassing in any form will be subject to the disqualification of candidature.
- The University reserves the right not to fill any or all 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 the Govt. of Odisha, as notified from time to time.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Download Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Download Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Visit Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply?
Ans. The last date to apply is 20/06/2026 as per the official notification.
Q2. How many vacancies are available?
Ans. There are 141 total vacancies as per the official notification.
Q3. What is the application fee for General candidates?
Ans. The application fee for General candidates is Rs. 2000 as per the official notification.
Q4. Where can I find the official notification?
Ans. The official notification can be found on the Utkal University website or through the provided links.
Q5. What is the selection process for these positions?
Ans. The selection process includes application screening and an interview as per UGC Notification 18th July 2018.
Q6. Is there any age limit for applicants?
Ans. Yes, candidates above 60 years of age are not eligible to apply as per the official notification.
Q7. How can I apply for more than one post?
Ans. Candidates must apply separately for each post and pay the applicable fee for each application.
