OUAT Recruitment 2026: 52 Professor, Associate Director of Research & Equivalent – Apply Offline @ ouat.ac.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Note: Vacancies are distributed across multiple departments as per the notification.

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

For Professor:

• Bachelor's Degree in concerned subject with at least 55% marks or equivalent OGPA.
• Master's Degree in concerned subject with at least 55% marks or equivalent OGPA.
• Ph.D. Degree in the concerned subject.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in teaching/research/extension education, with at least 2 years as Associate Professor or equivalent.

For Associate Director of Research:

• Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture with at least 55% marks or equivalent OGPA.
• Master's Degree in Agriculture with at least 55% marks.
• Ph.D. Degree in any subject of Agriculture Science.
• Minimum 10 years of experience, with at least 2 years as Associate Professor or equivalent.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

The selection process will be based on:

• Academic Qualification assessment
• Experience evaluation
• Teaching, Research & Extension evaluation
• Publications and Technologies evaluation
• Competitive Research Projects Handled
• Recognition
• Interview

Note: No Travel Allowance (TA) or Dearness Allowance (DA) will be paid for attending the selection process.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth
• All Degree and Consolidated Mark Sheets (Relevant Qualifications)
• Experience Certificates on Official Letterhead (if applicable)
• Valid Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government prescribed format (if applicable)
• Two recent passport-size photographs & Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)
• Self-attested copies of all documents
• Completed application form as per notification format

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for OUAT Recruitment 2026?

The last date for receipt of applications is 28 October 2026.

How can I apply for the Professor posts at OUAT?

Applications must be submitted offline by sending the completed application form via Speed Post or Registered Post to the address mentioned in the notification.

What is the application fee for OUAT Recruitment?

The application fee is Rs. 1500/- for all candidates, regardless of category.

Is this a permanent government job?

Yes, the posts are permanent and full-time under the Odisha University of Agriculture & Technology.

What is the salary for the Professor posts?

The salary is Rs. 1,44,200/- per month at Pay Level-14, Cell-1, along with usual Dearness Allowance and other allowances.

Where can I download the official notification PDF?

You can download the official notification from the OUAT Professor Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF.