Rajendra University Balangir Recruitment 2026 - Walk-in Interview for Assistant Professor/Guest Faculty, Salary, Eligibility

Rajendra University Balangir Recruitment 2026 - Walk-in Interview for Assistant Professor/Guest Faculty, Salary, Eligibility

Recruitment Overview

Rajendra University, Balangir, Odisha, has released an official notification for the recruitment of 16 posts of Assistant Professor/Guest Faculty on a temporary engagement basis. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with M.Phil/Ph.D degrees to join a government university in Odisha.

This recruitment process involves a Walk-in-Interview and does not involve a preliminary or mains written examination. Selection is based on academic merit, teaching demonstration, and a viva voce round as per UGC guidelines.

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details

The total of 16 vacancies are distributed across various departments. Detailed breakdown is provided below:

Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)

1. Educational Qualification

• Qualifications for faculties shall be prescribed by UGC (University Grants Commission) guidelines.
• For Assistant Professor (Guest Faculty): M.Phil./Ph.D. degree in the relevant subject is preferred.
• Candidates without Ph.D. qualification are eligible for specific engagement levels (subject to UGC rules), but the honorarium differs (see Salary section).

2. Age Limit

• The engaged retired faculties may continue teaching until they attain 70 years of age.
• Subject to periodical review of satisfactory performance.

3. Mandatory Requirements

• Original certificates/testimonials must be presented at the time of the interview.
• Valid Photo ID (Aadhar, Voter ID, Driving License, or Passport) is mandatory.

Selection Process & Structure

Since this is a university-level direct recruitment, the selection is based on a scoring system involving Academic performance, a Demonstration Class, and a Viva Voce. No written CBT/OMR exam is conducted.

Selection Stages

1. Screening: Based on educational qualifications and experience.
2. Demonstration Class: 10-minute teaching demo on a topic from the CBCS Model UG syllabus.
3. Viva Voce: Interview round.

Merit Calculation Parameters

The merit list is prepared based on the following marks allocation:

Salary / Honorarium

Selected candidates will receive a monthly honorarium based on their qualifications and the nature of engagement:

• Guest Faculty / Retired Asst. Professors with Ph.D Degree: Engaged for PG courses against the post of Assistant Professor.
  
  Rate: Rs. 1,000/- per class (Max 60 classes/month)
  
  Maximum Salary: Rs. 60,000/-




• Guest Faculty / Retired Asst. Professors (Without Ph.D Degree): Engaged for UG/PG courses.
  
  Rate: Rs. 750/- per class (Max 60 classes/month)
  
  Maximum Salary: Rs. 45,000/-

Application Fee

As per the official advertisement: No application fee is charged for attending the walk-in-interview.

How to Apply (Walk-in-Interview Instructions)

Interested candidates must follow these steps to attend the interview:

1. Prepare Documents: Gather all original academic certificates, mark sheets, experience certificates, and two sets of self-attested photocopies.
2. Update Resume: Download the specific resume format from the university website (www.rajendrauniversity.ac.in).
3. Report to Venue: Candidates must report at Hall No. 57 between 09:00 AM and 11:30 AM.
4. Carry ID: Bring a valid Photo ID (Aadhar, Voter ID, Passport, etc.).
5. Attend Interview: The Walk-in-Interview is scheduled for 18 February 2026 (Wednesday).

Important Dates

• Walk-in-Interview Date: 18 February 2026
• Reporting Time: 09:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Important Links Section

• Download Official Notification PDF
• Visit Official Website
• Rajendra University Website