Utkal University Recruitment 2026 for 141 Faculty Posts – Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor – Apply Online @ utkaluniversity.ac.in

Table of Contents

• Overview
• Vacancy Details
• Eligibility Criteria
• How to Apply
• FAQs

Utkal University Recruitment 2026: Golden Opportunity for Faculty Jobs in Odisha

Utkal University, Vani Vihar, Bhubaneswar, has released the Latest Government Jobs Notification 2026 for 141 faculty vacancies across Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor posts. This is a Sarkari Naukri opportunity under the Uttar Pradesh Government Jobs category (correction: Odisha State Government). Apply online for Utkal University Vacancy 2026 via the HIMS Portal. The Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026 offers job security, 7th CPC pay scales, and career growth in a prestigious central university.

Why Apply for Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026?

• Job Security: Permanent government faculty position under a central university.
• Pay Scale: Professor (Level-14), Associate Professor (Level-13A) as per 7th CPC; Assistant Professor as per UGC norms.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for research, promotions, and national/international collaborations.
• Reservation Benefits: Horizontal reservation for Women and PwBD within each category.

Detailed Vacancy Breakdown for Utkal University Recruitment 2026

A total of 141 faculty vacancies are announced across three posts. The distribution includes UR, ST, SC, and SEBC categories with horizontal reservation.

For detailed department-wise breakdown, refer to the Official Notification PDF.

Eligibility Criteria for Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026

Candidates must fulfill eligibility as on 20-06-2026. Open to Indian Citizens and OCIs.

Assistant Professor

• Master's Degree with 55% marks (5% relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD).
• NET/SET/SLET or Ph.D. as per UGC Notification 18th July 2018.

Associate Professor

• Ph.D. in concerned discipline.
• Master's with 55% marks.
• 8 years teaching/research experience with 7 publications and research score 75.

Professor

• Ph.D. with 10 publications and research score 120.
• 10 years teaching/research experience with guided doctoral candidates.

How to Apply for Utkal University Vacancy 2026

Apply online via HIMS Portal (https://hims.odisha.gov.in) from 19th May to 20th June 2026.

1. Visit HIMS Portal and register.
2. Fill application form and upload documents.
3. Pay application fee online (General/SEBC: Rs. 2000; SC/ST/PWD/Women: Rs. 1000).
4. Submit hard copy via Speed Post to Registrar, Utkal University, by 29th June 2026.

Direct Apply Link: Apply Online Here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The last date for online application is 20th June 2026.

There are 141 vacancies: 39 Professor, 51 Associate Professor, 51 Assistant Professor.

Rs. 1000 for SC/ST/PWD/Women candidates.

Yes, as per UGC norms, NET/SET/SLET or Ph.D. is required.

Screening followed by interview with PPT presentation as per UGC Notification 18th July 2018.

Yes, eligible Indian Citizens and OCIs can apply.

To The Registrar, Utkal University, Vani Vihar, Bhubaneswar, Odisha – 751004 by 29th June 2026.

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