Berhampur University Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 95 Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor Posts

Berhampur University (BU) Faculty Recruitment 2026 Notification for Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor has been released on 28 April 2026 on the official website www.buodisha.edu.in. A total of 95 vacancies have been announced through the BU Faculty Recruitment 2026 across various PG Departments and Lingaraj Law College. Candidates below 60 years who have essential qualifications as per UGC Regulations (Master’s/Ph.D./NET/SLET/SET as applicable) are eligible to apply for these teaching vacancies. The online application process for BU Faculty Recruitment 2026 has started on 07 May 2026 and will remain open until 10 June 2026. Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply online through the direct links provided below .

Berhampur University Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF

Berhampur University has officially released three separate Recruitment Notifications dated 28/04/2026 for recruitment to 95 posts of teaching faculty positions across various PG Departments and Lingaraj Law College of Berhampur University, Bhanja Bihar, Berhampur-760007 (Ganjam), Odisha. The recruitment is conducted as per UGC eligibility criteria (UGC Notification 18th July 2018) and includes backlog vacancies. The notifications include complete details on vacancies, eligibility, selection process, application instructions, and department-wise vacancy breakdown. Candidates are strongly advised to download and read the full notification before applying online. The notification PDFs are available on the official Berhampur University website and applications are accepted through HIMS Portal only.

Berhampur University Recruitment 2026 Overview

Berhampur University Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Berhampur University Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details

A total of 95 vacancies have been announced for teaching faculty positions across three levels (Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor) in various PG Departments and Lingaraj Law College of Berhampur University. The recruitment includes regular faculty positions and backlog vacancies as per UGC eligibility criteria (UGC Notification 18th July 2018). Reservation is applicable as per Government of Odisha norms.

Post-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Professor – Department-Wise & Category-Wise Vacancy (19 Posts)

Associate Professor – Department-Wise & Category-Wise Vacancy (38 Posts)

Assistant Professor – Department-Wise & Category-Wise Vacancy (38 Posts)

Note: (W) = Preferably Women Candidate; UR = Unreserved, SC = Scheduled Caste, ST = Scheduled Tribe, SEBC = Socially and Educationally Backward Classes

Berhampur University Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the closing date of online application submission (10-06-2026, Midnight). The educational qualification must be from a recognized University established under Central Act, Provincial Act, State Act or an Institution recognized by the UGC. Qualifications and selections are as per UGC Regulations Notification No. F.1-2/2017(EC/PS), 18th July 2018 and as amended from time to time. Candidates above 60 years are not eligible to apply.

Essential Qualification for Professor (Pay Level-14 as per 7th CPC)

Eligibility (A or B):

Option A:

• An eminent scholar having a Ph.D. degree in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline and published work of high quality, actively engaged in research with evidence of published work with minimum of 10 research publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals and a total research score of 120 as per the criteria given in Appendix II, Table 2 of UGC Regulation No. F.1-2/2017(EC/PS), 18th July 2018
• A minimum of ten years of teaching experience in university/college as Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor, and/or research experience at equivalent level at the University/National Level Institutions with evidence of having successfully guided doctoral candidate

Option B:

• An outstanding professional, having a Ph.D. degree in the relevant/allied/applied disciplines, from any academic institutions (not included in A above) / industry, who has made significant contribution to the knowledge in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline, supported by documentary evidence provided he/she has ten years’ experience

Essential Qualification for Associate Professor (Pay Level-13A as per 7th CPC)

• A good academic record, with a Ph.D. Degree in the concerned/allied/relevant disciplines
• A Master’s Degree with 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed) in a concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University or an equivalent degree from foreign University
• For SC/ST/Non-Creamy layer OBC/Differently abled candidates, the requirement at master level is 50%. Relaxation of 5% in marks is also applicable to Ph.D. degree holder who completed master degree prior to 19 September, 1991
• A minimum of eight years of experience of teaching and/or research in an academic/research position equivalent to that of Assistant Professor in a University, College or Accredited Research Institution/industry with minimum of seven publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals and a total research score of Seventy-five (75) as per the criteria given in Appendix II, Table 2 of UGC Regulation No. F.1-2/2017(EC/PS), 18th July 2018

Essential Qualification for Assistant Professor (Pay Level-10 as per 7th CPC)

Eligibility (A or B):

Option A:

• A Master’s Degree with 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed) in a concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University or an equivalent degree from foreign University
• For SC/ST/Non-Creamy layer OBC/Differently abled candidates, the requirement at master level is 50%. Relaxation of 5% in marks is also applicable to Ph.D. degree holder who completed master degree prior to 19 September, 1991
• Must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC or the CSIR or a similar test accredited by the UGC like SLET/SET
• Candidates who are or have been awarded a Ph.D. Degree in accordance with the University Grants Commission (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of M.Phil./Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, 2009 or 2016 and their amendments are exempted from NET/SLET/SET
• As per UGC Notification dated 30th June 2023: “NET/SET/SLET shall be the minimum criteria for the direct recruitment to the post of Assistant Professor for all Higher Education Institution”

Option B:

• The Ph.D degree has been obtained from a foreign university/institution with a ranking among top 500 in the World University Ranking (at any time) by any one of the following: (i) Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) (ii) the Times Higher Education (THE) or (iii) the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) of the Shanghai Jiao Tong University (Shanghai)

Berhampur University Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit

Candidates above 60 years will not be eligible to apply. The superannuation age is presently 60 years as per Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha norms. Only matriculation/SSC certificate/pass certificate issued by the concerned educational board will be considered as proof of date of birth.

Berhampur University Recruitment 2026 – Salary & Allowances

Pay and other allowances applicable to the faculty members will be admissible as sanctioned by the Government of Odisha from time to time. The pay structure is as per the 7th Central Pay Commission and approved by Government of Odisha. Appointment to the posts will be made as per the University Act and Statute.

Berhampur University Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee

The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online as per the bank details given in the online portal (HIMS). Candidates applying for more than one post will have to apply separately for each post and pay application fee for each post. Applications without applicable fee will be summarily rejected.

Important Notes on Application Fee:

• No fee is required for SC/ST and Women candidates
• Fee must be paid online only
• Fee is non-refundable
• Separate fee for each post if applying for multiple posts

Berhampur University Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process

The selection process for Berhampur University Recruitment 2026 consists of Screening/Scrutiny of applications followed by Interview. The Screening/Scrutiny and subsequent selection will be as per the UGC Notification 18th July 2018 and supported by the Act and Statute of the University. The selection committee composition will be as per UGC Notification 18th July 2018.

Selection Process Steps:

1. Application Screening/Scrutiny: Applications received by due date will be screened/scrutinized as per UGC norms
2. Shortlisting:

   • For single post: Maximum 15 candidates will be called for interview
   • For multiple posts: Candidates will be called in the ratio of 1:10 as per the scores secured during scrutiny
   • Shortlisting as per UGC Notification 18th July 2018 (Table 3A of Appendix-II for Assistant Professor and Table 2 of Appendix-II for Associate Professor and Professor)

3. Display of List: List of eligible and ineligible candidates will be displayed on the website
4. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview with mandatory PPT presentation

Interview Evaluation Criteria:

The candidate will be judged holistically:

• Cognitive Domain: Knowledge in the subject’s domain
• Psychomotor Domain: Experience and skill
• Affective Domain: Received and response to question, confidence etc.
• Vision & Strength: To empower the students for developed Odisha and Vikashit Bharat including Aatmanirbhar Bharat

Mandatory PPT Presentation for Interview (9 Slides Only):

PPT Format Requirements:

• Font size: Arial Black, 24
• No introduction and thank you slide
• Candidates will be stopped after 9th slide
• No extra slide(s) will be allowed

Documents Required at Interview:

• Candidates must bring original documents of all certificates/Publications/Grade Cards etc. submitted along with application form

How to Apply for Berhampur University Recruitment 2026

Applications must be submitted online only through the HIMS Portal (https://hims.odisha.gov.in/) which will be available from 07.05.2026 onwards. No other mode of application will be accepted. The online portal is active from 07-05-2026 to 10-06-2026 (Midnight). In addition to online submission, a hard copy of the downloaded submitted application along with all relevant documents must be sent via Speed Post to reach the Registrar on or before 20.06.2026.

Steps to Apply Online:

1. Step 1: Visit HIMS Portal – Go to https://hims.odisha.gov.in/ (portal available from 07.05.2026)
2. Step 2: Register/Login – Create account or login if already registered
3. Step 3: Fill Online Application – Complete application form with all required details (can be filled in multiple sessions)
4. Step 4: Upload Documents – Upload soft copy of documents in PDF/image format with proper readability:

   • Photograph in JPEG format (size less than 200 kb)
   • All supporting documents in PDF/image format
   • Self-attested certificates

5. Step 5: Pay Application Fee – Pay non-refundable fee online as per category
6. Step 6: Submit Online Application – Complete and submit application before 10.06.2026 (Midnight)
7. Step 7: Download Submitted Application – Download PDF format of submitted application
8. Step 8: Send Hard Copy via Speed Post – Send hard copy of downloaded application along with self-attested documents via Speed Post to:

   The Registrar, Berhampur University, Bhanja Bihar, Berhampur, Ganjam-760007 Must reach on or before 20.06.2026

Important Points for Application:

• Candidates applying for more than one post must apply separately for each post and pay application fee for each post
• The online application can be filled in multiple sessions
• Persons employed in Government/Public Sector Enterprise/Autonomous bodies should forward copy through proper channel or furnish No Objection Certificate (NOC)
• The envelope containing hard copy must be superscribed “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ” along with advertisement No and Date
• Courier, ordinary post, and hand delivery not accepted for hard copy submission
• No hard copy will be considered if the applicant fails to submit online application by closing date
• Hard copy of application of applicants who have applied online before closing date will be accepted if it reaches by 20.06.2026

Documents to be Uploaded with Online Application:

• Recent passport size photograph (JPEG format, less than 200 kb)
• Signature (scanned)
• Matriculation/SSC certificate (for date of birth proof)
• Master’s Degree certificate and mark sheets
• Ph.D. degree certificate (as applicable)
• NET/SLET/SET certificate (for Assistant Professor)
• Category certificates (SC/ST/SEBC as per Govt. of Odisha format)
• Disability certificate issued by competent authority (for PWD category)
• Experience certificates
• Publication certificates/proof
• NOC from current employer (if in service)
• Any other relevant certificates mentioned in notification

Apply Online at: https://hims.odisha.gov.in/

Important Instructions for Berhampur University Recruitment 2026 Candidates

• Eligibility of a candidate and satisfaction of any other short-listing criteria shall be considered as on closing date of submission of online application (10.06.2026 Midnight)
• Only matriculation/SSC certificate/pass certificate issued by the concerned educational board will be considered as proof of date of birth. No other document will be accepted
• Candidates above 60 years will not be eligible to apply
• Exchange of reservation is not permitted
• The period spent by candidates to acquire M.Phil. and/or Ph.D. degree shall not be considered as research experience
• As per UGC communication dated 1 March 2016, a certificate from the employer/head of Institution/University mentioning that the period of active service spent on pursuing Research Degree (Ph.D.) simultaneously without taking any leave may be counted as teaching experience for Associate Professor and above
• If more than one application is submitted by the candidate for the same post, only the application submitted later within the last date of submission shall be considered. Application in part is not acceptable
• Incomplete application form in any respect and/or not in the prescribed proforma or/and without required documents will not be entertained and will be rejected without assigning any reason
• Application without signature will not be considered and rejected without refund of application processing fee
• No TA/DA shall be paid to the candidates for attending the interview
• Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification
• The prescribed qualifications and experience are minimum and mere possessing the same does not entitle the candidate to be called for interview. The University will have the right to restrict and shortlist most suitable candidates
• The University reserves the right not to fill up any or some of the vacancies advertised without assigning any reason
• The University reserves the right to revise/reschedule/cancel/suspend the advertisement/recruitment process without assigning any reason
• In case of any inadvertent mistake in the process of selection, which might be detected at any stage even after issue of appointment letter, the University reserves the right to modify/withdraw/cancel any communication made to the candidate(s)
• While applying, the applicant should ensure that he/she fulfils the eligibility and other conditions/norms. In case it is detected at any stage that the candidate has furnished incorrect/false information or suppressed facts, the appointment/service will be terminated
• No request for change of post(s) and update of new information in the application form will be entertained after the last date of application
• In cases of any disputes, any suits or legal proceedings against the University, the jurisdiction shall be restricted to the Courts in Berhampur, Odisha which is the headquarters of the University
• Any change or amendment in this advertisement shall be displayed on the University website only. Candidates are advised to visit University website regularly and remain updated
• For references, UGC NORMS (wherever applicable and as amended from time to time) may be downloaded from UGC websites
• Candidates are advised to visit the website www.buodisha.edu.in regularly for updated information regarding eligible/ineligible list, interview schedule, results, and other notifications

Berhampur University Recruitment 2026 – Important Links