By Mukesh 
Utkal University Assistant Professor, Associate Professor & Professor Recruitment 2026: Get the latest Utkal University recruitment notification 2026 for 141 faculty vacancies (39 Professor, 51 Associate Professor, 51 Assistant Professor) across various departments under Utkal University, Vani Vihar, Bhubaneswar. The online application process starts on 19th May 2026 and the last date to submit the online application is 20th June 2026. Find Utkal University vacancies across departments at the official website utkaluniversity.ac.in. You can also get Free Job Alert of “Upcoming Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026” notifications for freshers and experienced candidates. Also know the direct official link for Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026 apply online from the University career page.
Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Utkal University, Vani Vihar, Bhubaneswar has officially released three separate recruitment notifications dated 18.05.2026 for the posts of Professor (Estt-1/1041-Vol(IV)/No. 5793), Associate Professor (Estt-1/1041-Vol(IV)/No. 5792), and Assistant Professor (Estt-I/1041(Vol-IV) No. 5791) inviting applications from eligible Indian Citizens and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) as per UGC eligibility criteria (UGC Notification 18th July 2018 and subsequent amendments) to fill up regular faculty positions (including backlog vacancies) across 23–27 departments. The notification includes complete details on vacancies, eligibility, selection process, application fee, and general instructions. Candidates are strongly advised to download and read the full notification before applying online.
Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026 Overview
Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
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 (Total: 39 | UR-18 (1PWD)(W-5) | ST-9 (W-3) | SC-8 (W-2+1PWD) | SEBC-4 (W-2))
Associate Professor Vacancies (Total: 51 | UR-18 (W-6) | ST-17 (W-6, PWD-1) | SC-9 (W-3) | SEBC-7 (W-1+1PWD))
Assistant Professor Vacancies (Total: 51 | UR-27 (W-9, PWD-1) | ST-10 (W-2+1PWD) | SC-4 (W-1PWD) | SEBC-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 up by male candidates from the respective category. 4% of sanctioned posts shall be filled from 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.
PwBD Reserved Sub-Categories
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 prior to 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
Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee
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.
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 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
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 total value each; more than two authors: 70% for First/Principal/Corresponding author and 30% for each joint author.
How to Apply for Utkal University Faculty Recruitment 2026
Applications must be submitted online through the HIMS Portal (https://hims.odisha.gov.in) which will be available from 19.05.2026. Candidates must complete the application in all respects and upload all supporting documents on or before 20.06.2026. Candidates applying for more than one post must apply online separately for each post, paying application fee for each application. The online application can be filled in multiple sessions. No other format of application or CV will be accepted by email or any other means.
In addition, a hard copy of the downloaded and submitted application along with all relevant documents must be sent only via Speed Post/Registered Post to: The Registrar, Utkal University, Vani Vihar, Bhubaneswar, District-Khordha, Odisha–751004 on or before 29.06.2026. Courier/ordinary post/hand delivery will not be accepted. The envelope must be superscribed “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF [PROFESSOR/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/ASSISTANT PROFESSOR]” along with Advertisement No. and Date.
Documents to be Submitted (Hard Copy along with Online Application):
- Self-attested copies of all documents as per the application form, placed with serial numbers matching the form
- Matriculation/SSC certificate or equivalent (Date of Birth proof – only this document accepted)
- Master’s Degree certificate and marksheets; Ph.D. award letter
- Experience certificates with evidence of research/teaching as required
- All publications with supporting documents (self-attested); no claim without supporting evidence will be counted
- Valid caste certificate (SC/ST/SEBC) issued by competent authority in prescribed Odisha Government format
- Disability Certificate issued by competent authority in the format prescribed by Government of Odisha (for PwBD candidates)
- NOC from employer / copy of application forwarded through proper channel (for Govt./PSU/Autonomous Body employees)
- Photograph in JPEG format (less than 200kb); documents in PDF/image format (clearly readable)
Apply Online at: https://hims.odisha.gov.in
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 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 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 domiciles/permanent residents of Odisha for availing reservation benefits.
- Candidates should produce all self-attested documents at the time of interview; only the HIMS portal downloaded application form is acceptable for hardcopy.
- No TA/DA shall be paid to candidates for attending the interview.
- Canvassing in any form will be subject to disqualification of candidature.
- The University reserves the right not to fill up any or some 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 Govt. of Odisha, as notified from time to time.