OSOU Associate Professor Recruitment 2026

About This Job

Odisha State Open University (OSOU), Sambalpur is hiring 7 Associate Professors on a regular basis across 7 departments. If you have a Ph.D degree with a Master's at 55% marks and 8 years of teaching/research experience with at least 7 publications, you can apply online. The last date to apply online is 15 June 2026 (midnight). Salary is Rs. 1,31,400 per month (Pay Level 13A) plus allowances.

Odisha State Open University (OSOU) Associate Professor Recruitment 2026 - 7 Posts

Odisha State Open University, a Government of Odisha state university located at Badsinghari, Goshala Chowk, Sambalpur, has released advertisement dated 05.05.2026 for filling up 7 regular Associate Professor posts in the departments of BBA (Business Administration), Commerce, Economics, English, History, Odia and Political Science. This advertisement supersedes all previous advertisements issued in this regard. The selection is based on academic score and interview — there is no written exam.

Vacancy Breakdown by Department

• BBA (Business Administration): 1 post (UR) — Advt No. OSOU/ASOP/2026/BBA/01
• Commerce: 1 post (ST) — Advt No. OSOU/ASOP/2026/COM/01
• Economics: 1 post (UR) — Advt No. OSOU/ASOP/2026/ECO/01
• English: 1 post (SC) — Advt No. OSOU/ASOP/2026/ENG/01
• History: 1 post UR(W) — Advt No. OSOU/ASOP/2026/HIS/01
• Odia: 1 post (SEBC) — Advt No. OSOU/ASOP/2026/OD/01
• Political Science: 1 post (UR) — Advt No. OSOU/ASOP/2026/PS/01

Who Can Apply?

• Academic Record: A good academic record with a Ph.D degree in the concerned, allied or relevant disciplines
• Master's Degree: Master's degree with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade). The 5% relaxation in marks applicable for Assistant Professor also applies here
• Experience: A minimum of 8 years of teaching and/or research experience in an academic/research position equivalent to that of Assistant Professor in a University, College or Accredited Research Institution/industry
• Publications: A minimum of 7 publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals
• Research Score: A total research score of 75 marks as per the criteria in Appendix II, Table 2 of UGC Regulation No. F.1-2/2017(EC/PS) dated 18 July 2018 (capping for each category shall be applicable)

Age Limit

• No minimum age specified
• Maximum age: 60 years — candidates above 60 years are not eligible
• Age and eligibility will be considered as on the closing date of online application (15 June 2026)

Salary

• Pay Level 13A as per 7th CPC — entry pay Rs. 1,31,400 per month
• You will also get DA, HRA, TA and other allowances as sanctioned by the Government of Odisha from time to time
• Present superannuation age is 60 years

Application Fee

• General category: Rs. 500
• SC / ST / SEBC / PwD candidates: Rs. 300
• Women candidates: As per their respective category (Rs. 500 for General, Rs. 300 for others)
• Payment mode: Online only, non-refundable
• Candidates applying for more than one post must apply separately and pay the fee for each post

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

Applications received by the due date will be screened in 3 stages:

1. Level 1 Scrutiny: Verification of NET/Ph.D/SET/SLET, minimum experience, date of birth, age, caste, PwD and sport credentials
2. Level 2 Scrutiny: Score check based on UGC Appendix II, Table 2 (for Associate Professor)
3. Level 3 Scrutiny: Overall evaluation
4. Shortlisting: A maximum of 15 candidates for a single post (1:10 ratio for multiple posts) are called for interview
5. Interview (50 marks): Domain Knowledge (15) + Affective Domain (10) + Research Contributions (10) + Communication Skill (5) + Future Vision (5) + Emerging Technology in Teaching (5). Minimum 25 marks required to qualify
6. PPT Presentation: Candidates must bring an 8-slide PPT (Arial Black, 24pt) covering subject domain, practical skills, Vikshit Odisha/Bharat vision, AI in pedagogy, research projects, consultancy, collaborations and employability

How to Apply

1. Go to the HIMS recruitment portal at himsrecruitment.odisha.gov.in from 11 May 2026 onwards
2. Register yourself and fill in the online application form
3. Upload self-attested copies of documents, certificates and a photograph (JPEG, less than 200KB)
4. Pay the application processing fee online (Rs. 500 General / Rs. 300 SC/ST/SEBC/PwD)
5. Submit the online application before 15 June 2026 (midnight) and take a printout
6. Send the hard copy through Speed Post only (courier and hand delivery not accepted) to: The Registrar, Odisha State Open University, At-Badsinghari, P.O- Goshala Chowk, Sambalpur, PIN- 768024 (Odisha) so as to reach by 22 June 2026 (5:30 PM)
7. The envelope must be superscribed "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ............" along with the advertisement number and date

In-service candidates must forward the application through proper channel along with NOC, or submit an advance copy ensuring proper channel forwarding before the last date.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 05 May 2026
• Online Application Start: 11 May 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 15 June 2026 (midnight)
• Last Date for Hard Copy by Speed Post: 22 June 2026 (5:30 PM)
• Interview Date: To be announced on the university website

• Teach undergraduate, postgraduate and open distance learning students in the assigned department
• Develop self-learning materials, video lectures and study modules for distance education
• Guide research scholars working towards M.Phil and Ph.D degrees
• Publish quality research papers in peer-reviewed and UGC-listed journals
• Lead research projects, consultancy and outreach activities for the university
• Participate in academic committees, Board of Studies and university administrative work
• Mentor junior faculty members and contribute to curriculum design
• Organise seminars, workshops and conferences to promote Vikshit Odisha and Vikshit Bharat