Guest Faculty (Assistant Professor) Recruitment 2026

Utkal University

Total Vacancies

Job Location

Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India

Apply Deadline

21 Aug 2026

🚫 Applications Closed 📄 View PDF Notification

📋 Recruitment Overview

Organization	Utkal University (Utkal University)
Job Category	Teaching
Eligibility Qualification	Bachelor's Degree (bachelors-degree), Master's Degree (masters-degree), Ph.D. (phd)
Number of Vacancies	14 Posts
Salary / Pay Scale	₹45,000 - ₹60,000 Per Month
Age Limits	Maximum 70 Years
Gender Eligibility	both
Experience Required	Teaching experience preferred, especially for retired faculty.
Application Fee	- No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.

📄 Details & Description

- Utkal University invites applications for 14 Guest Faculty (Assistant Professor) positions across various departments.
- Temporary positions with flexible eligibility criteria, including provisions for retired faculty.
- Competitive salary structure: Rs. 1,000 per class (max Rs. 60,000/month) for Ph.D. holders and Rs. 750 per class (max Rs. 45,000/month) for others.
- Offline application process with a deadline of 21-08-2026.
- Opportunity for academic professionals to contribute to Utkal University's teaching programs.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

- Ph.D. Degree required for PG courses as per UGC Guidelines, 2018.
- Candidates without Ph.D. can apply for PG/UG courses.
- Teaching experience preferred, especially for retired professors/associate professors/assistant professors.
- Retired faculty may continue till 70 years of age, subject to satisfactory performance review.

⚙️ Selection Process

- Application screening based on eligibility and qualifications.
- Shortlisted candidates may be called for an interview (implied from context).
- Final selection based on interview performance and document verification.

🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations

All (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS eligible as per government norms).

📂 Required Documents

- Duly filled application form (downloaded from official website).
- Self-attested copies of educational certificates and mark sheets.
- Proof of identity (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, etc.).
- Passport-sized photograph and signature.
- Experience certificates (if applicable).
- Caste certificate (if applicable).
- No-objection certificate (if currently employed).

💳 Application Fee Details

- No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the last date to apply for Utkal University Guest Faculty posts?

The last date for submitting the offline application for the Utkal University Guest Faculty (Assistant Professor) posts is 21st August 2026.

Q. How many vacancies are available for Guest Faculty positions?

There are a total of 14 vacancies announced for the Guest Faculty (Assistant Professor) positions across various departments at Utkal University.

Q. What is the educational qualification required for the Guest Faculty posts?

The educational qualification required is a Ph.D. Degree for PG courses, or candidates without a Ph.D. qualification can apply for PG/UG courses, as per UGC Guidelines, 2018.

Q. What is the salary structure for the Guest Faculty positions?

For Ph.D. holders, the salary is Rs. 1000/- per class (max Rs. 60,000/- per month), and for others, it is Rs. 750/- per class (max Rs. 45,000/- per month).

Q. Is there any age limit for retired faculty applying for these posts?

Yes, retired faculties can continue to serve until 70 years of age, provided their performance is satisfactory and subject to periodical review.