Odisha State Open University | Teaching | Associate Professor Recruitment 2026 | Apply Online

The recruitment is being conducted for seven departments under different reservation categories.

Organization Details

University Name: Odisha State Open University

Location: Sambalpur, Odisha, India

Organization Type: State Government Open University

Post Type: Regular Teaching Position

Post Name: Associate Professor

Total Vacancies: A total of 7 Associate Professor posts are available.

Department Category

Pay Scale

Pay Level: 13A

As per 7th CPC

Eligibility Criteria

Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks

Ph.D. Degree in the relevant discipline

Minimum 8 years of teaching/research experience equivalent to Assistant Professor level

At least 7 research publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals

Minimum research score of 75 as per UGC Regulations 2018

Age Limit

Candidates above 60 years are not eligible

Important Dates

Online Application Start Date: 11 May 2026

Last Date to Apply Online: 15 June 2026 (Midnight)

Last Date for Hard Copy Submission: 22 June 2026 (05:30 PM)

Application Fee

Women candidates must pay fees according to their reservation category.

Official Websites: https://www.osou.ac.in/

Odisha HIMS Recruitment Portal: https://himsrecruitment.odisha.gov.in/home

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