| Online Application Starts | Active and Open Now |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 25 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 25 November 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | Available before exam |
| Written Exam / CBT Date | To be notified |
Gen / SEBC: Rs. 1,000 | SC / ST / PwD: Rs. 500
Payment Mode: Online (Net Banking, Debit / Credit Card, or UPI).
Maximum 42 years as on 25 November 2026
Age relaxation provided for SC, ST, OBC, PwD as per Government norms.
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Odisha University of Agriculture & Technology issued notification E-II-II-09/2026/17387/UAT for 23 faculty openings.
Candidates can apply for teaching cadres across Agronomy, Horticulture, and other agricultural departments. You'll need to submit your hard copy forms directly to the university headquarters.
Don't wait until the last week to dispatch your envelope.
| Parameter | Official Notification Specification |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Odisha University of Agriculture & Technology |
| Post Designation | Assistant Professor and Associate Professor |
| Total Openings | 23 Vacancies |
| Remuneration / Pay Scale | Cell-1, Level-10 (Rs. 57,700) / Level-13A (Rs. 1,31,400) |
| Place of Posting | Bhubaneswar, Odisha |
| Age Limit Benchmark | Maximum 42 years as on 25 November 2026 |
| Educational Qualification | Master's Degree with 55% Marks, NET or Ph.D. in relevant discipline |
| Selection Mode | Academic Screening and Personal Interview |
| Application Deadline | 25 November 2026 |
| Official Board Portal | ouat.ac.in |
Keep a close eye on the calendar. Late postal deliveries won't be accepted under any circumstances.
The offline receipt counter shuts on 25 November 2026. Interview dates will be announced after initial document screening.
| Recruitment Event | Important Date / Deadline |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release | October 2026 |
| Offline Application Opening Date | Active and Open Now |
| Application Fee Payment Deadline | 25 November 2026 |
| Offline Application Closing Date | 25 November 2026 |
| Interview Call Letter Release | To be announced |
| Document Verification and Interview | To be scheduled |
The drive covers 23 positions distributed among various agricultural specializations. Assistant Professor in Agronomy has 3 seats, while Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry has 1 seat.
Relaxation and quota rosters follow Odisha state reservation rules. General, SEBC, SC, ST, and PwD positions are marked as per statutory requirements.
| Cadre / Candidate Category | Vacancy Allocation | Reservation Quota Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) / General | 10 Posts | Open Merit Allocation |
| Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) | 3 Posts | State Statutory Reservation |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 Posts | State Statutory Reservation |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 Posts | State Statutory Reservation |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 1 Post | Horizontal Allocation |
| Total Notified Openings | 23 Posts | 100% Sanctioned Intake |
For Assistant Professor cadres, you must have a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in the relevant subject with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade point). D.
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degree in the concerned agricultural discipline with a consistently good academic track record.
D. or NET holders can apply for Assistant Professor posts since prior experience isn't mandatory.
Associate Professor applicants need at least eight years of teaching, research, or extension experience in an academic or research position equivalent to an Assistant Professor.
The general upper age limit is 42 years as on the closing date of 25 November 2026. Age relaxations apply to reserved categories under Odisha government norms.
| Candidate Category | Permissible Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 5 Years Relaxation |
| Socially & Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) | 3 Years Relaxation |
| Women Candidates (All Categories) | 5 Years Relaxation |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 Years Relaxation |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | Length of Defence Service plus 3 Years |
Selected Assistant Professors will draw basic pay under Cell-1, Level-10 starting at Rs. 57,700 per month. Associate Professors enter Cell-1, Level-13A with basic pay starting at Rs. 1,31,400.
You'll also receive Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, and other statutory benefits as per university rules.
| Remuneration Parameter | Official Terms & Entitlements |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor Basic Pay | Rs. 57,700 per month (Pay Matrix Level-10) |
| Associate Professor Basic Pay | Rs. 1,31,400 per month (Pay Matrix Level-13A) |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | Applicable as per State Government orders |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | Permissible at Bhubaneswar rate |
| Medical and Leave Benefits | As per university service statutes |
| Nature of Engagement | Regular Full-Time Faculty Post |
The university screens applicants based on Academic Performance Indicator (API) scores and credentials. Shortlisted individuals receive interview call letters.
Final selection depends purely on performance during the personal interview and evaluation of research contributions.
There is no written test for this recruitment drive. Evaluation relies entirely on your academic record, publication metrics, research credits, and personal interview presentation.
| Subject / Test Section | Questions | Max Marks | Language Medium | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academic Record & Research Credentials | N/A | Evaluated per Scorecard | English | Document Scrutiny |
| Domain Presentation / Teaching Demonstration | Subject Topic | Assessed by Board | English / Odia | 15 to 20 Minutes |
| Personal Interview | Viva Voce | Assessed by Committee | English / Odia | Board Discretion |
| Total Selection Evaluation | Not Applicable | Final Merit Basis | English / Odia | Composite Evaluation |
Candidates must deposit the application fee through a demand draft or designated account transfer as specified in the recruitment notice. Keep the payment receipt safe.
Don't hand over cash to unofficial agents or third parties claiming to guarantee appointment.
Scanned passport size photograph (20 KB to 50 KB, clean background).
Scanned signature in running handwriting with black or blue ink (10 KB to 20 KB).
High School (Class 10th) certificate or birth certificate for age verification.
Degree, Diploma, or Marksheets for essential educational qualifications.
Valid Category or Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) if claiming reservation.
Disability Certificate issued by competent medical authority for PwBD applicants.
Valid Government Photo Identity Card (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, or Passport).
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Quick answers to common candidate queries for OUAT Recruitment 2026
The closing date to submit your application is 25 November 2026. Personal interview dates will be published on the official portal after document screening is completed.
Assistant Professors draw Level-10 pay starting at Rs. 57,700 per month. Associate Professors receive Level-13A pay starting at Rs. 1,31,400, along with standard government allowances.
You need a bachelor's and master's degree in the concerned subject with at least 55% marks, plus NET or Ph.D. for Assistant Professor posts. Associate Professor requires a Ph.D.
The general upper age limit is 42 years as of 25 November 2026. SC, ST, and women candidates receive 5 years relaxation, while PwD candidates get up to 10 years.
Selection involves screening based on educational qualifications, research scorecards, and publications, followed by an interview before the university selection board.
No. The drive doesn't have a written examination or negative marking. Candidates are evaluated directly on academic scores and personal interview marks.
General and SEBC candidates pay Rs. 1,000, while SC, ST, and PwD candidates pay Rs. 500 according to university notification guidelines.
Download the official application form from ouat.ac.in, fill it out accurately, attach certified documents, and send it by post to The Registrar, OUAT, Bhubaneswar-751003 before the deadline.
These posts are full-time, regular faculty appointments under Odisha University of Agriculture & Technology service rules.
You can access the official notification directly from the official portal at ouat.ac.in or through the direct PDF link provided on this page.
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