Central University of Odisha Guest Faculty Recruitment 2026 – Walk-In Interview for Anthropology Post, Koraput

Central University of Odisha, Koraput has released a notice inviting applications for the post of Guest Faculty in Anthropology for the Monsoon Semester 2026-27. This Central University of Odisha Guest Faculty Recruitment aims to fill 02 vacancies in Archaeological Anthropology and Social/Biological Anthropology through a Walk-In Interview scheduled on 14.07.2026. Interested candidates can appear directly at the venue with the required documents. Read on for complete eligibility and application details.

Official Notification Reference file: CUO/Admn/EGF/116

Date Posted: 14th July 2026

Hiring Organization Name: Central University of Odisha

Organization Profile: The Central University of Odisha has been established by the Parliament under the Central Universities Act, 2009 (No. 3C of 2009). It is one of the 15 new Central Universities established by the Government of India during the UGC XI Plan period to address the concerns of “equity and access” and as per the policy of the Government of India to increase the access to quality higher education by people in less educationally developed districts which have a Graduate Enrollment Ratio of less than the national average of 11%. Koraput District of Odisha comes within the KBK region (Koraput, Bolangir and Kalahandi) which is still considered as an extremely as underdeveloped region of the State of Odisha .These three districts of the State are known for tribal culture, because majority of the people here belong to ST and SC categories. Since there is no University or any other national level educational set up in this region the Central University is proposed to be established here so that it may widen the access to quality higher education in the country.

Employment Type: Guest Faculty (Temporary Engagement)

Job Title/Designation:

• Guest Faculty

Vacancy available in departments:

• Anthropology – Archaeological Anthropology (01 post)
• Anthropology – Social/Biological Anthropology (01 post)

Essential Qualifications: Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Anthropology with specialization in Archaeological Anthropology or Social/Biological Anthropology, securing 55% of marks (or an equivalent grade on a point scale) in a concerned, relevant, or allied subject from an Indian University, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign University. Candidates must also have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by UGC or CSIR, or hold a Ph.D., or have cleared a similar test like SLET/SET accredited by UGC.

Salary Details: Selected candidates shall be paid an honorarium of Rs. 1,500/- per lecture, subject to a maximum of Rs. 50,000/- per month. Guest Faculty shall not be given the benefit of allowances, pension, gratuity, and leave as admissible to regular teachers.

Job Location: Koraput, Odisha

Apply Mode: Walk-In Interview

Organization Website: https://cuo.ac.in/

Important Dates:

• Date and Reporting Time of Walk-In Interview: 14.07.2026 at 10:00 AM

How to Apply: Interested candidates must appear for the Walk-In Interview on 14.07.2026 at 10:00 AM at the Guest House, CUO Main Campus, NAD-Sunabeda, Koraput, Odisha, along with a duly filled application form, original certificates, mark sheets, and testimonials with one set of self-attested photocopies. The engagement is purely temporary, initially for one semester, and may be extended for another semester based on satisfactory performance. Incomplete applications will be rejected, and no TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. Candidates are advised to check the University website for updates before appearing.

Organization address:
Central University of Odisha,
Sunabeda, NAD Post Office,
Koraput – 763004
Odisha, India

Official Notification for Reference: Central University of Odisha – Job Opening Notification

Note: Candidates are advised to read the official notification of the Institution/University for details qualifications and other details, before applying.

General Instructions for the candidates to apply for the Central University of Odisha jobs:

• Candidates must bring a duly filled application form along with original certificates, mark sheets, and testimonials.
• One set of self-attested photocopies of all documents must be carried for submission.
• The engagement offered is purely temporary and may be extended for another semester based on performance.
• Services will be terminated without notice if performance is found unsatisfactory, or upon joining of a regular faculty member.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the walk-in interview.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Candidates are advised to visit the University website for updates before appearing for the interview.
• Guest Faculty shall not be entitled to allowances, pension, gratuity, or leave benefits admissible to regular teachers.

This is a good opportunity for candidates holding a Master’s degree in Anthropology looking to gain teaching experience at a Central University in Odisha. Eligible candidates are encouraged to prepare all necessary documents and attend the Walk-In Interview as scheduled.

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. What is the date of the Walk-In Interview for Central University of Odisha Guest Faculty Recruitment 2026? The Walk-In Interview will be held on 14.07.2026 at 10:00 AM at the Guest House, CUO Main Campus, Koraput.
2. How many vacancies are available for Guest Faculty in Anthropology at Central University of Odisha? There are 02 vacancies, one each in Archaeological Anthropology and Social/Biological Anthropology.
3. What is the honorarium for the Guest Faculty post at Central University of Odisha? Selected candidates will be paid an honorarium of Rs. 1,500/- per lecture, subject to a maximum of Rs. 50,000/- per month.
4. What are the essential qualifications required for the Guest Faculty Anthropology post at Central University of Odisha? Candidates need a Master’s degree in Anthropology with 55% marks along with NET/CSIR NET/Ph.D./SLET/SET qualification.
5. How can candidates apply for the Central University of Odisha Guest Faculty post? Candidates must appear in person for the Walk-In Interview with a filled application form and original documents at the CUO Main Campus, Koraput.
6. Is TA/DA provided for attending the interview at Central University of Odisha? No, TA/DA will not be paid for attending the walk-in interview.

7. Is the Guest Faculty engagement at Central University of Odisha permanent or temporary? The engagement is purely temporary, initially for one semester, and may be extended for another semester based on satisfactory performance.