Dharanidhar University, Kendujhar, Odisha has announced a walk-in interview for guest faculty on contractual basis for the Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP), self-financing mode, from the academic session 2027-28. The posts include Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and Professor in Educational Studies and Pedagogy, Assistant Professor in Physical Education and Art Education, and a Career Guidance and Counselling Counsellor. The remuneration is Rs. 35,000 per month for Assistant Professor and Rs. 40,000 per month for Associate Professor and Professor. The interview is on 19 November 2026, with reporting from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM. This ITEP Guest Faculty Recruitment is a good chance for education postgraduates and retired teachers to teach in a new teacher education programme in Odisha.
Date Posted: 14th November 2026
Institution Name: Dharanidhar University, Kendujhar
Advertisement/Notification No.: No. 4677
Institution Profile: Dharanidhar University is situated in Keonjhar, a picturesque town nestled in the foothills of the Gandhamardan range in northern Odisha. Originally established as Keonjhar Science College in 1957 with generous contribution from industrialist Mohd. Serajuddin, the institution was conferred with the status of an autonomous college by University Grants Commission in 2004. On 11 February 2023 the college was upgraded to a university through a gazette notification issued by the Department of Higher Education, Government of Odisha.(Source: https://dduniversity.ac.in/about-the-university/)
Employment Type: Contractual, as guest faculty (initially one year from the commencement of classes of the academic session 2027-28, or till regular faculty is appointed, whichever is earlier)
Post Name/Designation: The university is hiring for the following posts
| Post Name | Subject | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor | Educational Studies and Pedagogy | Not specified |
| Assistant Professor | Health and Physical Education | Not specified |
| Assistant Professor | Art Education | Not specified |
| Career Guidance and Counselling | Counsellor | Not specified |
Total Vacancies: Not specified in the notification (the requirement may vary depending on the availability of resources)
Required Educational Qualifications for Guest Faculty: Candidates should have
- Post graduation with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade in the concerned or relevant subject
- Qualification as per NCTE norms and the NCTE Regulations, 2014 and its amendments
- Subjects covered include Perspectives in Education, Pedagogy (English/Odia language, Social Science and Mathematics), Fine Art, and Physical Education and Yoga
- Candidates with higher qualification or experience will be given preference
- Retired Associate Professors and Professors are given preference for the Associate Professor and Professor posts
Pay Scale/Pay Level:
| Post Name | Consolidated Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|
| Professor/Associate Professor (Guest Faculty) | Rs. 40,000 |
| Assistant Professor (Guest Faculty) | Rs. 35,000 |
For retired Associate Professors and Professors, the remuneration is as per university norms.
Selection Process: Candidates will be selected through the following stages
- Verification of the application form, certificates and documents before the screening committee on the interview date
- Walk-in interview
- Undertaking on non-judicial stamp paper by the selected candidate
Job Location: Kendujhar, Odisha
Important Dates:
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 8 November 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 8 November 2026 |
| Walk-in/Interview Date | 19 November 2026 (reporting 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM), and 20 November 2026 if the number of applicants is large |
| Venue | Conference Hall, Administrative Building, Dharanidhar University, North Campus, Kendujhar |
Apply Mode: Walk-In
How to Apply for this Post?
Download the application form from the university website and fill it in. Report before the screening committee on the interview date with the form, and original and photocopied documents.
Application Procedure: Candidates need to follow the steps given below to apply for this post
- Check that you meet the NCTE qualification and 55% marks requirement
- Download the application form from the university website and fill it in
- Paste a passport size photograph on the form
- Keep original and photocopied certificates, mark sheets, publications and experience proofs ready
- Report at the Conference Hall, Administrative Building, North Campus, between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM on 19 November 2026
- Be prepared to attend on 20 November 2026 if the interview is not completed on the first day
Documents Required: Candidates should keep the following documents ready (Kindly Read the Notification)
- Filled application form with passport size photograph
- Original and photocopies of pass certificates and mark sheets
- NET certificate, if any
- Publications and research guidance details, if any
- Experience certificates
- Awards or prizes certificates, if any
- Age proof (HSC certificate or equivalent)
- Government-issued ID proof
Important Links:
| Link Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Dharanidhar University ITEP Guest Faculty Recruitment Notification (This link is taken from the institution official website) |
| Institution Official Website | dduniversity.ac.in |
| Application Link | Not Applicable – apply via walk-in only |
Disclaimer for Candidates: Candidates are requested to carefully read and review the official notification before applying, as the information above is presented for general reference only and the official advertisement shall be treated as final and authoritative in case of any discrepancy.
Institution address:
The Registrar,
Dharanidhar University,
Kendujhar – 758001,
Odisha,
India.
Benefits of Joining Dharanidhar University:
- Chance to teach in the new Integrated Teacher Education Programme
- Consolidated monthly pay of Rs. 35,000 to Rs. 40,000
- Opportunity for retired professors to continue teaching
- Valuable experience in teacher education, physical education and art education
- Possible extension of the engagement beyond the first year
Frequently Asked Questions for ITEP Guest Faculty Recruitment
- Who has issued this notification?
Dharanidhar University, Kendujhar, Odisha. - What is the notification number?
No. 4677, dated 8 November 2026. - Which posts are advertised?
Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and Professor in Educational Studies and Pedagogy, Assistant Professor in Physical Education and Art Education, and a Counsellor for Career Guidance and Counselling. - Is this a permanent job?
No. The engagement is purely temporary as guest faculty, initially for one year, with no claim for regular posts. - What is the pay?
Rs. 40,000 per month for Professor and Associate Professor, and Rs. 35,000 per month for Assistant Professor. - What is the required qualification?
Post graduation with at least 55% marks in the relevant subject, and qualification as per NCTE norms. - When is the walk-in interview?
On 19 November 2026, with reporting from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM. It may continue on 20 November 2026. - Where will the interview be held?
In the Conference Hall, Administrative Building, Dharanidhar University, North Campus, Kendujhar. - Who gets preference?
Retired Associate Professors and Professors get preference for the Associate Professor and Professor posts, and candidates with higher qualification or experience are preferred. - Will TA/DA be paid for the interview?
No. TA/DA will not be paid for attending the interview or joining.
If you hold a postgraduate degree in education or a related subject and want to teach in the ITEP programme, this walk-in interview is worth attending. Download the form, keep your documents ready and report on time on 19 November 2026.
