Odisha University of Agriculture & Technology in Bhubaneswar, Odisha has invited applications for Assistant Professor and Associate Professor posts in the teaching and research establishment, under Advertisement No. E-II-II-09/2026/17387. This Government Vacancy covers 23 posts in Agricultural Science subjects, with 15 Assistant Professor and 8 Associate Professor posts. Applications must reach the Registrar by speed post or registered post on or before 25 November 2026, 5:00 PM.
Date Posted: 7th November 2026
Institution Name: Odisha University of Agriculture & Technology (OUAT), Bhubaneswar
Advertisement/Notification No.: E-II-II-09/2026/17387, dated 30 October 2026
Institution Profile: The Radhakrishnan University Education Commission of 1949 emphasised the need for establishing Agricultural Universities in India., Subsequently, the indo-American team consistitued under the Chairmanship of Dr. K.R. Damle (1955), the then Vice-president of Indian Council of Agricultural Research, suggested a system of education for Indian as followed in the Land Grant Colleges of USA. In February, 1963, the State owned Agricultural Research Station at Bhubaneswar was transferred to OUAT. Subsequently, Berhampur, Jaypore, Chiplima, Kendrapara, Pottangi and Jashipur Research Stations were brought under the University. As the research areas were extended to more disciplines through aegis of several All India Co-ordinated Research Projects and ad-hoc schemes funded by ICAR, Govt. of India and other agencies, more research stations were established. (Source: https://ouat.ac.in/about-ouat/)
Employment Type: Regular
Post Name/Designation: The University is hiring for the following posts in Agricultural Science
| Department/School | Subject/Specialization | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor | Agronomy | 03 |
| Assistant Professor | Soil Science & Agril. Chemistry | 01 |
| Assistant Professor | Horticulture (Fruit Science, Vegetable Science, Floriculture & Landscaping, Plantation, Spices, Medicinal Crops, Post Harvest Management) | 02 |
| Assistant Professor | Genetics & Plant Breeding | 02 |
| Assistant Professor | Entomology | 01 |
| Assistant Professor | Plant Pathology | 01 |
| Assistant Professor | Extension Education | 01 |
| Assistant Professor | Agril. Economics | 01 |
| Assistant Professor | Agricultural Statistics | 01 |
| Assistant Professor | Agricultural Engineering (FMPE/REE) | 01 |
| Assistant Professor | Animal Husbandry (LPM/Veterinary Extension Education) | 01 |
| Associate Professor | Agronomy | 01 |
| Associate Professor | Soil Science & Agril. Chemistry | 01 |
| Associate Professor | Horticulture | 01 |
| Associate Professor | Genetics & Plant Breeding | 01 |
| Associate Professor | Entomology | 01 |
| Associate Professor | Plant Pathology | 01 |
| Associate Professor | Extension Education | 01 |
| Associate Professor | Agril. Economics | 01 |
| Total | 23 |
Total Vacancies: 23 (category-wise break-up is given in the table below)
Category-wise Vacancy Break-up/Department-wise Vacancy:
| Category | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| ST | 05 |
| SC | 03 |
| SEBC | 03 |
| UR | 12 |
| Total | 23 |
Post-wise distribution: Assistant Professor has ST-3, SC-2, SEBC-2 and UR-8 (15 posts). Associate Professor has ST-2, SC-1, SEBC-1 and UR-4 (8 posts). Some posts within these are reserved for women. One Assistant Professor post in Agronomy is marked for PwD candidates with at least 40% permanent disability. The reservation break-up may change with Government orders.
Required Educational Qualifications for Assistant Professor: Candidates should have
- Minimum 2nd Class Bachelor’s degree in the concerned subject with at least 55% marks or equivalent OGPA
- Minimum 2nd Class Master’s degree in the concerned subject with at least 55% marks or equivalent OGPA
- NET (cleared in a related subject, conducted by ICAR/UGC/CSIR/ICMR or similar bodies) with one publication in a NAAS rated journal
- Ph.D. in the concerned subject with course work as per UGC Regulation 2009 can replace NET, with at least two full-length publications with NAAS rating of 4 or above on the last date of application. Ph.D. without course work does not qualify for the NET exemption
- A 5% relaxation in marks (from 55%) at Bachelor’s and Master’s level for SC, ST and PwD candidates
- Desirable: Ph.D. in the concerned subject
Required Educational Qualifications for Associate Professor: Candidates should have
- Minimum 2nd Class Bachelor’s degree in the concerned discipline with at least 55% marks or equivalent OGPA
- Minimum 2nd Class Master’s degree in the concerned subject with at least 55% marks or equivalent OGPA (for example, M.Sc. (Ag) in Agronomy for the Agronomy post)
- Ph.D. in the concerned subject
Age Limit: For Assistant Professor, the upper age limit is 42 years as on the last date of application for general candidates. Relaxation for reserved categories is as per Government norms, and there is no upper age limit for OUAT employees. The notification gives no age limit for Associate Professor.
Required Experience: Experience is required for the Associate Professor post only
- A minimum of 8 years of teaching, research or extension education experience (excluding the Ph.D. study period) in the cadre of Assistant Professor or equivalent
- The experience should be in 7th CPC pay Level 10/11/12 in a Government University or a reputed accredited University
- No fixed experience is stated for the Assistant Professor post
Pay Scale/Pay Level:
Assistant Professor: Cell-1, Level-10, Rs. 57,700 with usual DA and other admissible allowances. Associate Professor: Cell-1, Level-13A, Rs. 1,31,400 with usual DA and other admissible allowances.
Application Fee:
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor | ₹700 |
| Associate Professor | ₹1,000 |
| Payment Mode | Green Channel Counter (GCC), Internet Banking or RTGS in favour of the Comptroller, OUAT (A/C No. 10173711536, State Bank of India, OUAT Campus Branch, Bhubaneswar, Branch Code 03341, IFSC: SBIN0003341) |
The fee is non-refundable. A signed photocopy of the deposit receipt must be attached with the application. Other modes of payment will not be considered.
Selection Process: Candidates will be selected through the following stages
- Scrutiny of applications and scoring on academic records, written test and research publication
- Assistant Professor: written test and then interview, with the top candidates (four times the advertised posts) called for interview. Weightage is Academic Records 40%, Written Test 30%, Research Publication 10% and Viva-Voce 20%
- Associate Professor: interview only. Marks are given for academic qualification, experience, teaching, research and extension, publications and technologies, research projects, recognition and interview (20 marks)
- Verification of documents and NOC for in-service candidates
Job Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Important Dates:
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 30 October 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 30 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Submission of Hard Copy | 25 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Walk-in/Interview Date | Not Applicable – The written test and interview details will be sent to shortlisted candidates |
Apply Mode: Offline (Hard Copy by Speed Post/Registered Post)
How to Apply for these Posts?
Candidates need to download the application form and information sheet from the University website and fill in the form completely. They must attach the fee receipt and self-attested copies of their documents and send the set to the Registrar so that it reaches before the deadline.
Application Procedure: Candidates need to follow the steps given below to apply for these posts
- Visit the University website and download the application form and the information sheet for your post
- Check the essential qualification and selection criteria carefully
- Pay the application fee through GCC, Internet Banking or RTGS and keep the signed deposit receipt
- Attach self-attested copies of all certificates, mark sheets and research publications, with two recent attested passport-size photographs
- Write “Application for the Post of ____” on the envelope along with the Advertisement No. and date
- Send the set by speed post or registered post to the Registrar, OUAT, Bhubaneswar – 751003, Odisha
- Apply separately for each post, and make sure it reaches by 25 November 2026, 5:00 PM
Documents Required: Candidates should keep the following documents ready (Kindly Read the Notification)
- Application form in the prescribed format
- Signed photocopy of the fee deposit receipt
- Two recent attested passport-size photographs
- Self-attested copies of certificates and mark sheets of all examinations passed
- NET certificate or Ph.D. certificate with proof of course work
- Copies of research publications, with NAAS rating
- Experience certificates, for the Associate Professor post
- Category certificate (ST/SC/SEBC) and PwD certificate, if applicable
- No Objection Certificate (NOC), for in-service candidates, at the time of document verification
- Advance copy of the application, for in-service candidates applying through proper channel
Important Links:
| Link Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | OUAT Bhubaneswar Government Vacancy Notification (This link is taken from the institution official website) |
| Institution Official Website | ouat.ac.in |
| Application Link | Not Applicable – apply via hard copy only. The application form can be downloaded from the University website |
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,
Odisha University of Agriculture & Technology,
Bhubaneswar – 751003,
Odisha, India.
Benefits of Joining OUAT Bhubaneswar:
- Chance to join a regular teaching post at a leading agricultural university
- Pay as per Level-10 and Level-13A, with DA and other allowances
- Opportunity to teach, research and guide students in Agricultural Science
- Retirement age of 60 years
- Reservation benefits for ST, SC, SEBC, women and PwD candidates
Frequently Asked Questions for Government Vacancy
- Who has released this notification?
Odisha University of Agriculture & Technology, Bhubaneswar, under Advertisement No. E-II-II-09/2026/17387. - Which posts are advertised?
Assistant Professor and Associate Professor in Agricultural Science subjects. - How many vacancies are there?
There are 23 posts: 15 Assistant Professor and 8 Associate Professor. - What is the last date to apply?
The application must reach the Registrar by 25 November 2026, 5:00 PM. - How can candidates apply?
Candidates must send the filled form with documents and fee receipt by speed post or registered post to the Registrar, OUAT. - What is the application fee?
It is ₹700 for Assistant Professor and ₹1,000 for Associate Professor, and it is non-refundable. - What is the upper age limit?
It is 42 years for Assistant Professor general candidates, with relaxation for reserved categories as per Government norms. - What is the pay for these posts?
It is Level-10 at Rs. 57,700 for Assistant Professor and Level-13A at Rs. 1,31,400 for Associate Professor, with DA and allowances. - What is the selection process?
Assistant Professor candidates face a written test and interview, and Associate Professor candidates face an interview only. - Can candidates apply for more than one post?
Yes, but a separate application is needed for each post, as per qualification.
OUAT is offering a strong opportunity for agriculture graduates and scholars to join its teaching and research staff on regular posts. If you meet the qualification, prepare your application, pay the fee and make sure your documents reach the Registrar before 25 November 2026, 5:00 PM.
