Vikramdev University, Jeypore Faculty Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 110 Posts
Brief Overview
Vikramdev University, Jeypore, located in the heart of Koraput district, Odisha, has announced a major recruitment drive for regular faculty positions. As per Employment Notice No. 1095/Esst./2026 dated 05.05.2026, the university is inviting online applications from eligible Indian citizens for the posts of Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor across 18 departments.
This is an excellent opportunity for academicians, researchers, and professionals aspiring to build their careers in higher education within Odisha. The recruitment follows the UGC eligibility criteria and offers competitive pay scales as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC). Vikramdev University, a State Public University established under the Odisha University Act, 1989, is a renowned institution contributing to the educational development of South Odisha.
Posts & Vacancies
The total number of faculty positions advertised is 110:
- Professor: 14 posts
- Associate Professor: 32 posts
- Assistant Professor: 64 posts
The vacancies are distributed across various departments as follows:
| Department | Professor | Associate Professor | Assistant Professor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anthropology | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Botany | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Chemistry | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Commerce | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Economics | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Education | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| English | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Geography | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| History | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Home Science | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Mathematics | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Odia | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Philosophy | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Physics | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Political Science | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Sociology | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Statistics | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Zoology | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Total | 14 | 32 | 64 |
Reservation: Posts are reserved as per Odisha government norms for UR, ST, SC, SEBC categories. Furthermore, horizontal reservations are provided for Women (33%), Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (4%), and Sports Persons (1%) within the vertical quota. If vacancies reserved for women remain unfilled, suitable male candidates of the same category will be considered.
Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Indian citizens only.
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Educational Qualification:
- As per UGC eligibility criteria outlined in Notification No. F.1-2/2017(EC/PS), New Delhi, dated 18th July, 2018.
- Ph.D. and/or NET/SET/SLET qualification as applicable to the post and subject.
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Experience:
- For Professor and Associate Professor: Sufficient teaching/research experience as per UGC norms.
- For Assistant Professor: Fresh candidates meeting UGC criteria may apply.
- Age Limit: As per Government of Odisha and UGC rules (refer to detailed notification on the university website).
- Reservation: Candidates seeking reservation must submit valid certificates as per Odisha guidelines.
Pay Scales:
- Professor: Pay Level-14 as per 7th CPC
- Associate Professor: Pay Level-13A as per 7th CPC
- Assistant Professor: Pay Level-10 as per 7th CPC
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 06 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Application End Date | 17 July 2026 |
How to Apply
This summary was generated by AI based on the official notification. Always verify details from the original PDF before applying.