Berhampur University, Odisha has announced a massive faculty recruitment drive for the year 2026. A total of 95 teaching posts – Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor – across various postgraduate departments and Lingaraj Law College are open for eligible candidates.
Highlights
| Organisation |
Berhampur University, Bhanja Bihar, Berhampur – 760007 (Ganjam), Odisha |
| Post Name |
Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor |
| Total Vacancies |
95 (Professor: 19, Associate Professor: 38, Assistant Professor: 38) |
| Application Mode |
Online only (through HIMS Portal) + Hard copy via Speed Post |
| Start Date |
07-05-2026 (Opening of Online Application Portal) |
| Last Date |
21-06-2026 (Midnight) – Online Application |
| Official Website |
https://www.buodisha.edu.in |
Post & Organization Details
- Organization: Berhampur University, Bhanja Bihar, Berhampur – 760007 (Ganjam), Odisha
- Notification No.: 3278/Admn-I (TE)/BU/2026 dated 28/04/2026
- Posts: Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor
- Departments: All PG Departments of the University and Lingaraj Law College
- Nature of Employment: Regular Faculty Positions (including backlog vacancies)
Vacancy Details
| S. No. |
Post Name |
Pay Level (7th CPC) |
Total Vacancies |
| 1 |
Professor |
Pay Level-14 |
19 |
| 2 |
Associate Professor |
Pay Level-13A |
38 |
| 3 |
Assistant Professor |
Pay Level-10 |
38 |
| Grand Total |
95 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Age Limit: Candidates must be below 60 years as on the closing date of online submission.
- Educational Qualification: Must satisfy UGC Regulations (Notification No. F.1‑2/2017(EC/PS), 18‑July‑2018). Details per post:
- Professor (Pay Level‑14): Ph.D. in the relevant discipline with a minimum of 10 research publications (or equivalent research score) and at least 10 years of teaching/research experience. Alternatively, an eminent professional with Ph.D. and 10 years of relevant experience.
- Associate Professor (Pay Level‑13A): Ph.D. in the relevant discipline, Master’s with at least 55% (50% for SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates), and a minimum of 8 years of teaching/research experience.
- Assistant Professor (Pay Level‑10): Ph.D. or NET/SLET/SET qualified, Master’s with at least 55% (50% for reserved categories), and a minimum of 3 years of teaching/research experience.
- Other Requirements: All qualifications must be from a university recognized by the UGC. Candidates must possess the relevant UGC eligibility (NET/SET/Ph.D.) as per the post applied for.
Pay Scale & Salary
- Professor: Pay Level‑14 (7th CPC) – corresponding to the latest Pay Matrix.
- Associate Professor: Pay Level‑13A (7th CPC).
- Assistant Professor: Pay Level‑10 (7th CPC).
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Date of Notification |
28-04-2026 |
| Opening of Online Application Portal (HIMS) |
07-05-2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application Submission |
10-06-2026 (Midnight) |
| Extended Last Date for Online Application |
21-06-2026 (Midnight) |
| Extended Last Date for Hard Copy Submission |
01-07-2026 |
| Last Date for Hard Copy (via Speed Post) |
20-06-2026 (Must reach Registrar office) |
| Interview Date |
To be notified on University website |
Selection Process
- Screening / Scrutiny of applications based on eligibility and qualifications.
- Shortlisting of candidates for interview.
- Interview (including PPT presentation) for the shortlisted candidates.
- Final merit list based on combined score of screening and interview.
How to Apply
- Visit the official HIMS portal: https://hims.odisha.gov.in/.
- Register as a new user by providing your email ID and creating a password.
- Log in using the registered credentials.
- Select “Berhampur University Faculty Recruitment 2026” from the list of available notifications.
- Fill in all required personal, academic and professional details accurately.
- Upload scanned copies of the following documents (PDF/JPEG, max 200 KB each):
- Recent passport‑size photograph
- Signature
- Educational certificates (Degree, PG, Ph.D.)
- NET/SET/UGC eligibility certificates (if applicable)
- Experience certificates / research publications (as per post)
- Review the application thoroughly and submit.
- After successful online submission, take a printout of the acknowledgement receipt.
- Send the hard copy of the signed application (including the printed acknowledgement) via Speed Post to the Registrar, Berhampur University, before 01‑07‑2026. Ensure it reaches the office by 20‑06‑2026.
Important Links
FAQs
- What is the last date to submit the online application?
The online application must be submitted by 21‑06‑2026 (Midnight).
- Can I apply after the online deadline by sending a hard copy?
Yes. The hard copy must be received by the Registrar’s office by 20‑06‑2026. The final deadline for sending the hard copy is 01‑07‑2026.
- What are the age restrictions?
Candidates must be below 60 years as on the closing date of online submission.
- Is there any application fee?
No application fee has been mentioned in the official notification.
- Which qualification is required for the Professor post?
A Ph.D. in the relevant discipline with at least ten research publications (or equivalent research score) and a minimum of ten years of teaching/research experience.
