OSOU Recruitment 2026: 38 Vacancies for Assistant Professor and other posts, Apply by 15 Jun
The last date for this recruitment has passed. Check the official website for any extension or new notice.
Odisha State Open University (OSOU), Sambalpur, Government of Odisha has announced 38 vacancies for Assistant Professor and other posts. The application window runs from 11 May 2026 to 15 June 2026.
Below you will find the posts, pay, who can apply, the age limit, the fee, how candidates are selected and the official links.
OSOU – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | 8 | ₹70,000 to ₹2,09,000 | Odisha |
| Associate Professor | 7 | ₹67,000 to ₹79,000 | Odisha |
| Assistant Professor | 23 | ₹57,700 to ₹2,04,000 | Odisha |
| Total Vacancies: | 38 |
OSOU Recruitment – Eligibility
Check your qualification against the post you want. The minimum education and any experience needed for each post are below.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Professor | Ph.D. in concerned, allied, relevant discipline + 10 research publications in peer-reviewed, UGC-listed journals + Research Score 120 + 10 years teaching, research experience + evidence of guiding doctoral candidates (Option A); OR Outstanding Professional with Ph.D. + significant contribution to knowledge + 10 years experience (Option B) |
| Associate Professor | Ph.D. in concerned, allied, relevant discipline + Master’s Degree with 55% marks (50% for SC, ST, OBC, PwD) + minimum 8 years teaching, research experience + minimum 7 publications in peer-reviewed, UGC-listed journals + Research Score 75 |
| Assistant Professor | Master’s Degree with 55% marks (50% for SC, ST, OBC, PwD) in concerned, relevant, allied subject + NET, SLET, SET conducted by UGC, CSIR OR Ph.D. as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 (NET, SLET, SET exempted); Special qualification for Cyber Security as per detailed notification |
The age limit for each post is below. Check the cut-off date and the relaxation for your category in the official notice.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Professor | Max 60 years |
| Associate Professor | Max 60 years |
| Assistant Professor | Max 60 years |
The fee is not the same for everyone: General / OBC / EWS candidates pay ₹500; SC / ST candidates pay ₹300. Pay it in the way the notification says, and keep the payment receipt.
OSOU will select candidates by screening of Applications, shortlisting based on Academic Score, interview, personality Test, PPT Presentation, document Verification. Keep your original documents ready for verification.
How to Apply for OSOU Recruitment
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Online |
Open the official website or the apply link below, register, fill in the form, upload your photo, signature and documents, pay the fee if it applies, and submit before 15 June 2026. Save a copy of the confirmation page.
Important Links
| Official notification (PDF) | Click Here |
| Apply online | Click Here |
| Official website | Click Here |
We write these details from the official notice. Mistakes can happen and dates can change, so check the official notification before you apply or pay any fee. This is not a government website.