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Sambalpur University Faculty Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 84 Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor Posts
| Post Name | Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 111 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | India |
| Notification No. | No. 2190/Section-8/Estt-III (Professor), No. 2191/Section-8/Estt-III (Associate Professor), No. 2192/Section-8/Estt-III (Assistant Professor) – all dated 04/05/2026 |
| Last Updated | 11 May 2026 |
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16-06-2026 (midnight)
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Sambalpur University (SUNIV) has released the official Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor Notification 2026 at suniv.ac.in. A total of 84 vacancies have been announced under the SUNIV Faculty Recruitment 2026 across various Departments/Subjects/Colleges. Eligible candidates aged below 60 years with qualifications as per UGC Regulations (Master’s/Ph.D./NET/SLET as applicable for each post) can apply online from 15 May 2026 to 16 June 2026. The official notification PDFs and online application link are available below .
Important Dates
| Last Date to Apply | 16-06-2026 (midnight) |
|---|---|
| Interview Date | To be notified on University website |
| Event | Date |
| Date Of Advertisement | 04/05/2026 |
| Opening Of Online Application Portal (Hims) | 15-05-2026 |
| Last Date To Apply | 16-06-2026 (midnight) |
| Eligibility Assessed As On | Closing date of submission of online application (16-06-2026) |
Application Fee
SC
Rs. 1000/-
Candidates are required to pay a non-refundable application processing fee online as per the bank details given in the HIMS online portal. Applications without the applicable fee will be summarily rejected. Candidates applying for more than one post must pay the processing fee separately for each post.
Age Limit
| Age Details | Below 60 years (Candidates above 60 years are not eligible to apply) |
|---|
Qualification / Eligibility
| Education Qualification | (i) Good academic record with a Ph.D. Degree in the concerned/allied/relevant subject. (ii) A Master degree with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/Non-creamy layer OBC/Differently abled) in a concerned/relevant/allied subject from an Indian University or accredited foreign university. Relaxation of 5% in marks also applicable to Ph.D. degree holders who completed Master degree prior to 19 September, 1991. |
|---|---|
| Details | Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the closing date of submission of online application (16-06-2026). Eligibility is as per UGC Regulations Notification No. F.1-2/2017(EC/PS), dated 18th July 2018 and as amended from time to time. The period spent by candidates to acquire M.Phil. and/or Ph.D. degree shall not be considered as research experience. Candidates above 60 years will not be eligible to apply. Only matriculation/SSC certificate/pass certificate issued by the concerned educational board will be considered as proof of date of birth. | Essential Qualification – Professor (Eligibility A or B) | Essential Qualification – Associate Professor (Eligibility) | Essential Qualification – Assistant Professor (Eligibility A or B) |
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| No. Of Vacant Posts | 1 |
Salary & Pay Scale
| Pay Scale | Professor: Cell-1, Level-14 | Associate Professor: Cell-1, Level-13A | Assistant Professor: Cell-1, Level-10 (Odisha Revised Scales of Pay for University Teachers / UGC Scale of Pay Rule, 2019) |
|---|
Selection Process
1Slide 1 Brief bio-data
2Slide 2 Subject domain strength (core strength and name of subjects/specializati
3Slide 3 Practical skill/experience that makes you unique
4Slide 4 How are you going to empower students for developed Odisha, Vikashit Bha
5Slide 5 How are you going to use AI in pedagogy and how the discipline is going
6Slide 6 Research projects completed/submitted and funding agency names
7Slide 7 Consultancies or outreach activities led by you and their link to SDGs
8Slide 8 Possible national and international collaborations led by you (type, org
9Slide 9 How can you contribute to enhance employability and entrepreneurship?
10The selection process for Sambalpur University Faculty Recruitment 2026 consists
112018 and supported by the Act & Statute of the University (Table 3A of Appendix
12Candidates will be judged holistically covering cognitive domain (knowledge in s
13psychomotor domain (experience and skill)
14and affective domain (response to questions
15confidence etc.). The vision and strength of candidates to empower students for
16Vikashit Bharat including Aatmanirbhar Bharat will also be judged.
17No TA/DA shall be paid to candidates for attending the interview.
18PPT Requirement at Interview – All Posts
19Candidates called for interview must come prepared with a 9-slide PPT (Font size
2024. No introduction and thank you slide. Candidates will be stopped after the 9t
How to Apply
- 1Applications must be submitted online only through the HIMS Portal available at https://himsrecruitment.odisha.gov.in/home, which will be available from 15-05-2026. The online application can be filled in multiple sessions. Candidates willing to apply for more than one post must apply separately and pay processing fee for each application. No other application or CV should be sent by email or any other means.
- 2After submitting the online application, candidates must download the PDF of the submitted application generated by the HIMS portal and send the hard copy along with all supporting documents via Registered Post/Speed Post to reach the University on or before 26-06-2026. The envelope must be superscribed "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ……………………………." along with the Advertisement No. and Date. No hard copy will be considered if the applicant fails to submit the online application on or before the closing date.
- 3Persons employed in Government/Public Sector Enterprise/Autonomous Bodies must forward a copy of their application through proper channel or furnish a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the competent authority or employer. In-service candidates must forward the hard copy through proper channel or attach NOC so as to reach the University as per the specified date.
- 4Hard Copy to be Sent to:
- 5The Registrar, Sambalpur University, Jyoti Vihar, Burla, Sambalpur – 768019, Odisha
- 6Documents to be Submitted Along with Hard Copy of Application:
- 7Downloaded printed copy of the submitted application form from HIMS portal
- 8Matriculation/SSC certificate/pass certificate as proof of Date of Birth
- 9Marks sheets and certificates of all Educational/Technical/Professional qualifications
- 10Research publications and other supporting documents as applicable
- 11SC/ST/SEBC caste certificate as per Govt. of Odisha format (if applicable)
- 12PWD Disability Certificate issued by competent authority as per Govt. of Odisha/India format (if applicable)
- 13NOC from employer / application forwarded through proper channel (for in-service candidates)
- 14UGC communication certificate from employer/head of institution regarding Ph.D. period counted as teaching experience (if applicable, as per UGC Communication dated 1 March, 2016)
- 15*Candidates are required to bring original documents of all certificates/Grade Cards etc. submitted along with the application form at the time of interview. Only the downloaded application form from the HIMS portal is required; no other application or format is acceptable for the hard copy.
Important Instructions
- Candidates above 60 years of age are not eligible to apply. Applications must be submitted online only through the HIMS portal; no application by email or any other means will be accepted. Candidates must apply separately for each post and pay the application fee separately for each post. The hard copy of the application along with all supporting documents must reach the University on or before 26-06-2026. No hard copy will be considered if the online application is not submitted on or before the closing date (16-06-2026). Application fee is non-refundable; applications without applicable fee will be summarily rejected. Application without signature will not be considered and will be rejected without refund of application processing fee. The period spent to acquire M.Phil. and/or Ph.D. degree shall not be considered as research experience. Only matriculation/SSC/pass certificate issued by the concerned educational board will be accepted as proof of Date of Birth. SC/ST/SEBC candidates must submit proper caste certificate as per Govt. of Odisha guidelines and format. PWD category candidates must submit Disability Certificate issued by competent authority in the prescribed format. Exchange of reservation is not permitted. In service candidates must forward hard copy through proper channel or attach NOC from the competent authority. If more than one application is submitted for the same post, only the application submitted last within the closing date shall be considered; partial applications are not acceptable. Mere possession of minimum prescribed qualifications does not entitle the candidate to be called for written examination/interview. Documents should be uploaded in PDF/Image format with readability ensured; photograph should be uploaded in JPEG format with a size less than 200 KB. No TA/DA shall be paid for attending the interview. Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification. In cases of disputes, legal proceedings against the University shall be restricted to Courts in Sambalpur, Odisha. Any change or amendment shall be displayed only on the University website; candidates are advised to visit www.suniv.ac.in regularly and remain updated. The University reserves the right to revise/reschedule/cancel/suspend the advertisement/recruitment process without assigning any reason. Decisions of the University shall be final and binding. The University reserves the right not to fill up any or some of the vacancies advertised without assigning any reason.
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FAQs
Q1. What is the Sambalpur University Faculty Recruitment 2026 notification about?
Sambalpur University Faculty Recruitment 2026 notification is for regular Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor posts in various Departments/Subjects/Colleges under Sambalpur University, Jyoti Vihar, Burla, Odisha, as per UGC Regulations 2018 and Odisha Revised Scales of Pay for University Teachers, 2019.
Q2. What are the important dates for Sambalpur University Faculty Recruitment 2026?
The online application portal on the HIMS recruitment website opens on 15 May 2026 and closes on 16 June 2026 (midnight), while the hard copy of the application with documents must reach the University by 26 June 2026; the interview schedule will be notified later on the official website.
Q3. How many vacancies are released for Sambalpur University Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor posts in 2026?
Sambalpur University has notified 20 Professor posts, 30 Associate Professor posts and 34 Assistant Professor posts across multiple departments including Business Administration, Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth Science, Economics, English, History, Law, Life Science, Odia, Physics, Sociology and others with category-wise reservations such as UR, SC, ST, SEBC and Women sub‑reservation.
Q4. What is the age limit for Sambalpur University Faculty Recruitment 2026?
For Sambalpur University Faculty Recruitment 2026, candidates must be below 60 years of age as on the closing date of online application submission, and applicants above 60 years are not eligible to apply.
Q5. What are the eligibility criteria for Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor at Sambalpur University?
Eligibility is as per UGC Regulations Notification F.1‑2/2017(EC/PS) dated 18 July 2018, which generally requires a Ph.D. in the concerned/allied/relevant subject, specified research publications and research score for Professor and Associate Professor, and for Assistant Professor a Master’s degree with prescribed marks along with NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms, with equivalent options for Performing Arts, Visual Arts and traditional art forms.
Q6. What is the pay scale for Sambalpur University Faculty posts in 2026?
The pay scales are as per Odisha Revised Scales of Pay for University Teachers (UGC Scale of Pay) Rule, 2019, where Professor posts are in Cell‑1 of Level‑14, Associate Professor posts in Cell‑1 of Level‑13A and Assistant Professor posts in Cell‑1 of Level‑10, along with admissible dearness allowance and other allowances sanctioned by the Government of Odisha.
Q7. How can I apply online for Sambalpur University Faculty Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates must apply online only through the HIMS portal at the Odisha HIMS recruitment site during 15 May 2026 to 16 June 2026, then download the submitted application PDF and send the signed hard copy with all supporting documents by Registered/Speed Post to the Registrar, Sambalpur University, Jyoti Vihar, Burla, Sambalpur – 768019, Odisha within 10 days of closure of the online application.
Q8. What is the application fee for Sambalpur University Faculty Recruitment 2026?
The non‑refundable application processing fee must be paid online as per HIMS portal instructions, where for Professor posts General/SEBC candidates pay Rs. 2000 and SC/ST/Women candidates pay Rs. 1000, while for Associate Professor and Assistant Professor posts General/SEBC candidates pay Rs. 1000 and SC/ST/Women candidates pay Rs. 600, and PwD candidates are exempted from fee payment.
Q9. What is the selection process for Sambalpur University Faculty Recruitment 2026?
The selection process includes three‑stage screening/scrutiny of applications followed by interview, with shortlisting and evaluation based on UGC Regulations 2018 (Appendix II Tables 2 and 3A), and candidates are assessed on cognitive, psychomotor and affective domains along with their vision to contribute to developed Odisha and Vikashit Bharat; no TA/DA is paid for attending interviews.
Q10. Is there any specific PPT requirement for the Sambalpur University Faculty interview?
Yes, candidates called for interview must bring a 9‑slide PPT (Arial Black font, size 24) without introduction or thank‑you slide, covering biodata, subject expertise, unique skills, plans to empower students, use of AI in pedagogy, research projects, consultancies and outreach activities linked to SDGs, possible collaborations, and strategies to enhance employability and entrepreneurship.
What is the Sambalpur University Faculty Recruitment 2026 notification about?
Sambalpur University Faculty Recruitment 2026 notification is for regular Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor posts in various Departments/Subjects/Colleges under Sambalpur University, Jyoti Vihar, Burla, Odisha, as per UGC Regulations 2018 and Odisha Revised Scales of Pay for University Teachers, 2019.
What are the important dates for Sambalpur University Faculty Recruitment 2026?
The online application portal on the HIMS recruitment website opens on 15 May 2026 and closes on 16 June 2026 (midnight), while the hard copy of the application with documents must reach the University by 26 June 2026; the interview schedule will be notified later on the official website.
How many vacancies are released for Sambalpur University Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor posts in 2026?
Sambalpur University has notified 20 Professor posts, 30 Associate Professor posts and 34 Assistant Professor posts across multiple departments including Business Administration, Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth Science, Economics, English, History, Law, Life Science, Odia, Physics, Sociology and others with category-wise reservations such as UR, SC, ST, SEBC and Women sub‑reservation.
What is the age limit for Sambalpur University Faculty Recruitment 2026?
For Sambalpur University Faculty Recruitment 2026, candidates must be below 60 years of age as on the closing date of online application submission, and applicants above 60 years are not eligible to apply.
What are the eligibility criteria for Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor at Sambalpur University?
Eligibility is as per UGC Regulations Notification F.1‑2/2017(EC/PS) dated 18 July 2018, which generally requires a Ph.D. in the concerned/allied/relevant subject, specified research publications and research score for Professor and Associate Professor, and for Assistant Professor a Master’s degree with prescribed marks along with NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms, with equivalent options for Performing Arts, Visual Arts and traditional art forms.
What is the pay scale for Sambalpur University Faculty posts in 2026?
The pay scales are as per Odisha Revised Scales of Pay for University Teachers (UGC Scale of Pay) Rule, 2019, where Professor posts are in Cell‑1 of Level‑14, Associate Professor posts in Cell‑1 of Level‑13A and Assistant Professor posts in Cell‑1 of Level‑10, along with admissible dearness allowance and other allowances sanctioned by the Government of Odisha.
How can I apply online for Sambalpur University Faculty Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates must apply online only through the HIMS portal at the Odisha HIMS recruitment site during 15 May 2026 to 16 June 2026, then download the submitted application PDF and send the signed hard copy with all supporting documents by Registered/Speed Post to the Registrar, Sambalpur University, Jyoti Vihar, Burla, Sambalpur – 768019, Odisha within 10 days of closure of the online application.
What is the application fee for Sambalpur University Faculty Recruitment 2026?
The non‑refundable application processing fee must be paid online as per HIMS portal instructions, where for Professor posts General/SEBC candidates pay Rs. 2000 and SC/ST/Women candidates pay Rs. 1000, while for Associate Professor and Assistant Professor posts General/SEBC candidates pay Rs. 1000 and SC/ST/Women candidates pay Rs. 600, and PwD candidates are exempted from fee payment.
What is the selection process for Sambalpur University Faculty Recruitment 2026?
The selection process includes three‑stage screening/scrutiny of applications followed by interview, with shortlisting and evaluation based on UGC Regulations 2018 (Appendix II Tables 2 and 3A), and candidates are assessed on cognitive, psychomotor and affective domains along with their vision to contribute to developed Odisha and Vikashit Bharat; no TA/DA is paid for attending interviews.
Is there any specific PPT requirement for the Sambalpur University Faculty interview?
Yes, candidates called for interview must bring a 9‑slide PPT (Arial Black font, size 24) without introduction or thank‑you slide, covering biodata, subject expertise, unique skills, plans to empower students, use of AI in pedagogy, research projects, consultancies and outreach activities linked to SDGs, possible collaborations, and strategies to enhance employability and entrepreneurship.