OUAT Recruitment 2026 - Offline Apply 23 Assistant Professor, Associate Professor Posts
An official recruitment advertisement (Advt No. E-II-II-09/2026/17387/UAT) has been released by Odisha University of Agriculture & Technology (OUAT), Bhubaneswar. It covers 23 faculty vacancies across 19 roles, including Assistant Professor and Associate Professor posts in agricultural and allied disciplines. For Assistant Professor, eligible candidates must hold a Master’s degree with 55% marks and NET / Ph.D. For Associate Professor, eligibility requires a Ph.D. and at least 8 years of teaching/research experience. Eligible candidates can get the application proforma from ouat.ac.in, the official website. Submit the completed form with self-attested documents and the fee deposit receipt through Speed Post or Registered Post on or before 25 November 2026.
Important Dates
| Advertisement Number | E-II-II-09/2026/17387/UAT |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 30 October 2026 |
| Offline Application Process | Started |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application Form | 25 November 2026 |
| Written Test / Interview Date | To be announced on the university portal |
Application Fee
| Assistant Professor Posts | Rs. 700/- |
|---|---|
| Associate Professor Posts | Rs. 1,000/- |
| Payment Mode | Deposit application fee through Green Channel Counter (GCC), Internet Banking, or RTGS into the designated account of OUAT. |
Age Limit (as on 25/11/2026)
| Maximum Age Limit | 42 Years (for General / Unreserved candidates) |
|---|---|
| Crucial Date for Age Calculation | 25 November 2026 (closing date of application) |
| Age relaxation is applicable for SC, ST, SEBC/OBC, Women, and PwD candidates as per Government of Odisha rules. | |
Pay Scale Details
| Assistant Professor | Cell-1, Level-10 (Rs. 57,700/- per month) + applicable allowances |
|---|---|
| Associate Professor | Cell-1, Level-13A (Rs. 1,31,400/- per month) + applicable allowances |
| Job Location | OUAT Campus, Bhubaneswar, Odisha |
OUAT Faculty Vacancy Details 2026: Total 23 Posts
- Salary: Rs. 57,700/- under Cell-1, Level-10.
- Candidates need Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from a recognized University in the relevant / concerned subject, with at least 55% marks or an equivalent grade.
- Candidates must have passed the National Eligibility Test (NET) held by ICAR / UGC / CSIR. Alternatively, they must hold a Ph.D. Degree in the concerned discipline that meets UGC / ICAR regulations.
- Salary: Rs. 1,31,400/- under Cell-1, Level-13A.
- Candidates need a Ph.D. Degree in the concerned / allied discipline and a good academic record.
- At least 55% marks are required in the Master’s Degree.
- Candidates need at least 08 years of teaching and/or research experience in an academic / research position equivalent to Assistant Professor. This experience must be in a University, College, or Accredited Research Institution.
Post-Wise & Discipline-Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Discipline / Specialization | Assistant Professor | Associate Professor |
|---|---|---|
| Agronomy | 03 | 01 |
| Soil Science & Agricultural Chemistry | 01 | 01 |
| Horticulture | 02 | 01 |
| Genetics & Plant Breeding | 02 | 01 |
| Entomology | 01 | 01 |
| Plant Pathology | 01 | 01 |
| Extension Education | 01 | 01 |
| Agricultural Economics | 01 | 01 |
| Agricultural Statistics | 01 | - |
| Agricultural Engineering (FMPE / REE) | 01 | - |
| Animal Husbandry (LPM / Veterinary Ext. Edn.) | 01 | - |
| Total (23 Posts) | 15 | 08 |
Selection Procedure
| Selection Criteria | Selection will be conducted based on shortlisting of applications, Written Test and/or Interview as per OUAT statutes and ICAR/UGC guidelines. |
|---|---|
| Document Verification | Shortlisted candidates must present all original educational certificates, mark sheets, NET scorecard, Ph.D. award letter, and service certificates during the personal interview. |
| Separate Applications | Candidates applying for more than one post or discipline must submit separate application forms along with separate application fees. |
| In-Service Candidates | Applicants serving in Government, Semi-Government, or Autonomous bodies must submit their applications through proper channel or produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of interview. |
How to Apply Offline for OUAT Faculty Recruitment 2026
- Open ouat.ac.in, the official OUAT web portal.
- Open “Recruitment / Circulars” and download Advertisement No. E-II-II-09/2026/17387/UAT. Also download the prescribed Application Form and the Information Sheet.
- Use standard A4 size paper to print the application format.
- Complete every required column neatly using block letters. Include Personal Details, Academic Records, NET/Ph.D. details, and Experience.
- Pay the non-refundable application fee into OUAT’s designated account: Rs. 700/- for Assistant Professor / Rs. 1000/- for Associate Professor. Use Green Channel Counter (GCC), Internet Banking, or RTGS for payment.
- Paste a recent passport-size coloured photograph in the application form’s designated box.
- Include self-attested photocopies of all required documents: Date of Birth proof (High School / 10th certificate); Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. marksheets and Degree certificates; NET qualified certificate / Ph.D. compliance certificate; Caste / Category certificate and, if applicable, PwD certificate. For Associate Professor, include experience certificates and a list of research publications. Also include the original bank transaction receipt / payment counterfoil.
- Put all enclosures and the completed application form inside an envelope. Clearly write this on top: “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ___________ (Advt No. E-II-II-09/2026/17387/UAT dated 30.10.2026)”.
- Send the completed application through Speed Post or Registered Post, addressed to: The Registrar, Odisha University of Agriculture & Technology (OUAT), Bhubaneswar, Odisha - 751003.
- The application must reach the Registrar’s office on or before 25 November 2026. Applications that arrive late or are incomplete will be rejected.
Important Links
Before Applying
Before submitting the online application, check the official notification for full details of eligibility, age limits, education qualification, fee rules, and other terms.
Frequently asked questions
What are the important dates for OUAT Recruitment 2026?
Advertisement Number: E-II-II-09/2026/17387/UAT; Notification Release Date: 30 October 2026; Offline Application Process: Started; Last Date for Receipt of Application Form: 25 November 2026.
What is the application fee for OUAT Recruitment 2026?
Assistant Professor Posts: Rs. 700/-; Associate Professor Posts: Rs. 1,000/-; Payment Mode: Deposit application fee through Green Channel Counter (GCC), Internet Banking, or RTGS into the designated account of OUAT.
What is the age limit for OUAT Recruitment 2026?
Maximum Age Limit: 42 Years (for General / Unreserved candidates).
What is the official website for OUAT Recruitment 2026?
The official website is ouat.ac.in.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.