OSOU Sambalpur Faculty Online form 2026 2026
Odisha State Open University (OSOU), Sambalpur has released the official recruitment notification for 38 regular teaching positions including Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor.
Short Information
The Odisha State Open University (OSOU) has invited applications from eligible candidates for 38 regular teaching vacancies across various departments. Interested and eligible candidates must submit their online applications by 15th June 2026 and ensure the hard copy reaches the university by 22nd June 2026.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / SEBC / PwBD / Women | ₹300 |
| Payment modes | Online |
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancies
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Max Age | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor | 23 | 60 Years | Master's Degree with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD) in concerned subject and cleared NET/SLET/SET OR Ph.D. degree as per UGC Regulations. |
| Associate Professor | 7 | 60 Years | Ph.D. Degree in relevant discipline, Master's with 55%, minimum 8 years of teaching/research experience, and minimum 7 publications with research score of 75. |
| Professor | 8 | 60 Years | Ph.D. degree with minimum 10 research publications and 10 years experience with research score of 120 OR Outstanding professional with Ph.D. and 10 years experience. |
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection process for the OSOU Faculty recruitment is based on the following stages:
- Screening: Initial screening of applications based on UGC eligibility criteria.
- Shortlisting: Shortlisting based on Academic Score as per UGC guidelines.
- Interview/Personality Test: Evaluation of subject knowledge, teaching aptitude, and research potential.
- PPT Presentation: Candidates must deliver a PowerPoint presentation (50 marks).
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official HIMS portal.
- Complete the registration process to generate your login credentials.
- Log in and fill out the online application form with all required personal and academic details.
- Upload the necessary documents as per the specified format.
- Pay the required application fee online.
- Submit the form and take a printout for your records.
- Send the hard copy of the application along with self-attested documents via Speed Post to the Registrar, OSOU, Sambalpur.
Required Documents:
- Educational qualification certificates (10th, 12th, Bachelor's, Master's, Ph.D.)
- NET/SLET/SET certificate
- Experience letters/certificates
- Research publications
- Caste/Category certificates
- Passport-sized photograph and signature
Frequently Asked Questions
| Important Link | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |