Utkal University, Bhubaneswar has invited applications for 28 temporary and contractual research staff positions including Research Associate, Research Assistant, Field Investigator, and Research-cum-Academic Coordinator under RUSA 2.0 CoEs and R&D Cell. Monthly remuneration ranges from ₹20,000 to ₹47,000 depending on the post. The last date to submit applications by speed post along with email soft copy is 23rd October 2026.
Important dates
- Application start9 October 2026
- Last date to apply23 October 2026
- Notification Date9 October 2026
- Last Date for Receipt of Application23 October 2026
Eligibility
Graduation, Post Graduation, M.Sc, or Ph.D in relevant disciplines with a minimum of 55% marks, with preference for NET/Ph.D/research experience depending on the post.
Age limit
- NoteNot specified in the notification.
Vacancy posts
| Post | Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Research Assistant | 2 | M.Sc in Botany/Zoology/Biotechnology/Life Science or Economics/Geography/Geology/Public Health/Environmental Science with 55% marks. Preference to NET/Ph.D. |
| Research Associate | 1 | Postgraduate in Social Science discipline with 55% marks, NET/Ph.D, and 2 years research experience. |
| Research Assistant | 1 | Postgraduate in Social Science discipline with 55% marks. Preference to NET/Ph.D. |
| Field Investigator | 2 | Graduate in Social Science with minimum 55%; preference to 4-year graduation or PG degree holder. |
| Research Assistant | 1 | Postgraduate in Social Science & Humanities disciplines with minimum 55% marks. Preference to NET/Ph.D. |
| Field Investigator | 5 | Graduate in Social Science & Humanities with minimum 55%; preference to 4-year graduation or PG degree holder. |
| Research Assistant | 1 | Postgraduate in Social Science discipline with minimum 55% marks. Preference to NET/Ph.D. |
| Field Investigator | 1 | Graduate in Social Science discipline with minimum 55%; preference to 4-year graduation or PG degree holder. |
| Research Assistant | 1 | Postgraduate in Management / PMIR / Social Work / Sociology with minimum 55% marks. Preference to Ph.D. / M.Phil. / NET. |
| Field Investigator | 6 | Graduate in Management / Social Science discipline with minimum 55%; preference to 4-year graduation or PG degree holder. |
| Research Assistant | 1 | Postgraduate in English / Odia / Sanskrit or any Social Science / Humanities discipline with minimum 55% marks. Preference to NET/Ph.D. |
| Field Investigator | 3 | Graduate in Social Science & Humanities with minimum 55%; preference to 4-year graduation or PG degree holder. |
| Research Associate | 1 | M.Sc in Physics with minimum 55% marks, NET/Ph.D, and at least 2 years research experience. |
| Research Assistant | 1 | M.Sc in Physics with minimum 55% marks. Preference to NET/Ph.D. |
| Research-cum-Academic Coordinator | 1 | Master degree in any discipline with minimum 55% marks. Preference to project coordination/documentation experience and computer/data skills. |
Pay scale
Research Associate (RA) – ₹47,000/- p.m.; Research Assistant (RAt)– ₹37,000/- p.m.; Field Investigator (FI) – ₹20,000/- p.m.; Research-cum-Academic Coordinator (RAC) ₹37,000/- p.m.
Selection process
Shortlisted candidates will be informed by E-mail/Phone for selection/interview.
How to apply
- Download the prescribed application form from the University website https://utkaluniversity.ac.in/recruitment/
- Fill out the application form completely and attach self-attested copies of certificates, mark sheets, research works, and experience certificates.
- Send the filled application form by Speed Post to 'Director, Research and Development (R&D Cell), Utkal University, Vani Vihar, Bhubaneswar – 751004'.
- Send a soft copy of the application via email to [email protected].
- Super-scribe the envelope as 'APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF _____________ IN THE COE IN ___________________ UNDER RUSA-2.0 COE / R&D CELL'.
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