Odisha University of Agriculture & Technology (OUAT), Bhubaneswar has released a recruitment notification for 23 positions comprising Assistant Professors and Associate Professors across diverse agricultural specialisations. Interested and eligible candidates must submit offline applications by 25 November 2026.
Overview
OUAT is inviting applications for faculty positions at the Assistant Professor and Associate Professor levels in subjects spanning agronomy, horticulture, soil science, genetics, entomology, plant pathology, extension education, agricultural economics, agricultural statistics, agricultural engineering, and animal husbandry. The recruitment is conducted under Advertisement Number E-II-II-09/2026/17387/UAT. This is a full-time position based in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 30 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Submission | 25 November 2026 |
Application Fee
| Post Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor | ₹700 |
| Associate Professor | ₹1000 |
Vacancy Details
A total of 23 positions are available across the following specialisations:
| Post | Number of Vacancies | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Agronomy) | 3 | Master's degree in Agronomy with NET |
| Assistant Professor (Soil Science & Agricultural Chemistry) | 1 | Master's degree with NET |
| Assistant Professor (Horticulture) | 2 | Master's degree in Horticulture with NET |
| Assistant Professor (Genetics & Plant Breeding) | 2 | Master's degree with NET |
| Assistant Professor (Entomology) | 1 | Master's degree in Entomology with NET |
| Assistant Professor (Plant Pathology) | 1 | Master's degree in Plant Pathology with NET |
| Assistant Professor (Extension Education) | 1 | Master's degree in Extension Education with NET |
| Assistant Professor (Agricultural Economics) | 1 | Master's degree in Agricultural Economics with NET |
| Assistant Professor (Agricultural Statistics) | 1 | Master's degree in Agricultural Statistics with NET |
| Assistant Professor (Agricultural Engineering) | 1 | Master's degree in Agricultural Engineering with NET |
| Assistant Professor (Animal Husbandry) | 1 | Master's degree in relevant subject with NET |
| Associate Professor (Agronomy) | 1 | Ph.D. in Agronomy with 8 years experience |
| Associate Professor (Soil Science & Agricultural Chemistry) | 1 | Ph.D. in Soil Science with 8 years experience |
| Associate Professor (Horticulture) | 1 | Ph.D. in Horticulture with 8 years experience |
| Associate Professor (Genetics & Plant Breeding) | 1 | Ph.D. with 8 years experience |
| Associate Professor (Entomology) | 1 | Ph.D. in Entomology with 8 years experience |
| Associate Professor (Plant Pathology) | 1 | Ph.D. in Plant Pathology with 8 years experience |
| Associate Professor (Extension Education) | 1 | Ph.D. in Extension Education with 8 years experience |
| Associate Professor (Agricultural Economics) | 1 | Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics with 8 years experience |
Eligibility
For Assistant Professor Posts: Candidates must possess a Master's degree in the concerned subject with a minimum of 55% marks. Applicants must also hold National Eligibility Test (NET) qualification or a Ph.D. degree. The maximum age limit is 42 years as on the last date of application for general category candidates.
For Associate Professor Posts: Candidates are required to have a Ph.D. degree in the relevant subject and a minimum of 8 years of professional experience in an academic or research capacity. The age limit remains 42 years as on the application deadline for general category candidates.
Salary
Assistant Professors are placed at Cell-1, Level-10 of the pay matrix with a monthly salary of ₹57,700. Associate Professors are placed at Cell-1, Level-13A with a monthly salary of ₹1,31,400.
How to Apply
The recruitment process follows an offline application submission method. Candidates must follow these steps:
- Prepare a comprehensive application including educational certificates, NET or Ph.D. documentation, and relevant experience certificates
- Compile all required photocopies of supporting documents
- Complete the application form (obtain from official website or notification)
- Send the application by registered post or hand-delivery to: The Registrar, Odisha University of Agriculture & Technology (OUAT), Bhubaneswar-751003, Odisha
- Ensure submission on or before 25 November 2026
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the last date to apply for OUAT Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date for submission of applications is 25 November 2026. Applications must reach The Registrar's office at OUAT, Bhubaneswar before this date.
Q: What qualifications are required for Assistant Professor positions?
A: Candidates need a Master's degree in the concerned subject with 55% marks and must hold NET or Ph.D. qualification. The age limit is 42 years as on the application deadline.
Q: What is the salary structure for these positions?
A: Assistant Professors earn ₹57,700 per month (Level-10, Cell-1), while Associate Professors earn ₹1,31,400 per month (Level-13A, Cell-1).
Q: Are there vacancies reserved for SC, ST, OBC, and PWD categories?
A: Yes, vacancies are distributed across General (UR), OBC, SC, ST, and PWD categories based on government regulations. Check the detailed notification for category-wise breakup for each post.
Q: How many total vacancies are available?
A: A total of 23 positions are available comprising 14 Assistant Professor posts and 9 Associate Professor posts across various agricultural disciplines.
Q: What is the application fee?
A: The application fee is ₹700 for Assistant Professor posts and ₹1000 for Associate Professor posts.
Candidates are strongly advised to verify all details on the official OUAT website and the official notification PDF before submitting their applications.