OSOU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 23 Posts
- Last Date
- 15 Jun 2026 (Expired)
- Total Posts
- 23
- Apply Mode
- Online (HIMS Portal) + Hardcopy by Speed Post
- Job Type
- Direct Recruitment
OSOU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: Odisha State Open University (OSOU), Sambalpur has released a notification for 23 Regular Assistant Professor posts, across 8 departments, based on UGC eligibility criteria (UGC notification dated 18 July 2018).
Quick Answer: OSOU needs 23 Assistant Professors across BBA, Commerce, Cyber Security, Economics, English, History, Odia, and Political Science departments. Candidates must meet UGC eligibility norms. Apply online through the HIMS portal, then send a hardcopy by Speed Post, from 11 May to 22 June 2026.
Quick Highlights
- Organization: Odisha State Open University (OSOU), Sambalpur
- Post: Regular Assistant Professor
- Total Vacancies: 23
- Eligibility: As per UGC norms (notification dated 18 July 2018)
- Application Mode: Online (HIMS portal) + Hardcopy by Speed Post
- Last Date (Online): 15 June 2026
Download Official Notification PDF
Official Website: osou.ac.in
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Important Dates
Vacancy Details
| Sl. No. | Department | Category-wise Distribution | Total | Advertisement No. & Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BBA | UR-2, ST-1 | 3 | OSOU/AP/2026/BBA/01, dt. 05-05-2026 |
| 2 | Commerce | SC-1, UR(W)-1, SEBC-1 | 3 | OSOU/AP/2026/COM/01, dt. 05-05-2026 |
| 3 | Cyber Security | UR-1, ST-1 | 2 | OSOU/AP/2026/CS/01, dt. 05-05-2026 |
| 4 | Economics | UR-1, UR(W)-1, SC-1 | 3 | OSOU/AP/2026/ECO/01, dt. 05-05-2026 |
| 5 | English | ST(W)-1, UR-1, SEBC-1 | 3 | OSOU/AP/2026/ENG/01, dt. 05-05-2026 |
| 6 | History | UR-1, ST-1, UR(W)-1 | 3 | OSOU/AP/2026/HIS/01, dt. 05-05-2026 |
| 7 | Odia | SC(W)-1, UR-1, ST-1 | 3 | OSOU/AP/2026/OD/01, dt. 05-05-2026 |
| 8 | Political Science | UR-1, UR(W)-1, SC-1 | 3 | OSOU/AP/2026/PS/01, dt. 05-05-2026 |
| Total | 23 (Twenty-Three) | — | — | — |
An appropriate number of posts will be filled from the PwD category, as per the applicable functional classification under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, subject to availability and participation of eligible candidates.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must meet the UGC eligibility criteria for Assistant Professor, as per UGC notification dated 18 July 2018.
- The notification does not specify a separate age limit, application fee, salary scale, or selection process; candidates should check the official website (osou.ac.in) for full terms and conditions.
How to Apply
- Submit the filled-in application online through the HIMS portal at himsrecruitment.odisha.gov.in.
- Complete the online application in all respects, along with supporting documents, by 15 June 2026.
- Send a hardcopy of the submitted application, along with all relevant documents, only through Speed Post, to reach the Registrar, Odisha State Open University, At-Badsinghari, P.O.-Goshala Chowk, Sambalpur, PIN-768024 (Odisha), by 22 June 2026, 5:30 PM.
Important Instructions
- The hardcopy application will not be accepted unless the online application has been submitted first; such hardcopies will be summarily rejected.
- This advertisement supersedes all previous advertisements issued for these posts.
- For full terms and conditions, visit the official website: osou.ac.in.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many total vacancies are there in OSOU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
There are 23 vacancies, across 8 departments.
Q2. What is the last date to apply online?
15 June 2026. The hardcopy must reach OSOU by 22 June 2026, 5:30 PM.
Q3. What is the eligibility criteria for these posts?
UGC eligibility criteria for Assistant Professor, as per UGC notification dated 18 July 2018.
Q4. Which departments have vacancies?
BBA, Commerce, Cyber Security, Economics, English, History, Odia, and Political Science.
Q5. How do I apply for this recruitment?
First apply online through the HIMS portal, then send a hardcopy of the application by Speed Post to the OSOU Registrar’s office.
Q6. Is the application fee mentioned in this notification?
No, the fee, age limit, salary scale and selection process are not specified; check the official website for details.
Q7. Will hardcopy-only applications be accepted?
No, the hardcopy is accepted only if the online application has already been submitted; otherwise it is summarily rejected.
Q8. Which department has the most vacancies?
BBA, Commerce, Economics, English, History, Odia, and Political Science each have 3 posts; Cyber Security has 2.
Q9. Is there reservation for PwD candidates?
Yes, an appropriate number of posts will be filled from the PwD category, as per the RPwD Act, 2016, subject to availability of eligible candidates.
Q10. Where can candidates apply for this recruitment?
Online, at himsrecruitment.odisha.gov.in.
About the Author
The NaukriPatra Editorial Team compiled this article from the official OSOU Assistant Professor advertisement, covering the department-wise vacancy breakdown and how to apply.
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