OUAT Guest Faculty Recruitment 2026: Apply for 4 Posts

Recruitment Overview

The Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT), College of Community Science, Bhubaneswar has announced recruitment for Guest Faculty positions. This is a walk-in interview process for engagement during the academic year 2026-27.

Job Highlights

• Organization: Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT)
• Post Name: Guest Faculty
• Number of Vacancies: 4
• Mode of Application: Walk-in Interview
• Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha
• Engagement Period: Academic Year 2026-27

Important Dates

Candidates interested in applying for the Guest Faculty positions must appear for a walk-in interview on 7th October 2026. Candidates must report at the venue latest by 11 AM on the interview date.

Vacancy Details

The recruitment is for Guest Faculty positions in different subjects within the College of Community Science. The details are as follows:

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the specified educational qualifications and age limit to be eligible for the Guest Faculty positions.

The essential qualification for all Guest Faculty posts is a Master's degree (M.Sc.) in Home Science/Community Science in the respective subject or a related subject from an ICAR recognized university. Candidates must have secured a minimum of 55% marks or an equivalent CGPA of 5.5 on a 10-point scale, along with a good academic record.

Desirable Qualification: NET/ M-Phil / Ph.D. Degree in the concerned subject. Research publications in peer-reviewed journals will be given due weightage.

The maximum age limit for candidates is 64 years as on 30.09.2026.

Application Fee

Candidates who wish to attend the walk-in interview must submit a Demand Draft or Banker's Cheque of Rs. 500.00. This should be in favour of Comptroller, OUAT, Bhubaneswar, and submitted before appearing for the interview.

Salary / Pay Scale

The remuneration for Guest Faculty will be Rs. 1200 per class, with a maximum limit of Rs. 60,000/- per month, as applicable.

Selection Process

The selection of candidates for the Guest Faculty positions will be based on a walk-in interview. Candidates will be assessed based on their qualifications, academic record, and any desirable qualifications mentioned.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates need to appear for a walk-in interview. They must report to the venue with all required documents. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.

Candidates must bring the following documents in original:

• Certificates
• Mark sheets from HSCE onwards
• Experience certificates (if any)

Additionally, candidates must bring two sets of self-attested photocopies of each document and two recent passport-size photographs along with an updated Bio-data.

If currently employed, a No Objection Certificate from the present employer must be produced at the time of the interview.

Important Instructions

• The engagement as Guest Faculty is for the academic year 2026-27 and may be terminated before the end of the academic year.
• Guest faculty will have no claim for regular appointment under OUAT.
• A guest faculty member can leave the assignment by giving one month's notice.
• The empanelment of candidates will remain valid for one year.
• OUAT reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of positions or cancel the interview process without assigning any reason.
• Candidates desirous of attending the walk-in interview must report at the venue latest by 11 AM on the date of the interview.
• Any updates or changes regarding the interview date will be notified on the OUAT website. Candidates are advised to keep checking the website.

FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply for the OUAT Guest Faculty positions?
A1: The walk-in interview will be conducted on 7th October 2026. Candidates must report by 11 AM on this date.

Q2: What is the required educational qualification for the Guest Faculty posts?
A2: Candidates need an M.Sc. degree in Home Science/Community Science in the relevant subject from an ICAR recognized university with at least 55% marks or equivalent CGPA 5.5.

Q3: What is the age limit for applying?
A3: The maximum age limit is 64 years as on 30.09.2026.

Q4: Is there an application fee? If so, how much?
A4: Yes, candidates need to submit a Demand Draft/Banker's Cheque of Rs. 500.00 in favour of Comptroller, OUAT, Bhubaneswar.

Q5: What is the salary offered for the Guest Faculty positions?
A5: The remuneration is Rs. 1200 per class, with a maximum monthly limit of Rs. 60,000/-.

Q6: How will candidates be selected?
A6: Selection will be based on a walk-in interview.

Q7: What documents should I bring for the interview?
A7: You need to bring original certificates, mark sheets from HSCE onwards, experience certificates, two sets of self-attested photocopies of all documents, and two recent passport-size photographs with an updated Bio-data.

Official Notification & Links

Official Website → Click Here

Notification PDF → Click Here