Central University of Odisha Recruitment 2026: Research Assistant & Field Investigator Posts
Central University of Odisha
India
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Salary
INR 37,000/- per month
Last Date
22 Aug 2026
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Central University of Odisha Recruitment 2026: Research Assistant & Field Investigator Posts
The Central University of Odisha (CUO), Department of English Language and Literature, has invited applications from eligible candidates for Research Assistant and Field Investigator positions under an ICSSR-funded research project on a temporary basis.
The project focuses on documenting and translating the cultural heritage of the Lanjia Saora PVTG community in Rayagada District, Odisha.
Central University of Odisha Vacancy Details 2026
Organization: Central University of Odisha
Department: English Language and Literature
Funding Agency: ICSSR
Employment Type: Temporary / Project-based
Location: Koraput, Odisha, India
Advertisement Date: 07 August 2026
Reference No.: CUO/DELL/ICSSR/RP/PVTG-002/Advt./2026-27/01
Project Title
“Documenting and Translating the Cultural Heritage of the Lanjia Saora PVTG: Art, Folktales, and Folksongs from Rayagada District, Odisha”
The project is funded under the ICSSR Special Call for Multi-Disciplinary Studies on the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) in India – 2025–26.
Vacancies
1. Research Assistant – 01 Post
Duration: 08 months
Remuneration: INR 37,000 per month as per ICSSR guidelines
Essential Qualification:
Ph.D. / M.Phil. / NET / Postgraduate degree in any Social Science discipline
Minimum 55% marks
Desirable Qualification:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Effective communication skills in the Saora language for interaction with diverse stakeholders
2. Field Investigator – 01 Post
Duration: 08 months
Remuneration: INR 20,000 per month as per ICSSR guidelines
Essential Qualification:
Graduate degree in a Social Science discipline
Minimum 55% marks
Proficiency in reading, writing, speaking and translation in both Saora and Odia
Willingness to travel extensively for fieldwork, including rural and interior areas
Nature of Work
Selected candidates will contribute to research activities involving:
Documentation of tribal cultural heritage
Field-based data collection
Translation and documentation of folk traditions
Interaction with local communities and stakeholders
Research support for the ICSSR-funded project
Central University of Odisha Selection Process 2026
Applications are invited from eligible candidates for an interview for the above temporary research positions.
Central University of Odisha Important Dates 2026
The last date for application and detailed submission procedure are not visible in the provided advertisement image. Candidates should refer to the complete official notification issued by the Central University of Odisha before applying.
Official Website
Central University of Odisha: https://cuo.ac.in/
Candidates with backgrounds in Social Sciences, tribal studies, cultural studies, field research, translation and indigenous languages are encouraged to explore this research opportunity.
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How to Apply for Central University of Odisha Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for Central University of Odisha's Central University of Odisha Recruitment 2026: Research Assistant & Field Investigator Posts before applying.
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- Fill in the form with accurate personal, educational and category details, and upload the required scanned documents as specified.
- Pay the applicable application fee online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Note: the last date to apply was 22 Aug 2026, so online applications for this post are now closed.
Central University of Odisha Documents Required
- Printout of the submitted application form and the fee payment receipt.
- Recent photograph and signature, sized as specified in the notification.
- Proof of Date of Birth (birth certificate or Class X / SSLC mark sheet) and a photo identity proof.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets required for the post.
- Caste / EWS / experience / disability certificates, as applicable to your category or the post.
Central University of Odisha Important Instructions
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Online applications for Central University of Odisha Recruitment 2026 start on 09 August 2026.
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