Utkal University RUSA 2.0 Research Staff Recruitment 2026 – Associate, Assistant, Investigator (28 Posts) | Apply by 23 Oct
Research & Development Cell, Utkal University, Bhubaneswar
Odisha - Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Vacancies
28
Salary
Rs.20,000 - Rs.47,000 per month (post-wise)
Last Date
23 Oct 2026
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Utkal University, Bhubaneswar Salary / Pay Scale 2026
Rs.20,000 - Rs.47,000 per month (post-wise)
Utkal University, Bhubaneswar Eligibility Criteria 2026
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Utkal University, Bhubaneswar Job Details & Overview
Overview
Utkal University (NAAC A+) invites applications for research staff purely on temporary and contractual basis for Centres of Excellence (CoEs) under RUSA 2.0 and for the R&D Cell (No. R&D-CF-RUSA 2.0 CoEs-01/2026 dated 09.10.2026).
Vacancy Details (CoE-wise)
| Centre | Post | Posts | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Environment Studies, Climate Change & Public Health | Research Assistant (RAt) | 2 | 6 months |
| Public Policy & Governance | Research Associate (RA) | 1 | 3 months |
| Public Policy & Governance | Research Assistant (RAt) | 1 | 6 months |
| Public Policy & Governance | Field Investigator (FI) | 2 | 3 months |
| North-East India Studies | Research Assistant (RAt) | 1 | 6 months |
| North-East India Studies | Field Investigator (FI) | 5 | 3 months |
| Global Centre of Rural Studies | Research Assistant (RAt) | 1 | 6 months |
| Global Centre of Rural Studies | Field Investigator (FI) | 1 | 6 months |
| Study of Unorganized Labour | Research Assistant (RAt) | 1 | 5 months |
| Study of Unorganized Labour | Field Investigator (FI) | 6 | 2 months |
| Language, Literature & Culture | Research Assistant (RAt) | 1 | 5 months |
| Language, Literature & Culture | Field Investigator (FI) | 3 | 5 months |
| High Energy & Condensed Matter Physics | Research Associate (RA) | 1 | 5 months |
| High Energy & Condensed Matter Physics | Research Assistant (RAt) | 1 | 5 months |
| R&D Cell (Academic Coordinator) | Research-cum-Academic Coordinator (RAC) | 1 | 6 months |
| Total | 28 |
Remuneration
| Research Associate (RA) | Rs.47,000/- p.m. |
| Research Assistant (RAt) | Rs.37,000/- p.m. |
| Field Investigator (FI) | Rs.20,000/- p.m. |
| Research-cum-Academic Coordinator (RAC) | Rs.37,000/- p.m. |
Eligibility
- RA: PG (Social Science / Physics) with 55% + NET/PhD and 2 yrs research experience.
- RAt: PG in relevant discipline with 55% (NET/PhD preferred).
- FI: Graduate in relevant discipline with 55% (4-yr programme or PG preferred).
- RAC: Master's in any discipline with 55% + project coordination experience.
Important Date
| Last date (speed post + soft copy) | 23.10.2026 |
How to Apply
Send the filled application with documents by speed post to Director, R&D Cell, Utkal University, Vani Vihar, Bhubaneswar - 751004, and a soft copy to director.rd.uu@gmail.com. Superscribe the envelope with the post and CoE. Details at utkaluniversity.ac.in/recruitment.
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How to Apply for Utkal University, Bhubaneswar Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for Research & Development Cell, Utkal University, Bhubaneswar's Utkal University RUSA 2.0 Research Staff Recruitment 2026 – Associate, Assistant, Investigator (28 Posts) | Apply by 23 Oct before applying.
- Apply for this Research & Development Cell, Utkal University, Bhubaneswar recruitment offline, following the submission process given in the official notification (such as by registered post or in-person submission at the office address mentioned in the notice).
- Prepare the documents asked for in the notification and keep their photocopies or scans ready.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable, using the method stated in the official notification.
- As directed in the notification, submit or send your application to the office address given in it on or before 23 Oct 2026.
Utkal University, Bhubaneswar 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.
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- Complete and pay before the last date, 23 Oct 2026; late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Only one application is allowed; if multiple are submitted, only the latest valid one is considered.
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What is Utkal University RUSA 2.0 Research Staff Recruitment 2026 – Associate, Assistant, Investigator (28 Posts) | Apply by 23 Oct?
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When do applications open for Utkal University, Bhubaneswar Recruitment 2026?
Applications for Utkal University, Bhubaneswar Recruitment 2026 open on 09 October 2026.
What is the last date to apply for Utkal University, Bhubaneswar Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application for Utkal University, Bhubaneswar Recruitment 2026 is 23 October 2026.
What is the qualification required for Utkal University, Bhubaneswar Recruitment 2026?
Post-Graduate (relevant discipline) / Graduate (FI); NET/PhD preferred
How to apply for Utkal University, Bhubaneswar Recruitment 2026?
Apply for Utkal University, Bhubaneswar Recruitment 2026 offline, using the submission method and address given in the official notification above (such as registered post or in-person submission). Always verify all details from the official notification before applying.