Vikram Dev University (VDU), Jeypore has released the official Faculty Recruitment 2026 Notification for Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor posts on 05 May 2026 at the official website https://www.vikramdevuniversity.ac.in. A total of 110 faculty vacancies have been announced under the VDU Faculty Recruitment 2026. Candidates within the prescribed age range and possessing the required educational qualifications as per UGC Regulations, 2018 (including PhD and post-graduation requirements for each post) can apply online through the HIMS Portal from 12 May 2026 to 10 June 2026, with hard copy submission to the University by 20 June 2026. The official notification PDF and online application link are available below.
Vikram Dev University Faculty Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Vikram Dev University (VDU), a State Public University established under the Odisha University Act, 1989, has invited online applications from eligible Indian citizens as per UGC Regulations (Notification No. F.1-2/2017/EC/PS dated 18 July 2018) for regular faculty positions. The recruitment is for Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor posts in multiple departments with reservations as per Government of Odisha norms.
Download Vikram Dev University Faculty Recruitment 2026 Employment Notice (No. 1098/Esst./2026)
Vikram Dev University Faculty Recruitment 2026 Overview
Vikram Dev University Faculty Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Vikram Dev University Faculty Vacancy 2026
A total of 110 regular faculty vacancies have been announced for Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor in different departments of Vikram Dev University, Jeypore.
Department-wise Faculty Vacancies
Reservation of 33% for women, 4% for PwD and 1% for Sportspersons will be implemented on merit as per Government of Odisha principles and guidelines.
Vikram Dev University Faculty Eligibility Criteria 2026
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Nationality: Eligible Indian citizens can apply as per UGC eligibility criteria.
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The University follows Government of Odisha rules in respect of reservation and age of superannuation.
Educational Qualification
Detailed subject-wise and post-wise eligibility, API/score requirements and screening norms shall be as per UGC Regulations and Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha guidelines.
Vikram Dev University Faculty Age Limit 2026
The University is governed by Government of Odisha rules in respect of age of superannuation; specific age limits and relaxations are as per State Government norms applicable to university teachers.
Vikram Dev University Faculty Application Fee 2026
Bank Details for Fee Payment
Vikram Dev University Faculty Pay Scale & Conditions
Appointment to all posts will be made as per the University Act and Statutes, UGC Regulations and Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha instructions.
Vikram Dev University Faculty Selection Process 2026
How to Apply for Vikram Dev University Faculty Recruitment 2026
- Visit the HIMS recruitment portal at https://himsrecruitment.odisha.gov.in/ from 12.05.2026 onwards and access the online application link for Vikram Dev University faculty posts.
- Register on the portal, then fill the online application form in all respects with correct personal, academic and experience details as per UGC and University requirements.
- Upload all required supporting documents (certificates, mark sheets, experience, reservation documents, etc.) in the prescribed format along with the online form.
- Pay the applicable non-refundable application processing fee online to the specified SBI bank account of Vikram Dev University and ensure proper entry of payment details.
- Submit the online application form on or before 10.06.2026 (11:59 PM), ensuring it is complete in all respects.
- Download and take a printout of the submitted application form from the portal.
- Send the signed printout of the downloaded application along with all certificates, mark sheets and supporting documents by Registered/Speed Post only to:
The Registrar, Vikram Dev University, Jeypore, Dist- Koraput, Odisha, PIN-764001 so as to reach on or before 20.06.2026 by 5.00 PM. - Keep proof of dispatch and payment details for future reference. For details and updates, regularly check the University website.
Vikram Dev University Faculty Application Form
Eligible candidates who meet the UGC eligibility criteria and University conditions can apply online for Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor posts through the HIMS recruitment portal within the stipulated dates.
The filled-in online application, along with all supporting documents and proof of fee payment, must also be submitted in hard copy by Registered/Speed Post to the Registrar of Vikram Dev University before the prescribed last date.
Application Mode: Online submission through HIMS portal + offline submission (hard copy) by post to the University.
Important Instructions for Candidates
The University will follow UGC Regulations and Government of Odisha rules for all aspects of eligibility, selection, reservation, pay and service conditions for faculty appointments.
Minimum qualifications and selection for direct recruitment to Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and Professor posts shall be strictly as per UGC Regulations, 2018 and amendments.
- The selection committee composition, process and pay structure will be as per UGC Regulations and approved by Government of Odisha.
- The University is governed by Government of Odisha rules for age of superannuation and reservation; candidates must belong to categories as per State norms to claim reservation benefits.
- Reservation for women (33%), PwD (4%) and sportspersons (1%) will be implemented on merit as per prescribed principles and guidelines of Government of Odisha.
- Corrigendum and updates, if any, will be uploaded only on the University website; candidates must visit the website regularly to remain updated.
- Applications not submitted online within the deadline or whose hard copies are not received by the University within the prescribed time will be liable for rejection.
