OUAT Assistant Professor Recruitment 2025: Apply Offline for 57 Vacancies
The Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT) has officially announced recruitment for 57 Assistant Professor vacancies across various disciplines. Read on for essential details, including application guidelines and key recruitment timelines.
OUAT Notification 2025 Out
The official notification for OUAT Recruitment 2025 is now live, inviting applications for 57 faculty positions. The offline application window opened on 19 November 2025. Candidates are encouraged to thoroughly review the recruitment document for eligibility criteria, vacancy breakdowns, and document requirements. Please ensure your application reaches the authorities before the deadline on 20 December 2025.
Download the Official OUAT Assistant Professor 2025 Recruitment Notification
OUAT Recruitment 2025: Overview
Below is a summary of the OUAT Teaching Recruitment 2025, providing a clear overview of critical application dates, total vacancies, the selection process, and other essential requirements for prospective applicants.
| OUAT Teaching Recruitment 2025 Overview | |
| Organization | Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology |
| Notification No. | E-II-II-05/2025 |
| Post Name | Assistant Professor |
| Age Limit | 42 years as of the last date of application |
| Salary | Level-10 Rs. 57,700/- |
| Vacancies | 57 |
| Notification Date | 19 November 2025 |
| Starting Date to Apply | 19 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 December 2025 |
| Application Form | Click Here to Download |
| Official Website | ouat.ac.in |
OUAT Assistant Professor Vacancy 2025
The Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology has published its latest recruitment notification, inviting eligible professionals to apply for 57 teaching positions across diverse academic departments.
| Post Name | No . of Vacancies |
| Agricultural Science | |
| Agronomy | 04 |
| Plant Breeding | 09 |
| Plant Physiology | 02 |
| Fruits & Horticulture Technology | 02 |
| Vegetable Science | 03 |
| Post-Harvest Management | 01 |
| Plant Pathology | 04 |
| Nematology | 02 |
| Soil Science & Ag. Chemistry | 06 |
| Ag. Economics | 03 |
| Ag. Statistics | 01 |
| Ag. Extension Education | 02 |
| Ag. Biotechnology | 02 |
| Agro-Forestry | 02 |
| Ag. Engineering & Tech | |
| Soil & Water Conservation Engineering (SWCE) | 01 |
| Farm Machinery & Power (FMP) | 01 |
| Community Science | |
| Apparel & Textile Science | 03 |
| Extension Education & Communication Management | 04 |
| Human Development & Family Studies | 02 |
| Resource Management & Consumer Science | 02 |
| Food Nutrition | 01 |
| Total | 57 |
OUAT Faculty Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for these Assistant Professor roles is determined by academic performance, UGC NET/Ph.D. requirements, and specific institutional norms. Candidates must meet the essential qualifications detailed in the notification to be considered for these openings.
| Post | Essential qualification | Desirable Qualification |
| Assistant Professor/ Equivalent |
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Ph.D. in the concerned subject. |
Age Limit
- 42 years as on the last date of the application for general candidates.
- Relaxation will be applicable for the reserve category as per Govt. norms.
- No upper limit for OUAT employees.
OUAT Online Application Fee
Applicants are required to submit the specified non-refundable application fee. Please refer to the official notification for the exact payment method and bank details required for the transaction.
| Particular | Details |
| Fee Amount | ₹700/- (Non-refundable) |
| Payment Mode | Green Channel Counter (GCC), Internet Banking, RTGS |
| Payment Details |
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Steps to Apply for OUAT Recruitment 2025
Before applying, please carefully verify your qualifications against the requirements listed in the notification. Ensure that your application form is completed accurately and legibly to avoid any potential disqualification.
- Download and fill out the application completely in all respects.
- Attach self-attested copies of all academic and experience certificates.
- Candidates already in service must route their application through the proper channel.
- Attach the original fee counterfoil, duly signed by the candidate.
- Ensure all required documents (qualification details, publications, experience records) are properly enclosed.
- Affix a recent passport-size color photograph in the designated space.
- The duly filled application form along with all relevant documents must be sent to the Registrar, Odisha University of Agriculture & Technology (OUAT), Bhubaneswar–751003, Odisha, only through Speed Post or Registered Post.
OUAT Selection Process
The selection process for candidates consists of a comprehensive evaluation covering academic merits, written examination results, research publications, and performance in the personal interview. The weighted criteria are outlined below:
| Particulars | Marks |
| Academic Records | 40% |
| Written Test | 30% |
| Research Publication | 10% |
| Viva Voice | 20% |
Shortlisting will be based on an 80-mark evaluation (incorporating academics, written tests, and research publications). Candidates meeting the threshold will be invited for an interview (at a ratio of 4:1 per vacancy). The final merit list will be determined by the cumulative score of the shortlisting marks and the interview performance.
OUAT Assistant Professor Salary
Successful candidates for the Assistant Professor posts will receive compensation as per the Cell-1, Level-10 pay scale under the 7th Pay Commission. In addition to the base salary, appointees are eligible for standard allowances as prescribed by OUAT and the Government of Odisha.
| Grade Pay | Basic Pay | Allowances |
| 7th CPC | ₹57,700/- | Dearness Allowance (DA) and other admissible allowances as per norms |