Overview
Odisha University of Agriculture & Technology (OUAT), Bhubaneswar has released a recruitment notification for the post of Assistant Professor / Equivalent in Veterinary Science subjects (10 Posts vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply before 7 December 2026, 5.00 PM (receipt).
Key Details
- Organization
- Odisha University of Agriculture & Technology (OUAT), Bhubaneswar
- Qualification
- Second Class Bachelor's and Master's Degree with at least 55% marks / equivalent OGPA, plus NET (or Ph.D. exemption)
- Vacancies
- 10 Posts
- Last date to apply
- 7 December 2026, 5.00 PM (receipt)
Important Dates
| Last Date | 7 December 2026, 5.00 PM (receipt) |
| Date of advertisement | 07 November 2026 |
| Last date for receipt of application | 07/12/2026, 5.00 PM |
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Animal Breeding & Genetics) | 1 |
| Assistant Professor (Animal Reproduction, Gynecology & Obstetrics) | 1 |
| Assistant Professor (Vety. Medicine) | 2 |
| Assistant Professor (Poultry Science) | 1 |
| Assistant Professor (Livestock Production Management) | 1 |
| Assistant Professor (Animal Nutrition) | 1 |
| Assistant Professor (Vety. Pathology) | 1 |
| Assistant Professor (Vety. Biochemistry) | 1 |
| Assistant Professor (Livestock Product Technology) | 1 |
Important Links
- Official NotificationOpen Link
Eligibility
The advertisement covers Assistant Professor / Equivalent posts in these Veterinary Science subjects: Post: Vacancies | Pay Assistant Professor (Animal Breeding & Genetics): 1 | Usual DA and other allowances as admissible Assistant Professor (Animal Reproduction, Gynecology & Obstetrics): 1 | Usual DA and other allowances as admissible Assistant Professor (Vety. Medicine): 2 | Usual DA and other allowances as admissible Assistant Professor (Poultry Science): 1 | Cell-1, Level-10, Rs.57,700/- with usual DA and other allowances as admissible Assistant Professor (Livestock Production Management): 1 | Usual DA and other allowances as admissible Assistant Professor (Animal Nutrition): 1 | Usual DA and other allowances as admissible Assistant Professor (Vety. Pathology): 1 | Usual DA and other allowances as admissible Assistant Professor (Vety. Biochemistry): 1 | Usual DA and other allowances as admissible Assistant Professor (Livestock Product Technology): 1 | Usual DA and other allowances as admissible The advertisement shows the vacancies category-wise under ST, SC, SEBC, UR and PwD, with seats for women (W). The notice states that the reservation break-up may change with Government Orders. If enough eligible women candidates of a community are not available, those vacancies will be filled by male candidates of that community. PwD candidates with a permanent disability of not below 40% are suitable to apply.
Age Limit
• All posts: 42 years as on the last date of the application for general candidates. • All subjects except Poultry Science: relaxation for reserved category candidates as per Government norms. • Poultry Science: relaxation of 05 years for reserved category candidates. • There is no upper age limit for OUAT employees. • Retirement age (stated on the Poultry Science information sheet): 60 years.
Application Fee
Category: Fee All candidates: Rs.700/- (non-refundable) The fee is paid in favour of the Comptroller, OUAT, Bhubaneswar-751003, Odisha. It must be deposited directly through Green Channel Counter (GCC), Internet Banking or Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) into the Comptroller's account: A/C No. 10173711536, State Bank of India, OUAT Campus Branch, Bhubaneswar, Branch Code 03341, IFSC SBIN0003341. No other mode of payment will be considered. An application without the prescribed fee and the original counterfoil will be rejected.
Selection Process
Selection is based on a total weighted score made up of academic records, a written test, research publication and a viva-voce. The written test and interview are held at Bhubaneswar, and candidates attend at their own cost. Criterion: Weightage Academic Records (as per UGC guidelines): 40% Written Test: 30% Research Publication: 10% Viva-Voce: 20% • Research publication: only the best one publication is considered. It gets a weightage of 2 for a NAAS rating of 4-6, 6 for a rating above 6-8, and 10 for a rating above 8. Mention your best paper with its NAAS rating in the form. • Based on the score out of 80 (academic records, written test and publication), four times the number of advertised posts will be called for interview from the top scorers. • The interview score is added to the score out of 80 to rank the candidates.
Important Instructions
• Applications are likely to be rejected for: more than one form for the same post; an incomplete or unsigned application; the full fee not deposited in the prescribed manner; being under-age or over-age on the closing date; or lacking the essential qualification or experience on the closing date. • Incomplete applications will be summarily rejected, and no correspondence will be entertained. • Furnishing false information or suppressing facts is a disqualification. If such a case is found during service, the service is liable to be terminated. • Canvassing in any form is a disqualification, and no correspondence about the selection, test, interview or appointment will be entertained. • Any change of address must be reported in writing at once to the Registrar, OUAT, Bhubaneswar. • The University reserves the right to cancel the written test and interview or the entire recruitment process due to unforeseen circumstances. It may also not fill the required number of posts, or any of the posts, without assigning reasons.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for OUAT Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 10 Posts?
Last Date: 7 December 2026, 5.00 PM (receipt); Date of advertisement: 07 November 2026; Last date for receipt of application: 07/12/2026, 5.00 PM
What is the application fee?
Rs.700/- (non-refundable)
What is the age limit?
42 years for general candidates as on the last date of the application
What is the selection process?
Selection is based on a total weighted score made up of academic records, a written test, research publication and a viva-voce. The written test and interview are held at Bhubaneswar, and candidates attend at their own cost. Criterion: Weightage Academic Records (as per UGC guidelines): 40% Written Test: 30% Research Publication: 10% Viva-Voce: 20% • Research publication: only the best one publication is considered. It gets a weightage of 2 for a NAAS rating of 4-6, 6 for a rating above 6-8, and 10 for a rating above 8. Mention your best paper with its NAAS rating in the form. • Based on the score out of 80 (academic records, written test and publication), four times the number of advertised posts will be called for interview from the top scorers. • The interview score is added to the score out of 80 to rank the candidates.