Utkal University Recruitment 2026: The Research and Development Cell, Utkal University, Bhubaneswar, has released a notification for the engagement of research staff under R&D CF Sustainability Grants and RUSA 2.0 Centres of Excellence. A total of 28 vacancies are available for Research Associates, Research Assistants, Field Investigators, and Research-cum-Academic Coordinator. The appointments are purely temporary and contractual.
Department: Research and Development Cell
Post Name: Research Associate, Research Assistant, Field Investigator, Research-cum-Academic Coordinator
Total Vacancies: 28
Last Date to Apply : 23 October 2026
Eligibility: postgraduate degree, NET/Ph.D
Salary: ₹20,000 to ₹47,000
Job Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha, and designated research field sites
Job Type: Temporary and Contractual
Application Mode: Offline (Speed Post)
Vacancy Details
Total Vacancies: 28 Posts
Post Name: Research Associate, Research Assistant, Field Investigator, Research-cum-Academic Coordinator
1. Research Associate (RA): 02 Posts
2. Research Assistant (RAt): 08 Posts
3. Field Investigator (FI): 17 Posts
4. Research-cum-Academic Coordinator (RAC): 01 Post
Centre-wise Vacancy Details
1. Centre for Environment Studies, Climate Change & Public Health
Research Assistant: 02 Posts
2. Centre for Public Policy & Governance
Research Associate: 01 Post
Research Assistant: 01 Post
Field Investigator: 02 Posts
3. Centre for North-East India Studies
Research Assistant: 01 Post
Field Investigator: 05 Posts
4. Global Centre of Rural Studies
Research Assistant: 01 Post
Field Investigator: 01 Post
5. Centre for Study of Unorganized Labour
Research Assistant: 01 Post
Field Investigator: 06 Posts
6. Centre for Study of Language, Literature & Culture
Research Assistant: 01 Post
Field Investigator: 03 Posts
7. High Energy and Condensed Matter Physics
Research Associate: 01 Post
Research Assistant: 01 Post
8. Academic Coordinator (R&D Cell)
Research-cum-Academic Coordinator: 01 Post
Eligibility Criteria
Research Associate: Relevant postgraduate degree with at least 55% marks, NET/Ph.D., and research experience as specified for the post.
Research Assistant: Relevant postgraduate degree with a minimum of 55% marks. NET/Ph.D. is preferred for most posts.
Field Investigator: Graduation in the relevant Social Science, Humanities, Management, or related discipline with at least 55% marks, depending on the post.
Research-cum-Academic Coordinator: Master’s degree in any discipline with at least 55% marks. Project coordination, documentation, computer skills, and digital data management experience are preferred.
Candidates must check the specific qualification requirements for their chosen Centre of Excellence in the official notification.
Age Limit
The notification does not specify an age limit.
Application Fee
The notification does not mention any application fee.
Salary
Research Associate (RA): ₹47,000 per month
Research Assistant (RAt): ₹37,000 per month
Field Investigator (FI): ₹20,000 per month
Research-cum-Academic Coordinator (RAC): ₹37,000 per month
Note: The engagement period ranges from 2 to 6 months, depending on the post.
Selection Process
The notification does not specify a detailed selection procedure. Shortlisted candidates will be informed by email or phone.
Exam Pattern
No written examination pattern has been specified in the notification.
Syllabus
No examination syllabus has been specified because the notification does not mention a written examination.
Important Dates
Apply Date: 09 October 2026
Last Date to Apply : 23 October 2026
How to Apply: Offline
Form Apply address
Director, Research and Development (R&D Cell)
Utkal University, Vani Vihar,
Bhubaneswar – 751004, Odisha, India.Candidates must attach self-attested certificates and mark sheets, details of achievements and research work, experience certificates (if any), employer forwarding (where applicable), and reprints of research publications.
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About: Utkal University, located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, is one of the leading universities in the state. Its Research and Development Cell supports research activities and various Centres of Excellence under RUSA 2.0.