Khallikote Unitary University, Berhampur has released a fresh notification inviting applications for guest faculty positions. This Khallikote University Recruitment 2026 drive is a good opportunity for candidates looking to build a career in teaching.
The university is hiring for Retired Professor, Retired Associate Professor and Assistant Professor posts on a purely temporary basis. In this article, we will walk you through the complete details in simple language.
Latest Update
The Khallikote University Recruitment 2026 notice was issued on 05 August 2026 under advertisement number 2417, from the Office of the Registrar, Khallikote Unitary University, Berhampur, Ganjam, Odisha.
This recruitment has been brought out as per Government Letter No. 4477/HE dated 01.02.2024 and Letter No. 26639/HE dated 21.05.2026. It is being seen as an important part of guest faculty recruitment in Odisha 2026.
Departments Covered
This recruitment covers a total of 8 departments. Detailed, department-wise vacancy numbers are given in Annexure-A, which is available on the university’s official website.
| Department Name |
|---|
| Botany |
| Commerce |
| Computer Science & MCA |
| Economics |
| Geology |
| History |
| Mathematics |
| Political Science |
Eligibility
Khallikote University Recruitment 2026 has set separate eligibility criteria for two categories. The first is for Retired Professors and Associate Professors, and the second is for Assistant Professor posts.
For Professor and Associate Professor posts, only retired teachers from any government-aided or private higher education institution, holding qualifications prescribed by UGC, can apply. Only retired teachers below the age of 70 are eligible for these posts, and no fresh guest faculty can apply against them.
For Assistant Professor posts, both retired Assistant Professors and fresh or in-service candidates with the required qualifications can apply.
Educational Qualification
Fresh candidates must have a good academic record with a minimum of 55% marks (or equivalent grade) at the Master’s Degree level in the relevant subject from a recognized university. They must also have cleared NET conducted by UGC/CSIR or any other agency recognized by UGC.
Candidates holding an M.Phil or PhD degree, or any national-level fellowship/scholarship, can also apply. For the Computer Science department, candidates with an M.Tech degree will also be considered, and NET is not mandatory for this department.
A relaxation of 5% is given to SC/ST and differently-abled candidates, bringing the minimum qualifying marks down to 50%.
Salary and Honorarium
Khallikote University Recruitment 2026 has fixed a separate honorarium for each post. Professors will be paid Rs. 50,000 per month and Associate Professors Rs. 40,000 per month, subject to taking at least 35 classes a month.
For Assistant Professors, the honorarium is class-based. Candidates with a PhD will get Rs. 1,000 per class (maximum Rs. 60,000 per month), while those without a PhD will get Rs. 750 per class (maximum Rs. 45,000 per month). No other allowance will be paid.
Important Dates
- Notification released: 05 August 2026
- Last date to submit application: 21 August 2026
Application Process
Applications for Khallikote University Recruitment 2026 will not be accepted online; they must be sent through Speed Post only. Candidates should carefully follow the steps given below.
- Prepare the application in the prescribed format.
- Send the application only through Speed Post; no other mode will be accepted.
- Clearly write “Application for Interview of Guest Faculty in the Department of ___” on the envelope, filling in the relevant department name.
- Send the application to: Registrar, Khallikote Unitary University, Berhampur, Ganjam, Odisha, Pin-760001
Required Documents
Candidates must carry certain important documents on the day of the interview. The list is given below.
- Original certificates and mark sheets along with self-attested photocopies
- Evidence of academic achievements such as PhD/M.Phil dissertations, published books, seminar/conference participation and awards
- Two sets of bio-data with full details, including address, phone number, mobile number and email
- Two recent passport-size photographs
Selection Process
Selection will be based on an evaluation criteria fixed by the university, details of which are given in Annexure-I. After scrutiny, the list of eligible candidates will be published only on the university’s official website, https://kuu.ac.in/.
No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for appearing in the interview. The university reserves the right to conduct or cancel the interview at any point of time.
Terms and Conditions
This engagement is purely temporary and will not confer any right to claim a regular post. It will be valid for a maximum of six months, or until the vacancies are filled through regular recruitment, whichever is earlier.
Performance will be reviewed every quarter, and the university can terminate the engagement without assigning any reason if performance is not satisfactory. Retired teachers will be allowed to continue only up to the age of 70.
Conclusion
Khallikote University Recruitment 2026 is a good opportunity for candidates looking for a temporary yet respectable position in the teaching sector. The last date to apply for this guest faculty recruitment in Odisha 2026 is 21 August 2026, so eligible candidates should send their applications well in time.
Detailed vacancy numbers are given in Annexure-A, which has not yet been made public by the university. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website of Khallikote Unitary University at https://kuu.ac.in/ so they don’t miss any update or corrigendum.
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