Utkal University, Research and Development Cell (Utkal University) has recently published an official recruitment notification for the post of Field Investigator (Unorganized Labour) and other Posts. According to the notification, a total of 28 vacancies are available under this recruitment drive. Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the official notification can submit their application through the offline process.
Offline applications for the vacancies of Field Investigator (Unorganized Labour) and other Posts are open. The last date to apply is 23 October 2026. Candidates are advised to submit their application well before the deadline.
Before filling out the application form, we strongly recommend that every interested candidate should carefully go through the complete details of this recruitment, including the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limits, application fees, selection process, and other important requirements for Field Investigator (Unorganized Labour) and other Posts vacancies. All the important details are provided below in a simple and easy-to-understand format.
Utkal University – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research Assistant (Environment Studies, Climate Change and Public Health) | 2 | Rs.37000-37000/- | Odisha |
| Research Associate (Public Policy and Governance) | 1 | Rs.47000-47000/- | Odisha |
| Research Assistant (Public Policy and Governance) | 1 | Rs.37000-37000/- | Odisha |
| Field Investigator (Public Policy and Governance) | 2 | Rs.20000-20000/- | Odisha |
| Research Assistant (North-East India Studies) | 1 | Rs.37000-37000/- | Odisha |
| Field Investigator (North-East India Studies) | 5 | Rs.20000-20000/- | Odisha |
| Research Assistant (Rural Studies) | 1 | Rs.37000-37000/- | Odisha |
| Field Investigator (Rural Studies) | 1 | Rs.20000-20000/- | Odisha |
| Research Assistant (Unorganized Labour) | 1 | Rs.37000-37000/- | Odisha |
| Field Investigator (Unorganized Labour) | 6 | Rs.20000-20000/- | Odisha |
| Research Assistant (Language, Literature and Culture) | 1 | Rs.37000-37000/- | Odisha |
| Field Investigator (Language, Literature and Culture) | 3 | Rs.20000-20000/- | Odisha |
| Research Associate (High Energy and Condensed Matter Physics) | 1 | Rs.47000-47000/- | Odisha |
| Research Assistant (High Energy and Condensed Matter Physics) | 1 | Rs.37000-37000/- | Odisha |
| Research-cum-Academic Coordinator | 1 | Rs.37000-37000/- | Odisha |
| Total Vacancies: | 28 |
Utkal University Recruitment – Important Eligibility / Requirements
To be eligible for Utkal University Field Investigator (Unorganized Labour) and other Posts, candidates must possess the required educational qualifications as prescribed by Utkal University, Research and Development Cell. The minimum qualification, experience requirements, and other eligibility details for each post are mentioned in the table below. Candidates are advised to verify their eligibility before applying.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Research Assistant (Environment Studies, Climate Change and Public Health) | M.Sc. in Botany, Zoology, Biotechnology or any other Life Science subject with minimum 55% marks OR M.A./M.Sc. in Economics, Geography, Geology, Public Health or Environmental Science with minimum 55% marks; NET, Ph.D. preferred; hands-on experience in animal cell culture technique desirable | No Details |
| Research Associate (Public Policy and Governance) | Postgraduate in Social Science discipline, preferably Political Science, Public Administration, Economics, Sociology or Development Studies, with minimum 55% marks, along with NET, Ph.D. and at least two years of research experience | 2 years |
| Research Assistant (Public Policy and Governance) | Postgraduate in Social Science discipline, preferably Political Science, Public Administration, Economics, Sociology or Development Studies, with minimum 55% marks; NET, Ph.D. preferred | No Details |
| Field Investigator (Public Policy and Governance) | Graduate in Social Science with minimum 55% marks; four-year graduation program or postgraduate degree holder preferred | No Details |
| Research Assistant (North-East India Studies) | Postgraduate in Social Science and Humanities disciplines with minimum 55% marks; NET, Ph.D. preferred | No Details |
| Field Investigator (North-East India Studies) | Graduate in Social Science and Humanities with minimum 55% marks; four-year graduation program or postgraduate degree holder preferred | No Details |
| Research Assistant (Rural Studies) | Postgraduate in Social Science discipline with minimum 55% marks; NET, Ph.D. preferred | No Details |
| Field Investigator (Rural Studies) | Graduate in Social Science discipline with minimum 55% marks; four-year graduation program or postgraduate degree holder preferred | No Details |
| Research Assistant (Unorganized Labour) | Postgraduate in Management, PMIR, Social Work or Sociology with minimum 55% marks; Ph.D., M.Phil. or NET with research experience preferred | No Details |
| Field Investigator (Unorganized Labour) | Graduate in any Management or Social Science discipline with minimum 55% marks; four-year graduation program or postgraduate degree holder preferred | No Details |
| Research Assistant (Language, Literature and Culture) | Postgraduate in English, Odia, Sanskrit or any Social Science or Humanities discipline with minimum 55% marks; NET, Ph.D. preferred | No Details |
| Field Investigator (Language, Literature and Culture) | Graduate in Social Science and Humanities with minimum 55% marks; four-year graduation program or postgraduate degree holder preferred | No Details |
| Research Associate (High Energy and Condensed Matter Physics) | M.Sc. in Physics with minimum 55% marks, with NET, Ph.D. and at least two years of research experience | 2 years |
| Research Assistant (High Energy and Condensed Matter Physics) | M.Sc. in Physics with minimum 55% marks; NET, Ph.D. preferred | No Details |
| Research-cum-Academic Coordinator | Master’s degree in any discipline with minimum 55% marks; experience in project coordination and documentation, research and policy documentation, computer skills and digital data management preferred | No Details |
Apart from educational qualifications, candidates must also satisfy the age criteria as specified by Utkal University, Research and Development Cell for Field Investigator (Unorganized Labour) and other Posts. The minimum and maximum age limits applicable for each post, along with any age relaxation as per government norms for reserved categories, are given below.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Research Assistant (Environment Studies, Climate Change and Public Health) | No Details |
| Research Associate (Public Policy and Governance) | No Details |
| Research Assistant (Public Policy and Governance) | No Details |
| Field Investigator (Public Policy and Governance) | No Details |
| Research Assistant (North-East India Studies) | No Details |
| Field Investigator (North-East India Studies) | No Details |
| Research Assistant (Rural Studies) | No Details |
| Field Investigator (Rural Studies) | No Details |
| Research Assistant (Unorganized Labour) | No Details |
| Field Investigator (Unorganized Labour) | No Details |
| Research Assistant (Language, Literature and Culture) | No Details |
| Field Investigator (Language, Literature and Culture) | No Details |
| Research Associate (High Energy and Condensed Matter Physics) | No Details |
| Research Assistant (High Energy and Condensed Matter Physics) | No Details |
| Research-cum-Academic Coordinator | No Details |
The application fee details for this recruitment will be updated in the official notification. Candidates are advised to check the official website for the latest fee structure before applying.
The selection of candidates for Field Investigator (Unorganized Labour) and other Posts will be carried out through Shortlisting and interview, as per official notification. The final selection will be subject to document verification and medical examination as per the rules and regulations of Utkal University, Research and Development Cell. Candidates are advised to prepare accordingly.
How to Apply for Utkal University Recruitment [ Complete Guide ]
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Offline Application |
The application for this recruitment of Utkal University, Research and Development Cell is offline. All interested and eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment offline by sending the form to Offline application. Deadline: 23 October 2026. (get form from https://utkaluniversity.ac.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/4.-Website-Advertisement-final.pdf) before 23 October 2026.
Important Links
| Official Notification / PDF | Download Notification |
| Application Form | Download Form |
| Official Website | utkaluniversity.ac.in |