Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) is recruiting for regular 8 Associate Professor vacancies. The recruitment is for various disciplines in the Government College of Engineering, Kalahandi under the Skill Development & Technical Education Department. The recruitment advertisement was released on 31/08/2024, and the job location is in Kalahandi, Odisha. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from 04/09/2024 to 04/10/2024.

Recruitment Overview

Recruitment Organization Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)
Post Name Associate Professor
Advt No. 03 of 2024-25
Nature of Job Regular
Vacancies 8
Salary Level-13A1 (Rs.1,31,400/-)
Job Location Kalahandi, Odisha
Category Group A

Post Details

S.No. Post Name Vacancies
1 Civil Engineering ST-1, SC-1
2 Electrical Engineering ST-1, SC-1
3 Mechanical Engineering ST-1, UR-1
4 Workshop Superintendent UR-1
5 Computer Science & Engineering UR-1

Age Eligibility

The minimum age limit for the posts is 21 years as of 04/10/2024. The maximum age limit is 60 years (Date of Superannuation as per date of birth). The reference date for age calculation is 04/10/2024.

Category Age Relaxation

Exam Fee

Category Fee
All Candidates Exempted (As per G.A. Dept. letter dated 11/04/2022)

Essential Qualification

Post Name Essential Qualification
Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering
  • Ph.D. degree in the relevant field and First class or equivalent at either Bachelor's or Master's level in the relevant branch.
  • At least 6 research publications in SCI journals/UGC/AICTE approved list of journals.
  • Minimum 8 years of experience in teaching/research/industry (Level-10, entry pay Rs. 57,770), out of which at least 2 years shall be Post Ph.D. experience.
  • At least a total research score of 75 as per the UGC Regulations.
Workshop Superintendent
  • Qualifications as prescribed for Associate Professor in Mechanical/Production Engineering.

Selection Process

Step Details
Shortlisting Based on research score as per UGC Regulations, in the ratio of 1:4.
Interview
  • Total Marks: 100
  • Qualifying Marks: 50
  • Distribution of Marks:
    • Research Domain Knowledge: 40
    • Teaching Ability: 20
    • Attitude, Contribution to Students Welfare, Institute Welfare, and innovation: 20
    • Interview Performance: 20

How to Apply

  1. Go through the details of this advertisement available on the OPSC website.
  2. Apply online through the OPSC website.
  3. Before filling the online application form, go through the detailed instructions available on the OPSC portal.
  4. Upload scanned copies of required certificates, mark sheets, and other documents.
  5. Submit the online application well in advance of the closing date.

Important Dates

Online application start date 04/09/2024
Online application last date 04/10/2024 (11:59 PM)

Important Links

OPSC Website Available From 04/09/2024
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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe reservations be exchanged?

No, the exchange of reservations between Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe will not be considered.

Are government servants eligible to apply?

Yes, government servants (both temporary and permanent) are eligible to apply provided they meet the required qualifications and age limit. They must inform their respective Heads of Offices and submit a "No Objection Certificate" during document verification.

Is there any relaxation in the application fee?

Yes, all candidates are exempted from paying the examination fee as per the G.A. Department letter No. 9897/Gen., dated 11/04/2022.

Will the number of vacancies be filled as advertised?

The number of vacancies to be filled may be subject to change by the government without notice, based on the needs of public service and at the discretion of the State Government.