VDU Head of the Department, Assistant Professor Vacancy 2026

VDU Recruitment 2026 - Head of the Department, Assistant Professor

VDU has released an official notification for the recruitment of Head of the Department, Assistant Professor posts (37 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment before 16 Dec 2026. Read the full details below including eligibility criteria, important dates, and how to apply.

VDU Head of the Department, Assistant Professor - Overview

Organization	VDU
Post Name	Head of the Department, Assistant Professor
Total Vacancies	37
Advertisement No.	1170/Estt/26
Qualification	MBA/PGDM, M.Phil/Ph.D, M.E/M.Tech, Post Graduate, M.Sc, MCA, B.Ed, M.Ed, CS, M.P.Ed, MFA
Location	Jajapur, Odisha
Job Type	Contract
Application Start Date	07 Dec 2026
Last Date to Apply	16 Dec 2026
Official Website	vikramdevuniversity.ac.in

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for VDU Head of the Department, Assistant Professor recruitment must possess the following educational qualification: MBA/PGDM, M.Phil/Ph.D, M.E/M.Tech, Post Graduate, M.Sc, MCA, B.Ed, M.Ed, CS, M.P.Ed, MFA. Candidates are advised to check the official notification for detailed eligibility requirements.

Age Limit

The maximum age of the candidate should be 65 years. Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for reserved categories. Please refer to the official notification for details.

Important Dates

Application Start Date	07 Dec 2026
Last Date to Apply	16 Dec 2026

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates can apply for VDU Head of the Department, Assistant Professor recruitment 2026 by following these steps:

Visit the official website: vikramdevuniversity.ac.in
Look for the Head of the Department, Assistant Professor recruitment notification
Read the eligibility criteria and ensure you meet all requirements
Fill in the application form with accurate details
Upload the required documents and photograph
Submit the application and save the confirmation for future reference

Important Links

Official Notification	Download PDF
Official Website	vikramdevuniversity.ac.in

Also Check

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the Vikram Dev University walk-in interview 2026?

The walk-in interviews are held subject-wise on 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15 and 16 December 2026. Each subject has its own date and session in the printed schedule.

What is the reporting time for the walk-in interview?

Interviews start at 09:00 AM onwards for the morning subject and 02:00 PM onwards for the afternoon subject on each date.

Where will the walk-in interview be held?

The walk-in interviews will be held in the Conference Hall of Vikram Dev University, Jayapur, Koraput, Odisha.

How many vacancies are there in Vikram Dev University Recruitment 2026?

There are 37 positions: 34 for the Integrated Teacher Education Programme, 2 for Master of Computer Science and 1 for MBA.

What qualification is needed for Assistant Professor in Liberal Discipline and Pedagogy?

A P.G. in the concerned subject with minimum 55% marks, a B.Ed. with minimum 55% marks from a recognized University, and NET or SET or Ph.D. in Education or in the concerned subject as prescribed by the UGC.

What experience is required for the Head of the Department post?

Ten years of teaching experience in a teacher education institution for Professor and eight years for Associate Professor, besides a postgraduate degree, M.Ed. and Ph.D. in Education.

What is the age limit for Vikram Dev University faculty posts?

The applicant applying for Faculty on contractual basis should be below the age of 65 years.

What documents should I bring to the walk-in interview?

Bring your C.V with all certificates and mark sheets from H.S.C. onwards, self-attested, along with the original copies of the same.

Is this a permanent job?

No. The engagement is on contractual basis with consolidated pay for the session 2027-28, is purely temporary and can be terminated at any time without assigning any reason.

When will the selected candidates join?

For the Integrated Teacher Education Programme, the engagement takes effect from the commencement of the Academic Session 2027-28, i.e. 17 June 2027.