IMA Bhubaneswar Recruitment 2025: Professor and Post-Doctoral Fellow Positions

Last Date to Apply: 12th June 2025

Advertise Number: Letter No: IMA/100/683/2025

Post names/names:

• Professor (Mathematics)
• Post Doctoral Fellow
  

Job Post Recruitment Board Overview – Institute of Mathematics & Applications (IMA)

The Institute of Mathematics & Applications (IMA), a prestigious institution in Andharua, Bhubaneswar, is part of the Government of Odisha’s Science & Technology Department. In 2025, IMA is seeking qualified Indian citizens to apply for the positions of Post Doctoral Fellow and Professor (Mathematics). The goal of this recruitment campaign is to fill seven Unreserved (UR) positions—two for Professor and five for Post Doctoral Fellow. The application period is now open, providing academic professionals with a fantastic chance to work for a renowned organization dedicated to furthering mathematical research and education.

Job Brief Information

Job Post Details

Field	Details
Post Name	Professor (Mathematics), Post Doctoral Fellow
Compensation	Professor: As per IMA norms (details onhttps://iomaorissa.ac.in/); Post Doctoral Fellow: Rs.58,000 (1st year), Rs.61,000 (2nd year), Rs.67,000 (3rd year) + Rs.40,000/year contingency grant + HRA
Total Vacancies	7 (2 Professor, 5 Post Doctoral Fellow)
Notification Date	17th May 2025
Last Date to Apply	12th June 2025
Organization	Institute of Mathematics & Applications (IMA), Science & Technology Department, Govt. of Odisha

Professor (Mathematics) and Post-Doctoral Fellow Overview

The Government of Odisha’s Science & Technology Department includes the Institute of Mathematics & Applications (IMA), a distinguished university located in Andharua, Bhubaneswar. IMA is looking for eligible Indian citizens to apply for the Post Doctoral Fellow and Professor (Mathematics) jobs in 2025. This recruitment effort aims to fill seven Unreserved (UR) seats, including five for Post Doctoral Fellows and two for Professors. Academic professionals have a great opportunity to work for a prestigious institution committed to advancing mathematical research and education, and the application period is currently open.

Eligibility Criteria – IMA Professor and Post Doctoral Fellow Posts

Role	Educational Qualification	Age Limit	Age Relaxation	Other Criteria
Professor (Mathematics)	PhD in Mathematics/Statistics/Computer Science; 10 research publications in peer-reviewed/UGC-listed journals, research score of 120 (Appendix II, Table 2); OR outstanding professional with PhD and significant contributions	Not specified	Not specified	10 years teaching/research experience at university/national level, evidence of guiding PhD candidates; Indian nationals only
Post Doctoral Fellow	PhD in Mathematics (completed or dissertation submitted)	Below 35 years	Not specified	Expected to engage in teaching and research; Indian nationals only

Additional Criteria:

• Professor: Must provide evidence of 10 years of teaching experience as Assistant/Associate Professor/Professor or equivalent research experience, with a minimum of 10 research publications and a research score of 120 as per UGC guidelines.
• Post Doctoral Fellow: Must be below 35 years, with a focus on teaching and research at IMA. Candidates who have submitted their PhD dissertations are also eligible.
• Applications must be submitted in the prescribed format with supporting documents (e.g., certificates, mark sheets, publications).
• Candidates belonging to SC/ST must furnish a valid certificate issued by the competent authority of the Government of Odisha.

Selection Process

Stage	Details
Stage 1	Application submission in prescribed format with enclosures (Professor: API Score card required; PDF: synopsis of thesis, publication list)
Stage 2	Professor: Interview with verification of records (API score, certificates); PDF: Presentation of research project followed by interview of shortlisted candidates

Structure of Online Test (if applicable)

The recruitment process for Professor (Mathematics) and Post Doctoral Fellow posts does not involve an online test. Selection involves application review, followed by an interview for Professors, and a presentation and interview for Post-Doctoral Fellows. Details are available on https://iomaorissa.ac.in/.

Number of Posts and Reservation

Discipline	Professor Vacancies	Post Doctoral Fellow Vacancies	Total
Mathematics	2	–	2
Post Doctoral Fellowship	–	5	5
Total	2	5	7

Verification Note: Total vacancies are confirmed as 7 (2 for Professor (Mathematics), 5 for Post Doctoral Fellow), all in the Unreserved (UR) category. No reservation for SC/ST/OBC is mentioned in the document, though SC/ST candidates must submit valid certificates if applicable.

How To Apply

1. Visit the IMA website:https://iomaorissa.ac.in/ to download the prescribed application form and review detailed eligibility criteria.
2. Fill the application form as per the prescribed format:
   • Professor: Include self-attested copies of certificates, mark sheets (from matriculation onwards), evidence of teaching/research experience, PhD guidance proof, list of publications, best five published articles, front page of other articles, API Score card (as per UGC guidelines), and date of birth certificate.
   • Post Doctoral Fellow: Include a synopsis of the thesis (max 2 pages), list of journal publications (including communicated/accepted), and reprints of up to three best publications.
3. Authenticate each page of the application form and enclosures with your full signature.
4. Enclose the application in a secure envelope superscribed “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF [PROFESSOR/POST DOCTORAL FELLOW]” and send via Speed Post/Registered Post to:
   Director, Institute of Mathematics and Applications, P.O. Andharua, Bhubaneswar, Odisha 751029.
5. Post Doctoral Fellow Only: Additionally, send a scanned copy of the complete application with enclosures via email to contact.ima@iomaorissa.ac.in.
6. In-service candidates must route their application through the proper channel or submit a “No Objection Certificate” from their employer at the time of the interview.
7. Ensure the application reaches the Director by 12th June 2025. Applications received after this date, not in the prescribed format, or via other modes, will be rejected.

Application Fees

Category	Fees
All Categories	Not specified

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What is IMA Bhubaneswar Recruitment 2025?

A: It is a recruitment drive by the Institute of Mathematics & Applications (IMA), Bhubaneswar, to fill 2 Professor (Mathematics) and 5 Post Doctoral Fellow posts in the Unreserved (UR) category for 2025.

Q2: Who can apply?

A: Indian nationals meeting the eligibility criteria: Professors need a PhD in Mathematics/Statistics/Computer Science with 10 years of teaching/research experience and 10 publications; Post Doctoral Fellows need a PhD in Mathematics (or dissertation submitted) and must be below 35 years.

Q3: What is the last date to apply?

A: 12th June 2025.

Q4: How do I apply?

A: Download the prescribed form fromhttps://iomaorissa.ac.in/, fill it with required enclosures (e.g., certificates, publications, API Score card for Professors), and send it via Speed Post/Registered Post to the Director, IMA, Bhubaneswar by 12/06/2025. PDFs must also email a scanned copy to contact.ima@iomaorissa.ac.in.

Q5: What is the selection process?

A: Professors are selected via interview after record verification; Post Doctoral Fellows are selected based on a presentation of their research project, followed by an interview.

Q6: What are the benefits of this job?

A: Professors receive a scale of pay as per IMA norms (details on the website). Post Doctoral Fellows receive Rs. 58,000 (1st year), Rs. 61,000 (2nd year), Rs. 67,000 (3rd year), a Rs. 40,000/year contingency grant, HRA as per Odisha government norms, and a Rs. 2,000/month reader allowance for visually handicapped persons.

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