Odisha Vice-Chancellor Recruitment 2025

Advertisement Numbers: PT1-HE-UE-MISC-0014-202523754/HE Last Date to Apply: 05 July 2025 Post Names: Vice-Chancellor

Vice-Chancellor Recruitment in Odisha Public Universities

Overview of Higher Education Department, Odisha

The Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha, oversees the administration and development of higher education across the state. It manages 13 State Public Universities, fostering academic excellence, research, and innovation to shape Odisha’s educational landscape.

Details of Vice-Chancellor Position

The Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha, invites applications for the prestigious Vice-Chancellor position in 13 State Public Universities. This Vice-Chancellor recruitment offers an opportunity for distinguished academicians to lead renowned institutions.

Field	Details
Post Name	Vice-Chancellor
Total Vacancies	13 (One for each listed university)
Notification Date	03 June 2025
Last Date to Apply	05 July 2025 (for email and HIMS portal); 10 July 2025 (for hard copy)
Organization/Board	Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha

Eligibility Criteria

Eligible candidates for the Vice-Chancellor recruitment must be distinguished academicians with proven administrative excellence. Below are the detailed eligibility requirements:

Field	Details
Educational Qualification	Ph.D. with 10 years of experience as a Professor in a University system or equivalent in a reputed research/academic organization
Age Limit	Below 66 years as of 01.12.2025 (born on or after 02.12.1959)
Age Relaxation	As per government rules
Other Criteria	Proven academic and administrative excellence, no pending disciplinary or criminal cases

Selection Process

The Vice-Chancellor selection process involves shortlisting and an interview by a three-member Selection Committee. Details of the stages are as follows:

Stage	Details
Stage 1	Application Screening (Based on eligibility and experience)
Stage 2	Interview by Three-Member Selection Committee
Stage 3	Document Verification
Stage 4	Final Appointment

How to Apply

Check Official Notifications: Visit the official website: https://www.dhe.odisha.gov.in or HIMS portal: https://hims.odisha.gov.in.
Read the Notification: Download and review the official advertisement for eligibility, deadlines, and application details.
Online Registration: Register on the HIMS portal at https://hims.odisha.gov.in/Application-for-post-of-VC.
Fill the Application Form: Complete the digital application on the HIMS portal and prepare a physical application in the prescribed format.
Upload Documents: Scan and email the application (PDF) to hedsec.od@nic.in with the subject “Application for the post of Vice-Chancellor of Public Universities.” Include supporting documents (photo, certificates).
Pay the Fee: No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
Review and Submit: Verify all details before submitting the digital and email applications by 23:55 hours on 05.07.2025.
Download Application: Send a hard copy of the signed application with documents via India Post Speed Post to: Office of Commissioner Cum Secretary, Higher Education Department, Lok Seva Bhawan, Sachivalaya Marg, Bhubaneswar-751001, by 10.07.2025.
Check for Updates: Monitor the official website for interview schedules and updates.
Download Admit Card: No admit card is mentioned; shortlisted candidates will be informed directly for interviews.

Number of Posts and Reservation

Advertisement Number: PT1-HE-UE-MISC-0014-202523754/HE
The advertisement specifies 13 Vice-Chancellor posts, one for each listed university. Reservation details are not provided in the notification; candidates should refer to government norms.