Rourkela College Guest Faculty Recruitment 2026: Walk-in-Interview Notification

The Office of the Principal, Rourkela College, Rourkela (Odisha) has officially released a recruitment notification (Advertisement No. 1078/RCR) for the engagement of Guest Faculty across multiple disciplines for the Academic Session 2026-27. Eligible and passionate candidates holding postgraduate degrees in relevant subjects are invited to apply through the online mode via the official Higher Education Information Management System (HIMS) Portal.

Interested candidates who meet the eligibility criteria must register themselves online before attending the Walk-in-Interview. The direct interviews are scheduled to take place from 03rd July 2026 to 07th July 2026 depending on the respective disciplines. Below, we have compiled all the essential details regarding the vacancy schedule, subject-wise interview dates, eligibility criteria, salary, and step-by-step instructions on how to apply online.

1. Rourkela College Guest Faculty Recruitment 2026 - Overview

2. Important Dates & Interview Schedule

Candidates are advised to register online on the HIMS Odisha portal before appearing for the physical interview on their respective dates. Make sure to note down the specific date assigned to your subject:

3. Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications

To secure a position as a Guest Faculty at Rourkela College, applicants must fulfill the educational standards outlined by the Department of Higher Education, Government of Odisha, and UGC regulations:

• Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess a Master's Degree (MA, M.Sc, M.Com, or MLISc) in the concerned subject/discipline from a recognized Indian University with at least 55% marks in aggregate (or an equivalent grade in a point-scale wherever the grading system is followed).
• Relaxation: A relaxation of 5% marks (from 55% to 50%) is applicable for SC/ST and physically challenged candidates.
• Desirable Qualifications: Candidates who have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by UGC/CSIR, or state-level SLET/SET, or hold a Ph.D. Degree in the relevant subject will be given high preference during the selection process.
• Age Limit: As per general guidelines, there is no strict upper age limit for Guest Faculty, but retired professors/readers under 65-70 years may also apply as per government rules.

4. Salary and Honorarium Structure

The selected candidates will receive remuneration and honorarium in accordance with the existing norms established by the Department of Higher Education, Government of Odisha, for government and aided colleges. Generally, Guest Faculty is paid on a per-lecture or per-class basis, up to a maximum monthly cap (typically ranging from ₹25,000 to ₹50,000 per month depending on classes allocated and UGC qualifications).

5. Selection & Walk-in Interview Guidelines

Candidates must arrive at the interview venue (Rourkela College Campus) on the designated dates by 10:00 AM for the certificate verification process. Please carry the following documents in original along with self-attested photocopies:

1. Printout of the online application form submitted via the HIMS Portal.
2. All original certificates and mark sheets from Matriculation/HSC onwards.
3. NET / SLET / Ph.D. passing certificate (if applicable).
4. Experience Certificate from any previous teaching engagements (if any).
5. Two recent passport-sized color photographs.
6. An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Bio-Data.
7. A valid Government-issued Photo Identity Proof (Aadhar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, etc.).

6. How to Apply for Rourkela College Guest Faculty Recruitment 2026?

The application process is simple and completely online. Follow these step-by-step instructions to register your profile:

1. Visit the official portal of Higher Education Information Management System (HIMS), Government of Odisha: https://hims.odisha.gov.in.
2. Navigate to the "Guest Faculty Application" or "Registration" link on the homepage.
3. Fill out your personal profile, educational details, research publications (if any), and contact details carefully.
4. Choose "Rourkela College, Rourkela" as the target institution and select your respective discipline.
5. Upload scanned copies of required documents (such as photo, signature, and certificates) as per the portal's dimensions.
6. Submit the application form online and download/print the confirmation sheet to carry on the day of the walk-in-interview.

7. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)