OKDISCD Recruitment 2026 – Apply Today 2 Professor Post
OKDISCD has invited applications for 01 regular Professor post at its Guwahati institute. The post is un-reserved and carries Pay Matrix Level 14. Eligible candidates with a relevant Master’s degree, Ph.D., required teaching/research experience and research score can apply by post by 18 September 2026.
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OrganisationOmeo Kumar Das Institute of Social Change and Development
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Post NameProfessor
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QualificationMaster’s Degree, PhD
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Age LimitNot Mentioned
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Last Date18/09/2026
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Post Date26/08/2026
OKDISCD Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Omeo Kumar Das Institute of Social Change and Development (OKDISCD) |
| Post Name | Professor |
| Total Posts | 01 |
| Job Location | Guwahati, Assam |
| Recruitment Type | Regular |
| Reservation | Un-reserved |
| Pay Level | Level 14 |
| Qualification | Master’s Degree + Ph.D. |
| Experience | Minimum 10 years |
Post Details and Vacancy Information
Post Name
Professor
Number of Posts
01
Salary / Pay Scale
Pay Matrix Level 14
The notification specifies the pay level but does not state a separate basic-pay figure.
Job Type
Regular
Job Location
Tripura Road, Jayanagar, Beltola, Guwahati-781028, Assam
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | Vacancies | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Professor | 01 | Level 14 |
Reservation: Un-reserved.
Educational Qualification for Professor
The Professor post is available in Economics, Geography or Statistics with specialization in Econometrics. Candidates must meet all of the following requirements:
- Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks, or equivalent grade, in the relevant discipline from an Indian university or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university.
- Ph.D. in the concerned/relevant discipline.
- Minimum 10 years of research experience at National Level Institutions while working as Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor, or teaching and research experience at the equivalent level at a University/College.
- Evidence of having successfully guided a doctoral candidate.
- Proven research experience with published work.
- Minimum 10 research publications as books and/or research/policy papers.
- Minimum 120 total research score under Table 2, Schedule IV of the OKDISCD Faculty & Other Academic Staff Services Regulations 2022.
Academic / Research Score
The notification provides the following methodology for calculating the Professor research score:
| Activity | Maximum API Score |
|---|---|
| Research paper in peer-reviewed/UGC-listed journal | 10 per publication |
| Authored book – International Publisher | 12 |
| Authored book – National Publisher | 10 |
| Edited book – International Publisher | 10 |
| Edited book – National Publisher | 08 |
| Chapter in edited book | 05 |
| Translation – Book | 08 |
| Translation – Chapter/Research Paper | 03 |
| Innovative pedagogy | 05 |
| New curriculum/course | 02 per curriculum/course |
| Complete 4-quadrant MOOC, 4-credit course | 20 |
| MOOC module/lecture | 05 |
| MOOC content writer/subject matter expert | 02 |
| MOOC course coordinator, 4-credit course | 08 |
| Complete 4-quadrant e-content course/e-book | 12 |
| 4-quadrant e-content module | 05 |
| Contribution to e-content module | 02 |
| Editor of complete e-content course/paper/e-book | 10 |
| Completed research project above ₹10 lakh | 10 |
| Completed research project below ₹10 lakh | 05 |
| Ongoing research project above ₹10 lakh | 05 |
| Ongoing research project below ₹10 lakh | 02 |
| Consultancy member/expert/associate/resource person | 03 |
| M.Phil./P.G. dissertation supervision – awarded | 02 |
| Ph.D. supervision – degree awarded | 10 |
| Ph.D. supervision – thesis submitted | 05 |
| Patent – International | 10 |
| Patent – National | 07 |
| Policy document – International | 10 |
| Policy document – National | 07 |
| Policy document – State | 04 |
| Fellowship/Award – International | 07 |
| Fellowship/Award – National | 05 |
| Invited lecture/resource person/paper – International abroad | 07 |
| International conference within country | 05 |
| National conference | 03 |
| State/University event | 02 |
For research papers, the advertisement provides enhanced scores based on journal impact factor: 5 points for refereed journals without impact factor, 10 for impact factor below 1, 15 for 1–2, 20 for 2–5, 25 for 5–10 and 30 for above 10.
The notification also specifies author-wise scoring for multi-author publications, 50:50 scoring for joint projects, one-time counting of papers presented and published in proceedings, and a 30% upper cap on the combined score from policy documents and invited lectures/resource-person/paper-presentation activities. The research score must be drawn from a minimum of three of the six categories.
Other Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
Not mentioned in the official notification.
Experience
Minimum 10 years of qualifying teaching/research experience as specified above, along with evidence of successfully guiding a doctoral candidate.
Research Publications
Minimum 10 research publications as books and/or research/policy papers.
Employment Status
Candidates already in service must apply through proper channel. A No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the competent authority is mandatory at the time of appearing for the interview.
Application Fee Details
| Particular | Fee |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | ₹1,000 |
Important Dates of OKDISCD Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | Not mentioned |
| Last Date for Receiving Application | 18 September 2026 |
| Interview Date | Not mentioned |
How to Apply for Professor Post
Applications for the Professor position must be submitted exclusively by post. Online submissions through email or any other mode are not accepted.
- Prepare the application for the Professor post at OKDISCD.
- Attach a detailed CV containing relevant research experience.
- Enclose necessary testimonials and copies of publications.
- Prepare a ₹1,000 Demand Draft in favour of Omeo Kumar Das Institute of Social Change and Development.
- Enclose the Demand Draft with the application.
- Candidates in service must apply through the proper channel.
- Send the complete application by post to the Institute at Tripura Road, Jayanagar, Beltola, Guwahati-781028, India.
- Ensure the application is received on or before 18 September 2026.
Applications without the prescribed fee will be rejected.
Selection Process
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview. Candidates appearing for the interview must bear the cost of attending it.
Mere fulfilment of the prescribed qualification and eligibility criteria does not guarantee consideration or a call for interview.
Documents Required
Applicants should enclose:
- Detailed CV
- Research experience details
- Necessary testimonials
- Copies of publications
- ₹1,000 Demand Draft
- NOC from the competent authority for candidates in service, to be produced at the time of interview
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FAQs – OKDISCD Recruitment 2026
Q. How many vacancies are available in OKDISCD Recruitment 2026?
There is 01 Professor vacancy.
Q. What is the salary of the Professor post?
The post carries Pay Matrix Level 14.
Q. What qualification is required for OKDISCD Recruitment 2026?
A relevant Master’s degree with at least 55%, Ph.D., minimum 10 years of qualifying teaching/research experience, at least 10 research publications and a research score of 120 are required.
Q. What is the age limit for OKDISCD Professor recruitment?
The official notification does not mention an age limit.
Q. What is the last date to apply?
The application must be received by 18 September 2026.
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