Central University of Odisha (CUO) has officially released the Research Assistant and Field Investigator Recruitment 2026 notification for 3 vacancies. Candidates holding a Ph.D., M.Phil., NET, or Postgraduate degree in any Social Science with a minimum of 55% marks, or a Graduate degree in a Social Science discipline with a minimum of 55% marks, can apply through the prescribed email mode up to 31 August 2026. The positions are offered on a contractual basis with a monthly salary ranging from ₹20,000 to ₹37,000. The official notification and application details are available below.
CUO Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Company Name | Central University of Odisha (CUO) |
| Post Name | Research Assistant and Field Investigator |
| No of Posts | 3 |
| Salary | Rs. 20000 - 37000 Per Month |
| Qualification | Ph.D./ M.Phil./ NET/ Post graduate in any Social Science with minimum of 55% marks, Graduate in a Social Science discipline with a minimum of 55% marks |
| Last Date | 31 August 2026 |
| Apply Mode | |
| Job Type | Contractual |
CUO Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates should download and read the CUO Jobs 2026 notification PDF carefully to check vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, and application instructions. The notification also includes important dates and selection process details. The direct download link is available in the Important Links section below.
Download CUO Job 2026 Notification PDF
CUO Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details
A total of 3 vacancies are available - 1 for Research Assistant and 2 for Field Investigator.
| Post Name | Total Posts |
| Research Assistant | 1 |
| Field Investigator | 2 |
| Total | 3 |
CUO Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
- Research Assistant: Ph.D./ M.Phil./ NET/ Post graduate in any Social Science with a minimum of 55% marks; Skill in use of Data Science/ GIS/ SPSS/ R.
- Field Investigator: Graduate in a Social Science discipline with a minimum of 55% marks; Proficiency (Reading/ Writing/ Speaking/ Translation/ Computer) in both English and Odia languages; Must be willing to travel for field work, including in rural/ interior areas; Preference will be given to candidates with a 04 years graduation program.
CUO Recruitment 2026 - Salary / Stipend
| Post Name | Salary Per Month |
| Research Assistant | Rs. 37,000/ - |
| Field Investigator | Rs. 20,000/ - |
CUO Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Date | 11 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 August 2026 |
CUO Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
- Interview
How to Apply
Candidates who wish to apply for CUO Various Posts Recruitment 2026 via email should follow the steps below.
- Read the official notification carefully before applying.
- Prepare your application with complete bio-data including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
- Attach self-attested copies of all required documents such as educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and recent passport-size photographs.
- Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email.
- Send the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the notification.
- Ensure the email is sent before the last date: 31-08-2026.
- Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.
CUO Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
