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Governor asks Odisha universities to fill faculty posts by November
Odisha Governor and Chancellor of Universities Hari Babu Kambhampati on Saturday, 3 October 2026, directed vice-chancellors of state universities to start the recruitment process for vacant teaching posts by the first week of November and complete it by the end of the month.
Speaking at a meeting with VCs at Lok Bhavan, Kambhampati said filling vacant teaching posts was the next major challenge after the appointment of vice-chancellors in 14 universities. He stressed that 'merit should be the priority' and that 'quality and merit cannot be compromised.' The Governor also suggested calling all eligible applicants for interviews instead of extensive shortlisting, to ensure no eligible candidate feels excluded.
Kambhampati urged universities to pursue green certification, adopt solar power, and consider a common tenure for vice-chancellors. Higher Education Minister Suryabanshi Suraj endorsed the suggestions and asked VCs to set timelines.
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The Governor's November deadline targets a long-standing issue of faculty shortages in Odisha's state universities, which affects student-teacher ratios and academic quality. By asking for all eligible applicants to be called for interviews, Kambhampati signals a preference for speed and inclusivity over narrow shortlisting, though this could strain interview panels. The meeting also linked academic administration to broader sustainability goals: green certification and solar adoption. The next concrete step is for each university to set its own timeline for completing the recruitment process, as the Minister requested.
Source: orissapost.com
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