The State Selection Board, representing the Higher Education Department of the Odisha Government, has officially released the recruitment of Lecturers for Non-Government Aided Colleges throughout Odisha. This recruitment is invited to fill 786 vacant Lecturer posts in various subjects such as Anthropology, Chemistry, Commerce, English, Physics, and more.
The online application process will begin on 20th March 2024 and will be closed on 19th April 2024. These posts are available for individuals holding a Master’s Degree in the relevant subject. The salary ranges from ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400 (Pay Matrix Level-10), along with the usual Dearness Allowance.
SSB Odisha Lecturer Recruitment 2024 – Overview
| Recruitment | SSB Odisha Lecturer Vacancy 2024 |
| Recruitment Authority | State Selection Board (SSB), Odisha |
| State | Odisha |
| Name of Post | Lecturer |
| Total Vacancies | 786 |
| Notification Release Date | 9 March 2024 |
| Salary/Pay Scale | 44,900-1,42,400 Monthly |
| Mode of Apply | Online |
| Application Start Date | March 20, 2024 |
| Last Date to Apply | April 19, 2024 |
| Official Website Link | ssbodisha.ac.in |
Odisha SSB Lecturer Recruitment 2024 – Vacancies Details
The State Selection Board (SSB) Odisha has released a notification for 786 vacancies for the posts of Lecturer. These vacancies are available for various subjects. Please refer to the table below for more details about the SSB Odisha Lecturer Vacancies 2024:
| Subject Name | ST | SC | SEBC | UR | Total |
| Anthropology | – | – | – | 1 | 1 |
| Botany | 7 | 5 | 4 | 16 | 32 |
| Chemistry | 11 | 8 | 6 | 25 | 50 |
| Commerce | 10 | 7 | 5 | 24 | 46 |
| Economics | 13 | 9 | 6 | 28 | 56 |
| Education | 12 | 9 | 6 | 27 | 54 |
| English | 11 | 8 | 6 | 25 | 50 |
| Geography | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 6 |
| Hindi | 1 | 1 | – | 2 | 4 |
| History | 24 | 18 | 12 | 55 | 109 |
| Home Science | 1 | 1 | – | 2 | 4 |
| IRPM | – | – | – | 1 | 1 |
| Logic & Philosophy | 7 | 5 | 4 | 16 | 32 |
| Mathematics | 7 | 5 | 4 | 17 | 33 |
| Odia | 25 | 18 | 12 | 56 | 111 |
| Physics | 7 | 5 | 3 | 16 | 31 |
| Political Science | 15 | 11 | 8 | 35 | 69 |
| Psychology | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 9 |
| Sanskrit | 9 | 7 | 5 | 20 | 41 |
| Sociology | 3 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 14 |
| Telugu | – | – | – | 1 | 1 |
| Zoology | 7 | 5 | 4 | 16 | 32 |
| Total | 173 | 126 | 89 | 398 | 786 |
SSB Odisha Lecturer Vacancy 2024 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates interested in applying for SSB Odisha Lecturer 2024 must meet the eligibility criteria set by the examination authority. Here you can check the eligibility for the Odisha Lecturer Vacancy in detail. Yet applicants are advised to check the official notification before applying.
Candidates aspiring for the Lecturer posts must possess a Master’s Degree in the relevant subject from a recognized University. They should have secured a minimum of 55% marks or its equivalent grade. However, candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC), and Persons with Disability (PwD) categories are eligible for a relaxation, with the required marks reduced to 50%.
The age criteria for candidates is set between 21 and 42 years as of 1st January 2024. Relaxations in the upper age limit are provided as follows:
- 5 years for candidates belonging to SC, ST, SEBC, Women, and Ex-Servicemen categories.
- 10 years for PwD candidates with a disability of not less than 40%.
- Up to a maximum age limit of 55 years for candidates with 10 years of continuous service in Govt. or Aided Colleges.
- General or SEBC Category – ₹500.
- SC/ST/PwD Categories – ₹200.
- Online Application Start Date: 20th March 2024 (1:00 PM)
- Application Last Date: 18th April 2024 (11:45 PM)
Selection Process of SSB Odisha Lecturer Post
The process to select lecturers for Non-Government Aided Colleges in Odisha has a few steps:
Career Assessment (25 Marks): This part checks the candidate’s academic and research accomplishments. Points are given for having a Ph.D., M.Phil., J.R.F., and/or NET qualifications.
Written Examination (150 Marks): This test lasts for two hours and includes multiple-choice questions (MCQs) related to the subject. The syllabus is available on the official website. There are 100 questions in the exam.
Viva-Voce Test (25 Marks): This is the final step. It’s a face-to-face interview where the selection board evaluates the candidate’s communication skills, subject knowledge, and suitability for the lecturer role. This phase contains 25 marks.
To be on the shortlist, candidates must get at least these minimum marks on the written test:
- 40% for general candidates
- 30% for ST/SC/SEBC/PwD candidates
Steps to Apply for the Odisha SSB Lecturer Post in Non-Government Aided Colleges
To apply for the post of Lecturer in Non-Government Aided Colleges of Odisha, follow these simple steps:
- Visit the official website of the State Selection Board, Odisha at ssbodisha.ac.in.
- Find the notifications section on the homepage.
- Before you start your application, it’s important to carefully read the entire advertisement or notification.
- If you’re new to the website, you need to register. Click on the ‘Apply Online’ or ‘New Registration’ link.
- Fill in the required details for registration, like your name, email ID, mobile number, etc. Then, submit the form to create your account.
- Once registered, log in to your account using the credentials you provided during registration.
- Find the application form for the post of Lecturer in Non-Government Aided Colleges of Odisha.
- Fill in all the necessary details and double-check all the information before you submit.
- After submitting the form, download and print a copy of the application form for your records.
- SSB Odisha Lecturer Notification 2024- Read here
- Form Apply Link- Click Here
- Official Website- ssbodisha.ac.in