National Law University Odisha, Cuttack has issued Advt No. NLUO/NTR.03/27.09.2026 inviting applications for 5 contractual administrative positions, comprising 03 posts of Assistant Registrar and 02 posts of Section Officer. The university offers consolidated pay of Rs 35,000 for Assistant Registrar and Rs 20,000 for Section Officer, or remuneration under the pay minus pension scheme. Eligible retired officers not exceeding 65 years of age can apply online by 31 October 2026.
| Dimension | Specification |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Institution | National Law University Odisha, Cuttack |
| Establishment Act | Established by Odisha Act IV of 2008 |
| Advertisement Number | Advt No.: NLUO/NTR.03/27.09.2026 |
| Designations | Assistant Registrar, Section Officer |
| Total Posts | 5 Posts (03 Assistant Registrar, 02 Section Officer) |
| Appointment Nature | Purely Contractual |
| Campus Location | Kathajodi Campus, Sector 13, CDA, Cuttack - 753015, Odisha |
| Application Mode | Google Form through University portal and hard copy dispatch |
| Application Deadline | 31 October 2026 at 5:00 PM |
Important Dates and Submission Schedule
Applicants must observe the following schedule notified by National Law University Odisha:
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Online Google Form Submission Deadline | 31 October 2026 at 5:00 PM |
| Hard Copy Receipt Closing Date | 31 October 2026 |
| Interview Intimation | To be notified to shortlisted candidates |
Vacancies and Reservation Classification
The administrative vacancies are classified under unreserved UR category as detailed below:
| Position | Number of Posts | Reservation Category | Engagement Nature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Registrar (Contractual) | 03 | UR | Contractual |
| Section Officer (Contractual) | 02 | UR | Contractual |
| Total Contractual Posts | 5 | UR | Contractual |
Eligibility Criteria and Qualifying Pay Levels
Candidates must fulfill specific eligibility norms established for each administrative cadre:
- Assistant Registrar: This position will be filled only from retired employees not exceeding 65 years of age from Government of Odisha, Government of India, or reputed autonomous institutions who held a post in Pay Level 11, 12, 13 or 14 of Government of Odisha at the time of retirement.
- Section Officer: This position will be filled only from retired employees not exceeding 65 years of age from Government of Odisha, Government of India, or reputed autonomous institutions who held a post in Pay Level 7, 8, 9 or 10 of Government of Odisha at the time of retirement.
Consolidated Pay and Remuneration Scheme
The remuneration structure for appointed contractual officers is defined as follows:
- Assistant Registrar: Consolidated Pay of Rs 35,000 per month or adopting the methodology of pay minus pension scheme if recommended by the selection committee. No other allowances will be paid.
- Section Officer: Consolidated Pay of Rs 20,000 per month or adopting the methodology of pay minus pension scheme if recommended by the selection committee. No other allowances will be paid.
Selection Process and Interview Evaluation
The selection mechanism follows a structured review of qualifications and personal evaluation:
- Shortlisting: Only short-listed candidates will be called for interview based on scrutiny of submitted credentials and relevant administrative track record.
- Interview Venue: National Law University Odisha campus, Cuttack.
- TA/DA Policy: No TA/DA will be given for attending the interview.
- Official Updates: Candidates are advised to check the university portal regularly as no separate individual postal communication will be made.
How to Apply Online and Physical Submission
Intending candidates must submit their candidature by observing the two-tier application process:
- Access the Google Form link available under the Career section of the official university website at www.nluo.ac.in.
- Fill out the Google Form accurately with personal, professional, and retirement details before 31 October 2026 at 5:00 PM.
- Print a copy of the duly filled-in Google Form.
- Attach all supporting documents, proofs of educational qualifications, service records, pension payment orders, and experience certificates.
- Send the compiled packet so that it reaches: The Registrar, National Law University Odisha, Naraj Road, Sector 13, CDA, Cuttack - 753015, Odisha on or before the closing deadline.
Official Links and Recruitment Advertisement
| Resource | Official Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download Official Notification PDF |
| NLUO Official Website | www.nluo.ac.in |
