National Law University Odisha (NLUO), Cuttack—a premier legal institution established by Act 4 of 2008 by the Odisha State Legislature—has released an official notification inviting applications for the position of Guest Faculty (Law).

This is a prestigious academic opportunity for candidates holding a Master’s degree in Law alongside a UGC-NET qualification or a Ph.D., offering a platform to teach at one of the top National Law Universities in the country.

Vacancy Overview

Post Name	Total Vacancies	Job Location	Remuneration
Guest Faculty (Law)	06	NLUO Campus, Cuttack	₹1,00,000/- per Semester per Subject

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Guest Faculty position at NLUO, candidates must fulfill strict academic parameters mandated by the UGC:

• Educational Qualification: A Master’s degree (LLM) with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade) in a relevant/allied subject from an Indian university, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university.
  • Relaxation: A 5% relaxation (i.e., minimum 50% required) is permitted for SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/Differently Abled categories.
• Mandatory Certification: Candidates must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC/CSIR, or a similar accredited test like SLET/SET.
• Exemptions to NET/SLET/SET: * Candidates who have been awarded a Ph.D. degree in accordance with UGC Regulations (2009 or 2016) are exempted from the NET requirement.
  • Candidates with a Ph.D. from a foreign university ranked among the top 500 globally (via QS, THE, or ARWU rankings) are also eligible.

Salary & Remuneration

Selected academicians will be compensated with an honorarium of ₹1,00,000/- per Semester per Subject, subject to the fulfillment of the university’s terms and conditions.

Important Dates

• Application Deadline: 11th May 2026 (Candidates are advised to check the official portal for any potential deadline extensions).

How to Apply for NLUO Faculty Vacancies

Eligible academicians and legal scholars must submit their applications through the university’s official process.

1. Access the official online application link provided in the NLUO notification.
2. Fill in your comprehensive academic details, including your LLM percentage, NET/SLET status, and Ph.D. research particulars (if applicable).
3. Upload your updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) highlighting your teaching experience, research publications, and conference presentations.
4. Submit the application before the designated deadline.

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