The Directorate of Higher Secondary Education (DHSE), Odisha, under the School & Mass Education Department, has officially released district-wise notifications for the engagement of Guest Faculty in various Government Higher Secondary Schools (HSS) across Odisha for the academic session 2025–26.
This is a great opportunity for qualified educators, retired teachers, and eligible postgraduates to serve in the teaching profession and contribute to the academic development of senior secondary students across the state.
🏫 Overview of Odisha Govt HSS Guest Faculty Recruitment 2025
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Recruiting Authority: Directorate of Higher Secondary Education (DHSE), Odisha
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Department: School & Mass Education Department, Odisha
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Post Name: Guest Faculty (+2 Classes)
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Academic Year: 2025–26
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Job Location: Government Higher Secondary Schools (District-wise across Odisha)
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Application Mode: Offline / Walk-in (varies by district)
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Job Type: Temporary, Academic Session Based
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Age Limit: Below 65 years (for retired teachers)
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Honorarium: ₹400 per class, up to 50 classes/month
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Official Website: https://sme.odisha.gov.in
📚 Subjects Offered
The recruitment is being conducted for various teaching subjects in the Arts, Commerce, and Science streams. Subjects include:
Languages & Social Science:
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English
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Odia (Compulsory & Optional)
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Political Science
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History
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Economics
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Logic
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Psychology
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Sociology
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Sanskrit
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Education
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Anthropology
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MSW
Commerce & Management:
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Commerce
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BBA
Science Stream:
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Physics
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Chemistry
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Mathematics
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Botany
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Zoology
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Home Science
Subject availability may vary by district, so candidates must refer to district-specific notifications for exact subject-wise vacancy details.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
🎓 Educational Qualification:
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Master’s Degree in the relevant subject with at least 50% marks.
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B.Ed. is required for subjects where applicable.
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Candidates with PGDCA or basic computer proficiency will be given preference.
👥 Eligible Candidates:
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Retired Government / Aided College Lecturers (below 65 years of age)
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Fresh Postgraduates meeting the qualification criteria
📝 Selection Process
There is no written examination. The recruitment will be done through a career assessment method and/or walk-in interviews.
📊 Career Assessment Marking Scheme (Total 100 Marks):
| Qualification | Marks |
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| HSC or equivalent | 10 marks |
| +2 or equivalent | 10 marks |
| Bachelor's Degree | 15 marks |
| Master’s Degree | 25 marks (or 50 marks for some non-B.Ed. subjects) |
| B.Ed. | 25 marks |
| NET/M.Phil./Ph.D. | Bonus marks as applicable |
Districts may vary in process: some conduct direct walk-in interviews, while others require offline application submission followed by certificate verification and interview.
💰 Remuneration
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Guest Faculties will be paid ₹400 per class, subject to a maximum of 50 classes per month.
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Payment will be made monthly, based on verified attendance.
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No other allowances or benefits will be provided.
Odisha Govt HSS Guest Faculty District-Wise Notification 2025:
- Angul- Notification PDF
- Balangir- All Notification PDFs
- Balasore - All Notification PDFs
- Guest faculty positions in Odisha
- Bargarh - Notification PDF
- Bhadrak - All Notification PDFs
- Boudh - Notification PDF
- Cuttack -
- Deogarh - Notification PDF
- Dhenkanal - Notification PDF
- Gajapati - All Notification PDFs
- Ganjam - Notification PDF
- Jagatsinghpur - Notification PDFs
- Jajpur - Notification PDF
- Jharsuguda -
- Kalahandi - Notification PDF
- Kandhamal - All Notification PDFs
- Kendrapara - Notification PDF
- Kendujhar (Keonjhar)
- Khordha - Notification PDF
- Koraput - All Notification PDFs
- Malkangiri - All Notification PDF
- Mayurbhanj - Notification PDF
- Nabarangpur - All Notification PDFs
- Nayagarh - Notification PDF
- Nuapada - All Notification PDFs
- Puri -
- Rayagada - All Notification PDFs
- Sambalpur - All Notification PDFs
- Subarnapur (Sonepur) - Notification PDF
- Sundargarh - Notification PDF
📄 How to Apply?
The mode of application varies from district to district:
1. Walk-in Interview Process
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Reach the interview venue by 8:45 AM on the scheduled date.
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Carry all necessary original documents and copies.
2. Offline Application Process
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Submit the filled application form to the designated office address.
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Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification and interview.
Note: Ensure you follow the instructions as per the specific district notification.
📂 Required Documents
Applicants should keep the following documents ready:
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Duly filled application form or bio-data
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Two recent passport-size photographs
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Original certificates and mark sheets (HSC to PG)
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Original B.Ed., PGDCA, and other qualification certificates
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One set of self-attested photocopies of all documents
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Valid government-issued photo ID proof
🔔 Important Points
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Only eligible candidates as per the official criteria should apply.
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Each district may have a unique application timeline.
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No TA/DA will be provided for attending interviews.
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Guest faculty positions are temporary and valid only for the 2025–26 academic session.
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Engagement is subject to verification of documents and eligibility.
📞 Contact & Support
For any queries related to Odisha Govt HSS Guest Faculty Recruitment 2025, candidates may contact their respective District Education Offices (DEOs) or visit https://deogarh.odisha.gov.in or the state School & Mass Education portal.
📢 Final Words
Odisha Govt HSS Guest Faculty Recruitment 2025 offers an excellent teaching opportunity for passionate educators and academic professionals. Whether you are a retired teacher looking to contribute again or a young postgraduate aiming to start your teaching career, this district-based recruitment drive is a flexible and impactful way to make a difference in Odisha's higher secondary education.
Apply today through your respective district’s process and take the next step toward shaping the minds of tomorrow.
