Yudhistir Mishra Law College, Balangir, Odisha, has released an official recruitment notification for the academic year 2026‑27. The college invites applications from eligible candidates for the prestigious posts of Principal and Assistant Professor in Law. This is a golden opportunity for legal academicians looking to build or advance their careers in one of Odisha's well‑established law institutions.
Established in 1982‑83, Yudhistir Mishra Law College (formerly known as Balangir Law College) has been imparting quality legal education to students from Balangir and neighbouring districts for over four decades. The college offers a 3‑year LLB programme approved by the Bar Council of India (BCI) and permanently approved by the Government of Odisha. Located at Tikrapada, near Durga Mandap, Balangir, Odisha – 767001, the institution is committed to providing high‑quality and affordable legal education, especially in western Odisha.
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About the Recruitment
The college has announced a total of 3 vacancies for the following positions:
Principal – Application fee: ₹1,500/‑
Assistant Professor in Law – Application fee: ₹1,000/‑
The number of posts may be increased, decreased, or modified subject to the approval of the competent authority and applicable statutory/regulatory requirements.
Post of Principal: Eligibility Criteria
Candidates aspiring for the post of Principal must fulfill the qualifications prescribed under the applicable UGC Regulations and the Bar Council of India Rules of Legal Education, 2008.
Essential Qualifications
Ph.D. degree in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline.
Professor/Associate Professor with a total service/experience of at least ten (10) years of teaching/research in Universities, Colleges, and other institutions of higher education.
A minimum of ten (10) research publications in peer‑reviewed or UGC‑listed journals.
The prescribed minimum Research Score of 110 under the applicable UGC criteria.
The candidate must also satisfy the requirement of being qualified in Law in accordance with the BCI Rules of Legal Education, 2008. As per BCI norms, the Principal/Head/Dean of a Centre of Legal Education must have minimum qualifications as prescribed by the UGC for the respective position. The BCI Rules mandate that the head of a Centre of Legal Education must be a person qualified as a Professor of Law.
Institutional Requirement
The selected Principal shall be required to serve as a Regular Principal and shall be responsible for:
Academic leadership and administration
Maintenance of academic standards
Compliance with the requirements of the affiliating University, UGC, and Bar Council of India
Overall institutional development
Desirable Qualifications
Preference may be given to candidates having:
Experience as Principal/Head/Dean or in an equivalent academic‑administrative position
Experience in academic administration and institutional governance
Significant research publications in Law
Experience in research supervision
Experience in examination, curriculum development, and quality assurance
Demonstrated knowledge of the regulatory framework governing Legal Education
Post of Assistant Professor in Law: Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for the post of Assistant Professor in Law must possess the following qualifications:
Essential Qualifications
(i) A Master's Degree in Law (LL.M.) with at least 55% marks or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever a grading system is followed, from a recognised Indian University, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign University.
OR
(ii) The candidate shall have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the UGC, or a similar test accredited by the UGC, such as SLET/SET.
OR
(iii) Candidates who are or have been awarded a Ph.D. Degree in accordance with the applicable UGC Regulations governing the minimum standards and procedure for the award of the Ph.D. Degree shall be exempted from the requirement of NET/SLET/SET.
Important Notes
A relaxation of 5% in the minimum qualifying marks at the Master's degree (from 55% to 50%) shall be applicable to candidates belonging to the categories and in the manner prescribed under the applicable UGC Regulations.
For the discipline of Law, the above qualification shall be read subject to the applicable provisions of the UGC Regulations on Minimum Qualifications for Appointment of Teachers and other Academic Staff and the Bar Council of India Rules of Legal Education, 2008, as amended from time to time.
Pay and Service Conditions
The pay, allowances, and other service conditions of the Principal and Assistant Professor shall be governed by the applicable UGC/State Government/University/BCI norms and the rules of the College, subject to the approval of the competent authority. The appointment shall be subject to the service conditions prescribed by the College and the applicable statutory/regulatory authorities from time to time.
Mode of Selection
The selection shall be made through a duly constituted Selection Committee in accordance with the applicable UGC/University/BCI norms.
Candidates shall be shortlisted on the basis of the prescribed eligibility criteria and such additional screening criteria as may lawfully be adopted by the competent authority.
The final selection shall be based upon the candidate's academic qualifications, teaching/research experience, publications, academic/research achievements, professional competence, and performance before the Selection Committee.
The academic score shall be used for shortlisting, wherever applicable under the UGC Regulations.
How to Apply?
Eligible candidates shall submit their applications in the prescribed Application Form, duly completed in all respects, along with self‑attested copies of all supporting documents.
Application Fee
Principal: ₹1,500/‑ (Rupees One Thousand Five Hundred only)
Assistant Professor: ₹1,000/‑ (Rupees One Thousand only)
The fee shall be paid through a Demand Draft drawn in favour of "Yudhistir Mishra Law College, Balangir." The application fee, once paid, shall be non‑refundable, unless otherwise decided by the competent authority.
Address for Submission
The duly completed application along with all supporting documents shall be sent/submitted to:
THE PRESIDENT, YUDHISTIR MISHRA LAW COLLEGETikrapada, Balangir, Odisha – 767001
The envelope containing the application should be clearly superscribed:
"APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF PRINCIPAL"
"APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ASSISTANT PROFESSOR IN LAW"
Note: Candidates applying for both posts shall submit separate applications with the prescribed fee for each post.
Important Dates
Date of Publication of Advertisement: August 21, 2026
Commencement of Receipt of Applications: August 24, 2026
Last Date for Receipt of Applications: September 25, 2026
Date of Scrutiny/Shortlisting: To be notified
Date of Interview: To be notified separately
General Terms and Conditions
The applicant must be an Indian citizen and must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the last date of submission of application.
The prescribed qualifications shall be obtained from recognised/accredited Universities or Institutions and shall conform to the applicable statutory requirements.
Mere possession of the minimum prescribed qualification shall not confer any right upon the applicant to be called for interview or to claim appointment.
The College reserves the right to shortlist candidates on the basis of academic qualifications, research publications, teaching/research experience, and other relevant criteria.
Candidates employed in Government, Government‑aided institutions, Universities, Colleges, or other organisations shall submit their applications through proper channel or produce an appropriate No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time prescribed by the College.
Candidates called for interview shall produce the original certificates, testimonials, experience certificates, and other supporting documents for verification.
Any candidate found to have furnished false, incorrect, fabricated, or misleading information, or to have suppressed material information, shall be liable for cancellation of candidature/appointment at any stage.
Canvassing in any form, directly or indirectly, shall be treated as a disqualification.
The College reserves the right to withdraw, modify, increase, decrease, or not fill up any or all of the advertised posts without assigning any reason.
No correspondence shall ordinarily be entertained regarding the shortlisting/non‑shortlisting or selection/non‑selection of candidates.
No TA/DA shall ordinarily be paid for appearing in the interview.
The appointment shall be subject to verification of educational qualifications, experience, character, and antecedents.
The selected candidate shall be required to join the College within the period stipulated in the appointment order.
The appointment shall remain subject to approval/recognition of the competent authorities wherever such approval is statutorily required.
In all matters relating to eligibility, shortlisting, selection, and appointment, the decision of the competent authority shall be final.
Why Join Yudhistir Mishra Law College?
Established Legacy: With over 40 years of experience in legal education, the college has a proven track record of producing competent legal professionals.
BCI Approved: The college's 3‑year LLB programme is approved by the Bar Council of India and permanently approved by the Government of Odisha.
Strategic Location: Located in Balangir, western Odisha, the college serves as a hub for legal education in the region.
Commitment to Quality: The institution is dedicated to providing high‑quality and affordable legal education.
Conclusion
The Yudhistir Mishra Law College Recruitment 2026 presents a significant opportunity for legal academicians. Whether you are an experienced academic leader aspiring for the Principal's position or a qualified legal professional looking to begin or advance your teaching career as an Assistant Professor, this recruitment drive offers a chance to be part of a well‑respected institution.
Interested candidates must submit their applications before September 25, 2026. Ensure all eligibility criteria are met and all required documents are attached to avoid disqualification.
For more updates and notifications, candidates are advised to regularly check the official channels of Yudhistir Mishra Law College, Balangir.
