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Odisha State Open University Faculty Details 2026-27

Sambalpur, Orissa
  • College Type
    State University
  • Co-Ed Status :
    Co-Education

Odisha State Open University Faculty Details

Odisha State Open University (OSOU), Sambalpur has a diverse faculty team across Economics, Commerce, Political Science, Odia, English, History, and Journalism. The faculty includes professors, associate professors, assistant professors, and academic consultants, many of whom are actively engaged in teaching, research, and distance education initiatives.

Key Faculty Members at OSOU

Senior Leadership

  • Dr. Srikant Mohapatra – Vice-Chancellor
  • Dr. Sachidananda Boxi – Head of School, Associate Professor (Economics)
  • Dr. Mohammed Altaf Khan – Head of School, Professor (Commerce)

Professors & Associate Professors

  • Dr. Suresh Chandra Patel – Associate Professor, Political Science
  • Dr. Laxminarayan Panigrahi – Assistant Professor, Odia
  • Dr. Pramod Kumar Padhee – Assistant Professor, Odia
  • Dr. Satan Kumar Bag – Assistant Professor, Odia
  • Mr. Radhakanta Suna – Assistant Professor, Odia
  • Mr. Khitish Chandra Bhoi – Assistant Professor, History
  • Mr. Rajendra Kumar Padhi – Assistant Professor, English

Academic Consultants

  • Ms. Sheetal Purnima – Journalism & Mass Communication
  • Jyoti Prakash Mohapatra – Academic Consultant
  • Dr. Sambhu Dayal Agrawal – Academic Consultant
  • Prashansa Das – Academic Consultant
  • Sambit Mishra – Academic Consultant
  • Bhabesh Chandra Mohanty – Academic Consultant

Note- Students may visit this given link for more faculty related information- https://osou.ac.in/osou-staff.php

 Student faculty Ratio and Teaching approach:

Odisha State Open University (OSOU), Sambalpur follows the open and distance learning (ODL) model, which makes its student–faculty ratio very different from conventional universities. Instead of fixed classroom ratios, OSOU relies on a flexible system where a relatively small number of faculty and academic consultants guide a very large student base through online platforms, printed study materials, and regional study centres.

Teaching Methodology at OSOU

Distance & Open Learning Approach

  • Self-Learning Materials (SLMs): Printed and digital modules prepared by faculty, designed for independent study.
  • ICT-Enabled Learning: Use of Learning Management Systems (LMS), e-resources, and video lectures.
  • Study Centres: Regional centres provide counseling sessions, doubt-clearing, and assignment support.
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