Madhya Pradesh Bhoj Open University (MPBOU), a state open university based in Bhopal, has notified recruitment for the post of Ombudsperson, with one vacancy on offer. The appointment is a purely temporary, part-time engagement for three years under the UGC (Redressal of Grievances of Students) Regulations, 2023. The Ombudsperson hears appeals from aggrieved students after they have exhausted other remedies under the regulations, making this a role suited to experienced former academic and judicial hands.
MPBOU Ombudsperson Recruitment 2026
Posted 15 Oct 2026Updated 15 Oct 2026836 /MPBOU/2026
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1
Last Date
03 Nov
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Last date 03 Nov 2026 · 16 days left
- Notification12 Oct
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About MPBOU Ombudsperson Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Madhya Pradesh Bhoj University, Bhopal
- Advertisement No.
- 836 /MPBOU/2026
- Post Name
- Ombudsperson
- Job Location
- Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
- Who Can Apply
- Only residents of Madhya Pradesh (The post will be filled in by candidates domiciled in the State of Madhya Pradesh only)
- Job Type
- Temporary
- Age Limit
- Up to 70 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- 10 years' experience as a Professor at State/Central Universities, Institutions of National Importance or Deemed to be Universities, for candidates applying as retired Professor.
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 3,000 sitting fees per day for hearing cases plus Rs. 500 local conveyance.
- Tenure
- Three years, eligible for reappointment for another one term.
Vacancy Breakdown
Ombudsperson
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Ombudsperson | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Ombudsperson - Qualification and Experience
Retired Vice-Chancellor or retired Professor (who have worked as Dean/HOD) and has 10 years' experience as a Professor at State/Central Universities/Institutions of National Importance/Deemed to be Universities or a former District Judge.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Ombudsperson - Qualification and Experience | Retired Vice-Chancellor or retired Professor (who have worked as Dean/HOD) and has 10 years' experience as a Professor at State/Central Universities/Institutions of National Importance/Deemed to be Universities or a former District Judge. |
Age Limit
Appointed for a period of three years or until he/she attains the age of 70 years, whichever is earlier, from the date of assuming office.
Selection Process
Appointment is made on a purely temporary basis as a part-time officer under the UGC (Redressal of Grievances of Students) Regulations, 2023, based on verification of the application and fulfilment of the eligibility criteria.
Salary Structure
Rs. 3,000 sitting fees per day for hearing cases plus Rs. 500 local conveyance.
How to Apply
- 1Download the prescribed application form from the university website.
- 2Fill in the application form and affix a self-attested passport size photograph.
- 3Attach self-attested copies of degree or diploma certificates, statements of marks, experience certificates, matriculation or equivalent certificate for date of birth, caste and caste validity certificate (if applicable), physically handicapped certificate (if applicable), last pay certificate and the declaration that no case is pending in any court.
- 4Superscribe the envelope "Application for the post of Ombudsperson".
- 5Send the completed application by post to the Registrar, Madhya Pradesh Bhoj Open University, Kolar Road, Bhopal 462016 so as to reach before 6:00 PM on the last date.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Attested copies of degree or diploma certificates and statements of marks
•Certificates in support of educational qualifications and experience
•Matriculation or equivalent certificate in support of date of birth/age
•Caste certificate and caste validity certificate (if applicable)
•Physically handicapped certificate (if applicable)
•Last pay certificate
•Declaration that no case is pending or ongoing against the candidate in any court
Important Details
- Applicants must not be related to the University.
- The engagement is on a purely temporary basis as a part-time officer and is governed by the UGC (Redressal of Grievances of Students) Regulations, 2023.
- Incomplete applications will not be considered and are liable to be rejected; canvassing directly or indirectly is a disqualification.
Terms and Conditions
- The Ombudsperson shall not, at the time of appointment, during one year before appointment, or during tenure, be in conflict of interest with the Institution.
- The University may remove the Ombudsperson from office on proven charges of misconduct or misbehaviour.
- No removal order shall be made except after an inquiry by a person not below the rank of a retired judge of the High Court, with a reasonable opportunity of being heard.
- Appointment is for three years or until the age of 70 years, whichever is earlier, from the date of assuming office, with eligibility for reappointment for another one term.
- The Ombudsperson must submit a declaration that no case is pending or ongoing against him in any court.
Functions of the Ombudsperson
- Hear appeals from an aggrieved student only after the student has availed all other remedies provided under the regulations.
- No appeal or application for revaluation or re-totalling of answer sheets shall be entertained unless a specific irregularity materially affecting the outcome or a specific instance of discrimination is indicated.
- May avail the assistance of any person as amicus curiae for hearing complaints of alleged discrimination.
- Make all efforts to resolve grievances within 30 days of receiving the appeal from the aggrieved student.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ombudsperson post a full-time position?
No. It is a part-time officer engagement on a purely temporary basis for a period of three years.
Can the Ombudsperson be reappointed after the three-year term?
Yes, the Ombudsperson is eligible for reappointment for another one term.
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