Vice Chancellor · Rajendra University, Balangir, Odisha
Prof. Bibhuti
Bhushan Malik
Distinguished Sociologist and Academic Administrator with over 30 years of teaching, research, and institutional leadership. Specialist in Dalit Studies, Environmental Sociology, and Social Exclusion.
April 2026
A New Chapter: Vice Chancellor, Rajendra University
Prof. Malik has been appointed as the Honourable Vice Chancellor of Rajendra University (A State Public University), Prajna Vihar, Balangir, Odisha — continuing his legacy of academic leadership and institutional transformation. The appointment marks a significant milestone in his distinguished career of over three decades of service to Indian higher education.
Addressing faculty and staff at Rajendra University
Warm welcome ceremony at Rajendra University
Welcome at Rajendra University, April 2026
“Wishing you a successful and visionary tenure dedicated to academic excellence and the welfare of students.”
— Rajendra University Community
About
Sociologist. Scholar.
Institutional Leader.
Prof. Bibhuti Bhushan Malik is a distinguished sociologist and academic administrator with over three decades of experience in teaching, research, and institutional leadership. Currently serving as Vice Chancellor of Rajendra University (A State Public University), Balangir, Odisha, he brings a legacy of transformative academic governance.
Earlier, he served as Professor of Sociology and held several key administrative positions at Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU), Lucknow — a Central University of India — including Dean of the Ambedkar School of Social Sciences, Director of the Dr. Ambedkar Studies Centre, Chairperson of the Department of Sociology, Proctor, and Chairman of the Equal Opportunity Cell.
His scholarly work spans Environmental Sociology, Dalit and Ambedkar Studies, Social Exclusion, Poverty, and the Sociology of Education. He holds a Ph.D. and M.Phil. from Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi — one of India's most prestigious academic institutions.
Prof. Malik has actively contributed to national academic governance through the UGC and NAAC, coordinating peer assessment teams across institutions in nine states. His published work appears in journals such as Economic and Political Weekly, Social Change, and Contemporary Voice of Dalit. He has authored 2 books, supervised 12 PhD theses awarded with 21 M.Phil. degrees, presented 148 academic papers, and engaged with international platforms across 6 countries including Czech Technical University (Prague), Madrid, and Vienna.
Research Areas
Current Position
Vice Chancellor
Rajendra University
Balangir, Odisha
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Years of Teaching & Research
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Research Papers Published
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International Conferences
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Students Mentored
Recognition
Honours & Awards
2023
Excellence in Teaching Award
Recognised for outstanding contributions to pedagogy and student mentorship over a distinguished academic career spanning three decades.
BBAU, Lucknow
2022
Distinguished Faculty Award
Honoured for exemplary research output, institutional service, and leadership in sociological scholarship and academic governance.
BBAU, Lucknow
2021
UGC Research Grant
Awarded competitive national research grant for the study of Poverty and Social Exclusion — investigating systemic inequalities across marginalised communities in India.
University Grants Commission
2008
Best Research Paper Award
Recognised for outstanding scholarly contribution at the International Conference on Social Sciences for work on Dalit Studies and Social Transformation.
International Conference on Social Sciences
Academic Formation
Academic Details
2002
Ph.D. in Sociology
Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi
Dissertation: "Social Ecology of Forest Resources — A Study of a Tribal Region of Orissa"
1997
M.Phil. in Sociology
Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi
Dissertation: "Participation of Weaker Sections in Panchayati Raj Institutions in Orissa"
1993
M.A. in Sociology
Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi
Specialisation in Social Stratification and Development Studies
1991
B.A. Sociology and Education (Hons)
Utkal University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Foundation in educational theory and social sciences
1988
+2 Arts
Council of Higher Secondary Education, Odisha
Completed intermediate education with distinction in humanities
Research, Books, Articles & International Exposure
Books, Supervision & Global Reach
A comprehensive portfolio of research publications, books, and academic contributions to national and international platforms.
2004 — Present
Books Published & Edited
Authored 2 books on social equality — raising concern about minority populations and the ecology of forests in Odisha. Titles include "Ecology of Forest Resources" and "Poverty in India: Fundamental Issues" (Anmol Publication).
- —Ecology of Forest Resources — Dr. Bibhuti Bhushan Malik
- —Poverty in India: Fundamental Issues — Bibhuti Bhushan Malik
- —Both works address marginalised communities and environmental sociology
Scholarship
Research & Publications
Research Papers (34)
Ambedkar's Views on Buddhism and Civilization
Malik, B.B. · Third Concept, New Delhi — July 1996, pp. 48–51
Tribal Education in India
Malik, B.B. · Third Concept, New Delhi — February 1997, pp. 43–46
Pakistan's Isolation in Asia
Malik, B.B. · Third Concept, New Delhi — October–November 1997, pp. 14–15
Development in Distress: A Critique of Poverty Eradication Programmes in Kalahandi District of Orissa
Malik, B.B. (with S.C. Kumar and N. Das) · Journal of Rural Development, NIRD Hyderabad — 2002, ISSN 0970-3357
Origin of Sociology in Europe
Malik, B.B. · Social Discourse, Dept. of Sociology, M.G. Kashi Vidyapeeth, Varanasi — 2004
Arakhyan
Malik, B.B. · Sanket: A Political, Social and Literary Journal, Varanasi — January–March 2007
Dr Ambedkar ke Rajanaitik ebam Krishi Sambadhi Bichar
Malik, B.B. · Sanket: A Political, Social and Literary Journal, Varanasi — April–June 2007
Ambedkar Bichar ke Samajbaigyanik Visleshan
Malik, B.B. · Sanket: A Political, Social and Literary Journal, Varanasi — April–June 2008
Dalit Movements and their Perspectives in Social Sciences
Malik, B.B. · Jagriti: A Journal of History, Culture, Literature and Social Justice, BHU, Varanasi — Issue 56, 2008
Social Ecology of Korea: Some Reflections on Economy, Society and Culture
Malik, B.B. · Nav Jyoti — Vol. 1, No. 1, July–December 2011, ISSN 2249-7331, pp. 1–9
Understanding the Participation of Dalit Women Elected Representatives in Panchayats: A Study of Ghazipur and Mau Districts of Uttar Pradesh
Malik, B.B. · Journal of Rural Development, NIRD Hyderabad — Vol. 30, No. 4, pp. 451–459
View PaperPolitical Participation of Dalit Women in PRIs: Challenges and Responses
Malik, B.B. · Voice of Dalit, MD Publication, New Delhi — Vol. 4, No. 2, pp. 203–213
View PaperDrug Abuse in India: Grounding Research in Ecological Risk and Resilience Theory
Malik, B.B. (Co-author) · Family and Consumer Sciences Research Journal — Vol. 41, No. 2, pp. 172–182
View PaperRTE and Marginal Communities: A Perspective from the Field
Malik, B.B. · Economic & Political Weekly — Vol. L, No. 5, pp. 25–27
View PaperNutrition and Socially Excluded Communities: Some Facts of Uttar Pradesh
Malik, B.B. · Indian Journal of Dalit and Tribal Studies — Vol. 3, Issue 1, Jan–June 2015, ISSN 2348-1757, pp. 1–15
Sociology of Exclusion: Dalits in East Uttar Pradesh
Malik, B.B. & Nirakar · Social Change, Sage Publications — Vol. 46, No. 2, pp. 214–237
View PaperPoverty of Social Construction and Landlessness: Dignity for Dalits in Eastern Uttar Pradesh
Malik, B.B. · Contemporary Voice of Dalit, Sage Publications — Vol. 11, Issue 2, pp. 150–171
View PaperImpact of COVID-19 on the Livelihoods of Rural Farmers in Uttar Pradesh, India
Malik, B.B. (with Surendra Kumar Jatav and Anup Kumar) · Journal of Rural Development, NIRD & Panchayati Raj — Vol. 40, No. 1, pp. 94–111
View PaperImpact of the Covid-19 Pandemic on Lifestyle and Well-Being of Population
Malik, B.B. (with Kuril Sanjeet, Sunita Mishra, Khwairakpam Sharmila) · Indian Journal of Pure & Applied Bioscience — Vol. 9, Issue 3, May–June 2021, ISSN 2582-2845, pp. 64–72
Use of Antioxidant Carrot and Alma in Therapeutic Management of Thyroid Patients
Malik, B.B. (with Sunita Mishra) · Journal of Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics — June 2021, pp. 1–5
Dalits in Rural Cooperatives of Nepal
Malik, B.B. & Abin Ojha · Economic and Political Weekly — Vol. 56, Issue 49, pp. 10–14
View PaperGyan evm Vaidik Vimarsh mein Dr. Ambedkar ki Upastithi: Ek Samikchatmak Mulyankan
Malik, B.B. · Radha Kamal Mukerji: Chintan Parampara — Vol. 2, July–December 2021, ISSN 0974-0074, pp. 1–10
Labourers in India and Corona Pandemic: The Coping Strategies
Malik, B.B. & Nirakar · Madhya Pradesh Journal of Social Sciences, M.P. Institute of Social Science Research, Ujjain — Vol. 26, No. 2, December 2021, ISSN 0973-855X, pp. 1–13
Basic Amenity and the Caste Conundrum: A Study of the Dalit Communities in East Uttar Pradesh
Malik, B.B. & Ajay Kumar · Contemporary Voice of Dalit, Sage Publications — pp. 1–16
View PaperThe Coronavirus Pandemic and Panchayati Raj System: A Case of Odisha
Malik, B.B. & Doleshwar · Bihar Journal of Public Administration, IIPA — Vol. XVIII, No. 2, pp. 1–17
View PaperJanjatiye Vikas me Samvadhanik Pravdhano tatha Sarkari Yojnaon ki Bhumika: Ek Samajsastriya Adhyan
Malik, B.B. & Dipak · Radha Kamal Mukerji: Chintan Parampara — Vol. 2, July–December 2022, ISSN 0974-0074, pp. 131–139
Bharatiya Rashtriya Ban-Nitiya Ebam Adivasiyo ke Van Adhikar: Oupnibeshik Kal Ke Purva se Ab Tak Ke Samajik Pariprekshya Me Ek Bishleshan
Malik, B.B. & Dipak · Bihar Journal of Public Administration, Patna — Vol. XX, No. 1, pp. 229–237
View PaperSonbhadra Jile Ka Janjatiya Samaj: Smajik Arthik Jiban Ka SamjaShastriya Praprikhya
Malik, B.B. & Dipak · Madhya Pradesh Samajik Vigyan Anusahnadhan Journal — Vol. 21, No. 2, December 2023, ISSN 0973-8568, pp. 175–191
Sociology of Sanitation and Scavenging: Issue, Challenges and Concerns
Malik, B.B. & Dilip Khairnar · Scholarly Research Journal for Interdisciplinary Studies — Vol. 13/16, September–November 2024, ISSN 2278-8808, pp. 46–52
Baiga Janjatiya Ka Samajik Jivan Evam Samashaye: Ek Samjashastriya Adhyayn
Malik, B.B. & Dipak · Lokprashasan: Traimasik Sodh Parika — Vol. 16, No. 2, April–June 2024, ISSN 2249-2577, pp. 145–163
Religion, Law and ASI: Ratbhandar of Jaganath Temple
Malik, B.B. & Vijay · International Research Journal of Management, Sociology and Humanities — Vol. 16, Issue II, February 2025, ISSN 2277-9809, pp. 218–224
Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Socio-Religious Dimensions and Philosophy
Malik, B.B. · Manaviki: A Peer Reviewed Interdisciplinary Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences — Vol. 16, No. 1, April 2025, ISSN 0976-0830, pp. 24–32
The Global Pandemic: A Sociological Approach
Malik, B.B., Nirakar & Vijay · Explorations, ISS e-Journal — Vol. 9 (1), pp. 20–34, ISSN 2581-5741
Pradhanmantri Awas Yojana–Gramin: Bharat Me Gramin Awas Ke Badalte Paridushya: Ek Samajsastriya Mulyankan
Malik, B.B. & Dipak · Radha Kamal Mukerji: Chintan Parampara — Vol. 1, January–June 2025, ISSN 0974-0074, pp. 55–62
Book Chapters (18)
Domestic Violence: A Sociological Exploration
In P.K. Kar (ed.), Domestic Violence: Need for Legal Awareness, Dominant Publishers & Distributors, Delhi, 2009 — ISBN 8178886839, pp. 21–27
Deplorable Educational Situation of Tribals: Genesis, Cause and Concern
In Soubhagya Ranjan Padhi (ed.), Educational Scenario of Tribes in India: Current Issues and Concerns, Manglam Publication, New Delhi, 2011 — ISBN 978-81-89972-34-9, pp. 409–416
Profile of Lower Caste Women in Panchayati Raj: A Study of Uttar Pradesh State of India
In Subhash Chandra Verma (ed.), Sociography of the Indian Women: Some Studies in Various Approaches, Lulu Publications, U.S.A. (e-publication), 2011 — ISBN 978-1-105-18229-7, pp. 3–23
Poverty, Social Exclusion and the Status of Dalits in Rural India: A Sociological Perspective
In M.M. Verma (ed.), Empowerment of Weaker Sections in India: Perspectives and Approaches, Serial Publication, New Delhi, 2011 — ISBN 9788183874779, pp. 125–141
Environmental Movement
In Surendra Singh (ed.), Encyclopedia of Social Work in India, Vol. 2, Third Edition, New Royal Book Company, Lucknow, 2012 — ISBN 978-93-80685-50-2, pp. 397–408
Social Exclusion, Poverty and the Health of Dalits in U.P.: A Reflection from Field
In Ashish Saxena (ed.), Marginality, Exclusion and Social Justice, Rawat Publisher, Jaipur, 2013 — ISBN 978-81-316-0568-4, pp. 306–325
Globalization, Social Exclusion and Social Justice: Some Reflections on Dalits of India
In Iswar Modi (ed.), Gender, Identity and Multiple Marginalities (Essays in Honour of Prof. Yogendra Singh), Rawat Publisher, Jaipur, 2015 — ISBN 978-81-316-0667-4, pp. 279–296
Poverty Alleviation Measures and Dalits of Eastern Uttar Pradesh: The Need for Structural Transformation
In Jagan Karade (ed.), Caste Discrimination in Modern India, Rawat Publisher, Jaipur, 2015 — ISBN 978-81-316-0703-9, pp. 72–90
Caste Based Exclusion and Inclusion of Dalits in Eastern Uttar Pradesh: A Sociological Interpolation
In Jagan Karade (ed.), Caste Based Exclusion, Rawat Publisher, Jaipur, 2015 — ISBN 978-81-316-0706, pp. 76–94
Dr Ambedkar aur Rajya Samajbad ki Abdharana
In Amarnath Paswan (ed.), Hasiye ka Samaj evam Dr Ambedkar, Times Publications, New Delhi, 2015 — ISBN 978-93-83315-09-3, pp. 1–9
Democracy, Political Participation and Panchayat Raj: Issues and Challenges in Uttar Pradesh
In Amarnath Paswan (ed.), Indian Democracy: Dimensions, Dilemmas and Inclusive Justice, Victorious Publisher, New Delhi, 2016 — ISBN 978-93-84224-39-4, pp. 244–254
Dr Ambedkar's Life-world of Justice: The Budhmaya Bharat
In Arun Gautam (Convener), Celebration of the 125th Birth Anniversary of Dr Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, Mississauga Palace, Ontario, Canada, June 4, 2016, pp. 16–17
Dr B.R. Ambedkar on Education: A Clarion Call for Renaissance in India
In R.C. Sobti et al. (ed.), Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar's Vision of Education: Message for Teachers and Teacher Educators, Narendra Publication House, Delhi, 2016 — ISBN 978-93-84337-78-7, pp. 105–125
Profile of Dalit Women in Panchayati Raj: A Field View from Eastern Uttar Pradesh
In M.M. Verma (ed.), Women Empowerment: Perspectives and Dimensions, Serials Publications, New Delhi, 2017 — ISBN 978-81-933190-1-7, pp. 513–540
Tribal Development and Social Exclusion: Nuances of Alternative Development Paradigm
In Sudheer Srivastava and Saubhagya Ranjan Padhi (eds.), Tribes in Transition: Contemporary Discourses, Gyan Publishing House, New Delhi, 2020 — ISBN 978-81-2129884, pp. 95–106
Krantiveer Madari Pasi aur Awadh ka Eka-Kishan Aandolan: Dastavejon se Vishmrit Hasiye Ke Samaj Ka Nayak
In Amarnath Paswan (ed.), Bhartiya Swatantra Sangram Ke Vishmrit Nayak, Akhand Publication, New Delhi, 2022 (with Ajay Kumar) — ISBN 978-93-90870-85-1, pp. 1–17
Environment and Development: Ethical and Empirical Paradox
In Kameshwar Choudhary and B.K. Nagla (eds.), Modernity, Globalization, and Social Stratification, Rawat Publications, New Delhi, 2024 (with Nirakar) — ISBN 978-81-316-1364-1, pp. 85–96
Dalit Movement in Odisha: 'Castes in Caste' and the Politics of Partisan
In Abha Chauhan, Ajailiu Niumai, Tattwamasi Paltasing (eds.), Hundred Years of Sociology in India: Evolving Issues, Emerging Trends, Springer, New Delhi, 2025 (with Vijay) — ISBN 978-981-96-1316-8, pp. 149–157
Newspaper Articles (15)
Vybashayikaran se Shikhya ki Mukti Jaruri
Hindustan: a National Hindi Daily, Varanasi Edition — 29 June 2004
Niskriyata Hogi Mout ko Nimantran (Global Warming)
Hindustan: a National Hindi Daily, Varanasi Edition — 20 July 2005
Atnakwadi Gatividhiya-Jimmedar Koun?
Gandiv: A Regional Hindi Daily, Varanasi — 5 August 2005
Hinshawadi Manasikata se Ladane me Kitan Kargar Sabit Hoga Naya Adhiniyam?
Gandiv: A Regional Hindi Daily, Varanasi — 17 November 2005
Bhasa Vivad
Gandiv: A Regional Hindi Daily, Varanasi — 23 February 2007
Privatization of Education: Sarswati Piche Lakshmi Age
Amarujala: Compact, a Local Hindi Daily, Varanasi — 23 January 2008
Khetrab ad ki Jimmedari Kiski
Amarujala: Compact, a Local Hindi Daily, Varanasi — 31 March 2008
Pitrusatta ke Chakrabrihu me Fashi Panchayati raj Vyvasta
Dainik Pilot (Bhatinda), 29 November 2010 · Kumund Sandesh (Saptahik), Delhi, 29 Nov–5 Dec 2010 · Dainik Vir Pratap, Jalandhar, 2 December 2010 · Jagrit Marwad Patrika, Bhinmal, Rajasthan
Purushsatta ke Chakr ab rihu me Fashi Panchayati raj Vyvasta
Sach Kahu Delhi: a Local Hindi Daily, Delhi — 4 December 2010
RSS Ra 100 Barsha Ra Yatra
Samalochana Ama Samayara: a Local Odia Daily, Bhubaneswar — 8 May 2026
Brusha Sankranti Ra Samajik O Sanskrutik Mahatwa
Nandini: a Local Odia Daily, Paradeep — 15 May 2026
Odisha Re Sabitri Brata: Parmpara, Gurutwa O Adhuniktar Awhan
Samayara: a Local Odia Daily, Bhubaneswar — 16 May 2026
Suryanka Brushabha Rashi Ku Prabesh
Satyar Swar NIRBHAYA: a Local Odia Daily, Bhubaneswar — 17 May 2026
Vishwa Paribesh Diwas: Ajira Pariprekhya Re Ek Drustibhangi
Prusthabhumi and Sakal Sathi: a Local Odia Daily, Cuttack — 5 June 2026
Paribesh O Pradushan
Satyar Swar NIRBHAYA: a Local Odia Daily, Bhubaneswar — 7 June 2026
Doctoral Mentorship
PhD Scholars Supervised
A roster of doctoral candidates who completed their PhD under the guidance of Prof. B. B. Malik at Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Lucknow — spanning sociology of education, Dalit studies, environmental sociology, and gender.
| Scholar | Thesis | Awarded |
|---|---|---|
Shambhu Prasad | Aaudhaugikikaran evm Paristhitikiya Asantulan (Sonbhadra Zile ke Gramin aur Nagriya Kshatra par aadharit ek Samajshastriya Adhyayan) | 28/05/2012 1395/COE/BBAU/2012 |
Abin Ojha | Impact of Co-Operatives on Socio-Economic Development: A Study of Tanahun District in Nepal | 28/05/2015 111/COE/BBAU/2015 |
Ajay Kumar | Uttar Pradesh me Samkalin Dalit Andolan: Ek Samajshastriya Adhyayan | 28/05/2015 112/COE/BBAU/2015 |
Narendra Pal | Development Policy, Plan Implementation and Scheduled Caste Women: A Sociological Study of Agra District of Uttar Pradesh | 12/08/2015 255/COE/BBAU/2015 |
Siddharth Kumar | Social Exclusion and Elementary Education: A Study of Scheduled Caste Children of Shrawasti District | 26/01/2019 865/COE/BBAU/2019 |
Shashi Pal | Elementary Education in Uttar Pradesh: A Sociological Study of Lucknow and Unnao Districts | 26/03/2019 865/COE/BBAU/2019 |
| Scholar | Thesis | Awarded |
|---|---|---|
Aakansha Shukla | Uttar Pradesh me Samanvit Bal Vikas Pariyojana ke Kriyanvayan ki Sthiti: Lucknow Zile ke Labharthiyon ka Ek Samajshastriya Adhyayan | 15/10/2020 208/COE/BBAU/2020 |
Ruchi Awasthi | Sociology of Sanitation: A Study of Scavengers of Lucknow | 04/06/2021 53/COE/BBAU/2021 |
Vijay Laxmi Mall | Sociology and Human-Animal Interaction: A Study of Lucknow | 01/04/2022 07/COE/BBAU/2022 |
Manashi Mahi | Elementary Education and RTE: A Study of Selected Districts of Odisha | 31/05/2022 85/COE/BBAU/2022 |
Ramesh Kumar | Social Philosophy of Kabir and Kabir Panth: A Sociological Study of North India | 29/12/2022 546/COE/BBAU/2022 |
Dipak Kharwar | Tribe, Ecology and Development: A Study of Sonbhadra Region | 23/06/2023 142/COE/BBAU/2022 |
12 PhD theses awarded under supervision · BBAU Lucknow
Post-Doctoral Mentorship
3
Post-doctoral scholars mentored
M.Phil Supervised
25+
M.Phil scholars supervised
Career
Positions Held
April 2026 — Present
CurrentVice Chancellor
Rajendra University (A State Public University)
Balangir, Odisha
2026
OSD, Amethi Satellite Centre
Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU)
Amethi, Uttar Pradesh
2021 — Present
Senior Professor
Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU)
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
2011 — 2021
Professor
Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU)
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
2015 — 2026
Professor of Sociology
Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU)
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
2022 — 2025
Dean, School of Ambedkar Studies & Social Sciences
Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU)
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
2020 — 2022
Proctor
Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU)
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
2019 — 2022
Chairman, Equal Opportunity Cell (EOC)
Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU)
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
2018 — 2020
Head, Department of Sociology
Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU)
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
2011–14 & 2026
Head, Department of Sociology
Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU)
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
2021 — 2025
Chairman/Member Coordinator, NAAC Peer Teams
National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)
Across 9+ States, India
2017 — 2018
Expert Member — Ambedkar Studies Centre
University Grants Commission (UGC)
New Delhi
2010 — 2015
Associate Professor of Sociology
Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU)
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
2005 — 2010
Associated Professor
Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU)
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
2005 — 2010
Assistant Professor of Sociology
Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU)
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
1998 — 2005
Assistant Professor
Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU)
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
2002 — 2005
Post-Doctoral Research Fellow
Jawaharlal Nehru University
New Delhi
1998 — 2002
Research Associate / Teaching Assistant
Jawaharlal Nehru University
New Delhi
National Service
UGC Committees
2021 — 2025
NAAC Peer Assessment Leadership
Prof. Malik served as Coordinator and Chairperson of NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council) Peer Assessment Teams, conducting institutional quality assessments across 9+ states in India. His leadership contributed directly to raising educational standards in universities and colleges across the nation.
- — Assessed 15+ institutions over 4 years
- — Led teams across Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Odisha, Jharkhand
- — Contributed to framing assessment criteria for social sciences
2017 — 2018
UGC Expert Committee — Ambedkar Studies
Appointed as Expert Member on the University Grants Commission (UGC) committee for establishment of Dr. Ambedkar Studies Centres across Indian universities. Prof. Malik's expertise in Dalit Studies and Ambedkarite scholarship informed national policy on the promotion of social justice-oriented academic research.
- — Evaluated proposals from universities across India
- — Advised on curriculum design for Ambedkar Studies
- — Contributed to policy framework for Dalit Studies centres
Visual Record
Gallery
Formal Portrait — Vice Chancellor, Rajendra University
Address at Rajendra University, Balangir, Odisha
Warm Welcome Ceremony, Rajendra University
Welcome at Rajendra University, April 2026
Paying Tribute at Dr. Ambedkar's Statue
Felicitation Ceremony, Rajendra University
At Lok Bhavan, Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Official Meeting, Lok Bhavan, Odisha
Formal Portrait — Prof. B. B. Malik
Official Portrait, BBAU Lucknow
International Conference Presentation, Vienna
International Academic Engagement
Academic Address