IIMC New Delhi • ICSSR Research Project
IIMC Research Assistant Recruitment 2026
Applications are invited by email for one temporary Research Assistant position under an ICSSR-sponsored project.
Vacancy
1 Post
Monthly Pay
₹37,000
Last Date
31 July 2026
Recruitment Overview
| Organisation | Indian Institute of Mass Communication, New Delhi |
| Advertisement Number | No.IIMC/RESEARCH/ICSSR/2026/1 |
| Post Name | Research Assistant |
| Project | Transformation Through Streaming: An Impact Study of OTT Content on Gender Values and Family Structures among the Indian Youth |
| Total Vacancy | 01 |
| Category-wise Vacancies | Not specified in the official notification. |
| Employment Type | Purely temporary and co-terminus with the project |
| Duration | 15 months |
| Location | IIMC, New Delhi |
| Application Mode |
Post-wise Vacancy
| Post | Vacancy | Duration | Employment Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research Assistant | 01 | 15 months | Purely temporary and co-terminus with the project |
Qualification, Skills, Age and Pay
Essential Qualification
- Postgraduate degree in any Social Science discipline with a minimum of 55% marks.
- NET or M.Phil./Ph.D. in the relevant discipline.
Desirable Skills and Experience
- Research experience in media, sociology, gender studies, communication or an allied Social Science discipline.
- Experience in quantitative and qualitative research, survey design, data collection, content analysis and report writing.
- Proficiency in statistical software such as SPSS, R or similar tools.
| Age Limit | Not specified in the official notification. |
| Age Relaxation | Not specified in the official notification. |
| Monthly Remuneration | ₹37,000 per month |
| Pay Level | Not specified in the official notification. |
Application Fee and Selection
| Application Fee | No application fee is mentioned in the official notification. |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting followed by an interview |
| Interview Date | Not specified in the official notification. Shortlisted candidates will be informed through email. |
| TA/DA | No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview. |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 15 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 31 July 2026 |
| Closing Time | Not specified in the official notification. |
| Interview Date | Will be communicated to shortlisted candidates through email |
How to Apply
- Download the official advertisement and the prescribed Research Assistant application form.
- Complete the application form and prepare a detailed CV and covering letter.
- Attach self-attested copies of educational qualification and relevant experience certificates.
- Email the completed documents to cemcor.iimc.2024@gmail.com so that they are received by 31 July 2026.
Application Contact
Principal Investigator: Dr. Rachna Sharma
Designation: Associate Professor & Head, CEMCOR
Department: Centre for Media and Communication Research
Institution: Indian Institute of Mass Communication, New Delhi
Application Email: cemcor.iimc.2024@gmail.com
Postal Application Address: Not specified in the official notification.
Important Official Links
Important: The engagement is purely temporary and will end with the project. Meeting the minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee selection, and IIMC may decide not to fill the position if a suitable candidate is unavailable.
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