JNU Research Assistant & Field Investigator Recruitment 2026
Jawaharlal Nehru University has invited email applications for one Research Assistant and one Field Investigator position under an ICSSR Major Research Project on gig workers in India.
2 Posts
Total positions
₹37,000
Research Assistant
₹20,000
Field Investigator
Email
Application mode
Last date: 7 August 2026, up to 5:00 PM
JNU Recruitment Overview
The Centre for Economic Studies and Planning at Jawaharlal Nehru University is recruiting project staff for an Indian Council of Social Science Research-funded Major Research Project.
Organisation
Jawaharlal Nehru University
Centre
Centre for Economic Studies and Planning
School
School of Social Sciences
Funding organisation
Indian Council of Social Science Research
Post names
Research Assistant and Field Investigator
Total positions
02
Appointment type
Purely temporary project appointment
Initial tenure
Six months or until services are required
Application mode
Email
Interview mode
Google Meet
Location
Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi
Research Project Title
Formalization of Gig Workers in India: A Quantitative and
Qualitative Assessment in Major Cities
Post-Wise Vacancy and Eligibility
Research Assistant
Vacancy: 01
Essential qualification:
Postgraduate degree in Economics with a minimum of 55% marks and NET, M.Phil or Ph.D.
Postgraduate degree in Economics with a minimum of 55% marks and NET, M.Phil or Ph.D.
Preferred experience:
Experience in data analysis and exposure to software packages such as R, STATA or EViews.
Experience in data analysis and exposure to software packages such as R, STATA or EViews.
Monthly remuneration:
₹37,000 per month
₹37,000 per month
Field Investigator
Vacancy: 01
Essential qualification:
Postgraduate degree in Economics with a minimum of 55% marks.
Postgraduate degree in Economics with a minimum of 55% marks.
Preferred experience:
Experience in data sampling and field work.
Experience in data sampling and field work.
Monthly remuneration:
₹20,000 per month
₹20,000 per month
Candidates should apply only for the post for which they meet
the prescribed educational qualification.
Age Limit and Application Fee
Age limit
Not specified in the official advertisement
Application fee
No application fee is mentioned
Category-wise reservation
Not specified in the official advertisement
Appointment Duration
The selected candidates will initially be appointed for six months or until their services are required by the Project Director.
Both positions are purely temporary project posts. The
advertisement does not provide any right to permanent employment
or regular appointment at JNU.
Selection Process
1
Application Screening
Submitted CVs will be examined based on the prescribed qualification and suitability for the research project.
Submitted CVs will be examined based on the prescribed qualification and suitability for the research project.
2
Shortlisting
Only candidates shortlisted by the project authority will be called for the interview.
Only candidates shortlisted by the project authority will be called for the interview.
3
Online Interview
The interview will be conducted through Google Meet.
The interview will be conducted through Google Meet.
4
Email Communication
The Google Meet link and interview information will be sent to shortlisted candidates through their registered email address.
The Google Meet link and interview information will be sent to shortlisted candidates through their registered email address.
No TA or DA will be paid for appearing in the interview.
Details Required in the CV
The detailed Curriculum Vitae should include the following information:
- Full name of the applicant.
- Date of birth.
- Complete contact address.
- Active email address.
- Mobile number.
- Academic qualifications.
- Essential and technical qualifications.
- Professional qualifications, where applicable.
- Details of research experience.
- Any other information relevant to selection for the position.
Applicants should ensure that their CV clearly explains how
their qualification and experience match the post selected.
Important Dates
Last date to email the application
7 August 2026
Closing time
5:00 PM
Interview date
Will be informed to shortlisted candidates
Interview mode
Google Meet
How to Apply
1
Read the official JNU advertisement
Check the qualification, preferred experience, salary and temporary appointment conditions for both posts.
Check the qualification, preferred experience, salary and temporary appointment conditions for both posts.
2
Select the appropriate post
Choose either Research Assistant or Field Investigator based on your qualification.
Choose either Research Assistant or Field Investigator based on your qualification.
3
Prepare a detailed CV
Include your personal details, educational qualifications, professional qualifications and research experience.
Include your personal details, educational qualifications, professional qualifications and research experience.
4
Prepare the email subject
Mention the research-project name and the exact post applied for in the email subject line.
Mention the research-project name and the exact post applied for in the email subject line.
5
Email the application
Send the detailed CV to the Project Director’s official JNU email address.
Send the detailed CV to the Project Director’s official JNU email address.
6
Submit before the deadline
The email must reach the Project Director on or before 7 August 2026 at 5:00 PM.
The email must reach the Project Director on or before 7 August 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Application email address
pawankumar16@mail.jnu.ac.in
Suggested email-subject format:
Application for Research Assistant / Field Investigator – Formalization of Gig Workers in India
Application for Research Assistant / Field Investigator – Formalization of Gig Workers in India
Replace the post name in the email subject with the exact
position for which you are applying.
Project Director and Contact Address
Dr. Pawan Kumar
Project Director and Associate Professor
Room No. 321, CESP/SSS-II
Jawaharlal Nehru University
New Delhi – 110067
Project Director and Associate Professor
Room No. 321, CESP/SSS-II
Jawaharlal Nehru University
New Delhi – 110067
Application mode is email. The official advertisement does not
instruct candidates to send a printed application by post.
Important Instructions
- Applications must reach the official email address before the closing date and time.
- The project name and exact post applied for must be mentioned in the email subject.
- Candidates will be shortlisted according to their qualifications and suitability for the project.
- Merely possessing the required qualification does not guarantee an interview call.
- Only shortlisted applicants will receive interview communication.
- The interview will be conducted online through Google Meet.
- Candidates should provide an active and correctly entered email address in the CV.
- No TA or DA will be provided for participating in the interview.
Important Official Links
JNU has published this project advertisement directly on its
official recruitment page. A separate notification PDF is not
provided with the listing.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available?
There are two positions: one Research Assistant and one Field
Investigator.
What is the Research Assistant salary?
The Research Assistant remuneration is ₹37,000 per month.
What is the Field Investigator salary?
The Field Investigator remuneration is ₹20,000 per month.
What qualification is required for Research Assistant?
A postgraduate degree in Economics with at least 55% marks and
NET, M.Phil or Ph.D. is required.
What qualification is required for Field Investigator?
A postgraduate degree in Economics with at least 55% marks is
required.
What is the last date to apply?
Applications must reach the official email address by
7 August 2026 at 5:00 PM.
How should candidates apply?
Eligible candidates must send their detailed CV by email to the
Project Director.
Is there an application fee?
No application fee is mentioned in the official advertisement.
Is an age limit specified?
No age limit is mentioned in the official advertisement.
How will the interview be conducted?
The interview will be conducted online through Google Meet for
shortlisted candidates.
Are these permanent JNU jobs?
No. Both appointments are purely temporary and connected to the
research project.
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