Central University of Gujarat (CUG) Invites Application for 3 Research Assistant / Field Investigator Recruitment 2026

Central University of Gujarat Gandhinagar Last Date: 30th July, 2026
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Research Assistant and Field Investigator

Central University of Gujarat (CUG)

The Central University of Gujarat (CUG) has released a notification for the recruitment of Research Assistant and Field Investigators on a contractual basis. This is a project-based recruitment. Eligible candidates with a Postgraduate degree in Social Sciences and relevant qualifications can apply via email.

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Particular Details
Organization Central University of Gujarat
Post Names Research Assistant, Field Investigator
Total Vacancies 3
Application Mode Email
Last Date 30th July 2026
Job Type Contractual
Official Website cug.ac.in
Gandhinagar,
Gujarat,
IN

Employment Type:CONTRACT

Number of Vacancies:3

Educational Qualification:

  • For Both Posts: Postgraduate degree in any Social Science discipline with a minimum of 55% marks.
  • For Research Assistant (Additional): Must have cleared NET/SET/M.Phil./Ph.D.

Experience:Not specified.

Skills:Research aptitude, field investigation skills, social science knowledge.

Age Limit (as on the last date of application):Maximum 40 years.

Salary (per month):



  • Research Assistant: ₹37,000
  • Field Investigator: ₹20,000

Selection Procedure: Shortlisting based on qualification and suitability, followed by an Interview.

Application Fee: No application fee is mentioned.

How to Apply

Candidates who wish to apply for the CUG Research Assistant and Field Investigators Recruitment 2026 must follow the email application process below.

  1. Prepare Application: Prepare a complete bio-data/application including personal details, educational qualifications (with percentage), and any relevant experience.
  2. Attach Documents: Attach self-attested scanned copies of all required documents (educational certificates, NET/SET/M.Phil./Ph.D. certificate for RA, ID proof, recent photograph, etc.).
  3. Send Email: Email the application and documents to the official email address mentioned in the notification.
  4. Subject Line: Clearly mention the post applied for (e.g., "Application for Research Assistant" or "Application for Field Investigator") in the subject line of the email.
  5. Deadline: Ensure the email is sent on or before 30th July 2026.
  6. Keep a Copy: Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.

Note: The exact email address is not provided in the article. Candidates should refer to the official notification on the CUG website for this information.

Important Dates

Last Date for Email Application: 30th July 2026

Official Notification:

Official Website:

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the last date to apply?

The last date to submit your application via email is 30th July 2026.

How many vacancies are available?

There are a total of 3 vacancies: 1 for Research Assistant and 2 for Field Investigators.

What is the educational qualification required?

You need a Postgraduate degree in Social Science with at least 55% marks. For Research Assistant, you also need NET/SET/M.Phil./Ph.D.

How can I apply?

You must apply via email by sending your application and documents to the official email address provided in the notification.

Is there an application fee?

No, there is no application fee mentioned.

What is the salary for the Research Assistant?

The monthly salary for the Research Assistant is ₹37,000.

What is the age limit?

The maximum age limit is 40 years.

What is the selection process?

The selection involves shortlisting based on qualifications, followed by an Interview.

Where can I find the official notification?

The official notification is available on the Central University of Gujarat website: www.cug.ac.in.

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Established by Parliament of India through the Central Universities Act (2009), Central University of Gujarat (CUG) considers its main objectives to be dissemination and advancement of knowledge creation and sharing. The University is committed to make special provisions for integrated and interdisciplinary courses, to educate and train human resources for the country's development, to initiate appropriate measures for promoting innovation in teaching and learning and to pay special attention to improve the social and economic conditions and welfare of the people, especially pertaining to their intellectual, academic and cultural development. The University was ranked overall 60th in India and 2nd among all the Universities in Gujarat in NIRF 2016 rankings. According to NIRF 2017, the University ranked among the top 150 Universities in the country.


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