📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
- Recruiting Body: GIRI INSTITUTE OF DEVELOPMENT STUDIES (GIDS), Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
- Advertisement No: GIDS/P-46/2026
- Total Posts: 04
- Post Names: Senior Research Assistant (01), Research Investigator (03)
- Employment Nature: Contractual (Temporary for ICSSR Funded Project)
- Application Mode: Online Application (via email) or by Post
- Last Date to Apply: 30th September, 2026
- Application Fee: Nil (No fee mentioned)
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Research Assistant | 01 | Not Specified | Rs. 35,000 (Consolidated per month) |
| Research Investigator | 03 | Not Specified | Rs. 1,200 per day or Rs. 250 per schedule |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
- Senior Research Assistant: Post Graduate (55% marks) in Social Sciences with good academic records and computing skills. Preference for Ph.D. in Economics/Development Studies/Sociology/Statistics, excellent skills in primary data handling, and 3 years of research experience.
- Research Investigator: Graduate or Post Graduate in any discipline with good academic records and experience in primary data collection. Preference for females or candidates with data collection experience. Must have a Smartphone for online data collection via APP.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
Selection will be based on screening of applications and interview. The GIDS reserves the right to cancel or postpone the recruitment process without assigning any reasons. No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending the interview.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
Candidates must bring the following documents at the time of interview or submit with application:
- Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth
- All Degree and Consolidated Mark Sheets (Relevant Qualifications)
- Experience Certificates on Official Letterhead (if applicable)
- Valid Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government prescribed format (if applicable)
- Two recent passport-size photographs & Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)
- Updated CV
Application must be sent to the Project Director(s), Dr. Nomita P. Kumar and Dr. Kavita Baliyan, at [email protected] on or before 30th September, 2026. Applications can also be submitted by post to GIDS, Lucknow.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the last date to apply for GIDS Recruitment 2026?
- The last date to submit application is 30th September, 2026.
- How can I apply for this recruitment?
- Interested candidates can apply online by sending their application and CV to [email protected], or by post to the Project Director(s) at GIDS, Lucknow.
- Is there any application fee?
- No, there is no application fee for this recruitment.
- What is the nature of employment?
- The posts are contractual and temporary for a period of two months, with possible extension based on performance and requirement.
- What is the salary structure?
- Senior Research Assistant will receive Rs. 35,000 per month (consolidated). Research Investigator will be paid Rs. 1,200 per day or Rs. 250 per schedule.