IIM Lucknow Recruitment 2026: Research Associate – Apply Online @ iiml.ac.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Ph.D. in Marketing demonstrating strong research competence and subject expertise
• First Class performance throughout from a reputed institute or university, completed in regular mode
• At least one research publication in a peer-reviewed journal (national or international)

Desirable Qualifications:

• Research experience in publishing high-quality papers in the marketing domain
• Proficiency in qualitative research methods and experiments
• Ability to use SPSS, MAXQDA, SmartPLS, Qualtrics, and Prolific for data collection and analysis

Selection Process & Screening Clause

• Applications are screened for eligibility based on qualifications, publications, and research competence
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email for an online interview
• The final selection will be based on the performance in the online interview
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview
• Canvassing through any means will lead to immediate rejection

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth
• All Degree and Consolidated Mark Sheets (Relevant Qualifications)
• Ph.D. Degree Certificate in Marketing (regular mode)
• Evidence of peer-reviewed research publication (national or international)
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) – uploaded with online application
• Valid Category / Caste Certificate in prescribed format (if applicable)
• Two recent passport-size photographs & Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)

Important Instructions:

• This is a purely contractual position for an initial period of one year, extendable based on performance and institute requirements
• Incomplete or ineligible applications will be rejected without intimation
• Applications received after 25 October 2026 will be summarily rejected
• Only online applications will be accepted; no other mode is permitted
• The selected candidate must relocate to the Lucknow Campus for the duration of the contract

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the last date to apply for IIM Lucknow Research Associate Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application for the IIM Lucknow Research Associate position is 25 October 2026. The notification was issued on 29 September 2026.

2. How can candidates apply for this position?

Candidates must apply online through the official IIM Lucknow website. The application form requires submission of a detailed CV along with all required information. No offline or postal applications are accepted.

3. What is the monthly salary for the Research Associate post?

The selected candidate will receive a consolidated monthly fellowship of Rs. 60,000/- plus HRA as per applicable norms of the institute.

4. Is this a permanent government job?

No. This is a purely contractual position for an initial period of one year, extendable based on the candidate's performance and the institute's requirements. It does not confer permanent government job security or pension benefits.

5. Will IIM Lucknow pay TA/DA for attending the interview?

No. No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending the online interview, even if called for the same.

6. What is the interview process for shortlisted candidates?

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email for an online interview. The exact interview date will be notified to shortlisted candidates separately by the institute.