IIT ISM Dhanbad Field Investigator Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility, Salary, Last Date

IIT ISM Dhanbad Field Investigator Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility, Salary, Last Date

IIT ISM Dhanbad Field Investigator Recruitment 2026: Overview

The Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad has released an official notification for the recruitment of 1 Field Investigator. This recruitment is for Project No. SRDP 1252 G and offers a great opportunity for candidates with a background in social sciences. This is a Direct Recruitment based on merit and interview, not a competitive written exam.

Selected candidates will be engaged on a contract basis for a period of 5 months (part of a 12-month project). The position involves research work requiring travel to South India.

Recruitment Type

• Type: Direct Recruitment (Merit-based & Interview)
• Mode of Application: Email (Offline)

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)

Educational Qualification

• Essential: Post Graduate in any social science discipline with a minimum of 55% marks.
• Preference: Candidates with Post Graduation in Psychology will be given preference.
• Skills:
  • Proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
  • Willingness to travel and work in South India (Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu).

Age Limit

• Age Limit: No age limit specified for this post.
• Age Relaxation: Not applicable (as no age limit is specified).

Mandatory Requirements

• Candidates must be willing to undertake fieldwork and travel as required by the project.

Selection Process

Unlike typical government exams, this recruitment follows a streamlined process:

1. Merit-based Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on their academic performance (Post Graduate marks) and relevance of background.
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email regarding the interview date and mode.

Application Fee

No Application Fee is mentioned in the official notification. Candidates can apply via email free of cost.

How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide)

Interested candidates must apply via email. Follow these steps carefully:

1. Read Notification: Download and read the official notification PDF linked below.
2. Prepare Application: Draft a complete Bio-data including personal details, educational qualifications, and relevant experience.
3. Attach Documents: Scan and attach self-attested copies of:
   • Educational Certificates (Marksheets & Degrees)
   • Experience Certificates (if any)
   • ID Proof (Aadhar Card/Passport)
   • Recent Passport-size Photograph
4. Email Subject Line: Clearly mention "Application for the Post of Field Investigator (Advt No. SRDP 1252 G)" in the subject line of your email.
5. Send Email: Send the application to the official email address provided in the notification.
6. Deadline: Ensure the email is sent on or before 04-03-2026.

Important Dates

Important Links

• Download Official Notification PDF
• Apply via Email: Check the notification PDF for the specific email address.
• Official Website: IIT ISM Dhanbad