📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
Recruitment Overview
The Institute of Rural Management Anand (IRMA), an Institution of National Importance under the Ministry of Cooperation, Government of India, invites applications for the prestigious RBI Chair Professor in Development / Rural Economics. Funded by the Reserve Bank of India's Corpus Fund, this is a premier opportunity for eminent scholars with a proven track record of research and publication. This recruitment is for a senior academic position and is based on merit and research credentials.
Recruitment Type: This is Direct Recruitment based on merit and academic standing. No competitive examination is involved.
Key Highlights Table
| Organization Name | Institute of Rural Management Anand (IRMA) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | RBI Chair Professor |
| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Application Start Date | Available Now |
| Last Date to Apply | 11th March, 11:59 PM |
| Official Website | www.irma.ac.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Scale/Salary | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| RBI Chair Professor | 01 (One) | IRMA Pay Matrix Level 14A (₹1,49,100 – ₹2,18,900). Plus DA, LTA, HRA/Campus Housing, Medical, etc. |
Not specified (Must be eligible Professor with 10+ years experience) |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification & Experience
- Designation: The candidate must currently be a Professor.
- Experience: Must have at least 10 years of post-PhD experience in teaching and research.
- Research Leadership: Demonstrated leadership in research or consultancy projects of substantial size and scope.
- Publications (Strict Requirement):
- A minimum of 12 journal publications in the last 10 years.
- At least 5 in Category A (ABDC A or SJR >1.000).
- At least 2 in Category B (ABDC B or SJR 0.500-0.999) or above.
- Preference: Expertise in applied/agricultural economics, development economics, and rural economics is preferred.
Age Limit & Relaxation
Specific age limit is not mentioned. However, this is a senior tenured position requiring 10+ years of post-PhD experience.
Mandatory Requirements
- Candidates must have a portfolio of engagements including research, teaching, training/extension, and consulting.
- Must submit details of recently published papers along with their SJR ranks.
Selection Process
This is a Direct Recruitment process. The selection will be merit-based, likely involving the following stages:
- Screening of Application: Based on CV, publications (Category A/B), and research portfolio.
- Presentation/Seminar: Shortlisted candidates may be required to present their research work.
- Interview: Interaction with the Selection Committee.
Note: No written examination is conducted for this position.
Application Fee
Not specified in the notification. Candidates should check the official online portal during the application process.
How to Apply
- Visit the official IRMA website: www.irma.ac.in.
- Navigate to the "Careers" section.
- Locate the notification for "RBI Chair Professor in Development / Rural Economics".
- Click on the Apply Online link.
- Fill in the application form with personal, academic, and professional details.
- Upload the required documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Details of recently published papers (including SJR ranks).
- Details of past work in the Ph.D.
- Submit the application online on or before 11th March, 11:59 PM.
Important Dates
- Notification Release: Available Now
- Application Deadline: 11th March, 11:59 PM