ISI Kolkata Recruitment 2026: 4 Postdoctoral Fellow & Project Staff – Apply Offline by Email

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Postdoctoral Fellow: PhD (Completed or Thesis Submitted) in Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics, or related areas. Must have at least two publications.
• PA (Project Assistant): M.Sc. in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science or MCA or M.Tech. in Information Technology, Electronics and Telecommunication, Electrical, or related areas.
• Project Linked Personnel: Graduate in any discipline with proficiency in documentation and technical drafting.

Note: Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/Women/Differently-abled candidates as per rules, and for additional experience.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

The selection process involves the following stages:

1. Application Submission: Email application with Resume and Essay as per notification instructions.
2. Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on qualifications and experience.
3. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.

Note: No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

Candidates must send self-attested copies of the following documents along with their application email:

• Completed bio-data with personal, educational, and experience details.
• All educational certificates and mark sheets (relevant qualifications).
• PhD certificate or thesis submission proof (for Postdoctoral Fellow).
• Experience certificates (if applicable).
• Category/Caste Certificate (if applicable, in Central Government format).
• Two recent passport-size photographs.
• Valid Photo ID proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN).
• Essay (as per notification instructions).

Instructions: Clearly mention the post applied for in the email subject line. Send the application to the official email address mentioned in the notification before 05 October 2026. Keep a copy of the sent email for your records.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the last date to apply for ISI Kolkata Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the application via email is 05 October 2026.

2. How do I apply for these posts?

This is an offline recruitment process. You must prepare your application, attach self-attested documents, and send it via email to the address specified in the official notification. There is no online application portal.

3. What is the application fee?

There is no application fee for any category. The recruitment is fee-exempted.

4. What is the nature of these jobs? Are they permanent?

No, these are contractual/project-based positions with Indian Statistical Institute Kolkata. They are not permanent central/state government cadre posts and do not carry the benefits of a permanent government job, such as lifetime pension.

5. What is the salary structure for the Postdoctoral Fellow position?

The Postdoctoral Fellow will receive a monthly stipend of INR 55,000 to 67,000, plus House Rent Allowance (HRA), and a contingency grant of INR 2,00,000.

6. Will Travel Allowance (TA/DA) be paid for attending the interview?

No, No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for appearing in the interview.