Central University of Haryana
Contractual / Regular

CUH Research Project Staff Recruitment 2026

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Sep. 22, 2026
Research AssistantField InvestigatorCasual Research Staff

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Vacancies
7 Posts
Pay Scale
Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 37,000/- per month (Rs. 2,000/day for Casual Staff)
Age Limit
As per ICSSR / Central University Norms
Job Location
Haryana35Himachal Pradesh9+1 More...

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 21, 2026

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Starts

Sep 21, 2026

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Deadline

Oct 12, 2026

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Exam Date

TBA

Application Window21 Sep – 12 Oct 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.

Educational Qualification

Research Assistant (01 Post): Post Graduate in any Social Science discipline with minimum 55% marks (preference to NET / M.Phil / Ph.D. holders).
Field Investigators (03 Posts): Graduate in any Social Science discipline with minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade (preference for four-year undergraduate degree holders).
Casual Research Staff (03 Posts): Graduation in any stream.
Special Criteria: Preference will be given to candidates familiar with hilly or rural terrain and proficient in the local language of Himachal Pradesh, where empirical fieldwork and data collection will take place.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Age limits and concessions are as per standard ICSSR Major Research Project guidelines and Central University of Haryana rules.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Application Screening & Shortlisting

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Interview (Google Meet / Telephonic)

OnlineMerit Scored

Applications submitted through the Google Form will be screened on the basis of academic credentials, social science research background, and familiarity with Himachal Pradesh terrain/language. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview via Google Meet or telephonic call. Final selection is based on interview performance and empirical research aptitude.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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Official weightage breakdown, qualification scoring, and interview evaluation criteria.

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Academic Record & Social Science Degrees40 MarksMarks awarded for qualifying undergraduate / postgraduate degrees in Social Science with 55%+ marks, NET/M.Phil/Ph.D.
Field Survey & Data Collection Experience30 MarksPrior experience in primary surveys, administering questionnaires, field interviews, and familiarity with Himachal Pradesh terrain and local language.
Online Interview (Google Meet / Telephonic)30 MarksAssessment of conceptual grasp on informal livelihoods, PM-SVA Nidhi scheme, gig economy resilience, and communication skills.

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Work Culture & Environment

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Field-intensive empirical research project under the Department of Commerce, Central University of Haryana, sponsored by ICSSR under the theme 'Informal Livelihoods under PM-SVA Nidhi: Gig Economy Engagement and Economic Resilience for Viksit Bharat @2047' led by Dr. Bhushan Singh. The work requires extensive primary survey data collection among street vendors, gig workers, and micro-entrepreneurs across urban and rural/hilly clusters of Himachal Pradesh, administering questionnaires, conducting focused group discussions (FGDs), and qualitative/quantitative econometric modeling.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Base institution is Central University of Haryana (Mahendergarh), with extended on-site fieldwork stays in designated study districts across Himachal Pradesh. Initial contract is for 6 months for RA and Field Investigators (daily engagement for Casual Staff), extendable based on project performance and ICSSR fund availability.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Project positions are temporary and co-terminus with the study duration. They offer substantial exposure to central government policy evaluation (PM-SVA Nidhi scheme) and ICSSR research methodology, serving as an exceptional foundation for Ph.D. admissions, UGC NET/JRF research score enhancement, and policy think-tank recruitment (NITI Aayog, ICSSR institutes).
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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  • Mandatory Fieldwork in Himachal Pradesh: Selected project personnel must be willing to physically travel and reside in rural and hilly study areas of Himachal Pradesh during survey cycles; local language proficiency and physical adaptability are essential.
  • Strict 21-Day Google Form Submission Window: Applications are accepted solely via the designated Google Form link within 21 days of publication (by 12-10-2026). Incomplete submissions without attached certificates will not be considered.
  • Purely Temporary Engagement: The appointment carries no claim for regular or permanent absorption in the Central University of Haryana or ICSSR.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

  • Research Assistant1
  • Field Investigator3
  • Casual Research Staff3
Total Vacancies7 Posts

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Consolidated pay of Rs. 37,000/- per month for Research Assistant, Rs. 20,000/- per month for Field Investigator, and Rs. 2,000/- per day for Casual Research Staff.

Research Assistant: Rs. 37,000/- per month; Field Investigator: Rs. 20,000/- per month; Casual Research Staff: Rs. 2,000/- per day (inclusive of remuneration, lodging, food, and TA).

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

  1. Visit the Central University of Haryana recruitment portal at https://www.cuh.ac.in.
  2. Access the official Google Form application link: https://forms.gle/L6XKwLB6FR6V1ICV9.
  3. Fill in personal details, contact number, educational qualifications, research background, and local language proficiency.
  4. Upload self-attested supporting certificates, degree mark sheets, and an updated CV in the form.
  5. Submit the application within 21 days of publication (on or before 12th October 2026).
  6. Shortlisted candidates will receive interview details and the Google Meet link via separate email and phone call. For queries, contact Project Director Dr. Bhushan Singh at [email protected].

Application Fee & Category Concessions

No application fee is required.

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Applications are invited for Research Assistant (01 post), Field Investigators (03 posts), and Casual Research Staff (03 posts), making a total of 7 project positions.

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