Master's Degree in Population Studies / Demography / Statistics / Bio-statistics & Demography, along with knowledge of handling secondary data using Census and large-scale survey datasets. Desirable: Two years of research experience in urbanization research using quantitative techniques (particularly population projections and estimation), at least one research publication in a peer-reviewed journal, experience in writing research reports, and fluency in English speaking and writing.
Contractual / RegularSep. 12, 2026
IIPS Mumbai Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for Research Officer (Statistics) Post
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Sep. 12, 2026Research Officer (Statistics)
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Vacancies
1 Post
Pay Scale
Up to ₹55,000/- per month (Consolidated)
Age Limit
Not Specified in Notification (Standard GoI / IIPS Project Norms Apply)
Job Location
Crucial Recruitment Dates
Official schedule & key deadlines
Published
Sep 8, 2026
2
Starts
Sep 8, 2026
3
Deadline
Sep 20, 2026
4
Exam Date
Sep 23, 2026
Application Window8 – 20 Sep 2026
Exam / Test Date23 Sep 2026
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
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Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
No specific age limit is mentioned in the official advertisement. General central government and IIPS project recruitment guidelines apply.
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Application Screening and Shortlisting
OnlineQualifying Only
Personal Interview (Hybrid Mode)
Hybrid (Online / Offline)Merit Scored
Applications submitted through the Google Form and email will be screened based on essential qualifications, survey data handling expertise, and publications. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the interview in hybrid mode on 23 September 2026. The virtual meeting link will be emailed to shortlisted candidates. No written exam is conducted.
Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme
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| Evaluation Component |
|---|
| Postgraduate Academic Merit in Demography / Statistics / Population Studies |
| Census & Large-Scale Survey Data Handling (SPSS / STATA / R / Python) |
| Research Publications in Peer-Reviewed Journals & Report Writing Experience |
| Technical Interview & Demographic Methodology Viva Voce |
Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory
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Work Culture & Environment
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Research Officers at IIPS Mumbai (Govandi Station Road, Deonar) operate in an premier academic environment under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW). Working on the project 'Urban Population Projection in India (2011-2041)', responsibilities include processing Indian Census data, quantitative demographic estimation, running projection models, managing large datasets (NSSO, NFHS, Census), and drafting technical research papers and institutional reports under Principal Investigators.
Posting & Transfer Policy
Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.
The position is based at the IIPS campus in Mumbai, Maharashtra. The appointment is purely on a contractual, ad-hoc basis for an initial duration of 6 months, likely to be extended till the completion of the project. The tenure does not confer any entitlement to permanent absorption in IIPS.
Career & Promotion Ladder
Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.
As an ad-hoc project position, there is no permanent cadre promotion ladder. However, serving as a Research Officer at IIPS offers high-value research exposure, indexed journal publications, and professional networking. This background provides strong competitive leverage for Ph.D. fellowships, academic faculty recruitments (Assistant Professor in Demography/Biostatistics), and research scientist roles in ICMR, UNFPA, WHO, or NIMS.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps
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- Both steps are mandatory: applicants must submit the online Google Form (https://forms.gle/aVaqla5PPq9fYxwk6) AND email their cover letter, CV, and certificates to [email protected] (with CC to project PIs).
- The hard deadline for submission is 20th September 2026; late emails or incomplete applications will be rejected without notice.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and provided the hybrid interview link for 23rd September 2026.
- No TA/DA is admissible for attending the interview if choosing the in-person option.
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
- UR1
Total Vacancies1 Post
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Consolidated remuneration of up to INR 55,000/- per month, determined by the selection committee based on the candidate's academic qualifications and relevant research experience.
Consolidated monthly salary up to INR 55,000/- (subject to qualification and experience).
How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?
Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.
Application Procedure
- Fill out the online application form via the official Google Form: https://forms.gle/aVaqla5PPq9fYxwk6.
- Prepare your application dossier including: (1) Cover letter, (2) Self-attested copies of relevant degree certificates and marksheets, and (3) an updated comprehensive CV.
- Send the application dossier by email to [email protected] and CC to [email protected], [email protected], and [email protected] on or before 20th September 2026.
- Ensure the email subject line clearly specifies: "Application for the post of Research Officer (Statistics) – Urban Population Projection in India (2011-2041)".
- Shortlisted applicants will receive the meeting link for the hybrid-mode interview scheduled on 23 September 2026.
Application Fee & Category Concessions
Nil / No application fee is charged for this recruitment.
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Sep 20, 2026
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Sep 23, 2026
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Exam / Test Date23 Sep 2026
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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
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Application Screening and Shortlisting
OnlineQualifying Only
Personal Interview (Hybrid Mode)
Hybrid (Online / Offline)Merit Scored
Applications submitted through the Google Form and email will be screened based on essential qualifications, survey data handling expertise, and publications. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the interview in hybrid mode on 23 September 2026. The virtual meeting link will be emailed to shortlisted candidates. No written exam is conducted.
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Selection is conducted via initial shortlisting based on educational qualifications, survey data processing experience, and research publications, followed by a personal interview in hybrid mode on 23 September 2026. No written examination is conducted.
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