International Institute for Population Sciences
Contractual / Regular

IIPS Mumbai Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in Interview for 01 Junior Research Scientist Post

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Sep. 12, 2026
Junior Research Scientist

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Vacancies
01 Post
Pay Scale
Up to ₹1,40,000/- Per Month (Consolidated)
Age Limit
As per IIPS / Funding Agency Norms
Job Location
Maharashtra57Mumbai31

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 9, 2026

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Starts

Sep 9, 2026

3

Deadline

Sep 28, 2026

4

Exam Date

Sep 28, 2026

Application Window9 – 28 Sep 2026
Exam / Test Date28 Sep 2026

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

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Educational Qualification

Essential Qualification: Ph.D. in Population Studies, Demography, Public Health, Biostatistics, or a related discipline, with at least two peer-reviewed research publications in the field.

Desirable Qualification: Advanced statistical modelling and programming skills using STATA or R on large-scale sample surveys (such as NFHS/DLHS). Minimum 2 years of post-Ph.D. research experience working with Indian and international collaborators on public health or public policy research, along with proven leadership in drafting policy briefs or contributing to high-impact publications (experience criteria may be relaxed for deserving candidates at authority's discretion).

Age Limit & Relaxations

Age criteria are governed by IIPS project appointment rules and funding agency norms.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

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Walk-in Interview before Selection Committee

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Selection will be made on the basis of screening of CV, verification of original testimonials and research publications, followed by a walk-in interview by the Selection Committee on 28th September 2026 at IIPS Mumbai. Selected candidates must be prepared to join on short notice.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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

Evaluation Area / ComponentAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Academic Merit & Doctoral ResearchPh.D. in Population Studies, Demography, Public Health, Biostatistics, or allied disciplines with demonstrated research foundation
Research Publications & Scientific OutputMinimum 2 peer-reviewed journal publications in public health, demography, or gender studies; demonstrated contribution to manuscripts or policy briefs
Statistical Modelling & Survey Data ExpertiseProficiency in STATA or R, complex survey data analysis, econometric/demographic modelling on large-scale datasets like NFHS
Personal Interview PerformanceResearch methodology vision, understanding of gender-health outcome indicators, capability to deliver project milestones and manage collaborative outputs

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Work Culture & Environment

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The position is based at the International Institute for Population Sciences (IIPS) in Deonar, Mumbai, an autonomous deemed university under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW). Working under the GENDER Project, the Junior Research Scientist collaborates with faculty coordinators and international research partners, analyzing nationally representative datasets (e.g. NFHS) to generate high-impact manuscripts, policy briefs, and dissemination outputs on gender and health outcomes.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

The post is full-time, strictly contractual, and based at IIPS Mumbai. The initial tenure is 11 months, extendable subject to satisfactory performance, fulfillment of deliverables, and retention of project funding. The appointment terminates upon project completion or expiration of the tenure, conferring no regular employment rights at IIPS.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Project-based scientific positions do not carry institutional promotion ladders or permanent cadre absorption. However, direct involvement in flagship IIPS research, international collaboration, and high-impact publications provides top-tier credentials for competitive tenure-track faculty appointments or global health research roles (WHO, UNICEF, UNFPA, ICMR).
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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  • This is an in-person walk-in interview at IIPS Mumbai on 28th September 2026; no online interview option is provided.
  • Candidates must bring an updated CV, a formal cover letter, and self-attested copies of all degrees and publications; incomplete documentation will prevent interview participation.
  • No TA/DA will be paid by the institute for attending the walk-in interview.
  • Selected candidates are required to join duty at short notice upon recommendation by the Selection Committee.

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 Vacancies01 Post

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Monthly consolidated salary up to ₹1,40,000/- per month commensurate with qualifications and post-doctoral research experience.

Consolidated monthly emoluments up to ₹1,40,000/- per month based on qualification and experience under the IIPS-GENDER Project. No separate DA, HRA, or transport allowances are admissible.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

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Application Procedure

  1. Review the eligibility criteria and prepare an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) along with a formal Cover Letter.
  2. Bring original copies and self-attested photocopies of educational certificates (Ph.D. degree, mark sheets), proof of date of birth, copies of peer-reviewed journal publications, and post-qualification experience certificates.
  3. Attend the walk-in interview on 28th September 2026 at 2:30 PM.
  4. Venue: NFHS Committee Room, First Floor, Academic Building, International Institute for Population Sciences (IIPS), Govandi Station Road, Deonar, Mumbai - 400088.
  5. No prior online registration or TA/DA is provided for attending the interview.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

No application fee is payable for attending the walk-in interview.

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The selected Junior Research Scientist will receive a consolidated monthly salary of up to ₹1,40,000/- based on educational qualifications and post-doctoral research experience.

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