Qualifications and criteria for Project Staff at Panjab University CSDE under State Support Mission, Chandigarh:
• Project Associate (1 Post): Master's / Postgraduate degree in Economics, Statistics, Data Science, Management, Commerce, Education, Vocational Education, Public Policy, Public Administration, Social Work, or related fields. Desirable: Experience in field survey rollout, data validation, econometric/statistical analysis, and policy brief drafting (Emoluments: ₹30,625/- per month consolidated).
• Project Assistant (1 Post): Bachelor's / Graduate degree in any discipline. Desirable: Hands-on skills in data entry, MS Office, basic dataset cleaning, and field survey assistance (Emoluments: ₹6,000/- to ₹20,000/- per month consolidated).
Candidates must appear for the Walk-in Interview with the duly filled application form, original certificates, and self-attested photocopies on 08.09.2026 at 10:00 AM at CSDE, First Floor, CALEM Building, South Campus, Panjab University, Sector 25, Chandigarh.
Panjab University Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in for 02 Project Staff Posts (State Support Mission, Chandigarh)
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Crucial Recruitment Dates
Official schedule & key deadlines
Published
Aug 21, 2026
Starts
Aug 25, 2026
Deadline
Sep 8, 2026
Exam Date
Sep 8, 2026
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
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Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
Standard age limits for university project staff apply (minimum 21 years and maximum 45 years as on the interview date 08.09.2026).
• Standard relaxations apply for SC, ST, OBC, PwD, and female candidates as per Panjab University / Government of India rules.
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Walk-in Reporting & Application Form Submission on Tuesday, 08.09.2026 by 10:00 AM at CSDE, Sector 25, Chandigarh
Scrutiny of Original Educational Degrees, Transcripts, Publications & Experience Certificates
Walk-in Personal Interview before the Project Selection Committee at CSDE
Final Merit Order Recommendation & Temporary Project Appointment
Selection will be conducted through a direct Walk-in Interview on Tuesday, 08 September 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Centre for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (CSDE), First Floor, CALEM Building, South Campus, Panjab University, Sector 25, Chandigarh:
• Candidates must report by 10:00 AM with the duly completed application form in the prescribed proforma along with experience certificates, publications, and original degree certificates and transcripts.
• Incomplete applications or those not in proper format will be summarily rejected. No TA/DA is admissible.
• Appointments are purely temporary and co-terminus with the project's term.
Evaluation Rubric & Screening Matrix
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| Evaluation Parameter / Component | Max Marks / Weightage | Assessment Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Relevant Postgraduate / Graduate Academic Degree Merit (Economics / Statistics / Management / Social Sciences) | ||
| Research Experience in Field Surveys, Data Cleaning, Statistical Tools & Skill Gap Studies | ||
| Technical Report Writing, Policy Briefing & Presentation Skills | ||
| Walk-In Personal Interview Performance & Analytical Problem Solving |
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- Strict Reporting Time: Candidates must report by 10:00 AM on Tuesday, 08 September 2026 at the Centre for Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (CSDE), First Floor, CALEM Building, South Campus, Sector 25, Chandigarh. Applications after the reporting deadline will not be accepted.
- Prescribed Application Format: Candidates must bring the completed application form in the exact format attached to the notification, along with proof of DOB, mark sheets from matriculation onwards, experience certificates, and publications.
- Original Credentials Mandatory: Ineligible candidates will not be interviewed; candidates must present original degrees, transcripts, and category certificates for verification.
- Purely Temporary Nature: Engagement is strictly ad-hoc and co-terminus with the project term, with no claim for permanent absorption in Panjab University.
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale
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Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
- Project Associate (Education, Skill & Economic Ability)1
- Project Assistant (Education, Skill & Economic Ability)1
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Monthly consolidated remuneration:
• Project Associate: ₹30,625/- per month.
• Project Assistant: ₹6,000/- to ₹20,000/- per month.
Co-terminus with project tenure under State Support Mission.
Consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹30,625/- for Project Associate and ₹6,000/- to ₹20,000/- for Project Assistant under the State Support Mission (NITI Aayog / UT Administration). Tenure is temporary and co-terminus with project term.
How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?
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Application Procedure
All interested candidates must appear for a Walk-In-Interview on Tuesday, 08 September 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Centre for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (CSDE), First Floor, CALEM Building, South Campus, Panjab University, Sector 25, Chandigarh.
Candidates must bring the duly filled application form (available in the notification), experience certificates, publications, and original degree certificates and transcripts.
Ensure that the application form is complete and accurate, as incomplete forms or incorrect information may lead to rejection.
No TA/DA will be provided for appearing in the interview. Canvassing will result in disqualification.
Application Fee & Category Concessions
Nil. No application fee is charged.
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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Walk-in Reporting & Application Form Submission on Tuesday, 08.09.2026 by 10:00 AM at CSDE, Sector 25, Chandigarh
Scrutiny of Original Educational Degrees, Transcripts, Publications & Experience Certificates
Walk-in Personal Interview before the Project Selection Committee at CSDE
Final Merit Order Recommendation & Temporary Project Appointment
Selection will be conducted through a direct Walk-in Interview on Tuesday, 08 September 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Centre for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (CSDE), First Floor, CALEM Building, South Campus, Panjab University, Sector 25, Chandigarh:
• Candidates must report by 10:00 AM with the duly completed application form in the prescribed proforma along with experience certificates, publications, and original degree certificates and transcripts.
• Incomplete applications or those not in proper format will be summarily rejected. No TA/DA is admissible.
• Appointments are purely temporary and co-terminus with the project's term.
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