University of Kalyani Recruitment 2026: Research Assistant & Field Investigator Posts
University of Kalyani Recruitment 2026 invites applications for Research Assistant and Field Investigator posts in Economics. PG in Social Sciences required, with salaries up to ₹37,000 per month. Apply by 20 August 2026.
Date Posted: 17th August 2026
Organization: University of Kalyani, West Bengal
Organization Profile
The University of Kalyani was established in 1960 and is spread across a campus of more than 378 acres in Kalyani town, West Bengal. The University is well connected by road and railway, with a railway station located close to the campus.
The University is situated in a predominantly rural setting and serves students from rural and economically disadvantaged areas. Located approximately 45 km from Kolkata, the University aims to promote excellence in higher education while facilitating the wider dissemination of knowledge to rural communities through an open and flexible educational system.
Job Title / Designation
The University of Kalyani invites applications for the following temporary positions:
- Research Assistant
- Field Investigator
Employment Type: Temporary
Department
Department of Economics
1. Research Assistant
Essential Qualification
Candidates should possess:
- Postgraduate degree in any Social Science discipline.
- Minimum 55% marks.
- NET / M.Phil. / Ph.D. qualification.
Remuneration
₹37,000/- per month (Consolidated)
2. Field Investigator
Essential Qualification
Candidates should possess:
- Postgraduate degree in any Social Science discipline.
- Minimum 55% marks.
Remuneration
₹20,000/- per month (Consolidated)
Initial Duration
6 months
The continuation of the position will be subject to the requirements and terms of the project.
Job Location
Nadia, West Bengal
The positions are based at the Department of Economics, University of Kalyani, with extensive fieldwork in the Sundarbans region of West Bengal.
Apply Mode
Online
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates should submit their applications through the respective online application forms.
Research Assistant Application
https://forms.gle/LYVvmHHFUjBU46Ug8
Field Investigator Application
https://forms.gle/fKx3ZfVtHTWTd3Bb8
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit the following documents at the time of the interview:
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae
- Self-attested copies of mark sheets and degree certificates from matriculation onwards
- NET/M.Phil./Ph.D. certificate, wherever applicable
- Evidence of research experience, if any
- Documents demonstrating the candidate’s suitability for the position applied for
Last Date to Apply
20th August 2026, by 5:00 PM
Interview
Tentative Interview Date: To be communicated to shortlisted candidates by email.
Only shortlisted candidates will be informed about the interview schedule.
Salary Details
| Position | Qualification | Remuneration |
|---|---|---|
| Research Assistant | PG in Social Science with 55% + NET/M.Phil./Ph.D. | ₹37,000/month |
| Field Investigator | PG in Social Science with 55% | ₹20,000/month |
Organization Website
Organization Address
University of Kalyani
P.O. Kalyani, Dist. Nadia,
West Bengal – 741235, India.