Research Assistant Recruitment 2026 at Central University of Karnataka, Kalaburagi

Central University of Karnataka Recruitment 2026: Apply for Research Assistant vacancy under ICSSR Minor Research Project. Check eligibility, postgraduate qualifications, Rs. 37,000 salary, selection process and email application details.

Date Posted: 12th November 2026

Organization: Central University of Karnataka (CUK), Kalaburagi, Karnataka.

Organization Profile:

The Central University of Karnataka (CUK) was established by an Act of Parliament (No. 3 of 2009) at Kalaburagi, Karnataka. It is one of the 16 new Central Universities established by the Government of India during the UGC XI Plan Period to promote equity and access to quality higher education, particularly in educationally disadvantaged districts. The university commenced its academic activities in August 2009 and aims to achieve excellence in teaching, research and inclusive education.

Employment Type: Contractual (Project-Based – Maximum Three Months).

Job Details

The Central University of Karnataka invites applications from eligible candidates for the position of Research Assistant under an ICSSR Minor Research Project for 2025–2026.

Project Title: “From Constitutional Promise to Governance Practice: Citizen Perspectives on the Performance of Article 371J in Kalyana Karnataka”

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualifications:

• Postgraduate degree in any Social Science discipline with a minimum of 55% marks.

• Ph.D., M.Phil., JRF or NET qualification.

Desirable Qualification:

– Specialization in Public Policy or Public Administration.

Job Responsibilities

The selected candidate will be responsible for the following activities:

1. Developing and standardising research tools.

2. Conducting field interviews.

3. Supervising fieldwork.

4. Performing other research-related responsibilities assigned by the Project Director.

Salary Details

• Monthly Emoluments: Rs. 37,000.

• Duration: Maximum three months.

• Engagement Type: Contractual, project-based.

Selection Process

The selection process consists of the following stages:

1. Screening of applications received through email.

2. Shortlisting of eligible candidates.

3. Online interview for shortlisted candidates.

4. The online interview meeting link, date and time will be communicated through email.

Job Location

Department of Public Administration, Central University of Karnataka, Kalaburagi, Karnataka.

Important Dates

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates must submit their applications in the prescribed format through email to the Project Director, Dr. Mallikarjun S Hugar.

Application Procedure

1. Read the official recruitment notification carefully.

2. Check the required educational qualifications and eligibility conditions.

3. Download and fill in the prescribed Research Assistant application form.

4. Paste a recent self-attested photograph on the application form.

5. Attach proof of age and copies of educational certificates and mark sheets.

6. Include Ph.D., M.Phil., JRF or NET certificates, as applicable.

7. Mention the notification number and notification date in the application.

8. Provide your email ID, contact number and complete postal address.

9. Include details of two references.

10. Send the completed application and supporting documents to the Project Director’s email address.

Important: Applications without the notification number, notification date, email ID, contact number and postal address will not be considered.

The application must reach the Project Director by 2:00 PM on 11th November 2026.

Shortlisted candidates should regularly check their email for online interview details.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready:

• Prescribed Research Assistant application form.

• Recent self-attested passport-size photograph.

• Age proof.

• Educational certificates and mark sheets.

• Ph.D./M.Phil./JRF/NET qualification certificate, as applicable.

• Research experience certificates, if any.

• Research publication details, if any.

• Details of two references.

• Category certificate, if applicable.

Important Links

Organization Address

Dr. Mallikarjun S Hugar,
Project Director,
Department of Public Administration,
Central University of Karnataka,
Kadaganchi, Aland Road,
Kalaburagi – 585367,
Karnataka, India.