Central University of Andhra Pradesh Research Assistant Recruitment 2026 – ICSSR Project
Central University of Andhra Pradesh Recruitment 2026 invites applications for a Research Assistant under an ICSSR Major Research Project. Eligible candidates can apply for ₹37,000 monthly remuneration by 29 August 2026.
Date Posted: 9th August 2026
Organization: Central University of Andhra Pradesh (CUAP)
Position: Research Assistant (RA)
Field: Social Sciences
Funding Agency: Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR)
No. of Posts: 01
Salary: ₹37,000/- per month, inclusive of HRA as per ICSSR guidelines
Job Type: Temporary / Contractual
Duration: 18 Months
Job Location: Ananthapuramu, Andhra Pradesh, India
Advertisement Date: 29th June 2026
About the Recruitment
The Central University of Andhra Pradesh (CUAP) has invited applications for the position of Research Assistant (RA) under an ICSSR-sponsored Major Research Project. The appointment is purely temporary and will be for a period of 18 months.
Project Title
“Living the Divine: Trans-ecologies, Sacred Belonging, and Sustainable Identities: A Comparative Ethnographic Study of Transgender Narratives in India”
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants should possess a Postgraduate degree with at least 55% marks in English Literature or a Social Science discipline such as:
- Sociology
- Anthropology
- Gender Studies
- Social Work
- Political Science
- Cultural Studies
- Related disciplines
Additional Qualification: NET / M.Phil. / Ph.D.
Desirable Profile
Preference will be given to candidates having:
- Prior research experience
- Strong conceptual and analytical skills
- Proficiency in computer applications relevant to research
- Good communication and report-writing skills
Key Responsibilities
The selected Research Assistant will:
- Assist the Project Director and Co-Project Directors with literature review, data collection and analysis
- Conduct interviews or surveys for research data collection
- Support data entry, organisation and basic analysis
- Prepare progress reports and presentations
- Contribute to academic publications
How to Apply
Candidates should combine the following documents into one PDF:
- Cover letter explaining suitability for the position
- Detailed CV with academic credentials
- Self-certified copies of degree certificates
- NET / Ph.D. certificate, wherever applicable
Send the application by email to:
Email: dr.parimala@cuap.edu.in
Subject: Application for RA – ICSSR Project
Important Date
Last Date to Apply: 29th August 2026
Note: The information provided states that the official advertisement contains two different dates—the opening paragraph mentions 08 August 2026, while the detailed application procedure states 29 August 2026. Candidates should confirm the operative deadline with the Project Director before submitting their application.
Project Director / Contact
Dr. Parimala Kamatar
Assistant Professor & Coordinator, Department of English
Project Director, ICSSR Major Research Project
Phone: 7829416690
Email: dr.parimala@cuap.edu.in
Address
Central University of Andhra Pradesh
Janthaluru Village, Near Vangala Palli
Ananthapuramu District, Andhra Pradesh, India