Manipur University Project Staff Recruitment 2026 invites applications for Research Assistant and Field Investigator posts under an ICSSR-funded Social Science research project. Eligible candidates can apply online through the prescribed Google Form before 06 August 2026.

Date Posted: 1st August 2026

Organization: Manipur University

Organization Profile

Manipur University is a Central University established under the Manipur University Act, 2005. Located in Canchipur, Imphal, the university is recognized for its academic excellence, multidisciplinary research, and contribution to higher education in Northeast India. The university actively undertakes research projects funded by national agencies to promote innovation and social development.

Applications are invited from eligible candidates for the positions of Research Assistant and Field Investigator under an Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) sponsored research project. The appointments are purely temporary and will remain co-terminus with the project.

Project Details

Project Title

“Manipur ke Mandiron ka Samajik aur Sanskritik Pariprekshya: Ek Vishleshanatmak Adhyayan”

Funding Agency

Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR)

Employment Type

Temporary (Project-Based)

Total Vacancies

02

Job Openings

1. Research Assistant

Number of Posts: 01

Monthly Remuneration: ₹37,000 (Consolidated)

Project Duration: 07 Months

Essential Qualification

• Postgraduate Degree in any Social Science discipline with at least 55% marks from a recognized university.
• Preference will be given to candidates possessing:
  • UGC-NET
  • M.Phil.
  • Ph.D.

2. Field Investigator

Number of Posts: 01

Monthly Remuneration: ₹20,000 (Consolidated)

Project Duration: 05 Months

Essential Qualification

• Graduate Degree in any Social Science discipline with at least 55% marks.
• Preference will be given to candidates who have completed a Four-Year Undergraduate Programme.

Language Requirement

Applicants should have proficiency in:

• Hindi
• English

Knowledge of local languages will be an added advantage for fieldwork and data collection.

Job Responsibilities

The selected candidates will be responsible for:

• Conducting literature review and academic research.
• Collecting field data through surveys, interviews, and observations.
• Assisting in documentation, data compilation, and report writing.
• Supporting qualitative and quantitative data analysis.
• Coordinating project-related activities with the Principal Investigator.
• Preparing project reports and research publications.
• Performing other research-related assignments as required.

Salary

Important Dates

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates should submit their applications through the respective Google Form links provided in the official recruitment notification.

Last Date to Apply: 06 August 2026

Applicants are advised to complete the online application carefully and submit all required information before the deadline. Candidates should refer to the official notification for the Google Form link and detailed application instructions.

Selection Process

The selection process will include:

• Screening of applications.
• Shortlisting of eligible candidates.
• Personal interview.
• Document verification.
• Final selection based on merit and project requirements.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview.

Address

Manipur University
Canchipur,
Imphal – 795003,
Manipur, India.

Official Website: https://www.manipuruniv.ac.in