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NIT Raipur Research Assistant Recruitment 2026 – ICSSR-Funded Research Project

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NIT Raipur Research Assistant Recruitment 2026 for an ICSSR-funded social science research project. Eligible postgraduate candidates with NET, M.Phil. or Ph.D. qualifications and research experience can apply for ₹37,000 per month. Last date: 25 October 2026.

Date Posted: 22 October 2026

Organization: National Institute of Technology Raipur (NIT Raipur), Chhattisgarh

About the Institution

The National Institute of Technology Raipur invites applications from eligible candidates for a temporary Research Assistant position under a research project funded by the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), Government of India.

The project explores the relationship between language, culture and survival among Birhor Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) across Indian states through sociolinguistic and ethnographic research.

Job Details

  • Institution: National Institute of Technology Raipur
  • Position: Research Assistant
  • Department: Refer to the official notification
  • Project Title: Language, Culture and Survival: A Sociolinguistic and Ethnographic Exploration of Birhor PVTGs across Indian States
  • Funding Agency: Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR)
  • Appointment Type: Temporary / Project-Based
  • Project Duration: Six and a half months
  • Monthly Remuneration: ₹37,000 (consolidated)
  • Additional Benefits: Admissible TA/DA for fieldwork as per institute norms
  • Job Location: Raipur, Chhattisgarh, with fieldwork in other regions
  • Application Deadline: 25 October 2026

Essential Qualifications

Candidates must possess the following qualifications:

  • A postgraduate degree in a Social Science discipline with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade.
  • NET, M.Phil. or Ph.D. qualification from a recognized university or institution.
  • At least one year of research experience.

Candidates should verify the exact eligibility conditions in the official recruitment notification before applying.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

Preference may be given to candidates with:

  • A Ph.D. degree.
  • Previous experience working on research projects.
  • Experience conducting qualitative and quantitative surveys related to tribal languages and culture.
  • Bilingual or multilingual proficiency in English and languages belonging to the Austroasiatic language family.
  • Willingness to undertake extensive fieldwork and travel.

Fieldwork Requirement: Candidates should be prepared to travel for field research, including locations in Bengal and Bihar, as indicated in the supplied recruitment details.

Salary and Benefits

  • Monthly Salary: ₹37,000
  • Payment Type: Consolidated remuneration
  • Fieldwork Allowance: Admissible TA/DA according to institute norms
  • Project Duration: Six and a half months

The position is temporary and co-terminus with the research project.

About the Research Project

The ICSSR-funded project, titled “Language, Culture and Survival: A Sociolinguistic and Ethnographic Exploration of Birhor PVTGs across Indian States,” focuses on:

  • Sociolinguistic research
  • Ethnographic exploration
  • Tribal languages and cultural practices
  • Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs)
  • Community-based research
  • Field-based social science research

The selected candidate will contribute to research activities involving linguistic and cultural documentation, community studies and fieldwork.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates should consult the complete official recruitment notification issued by NIT Raipur for the prescribed application procedure.

Application Mode: Not specified in the supplied details; check the official notification.

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

Important: The supplied information does not include the application email address or a direct application link. Candidates should verify the submission procedure, required documents and selection process through the official notification.

Important Dates

  • Date Posted: 21 October 2026
  • Last Date to Apply: 25 October 2026

Candidates are advised to confirm the deadline and submit their applications within the prescribed period.

Detailed Job Location

Institution Name: National Institute of Technology Raipur (NIT Raipur)

Campus Address: National Institute of Technology Raipur, G.E. Road, Raipur, Chhattisgarh – 492010, India.

Locality: G.E. Road

City: Raipur

District: Raipur

State: Chhattisgarh

PIN Code: 492010

Country: India

Research Fieldwork Locations: Regions including Bengal and Bihar, as indicated in the supplied recruitment details.

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