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Delhi University Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Research Assistant & Field Investigator Posts
Job Overview
Delhi University (DU) has officially released the Research Assistant & Field Investigator Recruitment 2026 notification (Advt. No. 100/2024-25/ICSSR/RP/MJ/OBC) for 2 vacancies at Delhi University, New Delhi. Candidates holding an M.A. in Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, or allied Social Science disciplines with a minimum of 55% marks are eligible to apply. Additional NET/M.Phil./Ph.D. qualifications are required for the Research Assistant post. Interested candidates can submit their applications via email on or before 15 June 2026. Selected candidates will be appointed on a project-based basi
| Organization Name | Delhi University |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Research Assistant & Field Investigator |
| Total Vacancies | 2 |
| Application Mode | |
| Job Location | Delhi |
| Job Type | Project-based |
| Notification Number | 100/2024-25/ICSSR/RP/MJ/OBC |
| Last Updated | 03 Jun 2026 |
Important Dates
| Last Date To Apply | 15 June 2026 |
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| Event | Date |
| Application Submission Deadline | 15 June 2026 |
Application Fee
No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.
Age Limit
| Details | Please refer to the official notification for age limit details. |
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Qualification / Eligibility
Research Assistant: M.A. in Linguistics or Applied Linguistics or allied Social Science disciplines (minimum of 55% marks) with NET/M.Phil/PhD. Preference will be given to candidates with prior research experience in relevant areas. Field Investigator: M.A. in Linguistics or Applied Linguistics or allied Social Science disciplines (minimum of 55% marks). Preference will be given to candidates with prior research experience in relevant areas.
Vacancy Details
| Sr. | Post Name | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Research Assistant | 1 |
| 2 | Field Investigator | 1 |
| 3 | Total | 2 |
Category-wise Vacancy
| Post Name | Total |
| Total Posts | 2 |
Salary & Pay Scale
| Pay Scale | ₹37,000 (Consolidated) for Research Assistant and ₹20000 (Consolidated) for Field Investigator |
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| Details | Research Assistant: ₹37,000 (Consolidated) Field Investigator: ₹20,000 (Consolidated) |
Selection Process
1Shortlisting of candidates Online Interview
How to Apply
- 1Candidates who wish to apply for Delhi University Various Posts Recruitment 2026 via email should follow the steps below.
- 2Read the official notification carefully before applying.
- 3Prepare your application with complete bio-data including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
- 4Attach self-attested copies of all required documents such as educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and recent passport-size photographs.
- 5Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email.
- 6Send the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the notification.
- 7Ensure the email is sent before the last date: 15-06-2026.
- 8Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.
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FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for the Delhi University recruitment?
The last date to submit your application via email for the Research Assistant and Field Investigator positions is 15th June 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are available for Research Assistant and Field Investigator posts?
There are a total of 2 vacancies, with one position for Research Assistant and one for Field Investigator.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required for the Research Assistant post?
For the Research Assistant position, candidates must have an M.A. in Linguistics or Applied Linguistics or allied Social Science disciplines with a minimum of 55% marks, along with NET/M.Phil/PhD.
Q4. What is the salary for the Field Investigator position?
The consolidated salary for the Field Investigator position is ₹20,000 per month.
Q5. How should candidates apply for these positions?
Interested candidates need to send their application summary sheet, CV, and scanned academic certificates via email to Dr. N. Susheel Kumar at [email protected].
Q6. Is there any preference given for prior experience?
Yes, preference will be given to candidates with prior research experience in relevant areas for both Research Assistant and Field Investigator roles.
Q7. What is the application mode for this recruitment?
The application mode for this recruitment is through email.
Q8. What is the subject line required for the application email?
The subject line of the email should read: "Application for Research Assistant in ICSSR Project."
Q9. What are the selection stages for this recruitment?
The selection process involves shortlisting of candidates followed by an online interview.
Q10. Where can I find the official notification for this recruitment?
The official notification can be accessed through the 'Important Links' section of this article, under the 'Official Notification PDF' link.
What is the last date to apply for the Delhi University recruitment?
The last date to submit your application via email for the Research Assistant and Field Investigator positions is 15th June 2026.
How many vacancies are available for Research Assistant and Field Investigator posts?
There are a total of 2 vacancies, with one position for Research Assistant and one for Field Investigator.
What is the educational qualification required for the Research Assistant post?
For the Research Assistant position, candidates must have an M.A. in Linguistics or Applied Linguistics or allied Social Science disciplines with a minimum of 55% marks, along with NET/M.Phil/PhD.
What is the salary for the Field Investigator position?
The consolidated salary for the Field Investigator position is ₹20,000 per month.
How should candidates apply for these positions?
Interested candidates need to send their application summary sheet, CV, and scanned academic certificates via email to Dr. N. Susheel Kumar at nsk@linguistics.du.ac.in.
Is there any preference given for prior experience?
Yes, preference will be given to candidates with prior research experience in relevant areas for both Research Assistant and Field Investigator roles.
What is the application mode for this recruitment?
The application mode for this recruitment is through email.
What is the subject line required for the application email?
The subject line of the email should read: "Application for Research Assistant in ICSSR Project."
What are the selection stages for this recruitment?
The selection process involves shortlisting of candidates followed by an online interview.
Where can I find the official notification for this recruitment?
The official notification can be accessed through the 'Important Links' section of this article, under the 'Official Notification PDF' link.
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