APPLICATIONS OPEN 01KZN9WSB3HSHY7M163XNCYD9D Published 10 Aug 2026

Research Associate (RA)

Contract-basis Research Associate for the project entitled 'Indigenous Education and Women: Women’s Pathshalas in Varanasi from the 18th Century to the Present.'

Recruiting body Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi · current status Applications open

01 At a glance

Recruiting bodyIndian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi
Job reference01KZN9WSB3HSHY7M163XNCYD9D
Vacancies1 posts
QualificationMA (History) with 55% marks
LocationPrincipal Investigator, Prof. Vinita Chandra, Professor, Department of Humanistic Studies, IIT (BHU), Varanasi-221005, Uttar Pradesh
EmploymentContract
Applications closeNot specified

About this post

Contract-basis Research Associate for the project entitled 'Indigenous Education and Women: Women’s Pathshalas in Varanasi from the 18th Century to the Present.' Qualification: MA (History) with 55% marks Qualification: Proficiency in the Bengali language (reading and writing both) Pay: INR 17,600/- per month Contract duration: The contract is for six months and may be extendable upto one year, subject to the earlier of the date of appointment-based period or completion of the project as stated in the notice. Project linkage: The post is co-terminus with the project. Project-duration availability: The candidates should be ready to report for the successful completion of the project objectives for the entire duration of the project. Application mode: Attached application format submitted by post or email

Important dates

  • Application deadline — within 21 days from the date of publication of the advertisementNot specified

02 Vacancies

Total vacancies: 1 posts

A category-wise breakdown is not available for this post.

03 Eligibility requirements

Education

QualificationMA (History) with 55% marks
QualificationProficiency in the Bengali language (reading and writing both)

Age and relaxation

StatusNot specified in the current record

Experience and other rules

StatusNot specified in the current record

Pay and fees

PayINR 17,600/- per month
Application feeSee the official notification

Selection process

  • Shortlisting notificationThe shortlisted candidates will be intimated by email.
  • InterviewAn interview may be held for invited candidates; no TA/DA shall be admissible.
  • Certificate verificationOriginal certificates and self-attested copies of all certificates must be presented for verification before the interview.

04 How to apply

Complete beforeNot specified
Application route1 official portal

Complete every required step in sequence. A portal registration alone may not complete the application.

Follow these steps in order

  1. 01
    Application documents

    Apply on the attached application format, providing full biodata starting from secondary school examinations, self-attested copies of the testimonials, and CV.

  2. 02
    Postal submission

    Send the application to the Principal Investigator, Prof. Vinita Chandra, Professor, Department of Humanistic Studies, IIT (BHU), Varanasi-221005, Uttar Pradesh.

  3. 03
    Envelope superscription

    Please superscribe ‘Application for Research Associate in ICHR Project’ over the envelope.

  4. 04
    Email submission

    Alternatively, email the application to [email protected] with the subject ‘Application for RA in ICHR Project'. Candidates may send their applications directly to this email address.

Official application routes

Use the route specified for your apprentice or qualification group.

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Important official conditions

Condition

Contract durationThe contract is for six months and may be extendable upto one year, subject to the earlier of the date of appointment-based period or completion of the project as stated in the notice.
Project linkageThe post is co-terminus with the project.
Project-duration availabilityThe candidates should be ready to report for the successful completion of the project objectives for the entire duration of the project.

Eligibility

Age requirementThe upper age limit is measured as of the date of application. Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC candidates is as per the Government of India norms.
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