Overview
Banaras Hindu University has announced recruitment for 5 research staff positions—Research Associate, Research Assistant, and Field Investigator—starting 22 January 2026 with the last application date on 15 February 2026. Eligibility requires postgraduate degrees with 55% marks and NET/M.Phil./Ph.D. qualifications, with additional experience for the Research Associate role. Salaries are Rs. 47,000, Rs. 37,000, and Rs. 20,000 per month respectively. Applications must be submitted offline via Speed Post to the project coordinator.
Key Details
- Organization
- Banaras Hindu University
- Qualification
- Postgraduate degree in any social science discipline with 55% minimum marks, NET/M.Phil./Ph.D. qualification; Research Associate requires 2 years research experience as a Research Assistant in any project; Field Investigator requires a postgraduate degree in any social science or science discipline with 55% marks
- Vacancies
- 5
- Posted
- 22/01/2026
Important Dates
| notification_release_date | 22/01/2026 |
| application_start_date | 22/01/2026 |
| application_end_date | 15/02/2026 |
Important Links
- official websiteOpen Link
Vacancy Details
Research Associate: 1; Research Assistant: 1; Field Investigator: 3
Selection Process
Selection of research staff will be carried out through a Selection Committee. Recommendations will be approved by the competent authority of Banaras Hindu University. Selection will follow University rules and ICSSR guidelines. No TA/DA will be paid if called for the interview.
How to Apply
Visit the official website of Banaras Hindu University., Read the official recruitment notification carefully for complete details and application requirements., Prepare your application with relevant documents (CV, certificates, qualifications, experience proof)., Send the completed application by Speed Post on or before 15th February 2026., Address the application to Dr. Sharad Dhar Sharma, Project Coordinator, Centre for the Study of Social Inclusion, Faculty of Social Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi – 221005, Uttar Pradesh., Keep a copy of your application and postal receipt for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for BHU Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for Research Assistant, Field Investigator and More Posts?
notification release date: 22/01/2026; application start date: 22/01/2026; application end date: 15/02/2026
What is the selection process?
Selection of research staff will be carried out through a Selection Committee. Recommendations will be approved by the competent authority of Banaras Hindu University. Selection will follow University rules and ICSSR guidelines. No TA/DA will be paid if called for the interview.