Overview
NIT Rourkela has announced a recruitment for one Field Investigator (FI) position for a 6‑month project, offering a salary of INR 20,000 per month. Candidates must hold a postgraduate degree in a social science discipline with at least 55% marks, be under 32 years (with relaxations for SC/ST/PwD, female, and OBC), and meet additional skill requirements. Applications are to be submitted online via email as a single PDF by 31 December 2025.
Key Details
- Organization
- National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela)
- Qualification
- Post‑graduate in any social science discipline with minimum 55% marks. Essential: Post‑graduate in Anthropology, Sociology, Environmental Studies, Social Work, or related disciplines. Desirable: Familiarity with field‑based qualitative research methods. Proficiency in Odia (spoken and written) and basic communication skills in English. Willingness to stay and work in remote rural areas during fieldwork periods.
- Vacancies
- 1
- Posted
- 17 December 2025
- Last date to apply
- 31 December 2025
Important Dates
| advertisement_date | 17 December 2025 |
| start_date | 17 December 2025 |
| last_date | 31 December 2025 |
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Selection Process
Shortlisting based on merit and project need. Short‑listed candidates will be informed for an online interview. Selection/joining will be cancelled in case of any suppression of information/documents. Engagement is purely on a temporary/contractual basis.
How to Apply
Prepare a single PDF containing the completed and signed application form along with required documents (educational certificates, mark sheets, research papers, work experience certificates, etc.)., Send the PDF to the email IDs [email protected] and [email protected] with the subject line "Advertisement No."., No hard copies of the application are required., Applications must be submitted by 31 December 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for NIT Rourkela Field Investigator Recruitment 2025 - Apply Offline?
advertisement date: 17 December 2025; start date: 17 December 2025; last date: 31 December 2025
What is the age limit?
Upper age limit is 32 years as on the last date of application receipt (31 December 2025). Relaxation up to 5 years for SC/ST/PwD and female applicants. Relaxation up to 3 years for OBC (Non‑creamy layer).
What is the selection process?
Shortlisting based on merit and project need. Short‑listed candidates will be informed for an online interview. Selection/joining will be cancelled in case of any suppression of information/documents. Engagement is purely on a temporary/contractual basis.