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Manipur University Recruitment 2026 – Apply for Research Associate & Field Investigator (ICSSR Project)

The Department of Economics, Manipur University (Canchipur) has released an official notification for recruitment of Research Associate (RA) and Field Investigator (FI) under an ICSSR Sponsored Project (2025-26) titled:

“Socio-Cultural Changes and Economic Scenario of Meitei Bamon (Meitei Brahmin) Families of Manipur”

Eligible Indian nationals can apply through email before 20 February 2026 (5:00 PM IST).

🔔 Short Information – Manipur University ICSSR Recruitment 2026

📅 Important Dates – Manipur University ICSSR Recruitment 2026

📌 Vacancy Details – Manipur University ICSSR Recruitment 2026

🎓 Eligibility Criteria – Manipur University ICSSR Recruitment 2026

🔬 Research Associate (RA)

Essential Qualification

• Postgraduate in Economics (Minimum 55%) with NET / M.Phil / Ph.D.
• Ph.D. in Economics preferred
• Minimum 2 years research experience as Research Assistant in any project

Desirable

• Good command over Manipuri & English
• Knowledge of STATA software & computer applications
• Proficiency in qualitative & quantitative data analysis

Age Limit: 21–35 Years
(Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC as per Government rules)

📊 Field Investigator (FI)

Essential Qualification

• Postgraduate in Economics with minimum 55% marks

Desirable

• Fieldwork & household survey experience
• Good command over Bengali script
• Experience in Manipuri to English translation
• Good geographical knowledge of Valley districts of Manipur

Age Limit: 21–35 Years
(Age relaxation applicable)

📝 Job Responsibilities – Manipur University ICSSR Recruitment 2026

Research Associate

• Literature review
• Questionnaire preparation
• Data collection & analysis
• Research paper writing
• Final project report preparation
• Conducting fieldwork & Focus Group Discussions

Field Investigator

• Conduct primary surveys in Valley districts of Manipur
• Data collection & translation work

📧 How to Apply – Manipur University ICSSR Recruitment 2026

Interested candidates must email their CV with covering letter to:

📩 ishanjabam_11@manipuruniv.ac.in

• Subject Line for RA: Application for RA
• Subject Line for FI: Application for FI

📌 Last Date: 20 February 2026 (5:00 PM IST)

⚠️ Important Notes – Manipur University ICSSR Recruitment 2026

• Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email
• Interview will be conducted offline
• No TA/DA will be paid
• Posts are purely temporary & contract basis
• Documents will be verified on interview day

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❓ FAQs – Manipur University ICSSR Recruitment 2026

Q1. How many vacancies are available?
👉 Total 02 posts (1 RA + 1 FI).

Q2. What is the last date to apply?
👉 20 February 2026 (5:00 PM IST).

Q3. Is NET mandatory for Research Associate?
👉 NET/M.Phil/Ph.D. required as per notification.

Q4. What is the salary for RA?
👉 ₹47,000 per month (consolidated).

Q5. Is the interview online?
👉 No, interview will be offline.

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