Research Fellow – I (Population Research Centre)

Research Fellow – I (PRC) Recruitment 2026

Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics (GIPE), Pune

About the Institute

The Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics (GIPE), Pune, is a premier autonomous research and training institute with a long-standing reputation in economics, population studies, and social sciences. The Population Research Centre (PRC) at GIPE undertakes advanced research, data analysis, and policy-oriented studies related to population, health, and socio-economic development.

Position Details

• Post Title: Research Fellow – I
• Unit: Population Research Centre (PRC)
• Number of Vacancies: 01
• Type of Appointment: Contractual (as per PRC/GIPE norms)
• Location: Pune, Maharashtra, India

Minimum Educational Qualifications

Candidates must possess at least a Second Class Postgraduate Degree from a recognized Institution/University in any one of the following disciplines:

• Demography
• Population Studies
• Statistics
• Economics
• Mathematics
• Sociology
• Public Health

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of post-qualification experience (experience counted after completion of post-graduation).
• Candidates with Ph.D. qualifications may be given relaxation in experience requirements in deserving cases, as per institute norms.

Key Responsibilities

The selected Research Fellow – I will be expected to:

• Assist in population-based research projects and surveys
• Perform statistical and quantitative data analysis
• Support report writing, documentation, and publication activities
• Contribute to policy-oriented research and academic outputs
• Assist senior researchers in project implementation and coordination

Selection Process

• Shortlisting of candidates will be based on qualifications and relevant experience.
• Shortlisted candidates may be called for an interview or written test, as decided by the institute.
• Mere fulfillment of eligibility criteria does not guarantee selection.

Application Deadline

📅 Last Date to Apply: 22 January 2026

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates are required to apply online through the official GIPE careers portal:

Applicants are advised to regularly check the official website for updates related to this recruitment.

Important Note

• GIPE reserves the right to modify or cancel the recruitment process without prior notice.
• All appointments are subject to verification of original documents.
• The institute follows equal opportunity employment practices.

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