Research Assistant and Field Investigator Recruitment 2026 at IIM Jammu – Apply Online

Research Assistant and Field Investigator Recruitment 2026 at IIM Jammu – Apply Online

The Indian Institute of Management Jammu (IIM Jammu) invites applications for Research Assistant and Field Investigator positions under the research project titled “Development of Commercial Economic Corridors for Boosting Jammu & Kashmir's Economic Development to Generate Employment and Revenue”, supported by NITI Aayog.

Eligible candidates can submit their applications online and participate in the scheduled walk-in interview.

Position Overview

About the Opportunity

IIM Jammu is recruiting research personnel for a NITI Aayog-supported project focused on the development of commercial economic corridors in Jammu & Kashmir.

The project examines opportunities to strengthen economic development, employment generation, and revenue creation through commercial economic corridor development.

Two positions are advertised under the project.

1. Research Assistant – 01 Position

Essential Qualification

• Ph.D., Postgraduate degree, or M.Phil. in any Social Science discipline.

• Minimum 55% marks.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in statistical analysis software such as SPSS or R.

• Proficiency in written and spoken Dogri, Kashmiri, or Hindi is preferred.

Remuneration

• Monthly Salary: INR 37,000

• HRA: INR 7,400 per month

• Total Monthly Remuneration: INR 44,400

Age Limit

- Maximum age: 35 years

Appointment Duration

- 1.5 months

2. Field Investigator – 01 Position

Remuneration

• Monthly Salary: INR 20,000

• HRA: INR 4,000 per month

• Total Monthly Remuneration: INR 24,000

Age Limit

- Maximum age: 30 years

Appointment Duration

- 1.5 months

Qualification: The eligibility criteria for the Field Investigator position are not visible in the provided advertisement excerpt.

Nature of Appointment

• Both positions are associated with a NITI Aayog-supported research project.

• The appointments are temporary and project-based.

• The advertised duration is 1.5 months for each position.

Selection Process

The recruitment notice specifies an online application followed by a walk-in interview.

Walk-in Interview Details

• Date: 15 October 2026

• Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

• Institution: Indian Institute of Management Jammu

The exact interview venue and document requirements are not visible in the provided excerpt.

How to Apply

1. Eligible candidates must submit their applications online.

2. Complete the application process before 14 October 2026 at 5:00 PM.

3. Attend the walk-in interview on 15 October 2026, according to the recruitment notice.

4. Refer to the complete official advertisement for the application form, interview venue, and required documents.

Official Institute Website: https://www.iimj.ac.in/

Application Link: Not visible in the provided advertisement excerpt.

Important Dates

Job Domain: Social Sciences, Economics, Development Studies, Public Policy, Research and Field Investigation.

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