Research Assistant and Field Investigator Posts

📋 Job Description

- Recruitment for 03 contractual positions at Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU), Kottayam, Kerala.
- Positions include 1 Research Assistant and 2 Field Investigators.
- Contractual roles with competitive monthly stipends ranging from Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 37,000.
- Opportunity to contribute to research projects in Social Sciences/Humanities.
- Desirable expertise in studies on kinship and rituals for selected roles.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

- Post Graduate degree in Social Sciences/Humanities with a minimum of 55% marks.
- For Research Assistant: NET/M.Phil./Ph.D. qualification is mandatory.
- For Field Investigator: Post Graduate degree in Social Sciences/Humanities with 55% marks is required.
- Desirable: Expertise or familiarity with studies on kinship and rituals.

🏆 Selection Process

- Selection will be based on an interview.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview as per the official notification.
- Final selection will depend on performance in the interview.

📊 Key Information

Organization	Mahatma Gandhi University
Location / State	Kerala
Job Location	Kottayam, Kerala
Category Eligibility	All
Last Date to Apply	10 August 2026

📊 MGU Recruitment - Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts
Research Assistant	1
Field Investigator	2
Total	3

📁 Required Documents

- Self-attested copies of educational certificates (Post Graduate degree and NET/M.Phil./Ph.D. if applicable).
- Experience certificates (if any).
- ID proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, etc.).
- Recent passport-size photographs.
- Any other documents as specified in the official notification.

🎓 Required Qualifications

📊 Vacancy Details

Research Assistant: 1 vacancy.
Field Investigator: 2 vacancies.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the last date to apply for MGU Recruitment 2026?

A. The last date to submit your application via email for the MGU Research Assistant and Field Investigator posts is 10th August 2026. Ensure your application reaches before this deadline.

Q. How many vacancies are available for Research Assistant and Field Investigator posts?

A. Mahatma Gandhi University is recruiting for a total of 3 positions. This includes 1 vacancy for the Research Assistant post and 2 vacancies for the Field Investigator post.

Q. What is the educational qualification required for these MGU posts?

A. For the Research Assistant position, candidates need a Post Graduate degree in Social Sciences/Humanities with at least 55% marks and NET/M.Phil./Ph.D. For the Field Investigator role, a Post Graduate degree in Social Sciences/Humanities with a minimum of 55% marks is required.

Q. What is the salary offered for the Research Assistant and Field Investigator roles?

A. The selected candidates will receive a monthly salary ranging from Rs. 20,000/- to Rs. 37,000/-. The Research Assistant will be paid Rs. 37,000/- per month, and the Field Investigator will receive Rs. 20,000/- per month.

Q. What is the application mode for MGU Recruitment 2026?

A. Applications for these positions must be submitted via email. Candidates are advised to carefully prepare their application and send it to the designated email address as per the official notification.