Deshbandhu College, University of Delhi, has released an ICSSR project staff recruitment notice for temporary part-time positions linked to a research study on labour migration in Bihar. The recruitment is not for regular permanent college posts. It is project-based, short-duration and governed by the terms mentioned in the official notice issued on 8 April 2026.
The project title mentioned in the notice is "Determinants, Livelihood Outcomes, and Household Vulnerability of Labour Migration in Bihar: Evidence from Saran, Siwan and Gopalganj Districts." Under this project, the college has advertised 1 Research Assistant post and 6 Field Investigator posts. The notice also states that remuneration will be as per ICSSR norms.
Candidates need to apply by sending their CV along with the prescribed application form through email. The last date for application is 22 April 2026, and shortlisted candidates will be considered for a walk-in interview scheduled for 30 April 2026 at Deshbandhu College, Kalkaji, New Delhi.
Recruitment overview
Deshbandhu College has invited applications for project staff under an ICSSR-sponsored research project. The positions are temporary and part-time, and the notice clearly says they are co-terminus with the project.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| College | Deshbandhu College, University of Delhi |
| Advertisement No. | 201/2025-26/ICSSR/RP/MN/01 |
| Total posts | 7 |
| Posts advertised | Research Assistant and Field Investigator |
| Application mode | |
| Notice date | 08.04.2026 |
Project title and context
The official notice says the recruitment is for an ICSSR-funded project titled "Determinants, Livelihood Outcomes, and Household Vulnerability of Labour Migration in Bihar: Evidence from Saran, Siwan and Gopalganj Districts."
This means the recruitment is specifically tied to a research project and not to the college's regular teaching or non-teaching establishment. The work profile and selection are linked to the research needs of this Bihar labour migration study.
Vacancy details
| Post | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Research Assistant | 1 |
| Field Investigator | 6 |
| Total | 7 |
The vacancy table in the official notice confirms 1 post for Research Assistant and 6 posts for Field Investigator.
Research Assistant eligibility
The Research Assistant post has a more advanced academic requirement than the Field Investigator post.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Essential qualification | Postgraduate in any Social Science discipline with at least 55% marks along with NET, M.Phil. or Ph.D. |
| Post count | 1 |
Candidates applying for this post should also review the desirable qualifications in the official notice, especially if they have research, publication or data analysis experience.
Field Investigator eligibility
The Field Investigator post is open to candidates with a relevant graduation background in social sciences.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Essential qualification | Graduate in any Social Science discipline with at least 55% marks |
| Preference | Preference will be given to candidates with a four-year graduation programme |
| Post count | 6 |
Applicants should make sure their graduation details are clearly mentioned in the application form and CV.
Desirable qualifications and useful experience
The notice lists several desirable qualifications that may strengthen an application, especially for research-intensive work.
- PhD in Labour Economics is preferred.
- Evidence of published research work is desirable.
- Proficiency in STATA or similar statistical software is desirable.
- Experience in handling NSS and PLFS unit-level datasets is desirable.
These points indicate that the project expects candidates who can contribute to structured research work, data handling and analysis.
Pay, duration and project terms
The official notice does not give a post-wise fixed salary amount. Instead, it states that remuneration will be as per ICSSR norms.
- Positions are purely temporary and co-terminus with the project.
- Engagement will be on a part-time basis for a limited duration of a few months.
- Remuneration will be as per ICSSR norms.
- No TA or DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Because the notice ties the posts to the project duration, applicants should treat them as project assignments rather than long-term institutional jobs.
How to apply
The application process is through email. Candidates must send their CV along with the prescribed application form to the email address given in the official notice.
- Download and read the official recruitment PDF carefully.
- Fill in the prescribed application form.
- Prepare an updated CV.
- Attach the required documents.
- Send the application by email to aksingh14@db.du.ac.in before the closing date.
The last date for application is 22 April 2026.
Interview schedule and venue
The official notice says the selection process will include a walk-in interview for shortlisted candidates.
| Interview detail | Confirmed information |
|---|---|
| Date | 30 April 2026 |
| Time | 10:00 A.M. |
| Venue | Principal Office, Deshbandhu College, University of Delhi, Kalkaji, New Delhi - 110019 |
Only shortlisted candidates may be contacted by email, according to the important note in the notice.
Documents required at the time of interview
The notice gives a clear list of documents that candidates should bring at the time of interview.
- Updated CV
- Self-attested copies of educational certificates
- Experience certificates, if any
- Proof of publications, if applicable
- Duly filled application form
It is a good idea to keep both soft copies for application and physical copies for interview readiness.
Confirmed details and unannounced points
The official notice confirms the vacancy count, post names, essential qualifications, desirable qualifications, application email, deadline and walk-in interview schedule. However, some common recruitment details are not separately published in the notice.
| Item | Status |
|---|---|
| Total vacancies | Confirmed |
| Essential qualifications | Confirmed |
| Application email | Confirmed |
| Last date | Confirmed |
| Interview date and venue | Confirmed |
| Fixed salary amount | Not specified; only ICSSR norms mentioned |
| Age limit | Not mentioned in the notice |
| Application fee | Not mentioned in the notice |
| Written exam syllabus | Not announced |
| Admit card details | Not applicable or not announced |
Applicants should rely on the official PDF and university pages for any update related to shortlisting or interview communication.
Official Links
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 7 vacancies in total, including 1 Research Assistant post and 6 Field Investigator posts.
The last date to send the application by email is 22 April 2026.
Candidates have to apply by email by sending their CV along with the prescribed application form.
The Research Assistant post requires a postgraduate degree in any Social Science discipline with at least 55% marks along with NET, M.Phil. or Ph.D.
The Field Investigator post requires graduation in any Social Science discipline with at least 55% marks. Preference will be given to candidates with a four-year graduation programme.
The walk-in interview is scheduled for 30 April 2026 at 10:00 A.M. at the Principal Office, Deshbandhu College, Kalkaji, New Delhi.
The official notice says remuneration will be as per ICSSR norms. It does not mention a fixed post-wise salary amount.