Sikkim University Recruitment 2026: Research Associate, Research Assistant & Field Investigators
Department of Economics, Sikkim University (A Central University) — Project Funded by ICSSR
Important Notice:
Applications are invited from eligible candidates for purely temporary/contractual positions under the ICSSR-funded research project titled "An Empirical Study of Farmers' Producer Organizations and Their Impact on Smallholders' Income, Market Access, and Technology Adoption in Eastern and Northeastern India".
1. Overview of Organization & Project Details
| Organization Name | Sikkim University (A Central University established by an Act of Parliament of India in 2007 and accredited by NAAC in 2015) |
|---|---|
| Department | Department of Economics |
| Funding Agency | Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), Research Projects Division |
| Sanction / Project File Reference | F. No. 22/2025-26/ICSSR/RP/MJ Dated: 15.03.2026 |
| Project Title | An Empirical Study of Farmers' Producer Organizations and Their Impact on Smallholders' Income, Market Access, and Technology Adoption in Eastern and Northeastern India |
| Principal Investigator & Co-PI | Prof. Manesh Choubey (Principal Investigator) & Dr. Rangalal Mohapatra (Co-PI), Department of Economics, Sikkim University |
| Nature of Employment | Temporary / Contractual |
| Duration of the Project | Six months (May be extended depending upon performance until the end of the project) |
2. Positions, Vacancies & Key Responsibilities
| Designation / Post Name | Number of Positions | Key Responsibilities |
|---|---|---|
| Research Associate | 01 (One) | To assist the Project team in the following project-related tasks:
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| Research Assistant | 01 (One) | |
| Field Investigators | 04 (Four) |
3. Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications
Essential Qualifications
- For Research Associate & Research Assistant: Post Graduate Degree in Social Sciences with a minimum of 55% from a recognized University. Candidates having NET / SLET / Ph.D. will be given preference.
- For Field Investigators: Post Graduate (PG) / Degree in Social Sciences.
Desirable Qualifications
Desirable Specialization on Agricultural Economics / Econometrics and work / research experience in using Statistical softwares and preparation of research report.
4. Remuneration (Emoluments)
Emoluments / Base Salary: As per ICSSR project Guidelines.
5. Important Dates & Schedule
| Event | Date & Details |
|---|---|
| Notification Sanction Reference Date | 15.03.2026 |
| Last Date for Submitting Application via Email | Before 30.09.2026 |
| Date of Interview | 01.10.2026 (1st October 2026) |
| Time of Interview | 10:00 AM |
6. Selection Process & Interview Venue
The selection will be conducted through an in-person Interview.
Venue of Interview:
Department of Economics, Sikkim University,
7th Mile, Tadong, Gangtok, Sikkim, India
7. Application Procedure & How to Apply
Eligible and interested candidates must apply following the steps outlined below:
- Prepare the application in the prescribed format.
- Attach all relevant supportive documents (educational qualifications, experience certificates, proof of NET/SLET/Ph.D. if applicable).
- Send the complete application along with supportive documents via email to:
- To: Prof. Manesh Choubey at mchoubey@cus.ac.in
- CC: Dr. Rangalal Mohapatra at rlmohapatra@cus.ac.in
- The email submission must be completed before 30.09.2026.
- Attend the interview on 01.10.2026 at 10:00 AM at the designated venue.
8. Important Terms, Conditions & Instructions to Candidates
- Original Documents Requirement: Candidates are required to bring relevant documents (original) on the day of the interview for verification.
- Travel / Daily Allowance: No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
- Governing Rules: Terms and conditions of appointment will be guided by the rules and regulations of the Sikkim University / funding agency (ICSSR).
- Joining Notice: The selected candidate is expected to join immediately after the issuance of the appointment letter.
9. Official Address & Contact Information
Postal Address
Sikkim University6th Mile, Samdur, Tadong - 737102
Gangtok, Sikkim, India
Telecommunication & Email Contacts
- Phone: 03592-251212, 251415, 251656
- Telefax: 03592-251067
- Official Email (PI): mchoubey@cus.ac.in
- Official Email (Co-PI): rlmohapatra@cus.ac.in
