GIPE has invited applications for one temporary Research Associate post on the project "Gap Assessment of ITDPs in Maharashtra". The remuneration is Rs. 35,000 to 40,000/- per month for a period of 6 months, extendable for another 2 months. Candidates need a BSc/BA and an MSc/MA in the listed subjects and knowledge of Marathi, and must be below 35 years of age. The application end date is 23 November 2026, till 6.00 p.m., and the online application fee is Rs. 236/-.
GIPE Research Associate at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | GIPE |
| Advertisement No. | GIPE-ADVT-ITDP PROJECT – NOVEMBER 2026 (Re-advertisement notification) |
| Project | Gap Assessment of ITDPs in Maharashtra |
| Tenure | 6 months (extendable for another 2 months) |
| Post Name(s) | Research Associate (Post Type: Temporary) |
| Vacancies | 01 |
| Pay | Rs. 35,000 to 40,000/- per month |
| Age Limit | Below 35 years |
| Application Fee | Rs. 236/- (online) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 23 November 2026, till 6.00 p.m. |
The official notification does not specify the application start date or the selection process.
About GIPE
The notice is issued by the institute under the reference GIPE-ADVT-ITDP PROJECT – NOVEMBER 2026 and is signed by the Officiating Deputy Registrar, with the date 6 November 2026. It is a re-advertisement for a research project that aims to find the gap between the intended objectives of area-based development and the actual outcomes in tribal regions.
Vacancy Details
The notice announces one post.
| Post | Vacancies | Post Type | Remuneration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research Associate | 01 | Temporary | Rs. 35,000 to 40,000/- per month |
Who Can Apply
The age limit is below 35 years, which means 35 itself is not covered. The notice prints no age cut-off date and no age relaxation.
| Post | Essential Qualification | Desirable |
|---|---|---|
| Research Associate | BSc/BA in Economics, Sociology, Statistics, Social Work and MSc /MA in Economics, Sociology, Statistics, Social Work, Demography, Public Policy. Knowledge of Marathi language - spoken and writing. | See the list below |
Desirable, as printed in the notice:
- Ph.D. in Economics/ Development Studies/ Demography Experience & training in Development Issues and qualitative techniques OR Minimum one year of experience as research assistant on tribal/development related projects.
Candidates should check the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of the post.
Pay and Tenure
The Research Associate post is temporary and carries a remuneration of Rs. 35,000 to 40,000/- per month. The period is 6 months, extendable for another 2 months. The notice does not mention HRA or other allowances.
GIPE Research Associate Job Description
- Literature review
- Primary and secondary data collection
- Field work
- Tabulation
- Quantitative and qualitative analysis
- Research assistance
How to Apply for GIPE Research Associate
The notice gives the application fee as "Application Fee (Online): Rs. 236/-" and the application end date as 23 November 2026, till 6.00 p.m. It prints no website address, application link, application form or list of documents to attach.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of the notice | 6 November 2026 |
| Application End Date | 23 November 2026, till 6.00 p.m. |
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Application link for GIPE Research Associate | Application and online fee payment |
| Official GIPE Research Associate notification PDF | Re-advertisement notification dated 6 November 2026 |
| GIPE official website | Institute website |
