The Department of Sciences and Humanities & Management at the Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Ranchi, an Institute of National Importance under an Act of Parliament, has invited applications from Indian citizens for 1 temporary Field Investigator/Project Staff post. The post is in the research project "Custom against Law: Child Marriage in Tribal Communities of Jharkhand", sponsored by Dr. Ram Dayal Munda Tribal Welfare Research Institute (TRI), Government of Jharkhand. The fellowship is Rs. 30,000/- per month for an initial period of 5 months. The essential qualification is a Master's degree in Social Sciences, Geography, Anthropology, or Sociology with at least 60% marks or 6.0 CPI. Applications go by email to the Principal Investigator, and the last date of receipt is 25 November 2026.
IIIT Ranchi Recruitment 2026 at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Institute of Information Technology Ranchi |
| Advertisement No. | IIITR/SCI-HUM/2026/I |
| Department | Sciences and Humanities & Management |
| Project | Custom against Law: Child Marriage in Tribal Communities of Jharkhand |
| Funding Agency | Dr. Ram Dayal Munda Tribal Welfare Research Institute (TRI), Government of Jharkhand (nature of funding: Short Term) |
| Tenure | Initial appointment of 5 (five) months, which may be extended |
| Post Name(s) | Field Investigator/ Project Staff |
| Vacancies | 1 |
| Pay | Fellowship of Rs. 30,000/- per month |
| Age Limit | Should not exceed 35 years as of last date of application |
| Job Location | IIIT Ranchi, Ranchi, Jharkhand |
| Application Mode | Email to the Principal Investigator (a Google Form is also requested) |
| Last Date to Apply | 25 November 2026 |
The official notification does not specify the application fee.
About IIIT Ranchi
The Indian Institute of Information Technology Ranchi is an Institute of National Importance under an Act of Parliament, located in Ranchi, Jharkhand. The advertised project will be implemented in its Department of Sciences and Humanities & Management. The Principal Investigator and Co-Principal Investigator are Dr. Rohit Kandulna and Dr. Noopur, Assistant Professors at the Institute.
Who Can Apply
Only Indian citizens may apply. The notice gives one post, Field Investigator/ Project Staff, with the following conditions.
| Post | Essential Qualification | Desirable |
|---|---|---|
| Field Investigator/ Project Staff | Master's degree in Social Sciences, Geography, Anthropology, or Sociology, with a minimum of 60% marks or 6.0 CPI (on a 10-point scale) at the Master's degree level. | Demonstrated knowledge and practical, hands-on experience in the field of child marriage, particularly in tribal communities of Jharkhand. |
The desirable qualification also covers familiarity with relevant socio-cultural practices, customary laws, and the legal framework concerning the prevention of child marriage.
Age limit: should not exceed 35 years as of last date of application. Age relaxations will be provided as per Govt. norms and to the candidates with relevant experiences. The notice does not list the relaxation by category. Ineligible candidates will not be allowed, so applicants should check eligibility before applying. For the discipline-specific eligibility, see the official notification.
Pay and Tenure
The fellowship is Rs. 30,000/- per month. The remuneration is disbursed upon successful completion of the assigned project-related activities and fulfilment of the prescribed responsibilities, in accordance with the terms and conditions stipulated by TRI, Government of Jharkhand.
The initial appointment is for a period of 05 (five) months. It may be extended further, subject to the candidate's performance and availability of funds under the project, or terminated earlier, if required. The assignment is purely temporary in nature.
How to Apply for IIIT Ranchi Recruitment 2026
- Prepare the application in the prescribed format. The format, headed "Application for the Post of Project Assistant", is on page 2 of the notice.
- Attach self-attested copies of all supporting documents. Combine the application and documents as a single PDF file.
- Email the PDF to the Principal Investigator, Dr. Rohit Kandulna, at [email protected].
- Write the email subject as "Application for Field Investigator/ Project Staff under TRI sponsored project".
- Also fill out the Google Form that the notice asks applicants to complete (see the Application Form link below).
- For more information, contact +91- 9709130820 or +91 8171760675.
The last date of receipt of applications is 25 November 2026.
Documents Named in the Notice
- Self-attested copies of all supporting documents, submitted with the application as a single PDF file.
- Proof of category (GEN/SC/ST/OBC), to be attached as the form directs.
- Publication/patent details with proof, on a separate sheet.
- Details of two referees (name, designation, affiliation, email ID, contact number).
- Original age proof, certificates, degrees, mark sheets and other testimonials, to be presented at the time of interview and joining (if selected).
The form also asks for a photograph, educational qualifications (10th, 12th, B.A., M.A. and any other), the B.A. dissertation title, the M.A. project title, a declaration and the applicant's signature.
Selection and Interview
Shortlisting will be carried out as per the decision of the selection committee. Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. The notice gives no interview date and does not describe the interview in detail. It asks candidates to refer to the Institute website for updates, if any.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of advertisement | 10/11/2026 |
| Last date of receipt of applications | 25 November 2026 |
Important Instructions
- No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the interview and/or joining the position.
- The Institute reserves the right to cancel the recruitment without assigning any reason.
- Ineligible candidates will not be allowed.
- Original documents must be presented at the time of interview and joining (if selected) for verification.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Form and Google Form | Prescribed format and Google Form named in the notice |
| Official Notification PDF | Advt. No. IIITR/SCI-HUM/2026/I |
| IIIT Ranchi Official Website | Updates, if any |
