MDU Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 7 Field Investigator, Research Assistant & More Posts
Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak (MDU) has published the Recruitment 2026 notification for 7 vacancies, including Research Assistant, Project Fellow, and Field Investigator posts. Applications by online will be accepted till 17 October 2026.
Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak has invited applications from eligible candidates for engagement on 7 positions in the Haryana State Research Fund (HSRF) sponsored research project entitled “Skill Development and Employability of Youth in Haryana: An Evaluation Using a Demand Driven Employability Framework” at the Centre for Professional & Allied Studies - Gurugram. Eligible candidates must submit soft copies of their filled-in application form along with self-attested copies of educational qualifications and experience certificates to [email protected] by 17 October 2026.
Official source: Centre for Professional & Allied Studies - Gurugram, Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak. Advertisement for engagement of research staff under HSRF sponsored research project.
MDU Recruitment 2026 – Quick Summary
Who is recruiting?: Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak (Centre for Professional & Allied Studies - Gurugram)
Which posts?: Research Assistant, Project Fellow, and Field Investigator
How many vacancies?: 7
Who can apply?: Candidates possessing required graduate, postgraduate, PhD, or NET qualifications
A total of 7 vacancies are available under the HSRF sponsored research project.
Sr. No.
Name & Number of Post
Tenure (Maximum) & Remuneration
1
Research Assistant (01)
04 Months & ₹37,000/- per month
2
Project Fellow (01)
06 Months & ₹25,000/- per month
3
Field Investigator (05)
05 Months & ₹15,000/- per month
MDU Eligibility Criteria
MDU Qualification
Post
Qualification Required
Research Assistant (01)
Postgraduate in Management, Economics, Statistics, Commerce, Education, Social Sciences, or allied disciplines with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD) & PhD/NET in the concerned subject. Preference will be given to candidates having research experience, data analysis skills and proficiency in MSOffice/SPSS/R/Nvivo/VOSviewer.
Project Fellow (01)
Postgraduate in Management, Economics, Commerce, Education, Social Sciences or allied disciplines with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD as per MDU rules). Preference will be given to candidates having field survey experience and report writing skills. Preference will be given to candidates having research experience, data analysis skills and proficiency in MSOffice/SPSS/R/Nvivo/VOSviewer.
Field Investigator (05)
Graduate/Postgraduate in any discipline. Preference will be given to candidates having experience in conducting field surveys, data collection, communication in Hindi and English, and willingness to travel across Haryana.
MDU Salary
Post
Pay / Remuneration
Research Assistant
₹37,000/- per month
Project Fellow
₹25,000/- per month
Field Investigator
₹15,000/- per month
MDU Selection Process
The selection process consists of shortlisting followed by an interview.
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.
Candidates shall have to appear physically for the interview.
How to Apply for MDU Recruitment
Download the application form from the official notification PDF.
Fill out the prescribed application form completely.
Enclose self-attested copies of academic qualifications and experience certificates.
Scan the filled-in application form along with all required self-attested documents.
Submit the soft copies via email to [email protected] on or before 17 October 2026.
Documents Required
Filled-in application form
Self-attested copies of educational qualifications (marks sheets and certificates)
Self-attested copies of experience certificates
Category certificate (if claiming relaxations)
MDU Important Instructions
Soft copies of the filled-in application form along with self-attested copies of educational qualifications and experience certificates must be submitted to [email protected].
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.
Candidates must appear physically for the interview; no TA/DA shall be paid.
The appointment is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project.
The University reserves the right not to fill any or all posts without assigning any reason.
Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak is recruiting for Research Assistant, Project Fellow, and Field Investigator posts under an HSRF sponsored research project at the Centre for Professional & Allied Studies - Gurugram.
Q2. How many total vacancies are available in MDU Recruitment 2026?
A total of 7 vacancies are available, which include 1 Research Assistant, 1 Project Fellow, and 5 Field Investigator posts.
Q3. What is the last date to submit the application form?
The last date for submission of applications is 17 October 2026.
Q4. What is the tentative date of the interview?
The tentative date of the interview is 19 October 2026.
Q5. What is the qualification required for a Research Assistant?
Postgraduate in Management, Economics, Statistics, Commerce, Education, Social Sciences, or allied disciplines with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD) & PhD/NET in the concerned subject.
Q6. What is the qualification required for a Field Investigator?
Graduate or Postgraduate in any discipline. Preference will be given to candidates having experience in conducting field surveys, data collection, communication in Hindi and English, and willingness to travel across Haryana.
Q7. What is the monthly remuneration for a Project Fellow?
The remuneration for a Project Fellow is ₹25,000/- per month for a maximum tenure of 6 months.
Q8. How can I apply for MDU Research Staff positions?
Candidates must submit soft copies of the filled-in application form along with self-attested copies of educational qualifications and experience certificates via email to [email protected].
Q9. Is there any application fee for MDU Recruitment 2026?
The notification does not mention any application fee.
Q10. Where will the interviews be held and will TA/DA be paid?
Candidates shall have to appear physically for the interview, and no TA/DA shall be paid.
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