University of Kashmir Recruitment 2026
University of Kashmir Recruitment 2026
The University of Kashmir has issued an official notification inviting applications from eligible candidates for engagement as a Research Assistant under an ICSSR-sponsored research project. The engagement is purely temporary and will be made through a walk-in interview scheduled for October 28, 2026.
The recruitment is being conducted by the Centre for Women’s Studies & Research, University of Kashmir, for the research project titled “Nari Shakti and Water Governance: A Gendered Approach to Water Security in Kashmir.”
Eligible candidates with a postgraduate degree in a Social Science discipline and the required research eligibility are invited to attend the interview with the necessary documents.
Overview
Organization: University of Kashmir
Department: Centre for Women’s Studies & Research
Project: Nari Shakti and Water Governance: A Gendered Approach to Water Security in Kashmir
Position: Research Assistant
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Total Vacancies: 01
Job Type: Purely temporary
Monthly Salary: ₹37,000
Engagement Period: Four months, subject to project terms and conditions
Selection Process: Walk-in Interview
Notification Date: October 23, 2026
Interview Date: October 28, 2026
Interview Time: 11:30 AM
Interview Venue: Office Chamber of the Dean, School of Social Sciences, University of Kashmir, Hazratbal, Srinagar.
Vacancy Details
The notification announces one Research Assistant vacancy under an ICSSR-sponsored research project focusing on women’s empowerment, water governance and water security in Kashmir.
The selected candidate will be engaged on a temporary basis for the duration specified in the notification. The appointment will remain subject to the requirements and conditions of the research project.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must fulfil the following essential eligibility criteria:
A postgraduate degree in any Social Science discipline.
A minimum of 55% marks in the postgraduate qualification.
NET, M.Phil. or Ph.D. qualification.
Candidates should ensure that they meet the prescribed educational requirements before appearing for the walk-in interview.
Desirable Qualifications and Skills
Preference may be given to candidates possessing the following additional qualifications and skills:
Previous research experience.
Working knowledge of qualitative research methods.
Working knowledge of quantitative research methods.
Proficiency in computer applications.
Knowledge of SPSS, particularly for research-related data analysis.
These are desirable qualifications mentioned in the notification, while the postgraduate degree, minimum marks and NET/M.Phil./Ph.D. requirement form the essential eligibility criteria.
Salary and Duration
The selected Research Assistant will receive a consolidated remuneration of ₹37,000 per month.
The engagement will be for a period of four months, subject to the terms and conditions of the project. The appointment is temporary and will continue only for the period during which the services are required or until the project-related engagement ends, whichever is earlier.
Walk-in Interview Date, Time and Venue
Eligible candidates must attend the walk-in interview according to the following schedule:
Interview Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Reporting/Interview Time: 11:30 AM
Venue: Office Chamber of the Dean, School of Social Sciences, University of Kashmir, Hazratbal, Srinagar.
Candidates are advised to reach the venue on time and carry all required documents for verification.
Documents Required for the Interview
Candidates must produce the following documents at the time of the walk-in interview:
Original certificates and self-attested copies of all academic qualifications and experience certificates.
An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Valid photo identity proof.
One recent passport-size photograph.
Candidates should keep their original documents available for verification and arrange the self-attested photocopies before attending the interview.
Terms and Conditions
The University of Kashmir has specified the following conditions for the engagement:
The appointment will be purely temporary and co-terminus with the research project, or until the services are required, whichever is earlier.
The engagement will not confer any right or claim to regular appointment at the University of Kashmir.
No Travel Allowance or Dearness Allowance (TA/DA) will be paid for appearing in the interview.
The University reserves the right to cancel or postpone the interview or decide not to fill the position without assigning any reason.
How to Apply?
Eligible candidates are required to appear directly for the walk-in interview on October 28, 2026, at 11:30 AM at the specified venue.
Candidates should bring their updated CV, original academic and experience certificates, self-attested copies, valid photo identity proof and one recent passport-size photograph.
Applicants should carefully review the eligibility requirements and ensure that all necessary documents are available before attending the interview.
Contact for Queries
For further information or queries regarding the recruitment, candidates may contact the Principal Investigator through the email address provided in the official notification:
Email: [email protected]
Important Note
The recruitment is for one temporary Research Assistant position under an ICSSR-sponsored research project. Candidates should rely on the official notification issued by the Centre for Women’s Studies & Research, University of Kashmir, for the applicable terms and eligibility requirements.
Eligible applicants should attend the walk-in interview on the scheduled date and time with all the required documents.
Important Links
Official Notification : Click here
Official Website : Click here
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