IIT BHU Research Associate (ICHR Project) 2026

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Organization: Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi
Position: Research Associate (Contract)
Salary: INR 17,600 per month
Deadline: 28 August 2026

Applications for Research Associate are open until 28 August 2026 for a six-month contract role (extendable to one year) on an ICHR-funded project at IIT (BHU). You must have an MA in History with 55% marks and proficiency in reading and writing Bengali. Submit your application with full biodata, self-attested certificates and CV by the deadline—the institute will contact shortlisted candidates by email only.

Important Dates

Advertisement published07 August 2026
Application deadline28 August 2026
Shortlist notificationBy email

Age Limit

Upper age limit28 years as on date of application
RelaxationSC/ST/OBC as per Government of India norms

Eligibility

EducationMA (History) with minimum 55% marks
Language proficiencyBengali (reading and writing both)

Vacancy Details

PostResearch Associate
Duration6 months, extendable up to 1 year
ProjectIndigenous Education and Women: Women's Pathshalas in Varanasi from the 18th Century to the Present

How to Apply

  1. Download the application form from the official notification
  2. Fill in all details starting from secondary school examinations
  3. Attach self-attested copies of all testimonials and your CV
  4. Write 'Application for Research Associate in ICHR Project' on the envelope
  5. Send by post to Prof. Vinita Chandra, Department of Humanistic Studies, IIT (BHU), Varanasi-221005, Uttar Pradesh
  6. Alternatively email to [email protected] with subject 'Application for RA in ICHR Project'
  7. Carry original certificates and self-attested copies for verification before interview

Important Notes

No TA/DATravel and daily allowance not admissible for interview
Certificate verificationOriginal and self-attested copies must be presented before interview
Project commitmentYou must be ready to work for the entire project duration
Shortlist communicationOnly by email; no other mode of notification

Frequently Asked Questions

Which organisation is conducting this?
Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi
What are the important dates?
Advertisement published: 07 August 2026. Application deadline: 28 August 2026. Shortlist notification: By email.
What is the age limit?
Upper age limit: 28 years as on date of application. Relaxation: SC/ST/OBC as per Government of India norms.
Who is eligible to apply?
Education: MA (History) with minimum 55% marks. Language proficiency: Bengali (reading and writing both).
How many vacancies are there?
Post: Research Associate. Duration: 6 months, extendable up to 1 year. Project: Indigenous Education and Women: Women's Pathshalas in Varanasi from the 18th Century to the Present.

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