The University of Lucknow, one of Uttar Pradesh's oldest universities, is hiring Young Professionals and Research Assistants for a research project funded by the State Transformation Commission, Government of Uttar Pradesh. There are 24 posts in total, offered through its Centre for Development and Policy Research. The roles involve field surveys, data collection and report writing for development research work in Lucknow and designated districts.
Lucknow University Young Professional and Research Assistant Recruitment 2026
Posted 17 Oct 2026Updated 17 Oct 2026
Total Vacancies
24
Last Date
24 Oct
6 days left
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Last date 24 Oct 2026 · 6 days left
- Notification17 Oct
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About University of Lucknow Young Professional and Research Assistant Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- University of Lucknow
- Post Name
- Young Professional and Research Assistant
- Job Location
- Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
- Job Type
- Contract
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- NET qualification for Young Professional posts
- Tenure
- 11 months
Vacancy Breakdown
Young Professional
10
Research Assistant
14
Total24
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Young Professional | 10 |
| Research Assistant | 14 |
| Grand Total | 24 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Young Professional10 posts
- Qualification
- Post-graduation in a Social Science; Statistics or management discipline with 55% marks. NET qualified.
- Desirable Qualification
- Experience of working in the Development Sector
Research Assistant14 posts
- Qualification
- Post-graduation in a Social Science; Statistics or management discipline with 55% marks.
- Desirable Qualification
- NET qualified and experience of working in the Development Sector
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting
Applications are screened and short-listed candidates are called for the interview.
- 2Interview
The Selection Committee interviews the short-listed candidates and its decision is final and binding.
Salary Structure
Young Professional
Pay: Rs. 50,000 per month
Research Assistant
Pay: Rs. 35,000 per month
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Young Professional | Rs. 50,000 per month |
| Research Assistant | Rs. 35,000 per month |
How to Apply
- 1Prepare the application along with a detailed CV
- 2Send the application and CV by email to [email protected]
- 3Ensure the application reaches the centre before the closing date
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Application
•Detailed CV
Important Details
- The appointment is purely temporary and contractual for a period of 11 months under the State Transformation Commission, Government of U.P. funded research project at the Centre for Development and Policy Research (CDPR).
- Payment is based on the satisfactory performance of the candidate.
- Empanelled candidates have no right or claim for regularization or regular or contractual appointment in the centre after completion of the project.
- No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview or selection process.
Young Professional: Responsibilities and Skills
- Lead research efforts, supervise teams, coordinate with the director and consultants, contribute to report writing and co-author journal articles
- Conduct field surveys and in-depth interviews in the designated districts
- Assist in ranking of district economic survey and development reports
- Knowledge of MS-Office, Google Suite and data analysis packages such as SPSS and Stata
- Capable of collecting primary data from blocks and villages
Research Assistant: Responsibilities and Skills
- Lead survey and profiling efforts and lead teams, contribute to report writing
- Assist in ranking of district economic survey and development reports
- Knowledge of MS-Office, Google Suite and data analysis packages such as SPSS and Stata
- Capable of collecting primary data from blocks and villages
Project Details
Department
Details: Centre for Development and Policy Research (CDPR)
Project
Details: State Transformation Commission, Government of U.P. funded Research Project
Funding Agency
Details: State Transformation Commission, Government of U.P.
Job Location
Details: Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, with field surveys in designated districts, blocks and villages
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Department | Centre for Development and Policy Research (CDPR) |
| Project | State Transformation Commission, Government of U.P. funded Research Project |
| Funding Agency | State Transformation Commission, Government of U.P. |
| Job Location | Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, with field surveys in designated districts, blocks and villages |
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the appointment permanent?
No. The engagement is purely temporary and contractual for 11 months, and empanelled candidates have no claim to regularization or a regular post in the centre after the project ends.
Will TA/DA be paid for attending the interview?
No, no TA/DA is given for attending the interview or the selection process.
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