Panjab University, Chandigarh, a leading university in the region, has announced recruitment for the post of Research Fellow with one vacancy. The position is under the Srimanta Sankardev Chair project, associated with the Department of Sanskrit, and is a temporary, contractual research role for a fixed period. The selected fellow will work on a research project and present periodic progress reports to the supervisor for evaluation.
Panjab University Recruitment 2026 - Research Fellow Posts
Posted 29 Sept 2026Updated 29 Sept 2026
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
01 Oct
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Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Applications closed on 01 Oct 2026
- Notification22 Sept
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed01 Oct
About Panjab University Research Fellow Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Panjab University, Chandigarh
- Post Name
- Research Fellow
- Job Location
- Chandigarh, Chandigarh
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 35 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 25,000 per month (monthly emoluments of fellowship as per norms)
- Tenure
- One year, temporary and coterminous with the project
Vacancy Breakdown
Research Fellow
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Research Fellow | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Research Fellow
55% marks in Post Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized University/Institute. Not in receipt of any scholarship or grant from any govt./state/private sector.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Research Fellow | 55% marks in Post Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized University/Institute. Not in receipt of any scholarship or grant from any govt./state/private sector. |
Age Limit
Not more than 35 years as on the closing date of advertisement (01-10-2026)
Selection Process
- 1Interview
Eligible and shortlisted candidates are called for interview after scrutiny; the date and time are informed by email and no separate interview letters are issued.
Salary Structure
Rs. 25,000 per month (monthly emoluments of fellowship as per norms)
How to Apply
- 1Prepare an application with complete bio-data covering personal details, educational qualifications and experience
- 2Write a research proposal of 1800 to 2000 words with a detailed concept, chapterization, brief bibliography and methodology
- 3Attach self-attested copies of educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof and recent passport-size photographs
- 4Mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email
- 5Email the application and proposal to [email protected], or send it by post to the Department of Sanskrit, Arts Block-I, Panjab University, Chandigarh
- 6Ensure the application reaches by 01-10-2026 up to 4:00 PM
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Curriculum Vitae
•Research proposal of 1800 to 2000 words
•Self-attested copies of educational certificates
•Experience certificates
•ID proof
•Recent passport-size photographs
•Rs. 10 affidavit (for shortlisted candidates)
Important Details
- The post is under the project titled "Srimanta Sankardev" at the Srimanta Sankardev Chair, Department of Sanskrit, Panjab University, Chandigarh.
- Applications must be accompanied by a research proposal.
- The selected research scholar must present a report every two months on the total work done, to be evaluated by experts or the supervisor, failing which the fellowship will be discontinued.
- No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview.
Affidavit Requirement
Shortlisted candidates must submit a Rs. 10 affidavit, duly attested by a District Magistrate, Additional District Magistrate, Collector, Deputy Commissioner, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Deputy Collector, Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Taluka Magistrate, Executive Magistrate or Extra Assistant Commissioner, stating that they do not claim any fellowship, grant, scholarship or financial assistance from any University, Board, state or Corporation.
Application Submission
Applications along with Curriculum Vitae may be submitted to the office of the Department of Sanskrit by email or sent by post, latest by 01/10/2026 up to 4.00 p.m.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Can candidates who are already receiving a scholarship or grant apply?
No. Candidates in receipt of any scholarship or grant from a government, state or private sector source are not eligible for this Research Fellow post.
Will separate interview letters be issued to shortlisted candidates?
No. The date and time of the interview are informed to shortlisted candidates by email, and no separate interview letters are issued.
Is TA/DA paid for attending the interview?
No, no TA/DA is paid for attending the interview.
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