ISI Kolkata — Project-linked Junior Research Fellow (JRF) 2026 (Economic Research Unit)
Indian Statistical Institute (ISI), Kolkata
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Overview
The Economic Research Unit of the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI), Kolkata will engage one project-linked Junior Research Fellow on a temporary basis for the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) project “Infinite Dimensional Analysis in Modern Economics Scenarios”. The appointment runs from joining until May 2027.
Candidates need an M.Sc. or equivalent in Mathematics or Economics, with a valid CSIR/UGC NET or GATE score or a pass in a national-level examination conducted by central government bodies. Pay is a fixed Rs 37,000 a month plus HRA. Age must not exceed 35 years as on 13 November 2026.
Email a covering letter and signed resume with documents by 13 November 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be told the interview date by email or phone.
At a glance
- Post names
- Project-linked Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Department
- Economic Research Unit (ANRF project)
- Vacancies
- 1
- Educational qualification
- Postgraduate
- Age limit
- Maximum 35 years (as on 13 Nov 2026)
- Age relaxation
- Not more than 35 years as on 13 November 2026, with the usual relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/women/differently abled candidates. Age may be relaxed for outstanding or experienced candidates.
- Salary / pay scale
- ₹37,000 – ₹37,000 per month · Fixed pay of Rs 37,000 a month + HRA as per institute rules.
- Employment type
- Temporary
- Application mode
- Online
Important dates
| Notification published | 29 Oct 2026 |
|---|---|
| Application deadline | 13 Nov 2026 |
Vacancies
Project JRF: 1 post, purely temporary; the term may be extended or ended early depending on funds and performance.
Eligibility
- Essential: M.Sc. or equivalent in Mathematics/Economics from a recognised institute or university, with a valid CSIR/UGC NET or GATE score, or a pass in a national-level examination conducted by bodies such as DST, DBT, DAE, DRDO, MHRD, ICMR, IIT, IISc, ISI or IISER
- Desirable: a strong background in mathematical economics
Selection process
Shortlisted candidates will be told the interview date by email/phone. Original documents and a medical fitness certificate are required on joining.
Required documents
- Covering letter addressed to the Director
- Signed resume in English: name, permanent and correspondence addresses, phone, parent's/spouse's name, date of birth, academic qualifications with percentages from Class 10, experience/publications
- CSIR/UGC NET or GATE score (or proof of the national-level examination)
- Aadhaar/voter/PAN card and SC/ST/OBC/differently abled certificate (if applicable)
- Self-attested copies of all documents
How to apply
- Send the covering letter, signed resume and self-attested copies of documents in one email, with the project name as the subject
- Deadline: 13 November 2026
- The notice prints the email address as bhowmikanuj963@gmall.com (‘gmall’, not ‘gmail’). Confirm the address with ISI's Economic Research Unit before sending copies of Aadhaar/PAN
- No TA/DA is paid for the interview or for joining
Last updated: 2 Nov 2026
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