Job Details
Alagappa Institute of Management, Alagappa University, invites applications for Research Assistant OR Field Investigator under the ICSSR Minor Research Project 2024-25 focused on green entrepreneurship and MSMEs. Eligible postgraduates in Social Sciences (with 55% marks) can attend a walk-in interview on 11 August 2025 at AIM Hall, Karaikudi. Preference will be given to experienced candidates with research publications. Emoluments up to ₹37,000 per month for RA and ₹20,000 per month for FI. This is a purely temporary, project-based role. Ensure all original certificates and CVs are brought to the interview. Apply for this Tamil Nadu university project job today!
| Department | Alagappa Institute of Management (AIM), Alagappa University |
| Employment Type | Temporary (Project basis) |
| Job Title(s) | Research Assistant / Field Investigator (ICSSR Project) |
| Total Vacancies | 1 (Either Research Assistant OR Field Investigator, not both) |
| Project Title | GREEN ENTREPRENEURSHIP: OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES FOR MSMEs TO FORGE A VIKSIT BHARAT |
| Duration | Research Assistant: 6 months; Field Investigator: 9 months |
| Emoluments | Research Assistant: ₹37,000/month; Field Investigator: ₹20,000/month |
| Location | Alagappa University, Karaikudi – 630 003, Tamil Nadu |
| Application Method | Walk-in Interview (with CV & originals) |
| Walk-in Interview Date | 11th August 2025, 11:00 AM |
| Official Website | www.alagappauniversity.ac.in |
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ICSSR Minor Research Project (2024-25), Dated: 25/07/2025
Post and Vacancy Details
| Post Title | No. of Posts | Emoluments (per month) | Duration | Qualifications |
| Research Assistant | 1 (either/or) | ₹37,000 | 6 months | PG in Social Science (min 55% marks) + NET/M.Phil/Ph.D |
| Field Investigator | 1 (either/or) | ₹20,000 | 9 months | PG in Social Science (min 55% marks) |
Note: Only one post available – selection as RA or FI based on candidate’s qualification/experience.
Salary Details
- Research Assistant: ₹37,000 per month (fixed)
- Field Investigator: ₹20,000 per month (fixed)
- Tenure: RA – 6 months; FI – 9 months
Educational Qualification
- Research Assistant: Postgraduate in Social Science discipline (minimum 55% marks) with NET / M.Phil / Ph.D.
- Field Investigator: Postgraduate in Social Science discipline (minimum 55% marks).
- Desirable: Candidates with prior research project experience and relevant publications will be given preference.
Age Limit
- Not specified (as per norms of the funding agency/university)
Selection Process
- Walk-in Interview only.
- Selection based on academic performance, qualifications, experience and interview performance.
- The decision of the interview committee is final.
How to Apply
- Interested and eligible candidates should appear directly for the walk-in interview.
- Candidates must bring:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Original and photocopies of all relevant educational qualifications and credentials
- Walk-in Interview Details:
- Date: 11th August 2025
- Time: 11:00 AM
- Venue: AIM Hall, Alagappa Institute of Management, Alagappa University, Karaikudi – 630003
Instructions
- This position is strictly temporary and co-terminus with the project/position tenure.
- Only one position will be selected (RA or FI), based on candidate’s eligibility.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- Bring all original documents for verification; incomplete or late reporting may lead to disqualification.
- All decisions by the interview committee are final and binding.
Important Dates
| Event | Date | Time |
| Walk-in Interview | 11th August 2025 | 11:00 AM |
Important Links
- Notification link – click here
- Application link – click here
