Field Investigator Recruitment at Pondicherry University

Pondicherry University’s Centre for Study of Social Inclusion, Puducherry, has invited applications for the post of Field Investigator under an ICSSR-funded research project. This Field Investigator recruitment is meant for candidates with postgraduate qualifications in social work, sociology, human rights or related fields. The last date to apply online is August 25th, 2026, followed by a walk-in interview on August 31st, 2026. Eligible and interested candidates may go through the details below before applying for this position.

Official Notification Reference: PU/CSSI/2026-27/2341

Date Posted: 14th August 2026

Institution Name: Pondicherry University, Centre for Study of Social Inclusion

Institution Profile: Pondicherry University is a Central University located in Puducherry, offering programmes through various schools, including the School of Management, and it periodically invites applications for guest faculty positions in its academic departments.

Name of the Project: Diversity, Inclusiveness and Equity at Workplace and Accessibility at Educational Institutions for Disabled: An Empirical Investigation

Funding Agency: Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR)

Name of the Post: Field Investigator

Number of the Post: One

Duration of the Project: Two years

Essential Qualifications: As per Norms

Desirable: Candidates holding M.A. in Human Rights and Inclusive Policy, M.A. Social Work, M.A. Sociology, M.A. Anthropology, M.A. Women’s Studies, Disability and Rehabilitation Sciences, M.Com, or M.B.A. are preferred

Experience: As per Norms

Age Limit: Maximum of 30 years, as on the date of interview

Emoluments per month: Rs. 20,000

Job Location: Puducherry

Apply Mode: Online application through Google Form, followed by walk-in interview

Last Date to Apply: August 25th, 2026

Institution Website: https://www.pondiuni.edu.in/

How to Apply: Interested candidates must fill out the online Google Form application and upload self-attested scanned copies of certificates related to educational qualification, age, and experience before the last date, August 25th, 2026. Shortlisted candidates need to attend the walk-in interview scheduled for August 31st, 2026, along with original certificates and self-attested copies for verification. Applications that are incomplete will be rejected without notice.

To Submit Online Application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdK-VtDnRFJdju_PTF9FMXVJ20bSxfeUaAR-3RepJp3JdwKCQ/viewform?usp=header

Institution Address:
Pondicherry University,
R.V. Nagar, Kalapet,
Puducherry – 605014

Official Notification for Reference: Pondicherry University- Job Opening Notification

Note: Candidates are advised to read the official notification of the Institution/University for details qualifications and other details, before applying.

General Instructions for the candidates to apply for the Pondicherry University jobs:

• Ensure the online application reaches on or before August 25th, 2026
• Upload self-attested scanned copies of all relevant certificates while filling the form
• Bring original certificates and self-attested copies for verification at the time of interview
• Note that mere eligibility does not guarantee a call for interview
• No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview
• Understand that the position is purely temporary and co-terminates with the project
• Reach out only through email for any clarification regarding the post

This opportunity suits candidates in social work, sociology and allied fields seeking hands-on research experience in an ICSSR-funded university project on disability inclusion. Eligible applicants should complete the online application early and keep all documents ready before the interview date.