- Recruitment for 3 positions under the 'Tribal Repository of Intangible and Built Indigenous Legacies' project, supported by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India.
- Role involves field research, ethnographic documentation, and digital archiving of tribal/indigenous communities in Jammu & Kashmir, including Gujjar, Bakarwal, and other indigenous groups.
- Initial engagement for 1 year, extendable based on performance and project requirements.
- Consolidated salary package of ₹35,000–40,000 per month, commensurate with qualification and experience.
IIT
🔒 Closed
🎓 Master's Degree
Young Professional (Project Staff) for Tribal Repository Project
Indian Institute of Technology Jammu
Total Vacancies
3
Job Location
Jagti, NH 44, Jammu, 181221, India (Fieldwork in remote/tribal areas of Jammu & Kashmir)
Apply Deadline
30 Aug 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Jammu (IIT Jammu) |
| Job Category | Other |
| Eligibility Qualification | Master's Degree (masters-degree) |
| Number of Vacancies | 3 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹35,000 - ₹40,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 30 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - Prior exposure to field research, ethnographic documentation, or community-based fieldwork is desirable. |
| Application Fee | - No application fee is mentioned in the notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Master's Degree in Sociology, Psychology, Cultural Studies, or any allied field of the Social Sciences.
- Prior exposure to field research, ethnographic documentation, or community-based fieldwork, preferably with tribal/indigenous communities.
- Good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare field notes, reports, and transcripts.
- Familiarity with qualitative research tools and methods (interviews, focus group discussions, participatory documentation).
- Willingness to travel and undertake extensive fieldwork in remote/tribal areas of Jammu & Kashmir.
- Prior exposure to field research, ethnographic documentation, or community-based fieldwork, preferably with tribal/indigenous communities.
- Good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare field notes, reports, and transcripts.
- Familiarity with qualitative research tools and methods (interviews, focus group discussions, participatory documentation).
- Willingness to travel and undertake extensive fieldwork in remote/tribal areas of Jammu & Kashmir.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email about the interview date.
- Interview will be conducted online.
- Selection is based on merit and project requirements; possessing the prescribed qualification does not guarantee an interview call.
- Interview will be conducted online.
- Selection is based on merit and project requirements; possessing the prescribed qualification does not guarantee an interview call.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All
📂 Required Documents
- Duly filled application form.
- Scanned copies of certificates supporting educational qualifications.
- Scanned copies of experience certificates (if applicable).
- Updated CV.
- Valid email ID and phone number for communication.
- Scanned copies of certificates supporting educational qualifications.
- Scanned copies of experience certificates (if applicable).
- Updated CV.
- Valid email ID and phone number for communication.
💳 Application Fee Details
- No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the Young Professional post under this project?
There are a total of 3 vacancies for the Young Professional (Project Staff) post under the Tribal Repository project at IIT Jammu.
Q.
What is the maximum age limit for applying to the Young Professional post as of the application date?
The maximum age limit for applying to the Young Professional post is 30 years as of the application date. Age relaxation of 5 years is provided for SC/ST/PwD and all female applicants, and 3 years for OBC candidates with a valid Central-format NCL certificate.
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the Young Professional post under IIT Jammu's Tribal Repository project?
The last date to apply for the Young Professional post is 30th August 2026, through the online portal.
Q.
Is there an application fee for applying to the Young Professional post at IIT Jammu?
No application fee is mentioned in the notification for the Young Professional post under this project.
Q.
Where can I find the official link to apply for the Young Professional post at IIT Jammu?
The official link to apply for the Young Professional post is https://apply.iitjammu.ac.in/#/home. Applicants must use the [contract/project staff/JRF/SRF] tab on the portal.