Applications are invited for Research Fellow in the project funded by Central Sanskrit University at RKMVERI – August 2026

Applications are invited from eligible and interested candidates for the engagement of one Research Fellow under the research project funded by the Central Sanskrit University.

Project Title: Reprinting of Hamsaduta by Rupagosvamin (with available commentaries, Critical and Historical Studies, Grammatical and Aesthetic Notes)

Principal Investigator: Dr. Rakesh Das

Duration of Engagement

The Research Fellow will be engaged initially for a period of six months, which may be extended further, subject to the requirements of the project, satisfactory performance of the Fellow, and the terms and conditions of the funding agency.

Nature of Work

The selected Research Fellow will assist in the research activities associated with the project, particularly in the reprinting and scholarly preparation of Haṃsadūta of Rūpagosvāmin along with the available commentaries. The work may include textual collation, preparation and checking of texts, consultation of manuscripts/printed sources and commentaries, digital text preparation, typing, bibliographical work, and other research-related activities assigned under the project.

Mode of Selection

The selection will be made through the following process:

• Stage I: Scrutiny of Applications
  Applications received within the prescribed period will be scrutinised for fulfilment of the essential eligibility criteria.
• Stage II: Screening Test
  Shortlisted eligible candidates will be required to appear for a screening test designed to assess their knowledge and skills relevant to the project.
• Stage III: Interview
  Candidates qualifying in the screening test will be called for an interview. The final selection will be made on the basis of the candidate’s performance in the screening test and interview, along with academic qualifications and relevant skills.

Only candidates shortlisted after scrutiny of applications will be contacted for the screening test. Details regarding the date, time and venue of the screening test and interview will be communicated to the shortlisted candidates.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates should submit their applications thorugh this form: https://forms.gle/qSpUUdtTSUgB39bz9

Note: Candidates should ensure that all required documents are submitted along with the application. Incomplete applications or applications received after the prescribed deadline may not be considered.

Date of Advertisement: 19 August 2026
Last Date for Application: 26 August 2026

General Instructions

1. Only candidates fulfilling the prescribed eligibility criteria should apply.
2. Mere fulfilment of the minimum eligibility criteria does not guarantee shortlisting or selection.
3. The number of candidates called for the screening test/interview may be restricted on the basis of the number and quality of applications received.
4. The selected candidate will be engaged purely on a temporary, project-based basis and the engagement will not confer any right to regular appointment in the University/Institution.
5. Continuation of the engagement beyond the initial period of six months will be subject to the requirements of the project, satisfactory performance of the Research Fellow, availability of funds, and the terms and conditions of the funding agency.
6. No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the screening test or interview.
7. Candidates may be required to produce the original certificates/documents at the time of the screening test/interview for verification.
8. The competent authority reserves the right to modify the schedule, restrict the number of candidates called for the screening test/interview, or cancel the recruitment process, if necessary.
9. Any attempt to furnish false or misleading information will result in disqualification of the candidature.

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