{"id":2473,"date":"2026-06-25T11:12:13","date_gmt":"2026-06-25T11:12:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/?p=2473"},"modified":"2026-06-26T04:19:35","modified_gmt":"2026-06-26T04:19:35","slug":"spu-project-staff-recruitment-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/spu-project-staff-recruitment-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"SPU Project Staff Recruitment 2026: Apply for Research Assistant &amp; Field Investigator Posts"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SPU Project Staff Recruitment 2026 : Sardar Patel University (SPU), Vallabh Vidyanagar, Gujarat has released an official recruitment notification for the posts of <strong>Research Assistant<\/strong> and <strong>Field Investigator<\/strong>. These positions are purely on a contractual basis for an Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), Govt. of India sponsored research project at the Department of Social Work, SPU. The title of the research project is \u201cCultural Heritage, Art, and Oral Traditions among the Siddi Community of Gujarat: An Ethnographic Study\u201d under the guidance of Principal Investigator Prof (Dr.) Shivani D. Mishra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"572\" src=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/SPU-Project-Staff-Recruitment-2026-1024x572.png\" alt=\"SPU Project Staff Recruitment 2026\" class=\"wp-image-2474\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/SPU-Project-Staff-Recruitment-2026-1024x572.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/SPU-Project-Staff-Recruitment-2026-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/SPU-Project-Staff-Recruitment-2026-768x429.png 768w, https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/SPU-Project-Staff-Recruitment-2026.png 1376w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">SPU Project Staff Recruitment 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SPU Project Staff Recruitment 2026 : Eligible and interested Indian nationals are invited to apply offline by submitting their application forms along with all necessary educational and experience certificates. The last date to submit the application is <strong>July 15, 2026<\/strong>. Below, you will find complete details regarding eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, salary structure, and the detailed application procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SPU_Project_Staff_Recruitment_2026_%E2%80%93_Key_Highlights\"><\/span><strong>SPU Project Staff Recruitment 2026 \u2013 Key Highlights<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Organization<\/strong><\/td><td>Sardar Patel University (SPU), Vallabh Vidyanagar<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Project Sponsor<\/strong><\/td><td>Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), Govt. of India<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Posts Offered<\/strong><\/td><td>Research Assistant &amp; Field Investigator<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total Vacancies<\/strong><\/td><td>03 Posts<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Job Type<\/strong><\/td><td>Purely Contractual (Temporary)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Duration<\/strong><\/td><td>10 Months<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Application Mode<\/strong><\/td><td>Offline (Hard Copy)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Last Date to Apply<\/strong><\/td><td>July 15, 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Official Website<\/strong><\/td><td>www.spuvvn.edu<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vacancy_Details_for_SPU_Project_Staff_Recruitment\"><\/span>Vacancy Details for SPU Project Staff Recruitment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The recruitment drive is being conducted to fill up 3 temporary positions for a duration of 10 months. The vacancy breakdown and consolidated salary details are given below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Post Name<\/th><th>Number of Posts<\/th><th>Duration<\/th><th>Consolidated Pay (per month)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Research Assistant<\/strong><\/td><td>01<\/td><td>10 months<\/td><td>Rs. 37,000\/-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Field Investigator<\/strong><\/td><td>02<\/td><td>10 months<\/td><td>Rs. 20,000\/-<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eligibility_Criteria_for_SPU_Project_Staff_Recruitment\"><\/span>Eligibility Criteria for SPU Project Staff Recruitment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates applying for these posts must fulfill the basic eligibility criteria specified by Sardar Patel University. Applicants must be Indian nationals holding the relevant educational degrees in social science disciplines with a solid academic track record of minimum qualifying marks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Educational_Qualification_for_SPU_Project_Staff_Recruitment\"><\/span>Educational Qualification for SPU Project Staff Recruitment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The specific educational qualifications required for both positions are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Research Assistant:<\/strong> Post Graduate in any Social Science discipline with a minimum of 55% marks. Preference will be given to candidates who have cleared NET \/ MPhil \/ PhD. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Field Investigator:<\/strong> Graduate in any Social Science discipline with a minimum of 55% marks. Preference will be given to candidates with a four-year graduation program.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Age_Limit_for_SPU_Project_Staff_Recruitment\"><\/span>Age Limit for SPU Project Staff Recruitment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The notification does not specify a rigid age limit. However, candidates must be of legal working age and possess the required postgraduate or graduate degrees. Candidates are advised to refer to SPU and ICSSR project guidelines for standard age specifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Application_Fees_for_SPU_Project_Staff_Recruitment\"><\/span>Application Fees for SPU Project Staff Recruitment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is no application fee mentioned in the official notification. Candidates can apply for these contractual positions free of cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Selection_Process_for_SPU_Project_Staff_Recruitment\"><\/span>Selection Process for SPU Project Staff Recruitment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The selection process consists of the following phases:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Shortlisting:<\/strong> Applicants will be shortlisted based on their academic credentials, qualification relevance, and experience. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an interview. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Personal Interview:<\/strong> Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email regarding the interview details. The interview may be conducted in person (offline mode) at SPU. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Document Verification:<\/strong> Shortlisted candidates must present their original certificates and supporting documents at the time of the interview.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Apply_for_SPU_Project_Staff_Recruitment\"><\/span>How to Apply for SPU Project Staff Recruitment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Eligible candidates can apply for these vacancies by following the step-by-step procedure below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to the official website of Sardar Patel University: <strong>www.spuvvn.edu<\/strong>. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Download the official application form and relevant details from the website. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fill in the application form completely with all necessary details and sign it. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attach self-attested copies of mark sheets for all semesters, graduation\/post-graduation certificates, experience certificates, and any other relevant credentials. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Place the application and documents inside a secure envelope. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>On top of the envelope, clearly write: <strong>\u201cProject Code: 30153\u201d<\/strong> along with the subject line: <strong>\u201cApplication for the Post of Research Assistant or Field Investigator\u201d<\/strong>. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Send the physical envelope to the following address: <strong>Head,<br>Department of Social Work,<br>Sardar Patel University,<br>Vallabh Vidyanagar, Gujarat<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">8. Ensure your application reaches the designated address on or before <strong>July 15, 2026<\/strong>. Late applications will not be entertained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Links_for_SPU_Project_Staff_Recruitment\"><\/span>Important Links for SPU Project Staff Recruitment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Link Description<\/th><th>Link<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Official Notification<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/juniortest.com\/media\/files\/download\/spu-project-staff-recruitment-2026-pdf\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/juniortest.com\/media\/files\/download\/spu-project-staff-recruitment-2026-pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#ff0000\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Click Here<\/mark><\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Official Website<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"http:\/\/www.spuvvn.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#ff0000\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Click Here<\/mark><\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>More Information<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#ff0000\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Click Here<\/mark><\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Dates_for_SPU_Project_Staff_Recruitment\"><\/span>Important Dates for SPU Project Staff Recruitment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Event<\/th><th>Date<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Last Date for Submission of Offline Application<\/strong><\/td><td>July 15, 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Interview Date Notification<\/strong><\/td><td>To be announced via email to shortlisted candidates<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways\"><\/span>Key Takeaways<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The recruitment is strictly temporary and project-based. Engagement does not confer any right to regular or permanent appointments. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No Travel Allowance (TA) or Daily Allowance (DA) will be paid for attending the offline interview or for joining. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Only shortlisted candidates will receive notifications via email. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure you provide a valid email address in your application. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The project is funded by the prestigious Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), Govt. of India.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts_on_SPU_Project_Staff_Recruitment\"><\/span>Final Thoughts on SPU Project Staff Recruitment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is an excellent opportunity for post-graduates and graduates in social science fields to work on an impactful ethnographic study concerning the Siddi Community of Gujarat. Working under an ICSSR-sponsored project at Sardar Patel University will provide immense academic exposure and valuable research experience. Make sure to compile all your documents and send your application so that it reaches before the final deadline of July 15, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.juniortest.com\/images\/spu-project-staff-recruitment.png\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/spu-project-staff-recruitment-2026\/#SPU_Project_Staff_Recruitment_2026_%E2%80%93_Key_Highlights\" >SPU Project Staff Recruitment 2026 \u2013 Key Highlights<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/spu-project-staff-recruitment-2026\/#Vacancy_Details_for_SPU_Project_Staff_Recruitment\" >Vacancy Details for SPU Project Staff Recruitment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/spu-project-staff-recruitment-2026\/#Eligibility_Criteria_for_SPU_Project_Staff_Recruitment\" >Eligibility Criteria for SPU Project Staff Recruitment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/spu-project-staff-recruitment-2026\/#Educational_Qualification_for_SPU_Project_Staff_Recruitment\" >Educational Qualification for SPU Project Staff Recruitment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/spu-project-staff-recruitment-2026\/#Age_Limit_for_SPU_Project_Staff_Recruitment\" >Age Limit for SPU Project Staff Recruitment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/spu-project-staff-recruitment-2026\/#Application_Fees_for_SPU_Project_Staff_Recruitment\" >Application Fees for SPU Project Staff Recruitment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/spu-project-staff-recruitment-2026\/#Selection_Process_for_SPU_Project_Staff_Recruitment\" >Selection Process for SPU Project Staff Recruitment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/spu-project-staff-recruitment-2026\/#How_to_Apply_for_SPU_Project_Staff_Recruitment\" >How to Apply for SPU Project Staff Recruitment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/spu-project-staff-recruitment-2026\/#Important_Links_for_SPU_Project_Staff_Recruitment\" >Important Links for SPU Project Staff Recruitment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/spu-project-staff-recruitment-2026\/#Important_Dates_for_SPU_Project_Staff_Recruitment\" >Important Dates for SPU Project Staff Recruitment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/spu-project-staff-recruitment-2026\/#Key_Takeaways\" >Key Takeaways<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.juniortest.com\/update\/spu-project-staff-recruitment-2026\/#Final_Thoughts_on_SPU_Project_Staff_Recruitment\" >Final Thoughts on SPU Project Staff Recruitment<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>SPU Project Staff Recruitment 2026 : Sardar Patel University (SPU), Vallabh Vidyanagar, Gujarat has released &#8230; 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