Applications are invited from interested and eligible candidates for the following Positions. Interested Eligible candidates fulfilling the criteria may submit their applications in the prescribed format along with the detailed CV / As per the Norms.

🏢 NAME OF THE INSTITUTION

CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF HARYANA

🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION

The Central University of Haryana, established by an Act of Parliament, is a prominent institution dedicated to providing quality higher education and fostering research in various disciplines. The university is committed to academic excellence and innovation, contributing significantly to the educational landscape of Haryana and beyond.

💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION

• Senior Research Fellow

🎯 Project Details

• Project entitled – “Contemporary Higher Education Haryana: A critical and analytical discourse on NEP 2020”
• Funded by – Haryana State Research Fund (HSRF)
• Tenure – Initially for a period of one year, extendable by an additional one year based on the satisfactory performance of the candidate and the progress of the project.

🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT

Essential Qualifications: Candidates must have a strong academic record in Mass Communication, Education, or any other relevant social science discipline. Research/work experience in Journalism & Mass Communication, Education, Social Science, and other relevant disciplines is required.

Desirable: A PhD or equivalent research credentials are desirable. Candidates who have cleared the National Eligibility Test (UGC NET/JRF/UGC SRF) in Journalism and Mass Communication, Education, or any other relevant social science discipline are preferred. Experience with quantitative and qualitative analysis software such as SPSS, NVivo, R software, and other related tools is advantageous. The candidate should have a command of the language and a quality publications record, along with hands-on experience in research paper, research proposal, and research project writing. Experience in work related to higher education and the National Education Policy is also desirable.

The details of the required qualifications & experience along with other relevant information are available on the Institute Website.

🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹

Rs. 42,000/- Per month

💺 JOB LOCATION

Central University of Haryana, Haryana, India

📝 HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are requested to apply by filling out the following Google Form: Link: https://forms.gle/qhf1zAksQ2N9hamV7 (Please mention your telephone/mobile number, email address, qualification details, research experience, and any other supporting documents in the required format). Applications must be submitted by 19.08.2026. The interview will be conducted online and the information will be shared to shortlisted candidates by separate e mail/telephonic call. 

 IMPORTANT NOTES: 1: Preference will be given to candidates familiar with the local language of Haryana. As the study is time-bound and empirical in nature, the project staff will be required to stay in the study area (Haryana) for data collection during the study period. 2: (i) No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. (ii) The above post is purely temporary for the sanctioned project and duration. (iii) The appointment may be terminated at any time in case of misconduct, unsatisfactory research work or if the fellow is found ineligible at a later stage. (iv) The rules and regulations of Central University of Haryana/ HSRF will be applicable on the selected candidates. (v) The competent authority reserves the right to cancel this advertisement at any stage without providing any reason. 

📅 IMPORTANT DATE

The last date for receiving applications is On or Before 19.08.2026

📫 CONTACT INFORMATION

📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION

Central University of Haryana, Jant-Pali, Mahendergarh, Haryana-123031, India

📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE

Central University of Haryana invites applications from eligible candidates for the Senior Research Fellow position under the project entitled “Contemporary Higher Education Haryana: A critical and analytical discourse on NEP 2020”.

Senior Research Fellow Recruitment: View Official Notification

Reference: https://file.cuh.ac.in/recruitment/advt_no_6a6c2fad5002b.pdf

In conclusion, the Central University of Haryana offers a promising opportunity for a Senior Research Fellow to contribute to a significant project on higher education and the National Education Policy 2020. This role is ideal for candidates with a strong academic background and research experience in relevant disciplines.