The Sikkim University Field Investigator vacancy covers 2 posts in a project funded by the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR). The advertisement is dated 27 October 2026 and is on cus.ac.in. Applications go by email and close on 13 November 2026.
The project studies multi-hazard risk and resilience in Sikkim. The Department of Geology needs one Field Investigator, and the Department of Psychology needs one. The project runs till August 2030, and a post-wise breakdown follows. Candidates should check all details in the article below.
Information verified from the official Sikkim University advertisement dated 27 October 2026. Last verified: 28 October 2026.
Sikkim University is recruiting 2 Field Investigators for an ICSSR-funded project, 1 in Geology and 1 in Psychology. The last date to apply is 13 November 2026, by email to vgupta@cus.ac.in with a copy to sjaswal@cus.ac.in. Shortlisted candidates appear for an interview in hybrid mode.
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Quick Summary of Sikkim University Field Investigator 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Sikkim University, Gangtok |
| Project | From Multi-Hazard Risk to Resilience (ICSSR-funded) |
| Principal Investigators | Prof. Vikram Gupta (Geology) and Prof. Snehlata Jaswal (Psychology) |
| Post | Field Investigator |
| Total Vacancy | 2 Posts (1 Geology, 1 Psychology) |
| Monthly Salary | ₹20,000 + HRA at 9% |
| Application Mode | Email, in the prescribed format |
| Eligibility | M.Sc. (Geology/Environmental Science) or M.Sc./M.A. (Psychology), and related fields |
| Selection Process | Interview in hybrid mode |
| Work Area | Fieldwork across Sikkim |
| Last Date | 13 November 2026 |
| Desirable | Knowledge of local/vernacular language(s) |
About the project and Sikkim University
Sikkim University is a central university established by an Act of Parliament of India in 2007. The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) accredited it in 2015. The campus is at 6th Mile, Samdur, Tadong, Gangtok.
The Departments of Geology and Psychology run the project. The partners are Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham in Kollam (Kerala), IIT Roorkee and the Sikkim State Disaster Management Authority (SSDMA) in Gangtok. Its full title is “From Multi-Hazard Risk to Resilience: A Longitudinal Social Science Study on DRR Policy and Planning in Sikkim.” DRR stands for disaster risk reduction. The advertisement says the project aims to encourage young students and researchers to build careers in this field.
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Fieldwork and travel in Sikkim
Both Sikkim University Field Investigator posts work jointly and in close coordination through the project. Their tasks include fieldwork, data collection, documentation and other project activities. The advertisement says the jobs entail extensive travel within Sikkim.
The interview runs in hybrid mode, so candidates living outside Sikkim can attend online. Candidates who track other local vacancies can follow the latest Sikkim jobs.
Fieldwork in Sikkim’s hill terrain can mean long road trips and changing weather. Knowledge of a local language, such as Nepali, can help in field conversations. The application form carries a separate field on Nepali language knowledge. This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.
Important dates
The advertisement gives 15 days from publication to apply for the Sikkim University Field Investigator posts. That window ends on 13 November 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement dated | 27 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 13 November 2026 |
| Project duration | Till August 2030 |
Vacancy details and salary
The advertisement lists one Sikkim University Field Investigator post for each of the two departments. Both carry the same monthly salary. HRA means House Rent Allowance.
| Post | Dept | Posts | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Field Investigator | Geology | 1 | ₹20,000 + HRA at 9% |
| Field Investigator | Psychology | 1 | ₹20,000 + HRA at 9% |
| Total | 2 depts | 2 | Same salary |
Eligibility
The advertisement sets one degree for each department and adds “and related fields” to both.
| Department | Required Degree |
|---|---|
| Geology | M.Sc. (Geology/Environmental Science) and related fields |
| Psychology | M.Sc./M.A. (Psychology) and related fields |
Knowledge of local/vernacular language(s) is a desirable qualification. Candidates should be ready for extensive travel within Sikkim, since both Field Investigators handle fieldwork together.
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Selection process
The advertisement describes interview-based selection for the Sikkim University Field Investigator posts. Only shortlisted candidates receive an email from the university. No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview at Sikkim University, Gangtok.
- Candidates email the application in the prescribed format.
- The project shortlists candidates and informs them by email.
- Shortlisted candidates attend the interview in hybrid mode, offline or online.
- The project appointment committee (PAC) takes the final decision on selection.
Appointment terms
- The selected candidate joins immediately after the appointment.
- The first appointment is for three months.
- The university may extend it till the project ends, subject to satisfactory performance.
- The appointment is temporary and ends when the project ends (co-terminus with the project).
How to apply
Applications for the Sikkim University Field Investigator vacancy are accepted by email only, in the prescribed format.
- Candidates download the advertisement from the Important Links table. The application form is attached to it.
- Candidates fill in the form for the post of Field Investigator.
- Candidates add a passport-size photograph, then sign and date the declaration.
- Candidates email the form to vgupta@cus.ac.in with a copy to sjaswal@cus.ac.in before 13 November 2026.
Documents to keep ready
The application form asks for the following.
- Name, date of birth, category (Gen/SC/ST/OBC), marital status, gender and nationality
- Mailing address, permanent address, mobile or phone number with STD code, and email
- Educational qualifications from matriculation: examination, board or university, year of passing, subjects, percentage of marks and division
- National level exam details (NET LS or JRF, GATE or any other), if qualified
- Knowledge of Nepali language
- Professional experience, research experience, and seminars, workshops, conferences or training attended, if any
- A passport-size photograph
- Reasons for fitness for the post and any other relevant information
Important Links
| Details | Link |
|---|---|
| Sikkim University advertisement and application form | Download advertisement and application form PDF |
| Send application (main address) | Email application to vgupta@cus.ac.in |
| Send copy of application | Email copy to sjaswal@cus.ac.in |
| More jobs across India | Latest jobs across India |
Should you apply?
The Sikkim University Field Investigator posts suit recent postgraduates in Geology, Environmental Science or Psychology who want fieldwork experience in disaster risk research. The advertisement says the project wants to encourage young researchers into this field.
With only 2 posts, one per department, competition for each post stays tight. Candidates apply for the post in their own subject.
The job is temporary. The first appointment lasts three months, and any extension depends on satisfactory performance. It ends when the project ends. Extensive travel within Sikkim and the unpaid interview trip add to the cost of applying. Candidates who want a permanent post can compare this vacancy with other government job notifications. This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.
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FAQs
What is the last date to apply for the Sikkim University Field Investigator posts?
The last date is 13 November 2026. Candidates must email the application in the prescribed format to vgupta@cus.ac.in with a copy to sjaswal@cus.ac.in.
What is the salary of a Field Investigator in the Sikkim University ICSSR project?
The monthly salary is ₹20,000 plus House Rent Allowance (HRA) at 9%. The advertisement lists the same salary for the Geology post and the Psychology post.
Is the Sikkim University Field Investigator job permanent?
No. The appointment is temporary and ends with the project. It starts for three months and may extend till the project ends, subject to satisfactory performance.
Does a Field Investigator job help a research career in disaster risk reduction?
The Sikkim University Field Investigator job gives fieldwork, data collection and documentation experience in a multi-hazard study. That experience suits candidates planning research careers in this area. This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.
Written and verified by
Sandeep Khati
Founder and Editor, India Job Alerts
B.Tech in Computer Science from Jalpaiguri Government Engineering College (2010). Former Systems Engineer at TCS and in digital publishing since 2011. He started India Job Alerts in April 2025 to publish verified government and PSU job notifications for West Bengal, Sikkim and the rest of India. Every post is checked against the official notification before it goes live. Also writes about the Darjeeling hills at SearchDarjeeling.