Madras University Research Associate & More Recruitment 2026 — 5 Posts, Walk-in 07 Aug (Tamil Nadu)

University of Madras (UNOM), Chennai, has released Research Associate, Research Assistant & Field Investigator Recruitment 2026 for 5 posts under a Political Science research project, on a contractual basis. This Tamil Nadu govt jobs 2026 opening offers research roles for postgraduates in social science disciplines. Selected candidates will support a Political Science research project at the University of Madras, Chennai. The selection process for Madras University 2026 consists of a Walk-in Interview only. Salary ranges from ₹20,000 per month for Field Investigator up to ₹47,000 per month for Research Associate. The Madras University 2026 walk-in interview will be held on 07 August 2026 at the University of Madras, Chennai. There is no application fee for this recruitment. Candidates must read the complete official notification PDF and carry all original documents before attending the walk-in interview.

• Research Associate (1 post): Postgraduate in a Social Science discipline or relevant field (minimum 55%) of the proposed project, with NET/M.Phil./Ph.D. and 2 years' experience or at least 2 published research papers in the relevant field
• Research Assistant (1 post): Postgraduate in Social Science discipline or relevant field (minimum 55%)
• Field Investigator (3 posts): Postgraduate in Social Science discipline or relevant field (minimum 55%)

• Research Associate: Below 45 years
• Research Assistant: Below 40 years

• Research Associate: Postgraduate in Social Science or relevant field (55%) with NET/M.Phil./Ph.D. and 2 years' experience or 2 research papers, below 45 years
• Research Assistant: Postgraduate in Social Science or relevant field (55%), below 40 years
• Field Investigator: Postgraduate in Social Science or relevant field (55%)
• Contractual, project-based appointment

No application fee

• Research Associate: ₹47,000 per month
• Research Assistant: ₹37,000 per month
• Field Investigator: ₹20,000 per month

1. Read the official Madras University notification PDF carefully before attending the interview
2. Report at the venue as per the reporting time mentioned in the notification
3. Carry all original documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies — ID proof, educational certificates, experience certificates, and category certificate if applicable
4. Bring the duly filled application form if required in the notification
5. Verify eligibility criteria before attending the interview
6. Reach the venue well in advance to complete registration formalities
7. Keep extra passport-size photographs ready for submission
8. Attend the walk-in interview on 07 August 2026