ICSSR invites Online applications for the recruitment of 35 Assistant Director (Research), Research Assistant, and Lower Division Clerk (LDC) Posts. This online facility will be available in the Official website @ https://icssr.org/ from 04.01.2024 to 05.02.2024. Before applying for the recruitment, candidates must carefully read the ICSSR LDC 2024 notification and ensure their eligibility.
A new notification for the year 2024 has been released by the ICSSR, offering 35 openings. From January 4, 2024, until February 5, 2024, qualified individuals may submit their ICSSR Recruitment 2024 applications.
| Organization | Indian Council of Social Science Research |
| Post Name | Lower Division Clerk/Research Assistant/Assistant Director |
| Qualification | Master’s Degree |
| Vacancies | 35 |
| Starts on | 04 January 2024 |
| Last Date | 5 February 2024 |
| Salary | Rs. 19900 – 1,77,500/- |
Vacancy 2024
A recent announcement from the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) details 35 positions for the year 2024. There are three positions in different departments.
Only the Lower Division Clerk/Research Assistant position (number 02) is open to new hires out of the 03 positions.
- Lower Division Clerk: 13 posts (UR-7, SC-2, OBC-2, ST-1, EWS-1)
- Research Assistant: 14 posts (UR-8, SC-1, OBC-3, ST-1, EWS-1)
- Assistant Director (Research): 8 posts (UR-5, SC-1 & OBC-2)
Eligibility Criteria 2024
The eligibility criteria for ICSSR Recruitment 2024 vary based on the specific positions, ensuring a comprehensive and inclusive selection process. Here is a general overview of the eligibility criteria for key positions
Educational Qualification
- Lower Division Clerk:
- Advanced Secondary or Associated
- 30 words per minute should be the minimum typing speed.
- Research Assistant:
- M.A. in any social science field with a minimum of 50% of the possible points.
- Assistant Director (Research):
- A master’s degree with a high second class from an accredited university in any field of social science, or a comparable degree.
- A minimum of three years’ worth of experience in social science research, teaching, or research administration at a reputable institution.
- It is preferable to be computer literate.
Age Limit
- Applicants are advised to carefully read the detailed recruitment notification on the official ICSSR website for specific eligibility criteria related to each position.
- Lower Division Clerk: 18 – 28 years
- Research Assistant: 18 – 28 years
- Assistant Director (Research): Maximum 40 years
Important Date
- Apply Start Date: 04/01/2024
- Apply Last Date: 05/01/2024
Application Fee
The candidates have to pay the examination fee online in favour of ICSSR, New Delhi, through NEFT/RTGS on A/c No. 8474101050001, IFSC Code: CNRB0008474, the post-wise examination fee payable is as under:
| Post Name | UR / OBC | SC / ST | PWD / Female / EWS |
|---|---|---|---|
| LDC | Rs. 800/- | Rs. 400/- | Nil |
| Research Assistant | Rs. 1000/- | Rs. 500/- | Nil |
| Assistant Director | Rs. 1500/- | Rs. 750/- | Nil |
Selection Process
Candidates will be shortlisted based on their performance in computer-based tests and written examinations. The decision of ICSSR about the mode of selection to the above posts and eligibility conditions of the applicants for interview shall be final and binding. No correspondence will be entertained in this regard.
Written Exam Pattern
Lower Division Clerk:
Paper 1 (Objective Type)
| Subject Name | No. of Question | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence | 25 | 50 | “ |
| English Language | 25 | 50 | “ |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | “ |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 | “ |
| Total | 100 | 200 | 1 Hour |
Paper 2 (Descriptive Type): 30 Minutes
| Essay Writing | 100 Marks |
Research Assistant:
Paper 1 (Objective Type)
| Part A | No. of Question | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General English | 25 | 50 | “ |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 | “ |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | “ |
| General Intelligence | 25 | 50 | “ |
| Part B | 25 | 50 | “ |
| Total | 125 | 250 | 1.5 Hour |
Paper 2 (Descriptive Type): 1.5 Hours
| Descriptive & Language Proficiency test | 100 Marks |
Assistant Director:
Paper 1 (Objective Type)
| Part A | No. of Question | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 | “ |
| Numerical Ability | 25 | 50 | “ |
| Reasoning Ability | 25 | 50 | “ |
| English Language & Comprehension | 25 | 50 | “ |
| Part B | 25 | 50 | “ |
| Total | 125 | 250 | 1.5 Hour |
Paper 2 (Descriptive Type)
| Subject Name | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| English Language and Comprehension, Essay Writing | 50 | “ |
| Letter Writing | 25 | “ |
| Expansion of Ideas in the English Language | 25 | “ |
| Total | 100 | 1.5 Hours |
Interview: 100 Marks
Important Documents List
- Scanned copy of a recent passport-size color photograph
- Scanned signature
- Educational Qualification
- Valid Identity Proof
- Domicile Certificate, if applicable
- Caste/ Non Creamy Layer/ EWS Certificate, if applicable
- Certificate of Disability, if applicable
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