BITS Pilani Recruitment 2025 - Apply Offline for 03 Research Assistant, Field Assistants Posts

Birla Institute of Technology And Science Pilani (BITS Pilani) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 03 Research Assistant, Field Assistants Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official BITS Pilani website. The last date to submit the application form is 10-12-2025. In this article, you’ll find the BITS Pilani Research Assistant, Field Assistants Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Offline application form.

BITS Pilani Goa Campus Research Assistant (RA) and Field Assistant 2025 – Important Details

BITS Pilani Goa Campus Research Assistant (RA) and Field Assistant 2025 Vacancy Details

The total number of vacancies for BITS Pilani Goa Campus Research Assistant (RA) and Field Assistant Recruitment 2025 is 3 posts.

Note: Category-wise vacancy distribution is not specified in the advertisement.

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria for BITS Pilani Goa Campus Research Assistant (RA) and Field Assistant 2025

1. Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess the following qualifications to apply for BITS Pilani Goa Campus Research Assistant and Field Assistant positions:

• Research Assistant: Master’s degree in any Social Science discipline (Sociology, Social Work, Anthropology, Human Geography, Economics, Development Studies, Public Administration) with 55% marks.
• Field Assistants: Master’s degree in any Social Science discipline (Sociology, Social Work, Anthropology, Human Geography, Economics, Development Studies, Public Administration) with 55% marks.
• Research Assistant must have at least one year of experience in conducting research.
• Research Assistant must possess a valid driving license (motorbike/car).
• A PhD, MPhil, or MRes in social science disciplines will be preferred for the Research Assistant position.

2. Desirable Skills/Additional Qualification

• Research experience including proficiency in scientific writing.
• Experience in quantitative and qualitative data analysis.
• Fieldwork experience in rural areas in Goa.
• Fluency in spoken Konkani.
• Proficiency in written English.
• Social background or membership in the Tribal Communities in Goa.

Salary/Stipend

• Research Assistant: Rs. 30,000 – 35,000 per month (consolidated).
• Field Assistants: Rs. 20,000 – 25,000 per month (consolidated).
• Fieldwork expenses will be reimbursed separately.
• The posts are purely temporary and co-terminus with the project.

Selection Process for BITS Pilani Goa Campus Research Assistant (RA) and Field Assistant 2025

Candidates will be selected based on the following process:

• Shortlisting of applications based on eligibility and experience.
• Online interview for shortlisted candidates at BITS Pilani, Goa Campus.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email to participate in the online interview.
• The selected candidate is expected to join before January 2026.

How to Apply for BITS Pilani Goa Campus Research Assistant (RA) and Field Assistant Recruitment 2025?

Eligible candidates can apply online for BITS Pilani Goa Campus Research Assistant (RA) and Field Assistant 2025 by following these steps:

1. Prepare an application mentioning your interest in the advertised post.
2. Prepare a detailed curriculum vitae (CV) with complete details of research experience.
3. Combine the application and CV into a single PDF file.
4. Send the PDF file via email to the Principal Investigator at [email protected].
5. Ensure that the email with application and CV reaches on or before 10 December 2025.
6. Wait for email communication if you are shortlisted for the online interview.

Important Dates for BITS Pilani Goa Campus Research Assistant (RA) and Field Assistant 2025

Instructions

• The positions are under a Tribal Research Institute (TRI), Government of Goa funded project titled “Educational schemes for the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population of Goa”.
• The project is hosted in the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences at BITS Pilani, K. K. Birla Goa Campus.
• Broad research area: Educational Scholarships and Tribal Communities in Goa.
• Overall project duration is 10 months and may be extended for another 2–4 months depending on availability of funds.
• Research Assistant position duration is 11 months.
• Field Assistants positions duration is 5–6 months.
• Fieldwork expenses will be reimbursed as per project norms.
• All interviews will be conducted online.

BITS Pilani Goa Campus Research Assistant (RA) and Field Assistant 2025 – Important Links

BITS Pilani Goa Campus Research Assistant (RA) and Field Assistant Recruitment 2025 - FAQs

1. What is the last date to apply for BITS Pilani Goa Campus Research Assistant (RA) and Field Assistant 2025?

Ans: The last date to submit application and CV by email is 10 December 2025.

2. How many vacancies are available in BITS Pilani Goa Campus Research Assistant (RA) and Field Assistant 2025?

Ans: There are a total of 3 vacancies (01 Research Assistant and 02 Field Assistants).

3. What is the educational qualification required for the Research Assistant post?

Ans: Master’s degree in any Social Science discipline with 55% marks, at least one year of research experience, and a valid driving license; PhD/MPhil/MRes in social sciences is preferred.

4. What is the salary for BITS Pilani Goa Campus Research Assistant (RA) and Field Assistant 2025?

Ans: Research Assistant: Rs. 30,000 – 35,000 per month (consolidated); Field Assistants: Rs. 20,000 – 25,000 per month (consolidated).

5. What is the duration of the Research Assistant position?

Ans: The duration of the Research Assistant position is 11 months.