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The Chanakya National Law University (CNLU), Patna, through its dedicated Office of the Chair Professor, Panchayati Raj (OCPPR), has announced a call for applications for the position of Research Associate (R.A.). This is a full-time, contractual position focused on academic research and publications related to the constitutional and functional aspects of India’s Panchayati Raj system, sponsored by the Department of Panchayati Raj, Government of Bihar.
Position Details and Compensation: Panchayati Raj Chair Research Associate
The Research Associate role combines academic research with scholarly publications, focusing on the specialized area of local governance in Bihar.
| Feature | Detail |
| Name of the Post | Research Associate (R.A.) |
| No. of Post | 01 (One) |
| Nature of Job | Contractual and purely temporary |
| Location | Office of the Chair Professor, Panchayati Raj, CNLU, Patna |
| Emoluments | ₹ 30,000/- per month (Consolidated) |
Note: The continuance of the post is subject to the financial support of the Panchayati Raj Department, Government of Bihar. The appointee will have no claim for a permanent post in the future.
Eligibility and Educational Background
Candidates must possess the requisite educational qualifications and a strong background in constitutional and legal studies relevant to the Panchayati Raj system.
| Requirement Category | Specific Criteria |
| Educational Background | Master’s degree in Law/Political Science/Public Administration/History/Sociology with at least 55% marks. |
| Knowledge | Adequate knowledge of the Constitution of India is essential. |
| Preference | Should preferably have a Ph.D./NET/JRF/SLET in the relevant subject area. |
Application Process and Important Deadline
Interested candidates must submit their applications digitally via a Google Form link provided by the OCPPR.
| Action Item | Date / Link |
| Notification Date | December 6, 2025 (Advt. No.: CNLU/CPPR/2025-05) |
| Application Submission Deadline | 14th December, 2025 |
| Online Application Link | https://forms.gle/akoVYqcU1gpc6dyz5 |
The selection process is based purely on the candidate’s previous record and performance in the interview. The date of the Online Interview will be communicated only to the shortlisted candidates via their registered email address.
