AIIMS Delhi Recruitment 2026 | RA, FI Posts Apply Online

Recruitment Overview

The Department of Psychiatry at All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi, has released a notification for the recruitment of Research Assistant (RA) and Field Investigator (FI) positions. These posts are for an ICSSR-funded project titled "Stillbirth and Grief-Healing Practices among the Lanjia Saura, Paudi Bhuiya, Kutia Kondh, Hill Pahariya, Didayi, and Kharia Tribes of Odisha: An Embedded Mixed-Methods Study to Identify PVTG Women at Risk of Mental Illness".

Candidates with the required educational qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, or Anthropology, and fluency in Odiya language, are invited to apply. The application process is online via a Google Form, and the last date to submit applications is 7th September 2026.

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Vacancy Details

A total of 4 vacancies have been announced for these project-based positions. The distribution of posts is as follows:

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet specific educational qualifications and age limits for each post. Fluency in Odiya language is essential for both positions.

Educational Qualification

• Research Assistant (RA):
  • Post Graduation in Psychology/Social Work/Sociology/Anthropology with a minimum of 55% marks.
  • Preference will be given to candidates with NET/MPhil/PhD qualifications.
• Field Investigator (FI):
  • Graduation in Psychology/Social Work/Sociology/Anthropology with a minimum of 55% marks.
  • Preference will be given to candidates with a four-year graduation program.
• Essential for both posts: Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking in Odiya language.

Age Limit

The age limit for applicants will be calculated as on 15th September 2026:

• Research Assistant (RA): Not more than 32 years.
• Field Investigator (FI): Not more than 28 years.

Salary Details

Selected candidates will receive a fixed monthly salary for the duration of the project:

• Research Assistant (RA): Rs. 37,000/- per month.
• Field Investigator (FI): Rs. 20,000/- per month.

The initial duration of the project is 6 months, with a possibility of extension based on performance.

Selection Process

The selection process for these posts will involve the following stages:

1. Application Scrutiny: Candidates will fill an online Google Form.
2. Shortlisting: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
3. Interview: Interviews will be conducted for shortlisted candidates.

Please note that no Travel Allowance (TA) or Dearness Allowance (DA) will be provided to candidates for attending the interview.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates must apply online by filling out a Google Form. The steps to apply are:

1. Read the official notification carefully to understand all eligibility criteria and instructions.
2. Fill the Google Form as instructed in the official notification. The link to the Google Form is not provided in the PDF, but candidates are required to fill it.
3. Ensure all required details are accurately entered in the form.
4. Submit the Google Form on or before 7th September 2026.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview via email.

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FAQs

• What are the posts available in AIIMS Delhi Recruitment 2026?
  There are posts for Research Assistant (RA) and Field Investigator (FI).
• How many vacancies are there in total?
  There are a total of 4 vacancies: 2 for Research Assistant and 2 for Field Investigator.
• What is the last date to apply for these positions?
  The last date to apply online is 7th September 2026.
• What is the required qualification for Research Assistant?
  Candidates need a Post Graduation in Psychology/Social Work/Sociology/Anthropology with at least 55% marks. Fluency in Odiya language is also essential.
• What is the age limit for Field Investigator?
  The age limit for Field Investigator is not more than 28 years as on 15th September 2026.
• How will candidates be selected?
  Candidates will be shortlisted based on their applications and then called for an interview.
• Is there any application fee?
  The official notification does not specify any application fee.
• Will I get TA/DA for the interview?
  No, TA/DA will not be provided to attend the interview.