Jadavpur University invites offline applications for 3 Project Fellow positions in the Shabdakalpa project until 16 November 2026. Candidates must hold a Master's degree with at least 55% marks, with specific posts requiring expertise in Humanities, Computing, or Sanskrit. The fellowship offers a consolidated monthly salary of ₹20,000 and requires Bengali language proficiency and computer skills.
| Post or Discipline | Vacancies | Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Project Fellow (Humanities, Computer Science, Computer Applications, Information Technology or other disciplines) | 2 | Rs.20,000/- per month consolidated |
| Project Fellow (Sanskrit) | 1 | Rs.20,000/- per month consolidated |
Jadavpur University has 3 Project Fellow posts in Shabdakalpa, a project to create a historical dictionary of the Bengali language. Two posts are open to Master's degree holders with minimum 55% marks, and one is reserved for a Master's degree in Sanskrit. Every candidate also needs computer experience in text-related projects, first-language command of Bengali and skill on the Avro keyboard. Forms are submitted in person-facing paper format at the School of Cultural Texts and Records, and the post pays Rs.20,000/- per month consolidated.
The official notification does not specify the age limit or the application fee.
Shabdakalpa is being executed by the School of Cultural Texts and Records, Jadavpur University. Its Project Co-ordinator is Professor Sukanta Chaudhuri, Professor Emeritus, Jadavpur University.
Check the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of each post.
Yes, for the two general posts. Holders of a Master's degree in other disciplines may be considered if found suitable in other respects, but the 55% minimum still applies.
The third post requires a Master's degree in Sanskrit with minimum 55% marks.
Candidates need experience of computer operation in projects involving textual computing, computational linguistics, natural language processing or another relevant field.
The notice requires skill in operating the Bengali keyboard with Avro software.
No. The notice says no notice will be sent individually to candidates, so the website announcement is the only intimation.
Forms are available at the university Information Office.
Yes. Because funding depends on voluntary donors, an appointment may have to be terminated before the year is complete.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Reference number | JUSCTR/ SK/26-27/R2 |
| Post | Project Fellow |
| Total vacancies | 3 |
| Project | Shabdakalpa |
| How to apply | Offline, by submitting the form at the School's office |
| Last date | 16.11.2026 |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice dated | 30.10.2026 |
| Last date for submission of forms | 16.11.2026 |
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| Official notification | JU Project Fellow notification (PDF) |
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The last date to submit offline applications is 16 November 2026.
Candidates must have a Master's degree with minimum 55% marks; two posts prefer Humanities or Computing disciplines, and one post requires a Master's in Sanskrit.
No application fee is specified in the official notification.
Candidates must collect the application form from the university Information Office and submit the completed form in person at the School of Cultural Texts and Records, JU Main Campus.
Yes, appointments depend on voluntary funding and may be terminated before one year.
Always verify details on the official notification before applying.
