About This Job

National Law University, Jodhpur (NLU Jodhpur) — Centre for Research in Land & Housing: Law, Policy and Governance, as the Regional Centre for the Western Region under the national initiative of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA), Government of India has announced 1 vacancies under Research Associate (MoHUA-sponsored project) — National Law University, Jodhpur Recruitment 2026 — 1 Post (Not in notification — the call carries no advertisement/notification number on the official page). Candidates with Master's degree (LL.M. or equivalent) in Law, OR Master's degree in Urban/Regional Planning, Public Policy, Public Administration, Economics or an allied discipline, with a minimum of 55% marks (or an equivalent grade) from a recognised University. Desirable: research experience in real estate regulation (RERA), land laws and land records, tenancy and rent control, urban planning and building regulation, housing policy or urban governance; publications in UGC-CARE listed / Scopus-indexed journals, or policy reports in the field; proficiency with legal databases (SCC Online, Manupatra, etc.) and working knowledge of data analysis or legal-tech tools; fluency in English and Hindi, written and spoken, for fieldwork and outreach in Rajasthan. Mere possession of the minimum qualifications does not entitle a candidate to be called for interview; preference to candidates with demonstrated research experience and publications in land, housing and real estate law or allied fields. can apply. The pay scale is Rs. 35,000 per month, consolidated; no other allowance shall be payable. No HRA, medical, pension or retirement benefits. Travel undertaken for project fieldwork reimbursed as per University norms and project provisions. and the application fee is Not in notification (no fee stated; application by email only). Interested candidates can check the official notification before 16 Nov 2026 through the official website.

NLU Jodhpur invites applications for 1 contractual, full-time Research Associate under a MoHUA-sponsored research project on land and housing law, policy and governance (legal mapping of land titling, tenancy reform, RERA compliance, building bye-laws, stamp duty and urban planning, in support of PMAY-U 2.0 and Viksit Bharat @2047). The work covers doctrinal and empirical research, drafting model laws and bye-laws, stakeholder consultations, capacity-building workshops and maintaining a legal repository with a legal-tech prototype.

Research Associate (MoHUA-sponsored project) — National Law University, Jodhpur Recruitment 2026 — 1 Post - Overview

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🏆Selection Process — Step by Step

1. Applications scrutinised by a Screening-cum-Selection Committee constituted by the competent authority; only shortlisted candidates called for interview, the date and mode (physical/online) communicated by email. No TA/DA admissible for appearing in the interview. Candidates employed elsewhere must produce a No Objection Certificate from their employer at the time of joining. The University reserves the right to shortlist candidates, modify the number of posts, keep any post vacant, or cancel the Call for Applications without assigning any reason.

Each stage is qualifying — you must clear one stage to reach the next. Final merit is prepared as per the rules in the official notification.

How to Apply

1. 1) Prepare a single PDF comprising (i) a detailed Curriculum Vitae, (ii) a Statement of Purpose of not more than 500 words setting out interest in and suitability for the position, (iii) self-attested copies of mark sheets and degree certificates, (iv) a list of publications, if any, with links or copies of up to two representative works. 2) Email it to recruitment@nlujodhpur.ac.in with CC to crlh@nlujodhpur.ac.in, subject "Application for the Post of Research Associate – Centre for Research in Land & Housing", on or before 16 Nov
2. 3) Incomplete applications, or applications received after the last date, shall not be considered.

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📝Exam Pattern & Syllabus

Exact marks distribution, number of questions, negative marking and detailed syllabus are given in the official notification PDF — download it from Important Links above.

📄Documents Required

• Recent passport-size photograph — as per the size and format specified in the notification
• Scanned signature — clear signature on white paper, scanned as specified
• Educational certificates & mark sheets (Master's degree (LL.M. or equivalent) in Law, OR Master's degree in Urban/Regional Planning, Public Policy, Public Administration, Economics or an allied discipline, with a minimum of 55% marks (or an equivalent grade) from a recognised University. Desirable: research experience in real estate regulation (RERA), land laws and land records, tenancy and rent control, urban planning and building regulation, housing policy or urban governance; publications in UGC-CARE listed / Scopus-indexed journals, or policy reports in the field; proficiency with legal databases (SCC Online, Manupatra, etc.) and working knowledge of data analysis or legal-tech tools; fluency in English and Hindi, written and spoken, for fieldwork and outreach in Rajasthan. Mere possession of the minimum qualifications does not entitle a candidate to be called for interview; preference to candidates with demonstrated research experience and publications in land, housing and real estate law or allied fields.) — proof of your qualification
• Valid photo ID proof — Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / PAN Card / Driving Licence
• Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) — only if you are claiming age or fee relaxation
• Domicile / residence certificate — if the notification requires it
• Experience certificate — only if the post requires prior experience
• Disability certificate (PwD) — only if applicable

Keep scanned copies ready in the prescribed size and format before starting the online application. Mismatched or missing documents lead to rejection.

❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

🏆How to Check Result

1. Visit the official website: https://www.nlujodhpur.ac.in (link in Important Links above).
2. Look for the Results / Career section on the homepage.
3. Find the result link for Research Associate (MoHUA-sponsored project) — National Law University, Jodhpur Recruitment 2026 — 1 Post.
4. Enter your roll number / registration number and date of birth.
5. Download and save the scorecard / merit list PDF for future reference.

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