Population Research Centre (PRC), Lucknow Recruitment 2025 job opportunity

Population Research Centre (PRC), Lucknow Recruitment 2025

Population Research Centre (PRC), Lucknow has announced a new job vacancy for the post of Research Investigator, Data Assistant, Research Fellow. This is an excellent career opportunity for job seekers. Check the eligibility, salary details, and vacancy information. Don’t miss this chance—apply now for the latest recruitment!

Last Date: Tue Dec 30 2025

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Population Research Centre Recruitment 2025 – Detailed Notification

The Population Research Centre (PRC), Department of Economics, University of Lucknow, established by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, has released an official recruitment notification for multiple temporary, regular, and contractual posts under different advertisement numbers. Applications are invited from eligible Indian citizens for appointment/selection to various posts in the Population Research Centre, University of Lucknow.

Organization Details

Organization Name: Population Research Centre (PRC), Department of Economics, University of Lucknow

Post Names & Vacancies

Post Name Nature of Post Total Vacancies
Research Investigator Regular 03
Research Investigator Contractual 01
Data Assistant / Computer cum Tabulator Contractual 04
Research Fellow – I Contractual 01
Research Fellow – II Contractual 01

Job Location

  • City: Lucknow
  • State: Uttar Pradesh
  • Country: India
  • Postal Code: 226007
  • Address: Population Research Centre, Department of Economics, University of Lucknow, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh – 226007

Salary / Pay Scale Details

Post Pay / Salary
Research Investigator (Regular) Pay Level-7: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 + admissible allowances
Research Investigator (Contractual) Consolidated fixed pay ₹75,115 per month
Data Assistant / Computer cum Tabulator Consolidated fixed pay ₹42,465 per month
Research Fellow – I Consolidated fixed pay ₹28,000 per month
Research Fellow – II Consolidated fixed pay ₹25,000 per month
Allowances will be admissible as per PRC guidelines wherever applicable.

Important Dates

  • Notification Date: 26 November 2025
  • Last Date to Apply: 30 December 2025

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess at least a Second Class Post Graduate Degree in Demography / Population Studies / Statistics / Economics / Mathematics / Sociology / Social Work / Psychology / Anthropology / Geography or Public Health from a recognized institution or university, as applicable to the post.

Experience Requirements

  • Research Investigator: Minimum 3 years experience in data collection, analysis, and report writing.
  • Research Fellow – I: Minimum 4 years experience after Post Graduation or Ph.D. (relaxable).
  • Research Fellow – II: Minimum 1 year experience after Post Graduation (relaxable).
  • Data Assistant: Experience in data handling using statistical packages such as SPSS, STATA, R, SAS, etc.

Age Limit

  • Minimum Age: 18 / 21 years (post-wise)
  • Maximum Age: 40 years as on the last date of application
  • Age Relaxation: As per Uttar Pradesh State Government rules

Reservation Details

Reservation will be provided for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD candidates as per Uttar Pradesh State Government norms. Candidates must submit valid category certificates along with the application form.

Application Fee

Category Fee Amount
Unreserved / OBC ₹1000
SC / ST ₹700
PwBD No Fee

The application fee must be paid through Demand Draft drawn in favour of Finance Officer, University of Lucknow, payable at Lucknow. No application fee shall be charged for contractual Research Fellow posts.

Selection Process

  • Selection will be carried out as per the orders of the Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, University of Lucknow.
  • Shortlisting followed by Interview.
  • Mere fulfillment of eligibility criteria does not guarantee an interview call.

Application Process

  1. Download and fill the prescribed application form.
  2. Attach self-attested copies of all required documents.
  3. Attach Demand Draft (if applicable).
  4. Send the complete application by Registered Post to:
    Director, Population Research Centre,
    Department of Economics,
    University of Lucknow,
    Lucknow – 226007, Uttar Pradesh
Applications received after the last date or without required documents will be rejected. Government employees must apply through proper channel with NOC.

Helpline & Contact Information

  • Mobile: +91-9415393757
  • Email: drvinodsingheconomics@gmail.com

Other Important Instructions

  • All posts are temporary and linked to PRC scheme continuation.
  • Original documents will be verified at the time of interview.
  • The PRC reserves the right to modify, cancel, or suspend the recruitment process.
  • Any corrigendum or update will be published on the official websites only.

Official Notification Link

https://mohfw.gov.in/sites/default/files/Population%20Researach%20center001.pdf

Official Websites

  • https://mohfw.gov.in
  • https://www.lkouniv.ac.in

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