Research Assistant at HNLU, DPIIT–IPR Chair — Eligibility, Pay, and How to Apply

Table of Contents

• Role snapshot
• Eligibility
• Responsibilities
• How to apply
• Official notification and form

Hidayatullah National Law University (HNLU), Raipur is inviting applications for two contractual Research Assistant positions under the DPIIT–IPR Chair (SPRIHA scheme). Applications must be emailed to the Registrar by 10 September 2025.

Role snapshot

• Post: Research Assistant (DPIIT–IPR Chair)
• Vacancies: 02
• Remuneration (consolidated per month):
• Ph.D. in Law: ₹67,000
• LL.M.: ₹57,000
• LL.B.: ₹47,000
• Contract: Initially 1 year; renewable based on performance and project requirements
• Last date to apply: 10.09.2025 (by 5:00 PM, as per listings)

Eligibility

• Essential qualification: Ph.D. in Law; OR Master’s in Law (LL.M.); OR B.A., LL.B./LL.B. (or equivalent) with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade from a recognized Indian/foreign university.
• Skills:
• Strong grasp of contemporary national/international IPR research trends; ability to conceptualize and organize academic programs (workshops, capacity building, conferences, brainstorming sessions).
• Fluency in English and proficiency with MS Office, AI tools for research support, and plagiarism software.
• Desirable: Teaching/research experience in reputed institutions; relevant publications; excellent interpersonal/team skills; capacity to innovate and improve research, training, and extension activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide research assistance and conduct IPR research in assigned legal domains.
• Plan, execute, and report IPR research in collaboration with universities, government departments, industry bodies, and judiciary in India and abroad.
• Participate in planning and development of research, training, and extension programs under the DPIIT–IPR Chair.
• Handle related administrative/coordination tasks for the Centre for Innovation & IP Laws (CIIPL) at HNLU.

How to apply

• Send the filled application form (as per annexure in the advertisement) along with supporting documents to: registrar@hnlu.ac.in with the subject line “Application for Research Assistant – DPIIT-IPR Chair”.
• Deadline: 10 September 2025; shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further process.

Official notification and form

• Recruitment advertisement and application format are available on HNLU’s website (Vacancies section) and in the direct PDF issued on 25 August 2025.
• https://hnlu.ac.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Recruitment-Advertisement-with-Application-Form.pdf

This engagement under the DPIIT–IPR Chair offers structured research roles with competitive consolidated pay for LL.B./LL.M./Ph.D. holders, and a pathway to contribute to national IPR pedagogy, policy, and outreach. Early submission is advised given the fixed deadline and limited positions.