IIFT Research Associate Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Overview

Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, Kolkata has published a recruitment notification for Research Associate — 1 posts in total. Applications (online) are accepted until 01 Dec 2026. Pay: Consolidated: Year 1 Rs. 45,000/- P.M, Year 2 Rs. 50,000/- P.M, Year 3 Rs. 55,000/- P.M. Place of posting: Mumbai. Minimum qualification: Graduate; age limit: 40 Years.

Organisation	Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, Kolkata
Post Name	Research Associate
Subject Area of Engagement	International Trade & Economics, International Shipping, Maritime Law & Policies, Sectoral Trade Agreements, International Relations
Vacancies	01 (One)
Tenure	03 Years (subject to annual review and extension of agreement)
Pay	Consolidated: Year 1 Rs. 45,000/- P.M, Year 2 Rs. 50,000/- P.M, Year 3 Rs. 55,000/- P.M
Age Limit	40 Years
Job Location	Mumbai
Application Mode	Online
Year 1	Rs. 45,000/- P.M
Year 2	Rs. 50,000/- P.M
Year 3	Rs. 55,000/- P.M

Important dates

Last Date to Apply	1/12/2026

Tip: apply 2–3 days before the last date — official portals often slow down near the deadline.

Eligibility

Qualification	Graduate (see post-wise eligibility)
Age limit	40 Years
Job location	Anywhere in India

Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-servicemen applies as per government rules — confirm in the official notification.

Post-wise eligibility

Post	Essential Qualification	Desirable
Research Associate	Master's Degree in Economics/Statistics/ Shipping/Business Administration/International Business/Trade/ Law	1 Year & Above experience in relevant field or Master Degree in Foreign Trade related field, Supply chain and logistics, Maritime Law

How to apply

1Open the official notification and check eligibility, age limit and post-wise vacancies.
2Register on the official portal (iift.ac.in) and fill the online form.
3Pay the fee if applicable.
4Submit before 01 Dec 2026 and keep a copy of the confirmation page.

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Important links

Apply Online	Click here iift.ac.in
Official Notification (PDF)	Click here www.iift.ac.in

Frequently asked questions

What is the last date to apply for IIFT Research Associate Recruitment 2026?+

The last date to apply is 01 Dec 2026. Apply a few days early — official portals often slow down near the deadline.

How many vacancies are there?+

Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, Kolkata has announced 1 Posts. Post-wise and category-wise details are listed above.

What qualification is required?+

Graduate (see post-wise eligibility)

What is the age limit?+

40 Years. Age relaxation for reserved categories applies as per government rules.

What is the application fee?+

See official notification

What is the salary?+

Consolidated: Year 1 Rs. 45,000/- P.M, Year 2 Rs. 50,000/- P.M, Year 3 Rs. 55,000/- P.M

How do I apply?+

Use the official link in the Important Links section (iift.ac.in). Register, fill the form, upload documents, pay the fee if applicable and save the confirmation page.

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