Research Associate | HPNLU Shimla | Salary ₹50,000 per month | Apply by 3rd Feb 2026

Research Associate | HPNLU Shimla | Salary ₹50,000 per month | Apply by 3rd Feb 2026

HPNLU Shimla Recruitment Notification: Research Associates of Law (Contractual)

Himachal Pradesh National Law University (HPNLU), Shimla has released an official advertisement inviting online applications for the post of Research Associates of Law. This opportunity is purely contractual, designed to engage qualified law professionals and academicians in academic and research activities at the University.

Position Details:

• Post Name: Research Associate of Law
• Number of Posts: 04 (Unreserved)
• Nature of Engagement: Purely contractual, full‑time
• Tenure: Initially for one semester, extendable by the University
• Salary: ₹50,000/- per month (consolidated)
• Application Fee: ₹3,000/- (to be paid online only)

Eligibility Criteria:

• Essential Qualification: Same as prescribed for Assistant Professor under UGC Regulations, 2018.
• Experience & Publications: Applicants must upload valid experience certificates (if applicable) and soft copies of all claimed publications (including cover page, ISSN/ISBN details, author page, etc.).
• Other Conditions:
  • Candidate must not be engaged elsewhere on salary/honorarium basis.
  • Candidate must not be involved in any criminal case involving moral turpitude.
  • Candidate must not be facing disciplinary proceedings before the Bar Council or any authority.

Application Process:

• Mode of Application: Online only via ERP Portal
• No Offline Applications: Applications submitted offline will not be accepted.
• Important Dates:
  • Opening Date: 22 January 2026 (05:00 PM)
  • Closing Date: 03 February 2026 (05:00 PM)
  • Interview Date: 12 February 2026 (Hybrid Mode – link will be shared via email)

General Instructions:

1. Applicants must fill in complete and correct particulars in the online form to avoid rejection.
2. Engagement is contractual and does not confer any right to regular appointment.
3. Selected candidates must join within the period specified in their joining order; extension of joining time will ordinarily not be entertained.
4. One‑month prior notice is required for resignation before contract expiry.
5. Applicants must provide a working mobile number and email ID for communication throughout the selection process.
6. No TA/DA will be admissible for attending the interview.
7. Candidates who applied earlier under Advertisement No. HPNLU-A(7)-11(Advt.)/2022/735 dated 09.07.2025 need not reapply; they may update their application using their ERP credentials.
8. For technical assistance regarding ERP Portal, contact: 9728233316.
9. All disputes will fall under the jurisdiction of the Hon’ble High Court of Himachal Pradesh and District Courts at Shimla.

Important Links:

• Official Website:

• ERP Recruitment Portal:

For More Information:

This is a valuable opportunity for law graduates and academicians aspiring to contribute to legal education and research. Interested candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline and ensure compliance with all eligibility requirements.

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