The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has invited applications from eligible young professionals for empanelment as Junior Research Consultants on a contractual basis. The opportunity is aimed at candidates with strong research aptitude and practical exposure to human rights-related issues.
About the Organisation
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is a statutory public body established for the protection and promotion of human rights in India. The Commission undertakes activities relating to human rights monitoring, policy recommendations, awareness initiatives, complaint redressal, and research concerning issues affecting constitutional and human rights protections.
The Commission regularly engages with matters involving civil liberties, social justice, governance, vulnerable communities, custodial justice, and policy reform while coordinating with governmental and non-governmental stakeholders.
About the Opportunity
NHRC is inviting applications for empanelment as Junior Research Consultants on a contractual basis. The role is intended for young professionals possessing sound research aptitude and practical understanding of human rights issues.
Selected candidates may be involved in research-oriented assignments connected with human rights law, policy analysis, governance issues, social justice concerns, institutional studies, and related thematic areas. The role is expected to provide practical exposure to research work within a national statutory institution dealing with public policy and human rights matters.
The engagement shall be governed by the terms and conditions prescribed under the Commission’s procedure and guidelines for engagement of Junior Research Consultants issued by NHRC. Candidates are advised to carefully review the detailed guidelines available on the official NHRC website before applying.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates possessing an LL.B. degree or a postgraduate qualification in Social Sciences such as Political Science, Sociology, International Relations, Social Work, Human Rights, Developmental Communications, or related disciplines from a recognised university are eligible to apply.
Applicants must have secured a minimum of 60% marks in the qualifying examination. In cases involving a large number of applications, the Commission may restrict consideration to candidates possessing higher academic scores, desirable qualifications, and relevant experience.
Mode
This is a contractual research engagement with the National Human Rights Commission.
Location
This opportunity is based at the National Human Rights Commission, New Delhi.
Important Date / Deadline
The last date to submit applications for this opportunity is June 9, 2026.
Application Process
Applications must be submitted online through the official NHRC recruitment portal provided below. Applications submitted after the deadline or through any other mode will not be entertained.
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NHRC Junior Research Consultant Application Portal
Applicants are also advised to review the official guidelines relating to the engagement process available on the NHRC website before applying.
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