📋 SSC ER Research Associate Scrutiny Status 2026
Post Code ER13425 – Check Your Eligibility Status Now
📅 Grievance Deadline: 26 July 2026📋 View Official Notice
Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Eastern Region (ER) has officially published the preliminary scrutiny status for the recruitment of Research Associate (Cultural Anthropology) under Phase XIII/2025 Selection Post. The recruitment is for the Anthropological Survey of India, Ministry of Culture, bearing Post Category No. ER13425.
As per the official notice dated 16 July 2026, the commission has scrutinized the applications and uploaded documents of candidates who provisionally qualified in the Computer Based Mode (CBM) examination. A total of 198 candidates have been reviewed in the Annexure provided. The candidates have been categorized as Eligible, Not Eligible, Rejected, or Provisional, along with specific reasons and remarks for each status.
Candidates who have been marked "Not Eligible" or "Rejected" have a limited window to file a grievance. The Commission will accept representations via email until 26 July 2026 (23:00 hours). This post provides the complete breakdown of the vacancy details, eligibility criteria, scrutiny status highlights, and the step-by-step process to file a grievance.
📋 Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Eastern Region |
| Post Name | Research Associate (Cultural Anthropology) |
| Post Code | ER13425 |
| Department | Anthropological Survey of India, Ministry of Culture |
| Selection Phase | Phase-XIII/2025/Selection Post |
| Total Vacancies | 07 (02 UR, 02 OBC, 01 SC, 01 ST, 01 EWS) |
| Pay Level | Level-06, Group-B (Non-Gazetted) |
| Crucial Date for Eligibility | 01 August 2025 |
| Candidates Scrutinized | 198 |
| Grievance Deadline | 26 July 2026 (23:00 hours) |
| Official Portal | https://www.sscer.org |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Original Advertisement Release Date | 02 June 2025 |
| Crucial Date (Age, Qualification, Category) | 01 August 2025 |
| Last Date for Document Upload | 03 March 2026 |
| Preliminary Scrutiny List Published | 16 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Grievance Submission | 26 July 2026 (23:00 hours) |
📊 Vacancy Details (Post Code ER13425)
The total number of posts advertised for the Research Associate (Cultural Anthropology) role is strictly limited to the following distribution:
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 02 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 02 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 01 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 01 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 01 |
| Total | 07 |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria (Essential Qualification)
The scrutiny was conducted strictly based on the Essential Qualification (EQ) attached to the advertisement. The following criteria were used to verify candidates:
📌 Essential Qualification (EQ) Requirements
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must hold a Master's Degree in Anthropology from a recognized University.
- Specific Subject Requirement: More than fifty percent of the papers taken in the final year examination must be in Cultural Anthropology.
📌 Crucial Date for Eligibility
The cut-off date for determining age, possession of qualifications, and claiming SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD/ESM status was 01 August 2025.
📌 Document Submission Requirement
Candidates were required to upload supporting documents via the SSC web portal by 03 March 2026. Any candidate who failed to do so was automatically disqualified from the process.
💰 Salary / Pay Scale
| Pay Level | Group | Classification |
|---|---|---|
| Level 06 | Group B | Non-Gazetted |
The specific pay band for Level 06 typically ranges from ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 (Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix), plus applicable allowances as per government norms.
💳 Application Fee
The application fee was remitted by candidates during the initial online application process. The current notice is purely for the scrutiny stage and does not involve any additional fee payment. The fee is non-refundable as per SSC rules.
⚙️ Selection Process (Phase-XIII/2025)
The selection process for the Research Associate (Cultural Anthropology) post under Phase XIII/2025 consists of the following stages:
- Computer Based Mode (CBM) Examination: Candidates appeared for the CBE, which acted as the initial screening stage.
- Preliminary Scrutiny: The Commission verified the uploaded documents of provisionally qualified CBM candidates against the Essential Qualification requirements.
- Grievance Redressal: Candidates who disagree with their scrutiny status can submit representations via email.
- Document Verification (DV) & Final Selection: After the grievance window closes and errors are corrected, the final document verification and merit list will be prepared.
📋 Preliminary Scrutiny Status Summary
A total of 198 candidates have been reviewed in the Annexure for the post of Research Associate (Cultural Anthropology). Based on the uploaded documents, the Commission has categorized candidates into four main statuses. The list is purely provisional and subject to correction.
📌 Reasons for 'Not Eligible' Status
The most common reason for disqualification was an educational qualification mismatch. Candidates were marked "NOT ELIGIBLE" with the specific remark: "EQ: Educational Qualification not in the relevant field". This primarily affected candidates whose Master's degree was in Anthropology but lacked the required 50% papers in Cultural Anthropology in the final year, or candidates who held a degree in a related but non-conforming field.
📌 Reasons for 'Rejected' Status
A large number of candidates were outright rejected with the remark: "Documents not received". These candidates failed to upload their original certificates, mark sheets, and category certificates to the portal by the 03.03.2026 deadline. There is no recourse for this error at the grievance stage.
📌 Reasons for 'Provisional' Status
Several candidates were marked 'Provisional' due to certificate-related discrepancies. The specific remarks include:
- "CAT: OBC Certificate issued beyond closing date" – Candidates whose OBC certificates were issued after the crucial date of 01.08.2025 or the application closing date.
- "DOB mismatch/missing with Matriculation / Secondary Examination Certificate" – Candidates whose Date of Birth in the application form did not match the official Matriculation certificate.
- "EWS: EWS Certificate for 2025-26 not submitted" – Candidates claiming EWS status failed to provide the specific certificate for the correct financial year.
- "CAT: Caste Certificate not produced" – Candidates claiming reservation benefits failed to upload the required caste certificate.
- "EQ: Essential qualification not possessed within the crucial date" – Candidates whose degree results were declared after the 01.08.2025 crucial date.
📝 How to Check Your Status & File a Grievance
Candidates can follow these steps to check their current status and take corrective action if necessary.
📌 Step 1: Check the Scrutiny List
- Download the official ANNEXURE file from the link provided in the Special Dashboard below.
- Locate your name or Registration No. or Roll No. in the list.
- Check your designated "Scrutiny Status":
- Eligible (Clear): Your documents match the requirements. No action is needed.
- Not Eligible / Rejected / Provisional: The "Remarks" column indicates the specific reason for your status.
📌 Step 2: Submit a Grievance (If Required)
If you have been marked "Not Eligible", "Rejected", or "Provisional" and believe the decision is incorrect, you must:
- Prepare a formal representation or grievance letter.
- Attach self-attested supporting documents to substantiate your claim (e.g., corrected OBC certificate, corrected DOB proof, mark sheets showing 50% Cultural Anthropology subjects).
- Send the representation via email to: murali.kotal@gov.in.
- Ensure you copy (cc) the email to: recttsscer.wb-dopt@gov.in.
- Your email must include your Roll No., Registration No., and Post Code (ER13425).
Deadline: All representations must be sent by 26 July 2026 (23:00 hours).
⚠️ Critical Warnings
- Strict Grievance Deadline: The Commission will not entertain any grievance received after 26 July 2026 (23:00 hours). Do not wait until the last day to send your email.
- Mandatory Cultural Anthropology Papers: A large number of rejections occurred because candidates failed to prove that more than 50% of their final year Master's degree papers were in Cultural Anthropology. A general Master's in Anthropology without this specific focus is insufficient.
- OBC Certificate Validity: Candidates marked "Provisional" due to OBC certificates issued beyond the closing date must obtain a fresh certificate valid as of the crucial date and submit it via email immediately.
- DOB Mismatch is Critical: If your Date of Birth in the application does not match your Matriculation certificate, you must correct it with the Commission immediately, or your candidature will be rejected at the DV stage.
- Documents must be self-attested: Ensure all supporting documents you send via email are clearly self-attested. Non-attested documents may be rejected without review.
- No consideration for late uploads: Candidates who failed to upload their documents by 03.03.2026 have been strictly excluded from the recruitment process and cannot file a grievance to re-upload them now.
📋 Special Dashboard – Official Scrutiny Notice PDF
Download the official notice and the Preliminary Scrutiny Status (Annexure) issued by SSC ER:
📄 Click Here to Visit SSC ER Website for Official PDF
This PDF contains the full text of the notification, the eligibility criteria, the grievance submission details, and the complete 198-candidate scrutiny list.
🔗 Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official SSC ER Website | https://www.sscer.org |
| SSC Main Official Website | https://ssc.gov.in |
| Anthropological Survey of India | https://ansi.gov.in |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the SSC ER Research Associate scrutiny status 2026?
This is the preliminary scrutiny status for the post of Research Associate (Cultural Anthropology) under Phase XIII/2025 Selection Post, conducted by the Staff Selection Commission, Eastern Region (ER).
Q2: How many vacancies are there for the Research Associate post?
There are a total of 07 vacancies for the post of Research Associate (Cultural Anthropology) under Post Code ER13425.
Q3: What is the essential qualification required for this post?
Candidates must possess a Master's Degree in Anthropology from a recognized University with more than fifty percent papers in Cultural Anthropology in the final year examination.
Q4: How many candidates were scrutinized in this notice?
A total of 198 candidates have been scrutinized in the Annexure of this notice for the Research Associate post.
Q5: What are the common reasons for rejection in this scrutiny?
The most common reasons for rejection are: EQ mismatch (Educational Qualification not in the relevant field), Documents not received, OBC Certificate issued beyond the closing date, and DOB mismatch with Matriculation/Secondary certificate.
Q6: What is the crucial date for eligibility for this post?
The crucial date for determining age-limit, possession of Essential Qualifications, and claiming category status is 01 August 2025.
Q7: What is the last date to submit a grievance?
The last date to submit a grievance or representation is 26 July 2026 (23:00 hours).
Q8: What is the pay level for this post?
The post of Research Associate (Cultural Anthropology) falls under Pay Level-06, Group 'B' (Non-Gazetted).
Q9: Can I submit my grievance via email?
Yes, candidates must submit their grievance via email to murali.kotal@gov.in, with a copy to recttsscer.wb-dopt@gov.in. The email must include the Roll No., Registration No., and Post Code ER13425.
Q10: Where can I download the official scrutiny list?
The official scrutiny list is available on the SSC Eastern Region website (www.sscer.org), or via the direct PDF link provided in the Important Links section of this post.
📌 Conclusion
The publication of the SSC ER Research Associate (Cultural Anthropology) Scrutiny Status is a critical checkpoint for the 198 candidates who successfully cleared the CBM stage of Phase XIII/2025 Selection Post. With only 07 vacancies available, the scrutiny process has been incredibly strict, focusing heavily on the specific subject distribution of the candidate's Master's degree.
If your application has been marked "Not Eligible", "Rejected", or "Provisional," the clock is ticking. You have until 26 July 2026 (23:00 hours) to submit a well-documented grievance via email. Ensure you include all required self-attested documents and your correct roll number, registration number, and post code.
For candidates marked "Eligible," congratulations on clearing this hurdle! You can now relax and await the call for the final Document Verification (DV) and Medical Examination stage, which will be notified by the Commission in due course.
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Disclaimer: This post is based on the official preliminary scrutiny notice issued by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Eastern Region, on 16 July 2026. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official SSC ER website. Sarkari Nokrii does not provide any legal or career advice. The information is for informational purposes only.