JRF in Sociology

1. About the ISI JRF in Sociology Exam

The Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) offers Junior Research Fellowships (JRF) in Sociology, targeting candidates who:

• Hold a Master’s degree in Sociology, Social Sciences, or allied disciplines.

• Must qualify through a written examination (testing theory, research skills, and quantitative methods) followed by a research proposal-based interview.

• Compete for a limited number of highly competitive seats, requiring rigorous preparation.

The exam evaluates:

• Core Sociological Theories & Thinkers (Classical & Contemporary).

• Quantitative & Qualitative Research Skills.

• Statistical and Analytical Abilities relevant to Social Science research.

• Research aptitude and proposal presentation during the interview.

2. What Our Course Includes

Interactive Live Classes

• Delivered online (Zoom/Skype) and offline (Kolkata & New Delhi centres).

• Coverage of:

  • Classical & Contemporary Sociological Theories (Marx, Weber, Durkheim, Parsons, Giddens, Foucault, etc.)

  • Indian Society & Social Change

  • Research Methodology – Qualitative & Quantitative techniques

  • Statistics for Social Sciences (Sampling, Hypothesis Testing, Regression, Data Interpretation)

  • Interdisciplinary Perspectives (Economics, Political Science, Cultural Studies)

• All sessions are recorded, ensuring students can revisit any class anytime.

Research-Oriented Training

• Topic-wise deep dives on theory, case studies, and analytical frameworks.

• Weekly assignments and tests for tracking conceptual and research skills.

• Special sessions on proposal writing, interview strategies, and literature review techniques.

Mock Test Series

• Full-length ISI-style tests, covering theory, research design, and statistical sections.

• Post-test review sessions with detailed explanations and personalized advice.

• Mock interviews to simulate the real ISI fellowship selection panel.

Past-Year Papers & Practice

• Solved step-by-step answers to previous ISI Sociology fellowship papers.

• Additional problem sets on data analysis, research design, and sociological reasoning.

Free Study Materials

• Comprehensive notes compiled from standard sociology texts, ISI sources, and global research references.

• Includes summaries, solved examples, and advanced exercises.

• Provided free to all enrolled students.

24×7 Doubt Support

• Direct access via WhatsApp, email, or phone for quick query resolution.

• Individual mentorship for complex research or statistical queries.

3. What We Cover (Syllabus Highlights)

• Classical & Modern Sociological Theories – Marxism, Structural Functionalism, Symbolic Interactionism, Postmodernism.

• Indian Society & Social Change – Caste, Gender, Urbanization, Rural Development.

• Research Methodology – Fieldwork, Sampling, Surveys, Interview Techniques.

• Statistical & Analytical Tools – Probability, Hypothesis Testing, Regression, SPSS/R basics for Sociology.

• Research Proposal Skills – Writing, structuring, and defending proposals for the ISI panel.

4. Mode of Classes

• Online – Interactive classes with recorded video backups.

• Offline – Classroom learning at Kolkata & New Delhi centres.

• Both formats include identical teaching, materials, tests, and mentorship.

5. Why Choose Dr. Sourav Sir’s Classes?

• Faculty with expertise in Sociology research and statistics, including ISI-trained mentors.

• Systematic preparation with assessments and feedback.

• Specialized guidance for proposal writing and ISI interviews.

• Free, high-quality study materials and past-year paper solutions.

• Strong track record of successful ISI JRF selections every year.