Jyotsna Jalan

Jyotsna Jalan serves as Professor of Economics at the Centre for Studies in Social Sciences, Calcutta, an autonomous research institution in Kolkata, India. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of California at San Diego and maintains active research in econometric methodologies and development economics.

Education

• Ph.D. in Economics, University of California at San Diego, USA

Research Interests

Her primary expertise spans advanced econometric techniques including Panel Data and Cross-Section Econometrics, and Time-Series Econometrics. She applies these methodologies to Empirical Development Economics with concentrated focus on Poverty measurement, Education systems, and Health outcomes in developing economies. Her work bridges theoretical econometric innovation with practical policy analysis for socio-economic challenges.

Professional Engagement

• Based at R–1, Baishnabghata Patuli Township, Kolkata – 700 094, India
• Contact: Tel +91 (0)33 2462 7252 / 5794 / 5795 / 2436 8313 / 7794 / 95 / 97, Room Extn. 302, Fax +91 (0)33 2462 6183