Assistant Professor and Post Doctoral Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Tata Institute of Social Sciences
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 2
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹57,700 - ₹80,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: PhD in Law, Economics, or Public Policy with relevant Master's degree and NET qualification where applicable.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: This recruitment appears suitable for a mix of fresher and experienced candidates, depending on the post. Applicants should review the official notification for the exact experience expectations before applying.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 22 to 35 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
Vacancies under this Notification
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The Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) has announced a recruitment drive for academic positions at its Hyderabad and Mumbai campuses for the year 2026. This opportunity is ideal for scholars in Law and Public Policy looking to engage in interdisciplinary research and teaching within a Grade I Deemed University. The roles involve joint appointments across the School of Public Policy and Governance and the School of Law, Rights and Constitutional Governance, offering a unique platform for policy-oriented academic growth. Eligible candidates should review the official notification for specific contract terms and application procedures to join this prestigious institution.
- Positions are offered on a contractual basis for one year with potential for extension based on performance and funding.
- Selected candidates will work across both Hyderabad and Mumbai campuses, fostering a diverse academic environment.
- The recruitment prioritizes candidates with research interests in AI, regulatory frameworks, and welfare policy.
- Application fees are waived for SC, ST, PWD, and all women candidates to encourage inclusive participation.
- Successful applicants are expected to join within 15 days of selection to support immediate academic requirements.
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Additional Salary Information
Assistant Professor: Academic Pay Level 10 (Entry pay Rs. 57,700); Post Doctoral Fellow: Rs. 80,000 consolidated monthly.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting of applications based on qualifications and experience.
Presentation by the eligible candidates.
Personal Interview.
Application Fees
General/OBC: Rs. 1000 SC/ST/PWD: Exempted Women Candidates: Exempted
Reservation
Age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/Women/PWD and Transgender candidates for PDF role.
5% marks relaxation in qualifying degrees for reserved categories.
Fee waivers for SC/ST/PWD and Women candidates.
How to Apply
- Visit the official TISS recruitment portal at recruitment.tiss.edu.
- Locate the advertisement for Assistant Professor and Post Doctoral Fellow (ADVT/TISS-HYD/ACAD/2026).
- Register on the portal and fill out the online application form.
- Upload required documents including PhD/Master's certificates and category certificates if applicable.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 1000 online (if not exempt).
- Submit the application before the deadline of 30th June 2026.
- Take a printout of the acknowledgement for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
Both the Assistant Professor and Post Doctoral Fellow positions are initially for a period of one year on a contract basis, with the possibility of extension.
Yes, the application fee of Rs. 1000 is waived for SC, ST, PWD candidates, and all women applicants.
The positions involve joint appointments and are based out of both the Hyderabad and Mumbai campuses of TISS.
