Applications are invited from interested and eligible candidates for the following Positions. Interested Eligible candidates fulfilling the criteria may submit their applications in the prescribed format along with the detailed CV / As per the Norms.
🏢 NAME OF THE INSTITUTION
TATA INSTITUTE OF SOCIAL SCIENCES
🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION
The Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), located in Mumbai, is a premier institution of social work education in India. It is a deemed university under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, and operates as a grant-in-aid institute under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. TISS is renowned for its contributions to social science research and education, particularly in the areas of social work, social policy, and development studies.
💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION
- Research Investigator (RI)
- Research Assistant (RA)
- Research Officer (RO)
- Secretariate-cum-Accountant
🎯 DEPARTMENT / DISCIPLINE / SPECIALIZATION
- Social Work with a focus on Tribal Education and Development
- Social Sciences with specialization in Education
- Accounts and Secretarial Work
🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT
Qualifications & experience as prescribed by Norms.
The details of the required qualifications & experience along with other relevant information are available on the Institute Website.
1. Research Investigator (RI): Graduate in any discipline with experience in data collection in remote tribal areas. Preference for BSW graduates. Fluency in Marathi and English is required.
2. Research Assistant (RA): Post-Graduate in any discipline with experience in data collection and fieldwork monitoring. Preference for MSW graduates. Fluency in Marathi and English is required.
3. Research Officer (RO): PhD in Social Work or Social Sciences with a focus on education. Candidates about to submit their PhD or awaiting viva are eligible. Masters in Social Work with a focus on tribal issues is also considered.
4. Secretariate-cum-Accountant: Graduate in any discipline with knowledge of accounts and digital skills. Willingness to engage in secretarial work is essential.
Note: candidates from tribal zones (Thane, Nashik, Amaravati and Nagpur) with a tribal background and knowledge of tribal dialect/language will be given preference.
Project work will start from Mid-June 2026 and data collection will go on till September end 2026.
🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹
As Per Norms
💺 JOB LOCATION
The positions are based in Maharashtra, with fieldwork across four tribal zones and 22 districts.
📝 HOW TO APPLY
Application Process and Interview.
(a) Candidates are requested to apply online through the link (Apply Now) provided along with this advertisement on the Institute website www.tiss.ac.in
(b) Candidates are required to take a print of acknowledgement of online application and keep it for future reference.
(c) Short-listed candidates will be informed over e-mail and/or mobile phone to appear for the off line/Online interview
Application Fee: An application Fee of Rs 500/- is to be paid online. Application fee for SC/ST/PWD candidates will be Rs 125/-, if they upload the required Certificate in the Online Application Form. Female applicants are exempted from the payment of the application fee. The application will be valid only on receipt of the application fee for those who are required to pay. The fee, once paid, shall not be refunded under any circumstances.
📅 IMPORTANT DATE
The last date for receiving applications is On or Before 22 June 2026
📫 CONTACT INFORMATION
🌐 WEBSITE
www.tiss.ac.in
📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION
Tata Institute of Social Sciences, V.N. Purav Marg, Deonar, Mumbai 400 088, Maharashtra
📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE
Tata Institute of Social Sciences invites applications from eligible candidates for the Research and Administrative positions
Research and Administrative positions Recruitment: View Official Notification
In conclusion, the Tata Institute of Social Sciences is seeking dedicated individuals to contribute to an impactful evaluation study of Ashram Schools in Maharashtra. This opportunity is ideal for those passionate about tribal education and development, offering a chance to work closely with communities and make a significant difference.
