| Board | Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) |
| State | Assam |
| Qualification | Ph.D. in relevant discipline, Master's Degree with 55% marks, NET/SLET/SET |
| Salary | Academic Pay Level 10/13A/14 (7th CPC) |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 24 Oct 2026 |
The Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) has released a notification for teaching positions across its campuses. This recruitment drive aims to fill vacancies for Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor roles. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications online.
TISS is recruiting for faculty positions at its off-campuses in Tuljapur, Guwahati, and Hyderabad. The positions are for Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor, with specific roles and departments mentioned in the notification.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date for Online Application Submission | 3rd November 2026 |
Note: The last date for application submission is 30 days from the date of advertisement in Employment News. The closing date for determining eligibility for all candidates is the last date for submission of online applications.
The recruitment is for faculty positions at TISS's off-campuses. Vacancies are available for Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor. Specific details regarding the number of posts and their reservation status are provided below:
| Campus | Professor (Academic Pay Level 14) | Associate Professor (Academic Pay Level 13A) | Assistant Professor (Academic Pay Level 10) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyderabad Campus | 1* (SC) | - | - | 1 |
| Tuljapur Campus | 1* (OBC) | 1* (SC), 1* (ST) | 1 UR, 1* (OBC) | 5 |
| Guwahati Campus | 1* (OBC) | - | 2 UR | 3 |
| Total | 3 | 2 | 3 | 8 |
* Indicates Backlog vacancies.
Candidates must meet the essential qualifications and experience as per UGC Regulations, 2018, and subsequent amendments. The specific qualifications vary by post and department. The cut-off date for determining eligibility is the closing date for online application submission.
Essential Qualifications for Professor:Not specified in detail for all posts in the provided extract, but generally requires a Master's degree and relevant experience as per UGC norms.
Desirable Qualifications: Preference may be given to candidates with specific experience, such as working in rural and sustainable development, or demonstrated engagement in teaching, practice, and research in relevant fields.
Not specified in the official notification.
The application fee is as follows:
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | Rs. 2,000/- |
| OBC/EWS and Women Candidates | Rs. 1,500/- |
| SC/ST | Rs. 1,000/- |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) | Rs. 500/- |
Application fees must be paid online. Fees once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances. Applications without full payment or short payment will not be considered.
The salary will be as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) norms:
The selection process may involve screening of applications. If a large number of applications are received for a post, TISS reserves the right to restrict the number of candidates called for interview based on academic score, as decided by a duly constituted Institute Screening Committee. Candidates will be shortlisted for an interview.
Interested candidates must apply online through the official TISS recruitment portal. Ensure all details are filled correctly and required documents are uploaded as per the instructions. Keep a printout of the filled application and acknowledgement for future reference.
Candidates should ensure to upload all required documents, photograph, and signature in the prescribed file size as specified in the application portal. Specific documents required will be detailed in the online application form.
Official Website → Click Here
Notification PDF → Click Here