TISS Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Assistant Professor and Post Doctoral Fellow Posts

Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS)
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Overview

Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) has released a recruitment notification for two contractual posts: Assistant Professor and Post Doctoral Fellow in the field of Law. Eligible candidates with a Master’s degree in Law and NET/SLET or Ph.D. in Law or related interdisciplinary areas may apply online by 30 June 2026.

Total Vacancies

2

Age Limit

TBA - 35y

Age Details

Age Limit

  • Post Doctoral Fellow: Maximum age limit is 35 years.
  • Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/Women/PWD candidates.

Eligibility

Eligibility Details

Assistant Professor in Law and Public Policy

  • Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in law from a recognized university.
  • NET/ SLET/ SET via UGC or CSIR, or a Ph.D. degree as per UGC regulations (2009 or 2016) is required; exemptions apply for Ph.D. holders registered prior to 11 July 2009 under certain conditions.
  • Ph.D. from a foreign university with a ranking among the top 500 in global rankings may be considered.
  • Desirable: Interdisciplinary background, teaching experience at UG/PG levels, strong research record.

Post Doctoral Fellow

  • Ph.D. in Law / Law and Economics / Law and Public Policy / any interdisciplinary discipline with explicit focus on Law and Public Policy (provisional certificates may be accepted).
  • General category: minimum 55% marks at the postgraduate level; 5% relaxation for reserved categories.
  • Desirable: Research experience at the intersection of law and public policy, strong grounding in public/regulatory law, and ability to undertake academic coordination.

Important Dates

Application Start

TBA

Application End

30/06/26

Date Details

Important Dates

  • Notification Date: 16 June 2026
  • Last Date to Apply: 30 June 2026
  • Updated: 22 June 2026

Application Fees

Application Fee

  • General/OBC/EWS: Rs. 1,000
  • SC/ST/PWD and Women candidates: Fee exempted.

How to Apply

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which body conducts the "TISS Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Assistant Professor and Post Doctoral Fellow Posts"?

The "TISS Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Assistant Professor and Post Doctoral Fellow Posts" is conducted by the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS).

How many vacancies are there for "TISS Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Assistant Professor and Post Doctoral Fellow Posts"?

There are a total of 2 vacancies available for "TISS Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Assistant Professor and Post Doctoral Fellow Posts".

What is the last date to apply for "TISS Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Assistant Professor and Post Doctoral Fellow Posts"?

The deadline to apply for "TISS Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Assistant Professor and Post Doctoral Fellow Posts" is 30/06/26.

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