TISS Mumbai Assistant Professor Hiring 2026: Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai, has released an official recruitment advertisement (Advt. No. ADVT/TISS/ACAD/AP/SMLS/JUL/2026, Dated: 20th July 2026) inviting online applications from eligible candidates for the position of Assistant Professor on a Contractual Basis.
This faculty position is open at the Centre for Social and Organisational Leadership (CSOL) under the School of Management and Labour Studies (SMLS) at the TISS Mumbai Main Campus. Candidates holding a relevant Master’s degree along with NET/SET qualifications or a Ph.D. as per UGC norms can submit their online applications on or before August 20, 2026.
Below, candidates can find complete details regarding vacancy counts, educational eligibility, pay scale, application fees, selection process, and official online application links.
TISS Mumbai Faculty Recruitment 2026: Executive Overview
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Recruitment Parameter |
Details |
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Hiring Institute |
Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai |
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Advt. Reference No. |
ADVT/TISS/ACAD/AP/SMLS/JUL/2026 |
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Post Title |
Assistant Professor (Contract Basis) |
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School / Centre |
Centre for Social and Organisational Leadership (CSOL), SMLS |
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Total Positions |
01 Post |
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Posting Date |
July 28, 2026 |
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Application Deadline |
August 20, 2026 |
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Pay Scale |
Academic Level-10 (Entry Pay ₹57,700/- as per 7th CPC) |
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Job Location |
Mumbai, Maharashtra |
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Official Portal |
www.tiss.edu |
About TISS & School of Management Studies (SMLS)
Established in 1936, the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) is a premier Deemed-to-be University funded by the University Grants Commission (UGC), Ministry of Education, Government of India. TISS holds a NAAC score of 3.89/4 (Grade I) and is known globally for interdisciplinary teaching, social research, and policy development across its campuses in Mumbai, Tuljapur, Guwahati, and Hyderabad.
The School of Management and Labour Studies (SMLS) offers cutting-edge academic programs, including M.A. in Human Resources Management, Labour Studies, Social Entrepreneurship, and M.A. in Organisation Development, Change and Leadership (MA ODCL) under the CSOL centre.
Detailed Qualification & Eligibility Criteria
1. Essential Educational Qualification
- Master’s Degree: Minimum 55% marks (or an equivalent point-scale grade) in Management / Psychology / Applied Psychology / Human Resource Management / Economics / Sociology / Labour Studies / Labour Laws / Business Analytics / Organisational Studies / Organisational Development / Change Management / Leadership / Marketing / Financial Management / Strategic Management or an allied discipline from a recognized University.
- National Eligibility Criteria: The candidate must have qualified the UGC-NET / SLET / SET exam or possess a Ph.D. degree awarded in accordance with applicable UGC Regulations.
- Note: NET/SET is not mandatory for disciplines where NET is not conducted by UGC/CSIR.
2. Desirable Experience & Specialization
- Teaching Experience: Preference will be given to candidates with at least 2 years of teaching and/or field practice experience.
- Domain Focus: Professional exposure or research work in Organisation Development (OD), Leadership, and Change Management will be considered an added advantage.
Remuneration & Pay Scale
Selected candidates will be placed at Academic Pay Level-10 with an initial entry basic pay of ₹57,700/- per month (plus applicable allowances as per institute norms under the 7th Central Pay Commission).
Application Fee Details
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Category |
Fee Amount |
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General / OBC / EWS Candidates |
₹1,000/- |
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SC / ST / PwD Candidates |
₹250/- |
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Women Candidates |
EXEMPTED (Nil) |
Payment Mode: The application fee must be deposited online via the payment gateway on the TISS official application portal.
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Visit the official portal of TISS at www.tiss.edu.
- Navigate to the "Careers / Faculty Positions" section on the homepage.
- Select Advertisement No. ADVT/TISS/ACAD/AP/SMLS/JUL/2026.
- Register with your valid email ID and mobile number to generate application credentials.
- Fill out the application form carefully with your academic credentials, NET/Ph.D. details, and experience.
- Upload required documents (certificates, mark sheets, CV, research papers).
- Pay the applicable application fee online and submit the final form before August 20, 2026.
- Download and save a printed copy of the submitted online application acknowledgement for future reference.
Important Direct Links
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Description |
Link |
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Official Recruitment Portal |
Apply Online at TISS |
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Institute Main Website |
Download Advertisement link🔗https://www.tiss.ac.in/uploads/files/Asst._Prof._CSOL_SMLS_-_20-7-26.pdf
Apply Link
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for the TISS Mumbai Assistant Professor recruitment?
The online application window will remain open until August 20, 2026.
Q2. Do female candidates need to pay an application fee for TISS faculty jobs?
No, all women applicants are completely exempted from paying the application fee.
Q3. What is the starting salary for this contractual faculty post at TISS?
The starting entry pay is ₹57,700/- per month (Academic Level-10 under 7th CPC).
Official Disclaimer: Information compiled above is based on Advertisement No. ADVT/TISS/ACAD/AP/SMLS/JUL/2026 published on 20th July 2026. Job seekers are strongly advised to verify all eligibility parameters, terms, and conditions from the official TISS web portal (www.tiss.edu) before submitting their application forms. UGC India Alerts is an independent education portal and does not charge any fee for employment updates.
