Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) has published the Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 notification under Advt No. ADVT/TISS/SHS/AP/2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill 2 Assistant Professor positions. Candidates holding a Master's degree with 55% marks in the relevant discipline along with NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. degree are eligible to apply online for these vacancies. The application process will remain open until 19 July 2026, and candidates can access the official notification PDF and apply link below.
TISS Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Company Name | Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) |
| Post Name | Assistant Professor |
| No of Posts | 2 |
| Advt No | ADVT/TISS/SHS/AP/2026 |
| Salary | Rs. 57700/- |
| Qualification | Master's degree with 55% marks in relevant discipline and NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. degree. Foreign university Ph.D. from top 500 ranked universities is also accepted. |
| Last Date | 19 July 2026 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Contract |
TISS Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates who are interested in applying for the TISS Recruitment 2026 should first download and carefully read the official notification PDF. The notification contains complete details about vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limit, stipend/salary, selection process, important dates, and application instructions. Reading the official document is important to ensure that you meet all requirements before submitting the application form.
Download TISS Job 2026 Notification PDF
TISS Vacancy Details 2026
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Economics- Regulatory and Financial Economics) | 1 |
| Assistant Professor (Environment, Climate and Sustainability Studies) | 1 |
| Total | 2 |
TISS Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
Assistant Professor (Economics- Regulatory and Financial Economics)
- Master's degree with 55% marks in economics and related disciplines.
- Cleared National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by UGC or CSIR, or a similar test accredited by UGC, like SLET/SET, OR awarded a Ph.D. Degree in accordance with UGC Regulations, 2009 or 2016.
- Ph.D. obtained from a foreign university/institution with a ranking among the top 500 in the World University Ranking (QS, THE, or ARWU).
Desirable Experience: Ph.D. in subjects related to economics, preferably with focus on financial economics, public policy or governance. Proven track record of research and teaching in quantitative methods. Ability to teach courses related to different fields of economics. Familiarity with regulatory policies, economic regulation, public/infrastructure economics, urban policies, natural resource economics, and institutional economics. Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.
Assistant Professor (Environment, Climate and Sustainability Studies)
- Master's degree with 55% marks in Environment, Climate, and Sustainability Studies and related disciplines.
- Cleared National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by UGC or CSIR, or a similar test accredited by UGC, like SLET/SET, OR awarded a Ph.D. Degree in accordance with UGC Regulations, 2009 or 2016.
- Ph.D. obtained from a foreign university/institution with a ranking among the top 500 in the World University Ranking (QS, THE, or ARWU).
Desirable Experience: PhD degree in interdisciplinary subjects such as Climate studies, Policy studies, Environmental studies, Energy studies, Development studies and related fields. Excellent academic and publication record. Orientation to social sciences. Ability to teach theory and field-based courses. Experience in research and project opportunities in interdisciplinary themes related to environment, climate change, and sustainability. Ability to teach 2-3 courses per semester, support fieldwork, and supervise master's dissertation. Strong orientation to delivering quality content in climate science/climate modelling, projections/climate extremes/vulnerability and impact assessment/Energy and climate change/Climate policy mitigation/global environmental governance.
TISS Recruitment 2026 - Application Fee
No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.
TISS Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit
Please refer to the official notification for age limit details.
TISS Recruitment 2026 - Salary
- Entry pay of Rs. 57700/- in the Academic Pay level 10 as per 7th CPC.
TISS Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date of receipt of online application | 19 July 2026 |
TISS Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
- Online Interview
How to Apply
- Applications must be submitted online on or before 19-07-2026.
- To apply directly, use the Apply Online link provided in the Important Links section.
- Alternatively, candidates may visit the official website of TISS to complete the application.
- Fill out the application form carefully with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload required documents such as photograph, signature, and certificates in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
- Review all details carefully before submitting the form.
- Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
TISS Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Apply Online | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
