The Tata Institute of Social Sciences (a Deemed to be University and a grant-in-aid Institute under the Ministry of Education, Government of India) is filling one Counsellor (Female) position at its Guwahati Campus on a contract basis for one year initially, extendable, at a consolidated salary of Rs. 25,000/- to Rs. 30,000/- per month. Applicants need a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology, MA in Counselling or MA in Counselling Psychology with at least 55% aggregate marks, or a Master's in Social Work with specialization in Counselling with the same marks. Applications are online through the Apply now link on www.tiss.ac.in and must be received by 20 November 2026.
TISS Counsellor (Female) at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) |
| Advertisement No. | ADVT/TISS-GC/COUNSELLOR |
| Post Name(s) | Counsellor (Female) |
| Vacancies | 01 (One); the position is unreserved |
| Tenure | Contract basis, one year initially, extendable |
| Pay | Consolidated Rs. 25,000/- to Rs. 30,000/- per month |
| Age Limit | No bar |
| Application Fee | Rs. 500/-; SC/ST/PwD candidates Rs. 250/- with the required certificate |
| Job Location | Guwahati Campus |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 November 2026 |
About TISS
The Tata Institute of Social Sciences, with its office at V. N. Purav Marg, Deonar, Mumbai 400088, describes itself as established in 1936 and a Deemed to be University under Section 3 of the UGC Act 1956. It has four campuses: Mumbai (main campus), Hyderabad, Guwahati and Tuljapur (rural campus). The Guwahati Campus offers B.A, M.A. and Ph.D programmes. This post is at the Guwahati Campus.
Who Can Apply
The post is for a Counsellor (Female). The educational qualification is given below as printed.
| Post | Essential Qualification | Desirable |
|---|---|---|
| Counsellor (Female) | Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology / MA in Counselling / MA in Counselling Psychology with at least 55% aggregate marks from a recognised University; OR Master's in Social Work with specialization in Counselling with at least 55% aggregate marks from a recognised University | Minimum work experience of counselling for one year; good communication skill in English and Hindi |
The age limit is "No bar". The notice prints no age cut-off date and no age relaxation.
The Institute reserves the right to relax the qualifications based on work experience for persons already holding comparable positions in a University/Research Institution of repute. The position is unreserved, but candidates belonging to the reserved category are encouraged to apply. Candidates should check the official notification for the full eligibility of the post.
Pay and Tenure
The consolidated salary is Rs. 25,000/- to Rs. 30,000/- per month. The position is on a contract basis at TISS Guwahati Campus for a period of one year initially, extendable based on the performance of the candidate and the requirements of the Institute. Selected candidates are expected to join within 10 days of receipt of the offer letter. The notice does not mention other allowances.
How to Apply for TISS Counsellor (Female)
- Apply online through the Apply now link provided with the advertisement on the Institute website, http://www.tiss.ac.in/.
- Pay the application fee online: Rs. 500/-, or Rs. 250/- for SC/ST/PwD candidates who attach the required certificate with the online application form.
- Take a print out of the acknowledgement of the online application and keep it for future reference.
- Wait for the email: shortlisted candidates are informed by email to appear for the interview at TISS, Guwahati.
The application is valid only on receipt of the application fee. Fees once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances. The notice names these documents: the SC/ST/PwD certificate for the reduced fee, and a No Objection Certificate from the employer for candidates already in service, to be brought to the interview.
Selection and Interview
Applications received will be shortlisted. If the response is high, merely having the minimum qualification and experience does not entitle a person to be called for the personal interview. The personal interview (offline/online) is tentatively scheduled for the last week of November 2026. The offline interview is held at TISS, Guwahati Campus. The Institute may also invite persons for an interview who have not applied as per the procedure, and it reserves the right not to fill the vacancy.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of notice | 09-11-2026 |
| Last date of receipt of online application | 20 November 2026 |
| Personal interview (offline/online) | Tentatively last week of November 2026 |
Important Instructions
- A candidate already in service must bring a No Objection Certificate from the employer to appear for an interview.
- No TA/DA is payable for appearing for the personal interview held offline at TISS, Guwahati Campus.
- Each candidate must assess their own eligibility. Suppression of facts, fake documents, false or misleading information or canvassing leads to disqualification, and an appointment can be terminated if ineligibility is found later, even after appointment.
- No queries or correspondence about the call letter will be entertained at any stage. Canvassing in any form is prohibited and leads to debarment.
- In case of any ambiguity in general and eligibility in particular, the decision of the Institute is final.
- The Institute reserves the right to modify, withdraw or cancel any communication to candidates if an inadvertent error is detected, even after the appointment letter is issued.
TISS Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Apply Online – TISS Counsellor (Female) | Online application, closes 20 November 2026 |
| Official Notification PDF | ADVT/TISS-GC/COUNSELLOR dated 09-11-2026 |
| TISS Official Website | www.tiss.ac.in |
