Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) has released the official Research Investigator Notification 2026 on 12 June 2026 at the official website. A total of 21 vacancies have been announced under the TISS Research Investigator Recruitment 2026. Eligible candidates with the qualifications prescribed for Research Investigator, Research Assistant, Research Officer, and Secretariate-cum-Accountant posts can apply online from 12 June 2026 to 22 June 2026. The official notification PDF and online application link are available below.
TISS Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Company Name | Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) |
| Post Name | Research Investigator |
| No of Posts | 21 |
| Advt No | ADVT/TISS/PROJECT/CSS/JUNE 2026 |
| Last Date | 22 June 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 Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Research Investigator (RI) | 15 |
| Research Assistant (RA) | 4 |
| Research Officer (RO) | 1 |
| Secretariate-cum-Accountant | 1 |
| Total | 21 |
TISS Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
- Research Investigator (RI): Graduate in any discipline with experience of data collection in remote tribal areas (BSW will be given preference). Fluency in Marathi and English. Willing to travel and stay in tribal remote areas.
- Research Assistant (RA): Post-Graduate in any discipline with experience of data collection and monitoring fieldwork in remote tribal areas (MSW will be given preference). Fluency in Marathi and English. Willing to travel in tribal remote areas, coordinating data collection and dealing with multiple stakeholders in the field.
- Research Officer (RO): PhD in Social Work or in Social Sciences with special focus on education, experience of working in field of tribal education, having published research papers in the domain of education. Candidates who are about to submit their PhD or waiting for PhD viva are eligible to apply. Masters in Social Work with focus on Tribal issues and with good academic writing skills, experience in coordination of field work, willing to travel extensively in tribal areas. Fluency in Marathi and English, sensitive to tribal issues and willing to commit to tribal developmental issues.
- Secretariate-cum-Accountant: Graduate in any discipline with desirable knowledge of accounts. Willing to engage in all kinds of secretarial work. Working knowledge of statistical software and other digital skills.
TISS Recruitment 2026 - Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | Rs. 500/- |
| SC/ST | Rs. 125/- |
| Women | Nil |
TISS Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit
Please refer to the official notification for age limit details.
TISS Recruitment 2026 - Salary / Stipend
Please refer to the official notification for salary details.
TISS Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 12 June 2026 |
| Last Date of Filling of Online Applications | 22 June 2026 |
TISS Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
- Shortlisting
- Online/Offline Interview
How to Apply
- Applications must be submitted online on or before 22-06-2026.
- 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 |
