TATA INSTITUTE OF SOCIAL SCIENCES Recruitment 2026: 1 Male Legal Fellow Vacancy

This role is ideal for male legal professionals with an LLB degree and a Sanad for practicing law in Maharashtra. Candidates should possess strong computer skills, including proficiency in MS-Office, emails, and internet usage, along with excellent communication abilities in Marathi, English, and Hindi. A preference for those with 2-3 years of legal practice indicates a need for some practical experience. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, capable of working effectively both independently and within a team, and committed to social justice work, specifically in the criminal justice system in the Thane region.

This position is strictly for male candidates. Women applicants are not eligible. Individuals without an LLB degree or a valid Sanad for practicing in Maharashtra should not apply. Those seeking a permanent government position will find this role unsuitable, as it is a temporary contract for one year. Candidates unwilling to work in Thane Centre Prison, Thane City, and potentially travel within Mumbai, Thane, and Raigad Districts, should also reconsider.

The Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) is a highly esteemed Deemed to be University under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, offering significant institutional prestige. While this particular role is a one-year contract, it provides invaluable hands-on experience in a critical field action project (Prayas) under TISS's renowned Centre for Criminology and Justice. This experience offers excellent exposure to socio-legal rehabilitation and criminal justice work, which can be a strong foundation for future career advancement in the social sector, NGOs, or even further academic pursuits, despite its temporary nature and single vacancy.