Contractual / Regular

TISS Mumbai Consultant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 2 Consultant Posts

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Aug. 20, 2026
Consultant - Recruitment CellConsultant - Security
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
02 Posts (Consultant - Recruitment Cell: 1, Consultant - Security: 1)
Pay Scale
As per norms
Age Limit
Not exceeding 63 years as on 2026-09-12
Job Location

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Aug 18, 2026

2

Starts

Aug 18, 2026

3

Deadline

Sep 12, 2026

4

Exam Date

TBA

Application Window18 Aug – 12 Sep 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.

Educational Qualification

Eligibility and qualifications criteria for engagement of retired government servants as Consultants:
Target Group: Retired Central Government Employees / Ex-Defence Personnel not exceeding 63 years of age.
1. Consultant - Recruitment Cell (01 Post): Graduate from a recognized University with minimum 5 years' experience in Human Resource Management and recruitment processes in Government Organisations. Desirable: Specialisation in Central Government recruitment rules and reservation rosters.
2. Consultant - Security (01 Post): Graduate with 5 years' experience as a Security Supervisor in a Government Office, Educational Institute, or reputed Private Organisation (₹200 Cr+ turnover); OR retired from the Army/Uniformed Service at JCO level or equivalent/above, holding a valid driving licence (LMV/Motorcycle). Desirable: Firefighting/unarmed combat course, computer literacy, and retirement at Level 10 or above.
Tenure: Initial period of engagement is for One (01) Year.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Candidate must not exceed 63 years of age as on the date of application. Only retired Central Government / Defence personnel are eligible to apply.

Check Your Age Eligibility

Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

Verified Official Source

Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Online Application Submission with Fee & Testimonials at tiss.ac.in (Deadline: 12.09.2026)

OnlineQualifying Only

Scrutiny of Central Government / Defence Retirement Credentials & 5 Years Relevant Experience

OfflineQualifying Only

In-Person Personal Interaction / Interview at TISS Mumbai Campus

OfflineMerit Scored

Original Document Verification & Contractual Appointment for 1 Year

OfflineQualifying Only

Selection is conducted through online application scrutiny and personal interaction:
1. Online Application: Candidates apply online via the link provided on www.tiss.ac.in by 12.09.2026, providing their Gmail ID and uploading certificates.
2. Scrutiny: Applications will be screened based on retirement records from Central Government/Defence and 5 years' domain experience.
3. Personal Interaction: Shortlisted candidates will be invited via email for an in-person Personal Interaction at TISS Mumbai Campus. Online interview requests will not be entertained.
4. Engagement: One-year contractual engagement on full-time basis.

Evaluation Rubric & Screening Matrix

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Multi-parameter scoring system used by the evaluation board for candidate screening.

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria
Government Recruitment Rules & Human Resource Operations (Recruitment Cell)
Campus Security Administration, Vigilance & Emergency Response (Security)
Administrative Acumen, Personal Interaction & Communication

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

Verified Official Source

Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), established in 1936, is a premier Deemed University under the Ministry of Education with campuses in Mumbai, Tuljapur, Guwahati, and Hyderabad. The Recruitment Cell Consultant plays a pivotal role in streamlining regular teaching and non-teaching recruitments, ensuring adherence to UGC norms, DoPT guidelines, and reservation rosters. The Security Consultant oversees round-the-clock physical security, gate security, vigilance, CCTV infrastructure, firefighting systems, and emergency liaisoning with Mumbai Police and municipal authorities across the Deonar campus. Highly respected, full-time administrative advisory role (Monday to Friday, 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM).

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Contractual engagement initially for a period of one (1) year, extendable based on institutional requirements and performance reviews. Stationed at TISS Mumbai Main Campus, V.N. Purav Marg, Deonar, Mumbai.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Contractual advisory position for retired government officers. Does not lead to permanent absorption or pensionable service. Offers prestigious post-retirement institutional governance engagement with official consultant recognition.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.

  • Online Application Deadline of 12.09.2026: Applications must be submitted online through the TISS portal (tiss.ac.in); hardcopy applications are not accepted.
  • Exclusively for Retired Government / Defence Personnel: Applicants must be retired Central Government employees or ex-defence personnel (JCO level and above / Level 10 and above) not exceeding 63 years of age.
  • In-Person Personal Interaction Only: Shortlisted candidates must appear in person for personal interaction at TISS Mumbai; online interview requests will not be entertained.
  • Last Pay Minus Pension Remuneration Formula: Monthly pay is fixed as per DoPT guidelines by deducting the basic pension from the last pay drawn; no HRA is admissible.
  • Non-Re-employment Status: Engagement is temporary non-official consultancy and not treated as re-employment; candidates continue drawing their regular pension.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

  • Consultant - Recruitment Cell1
  • Consultant - Security1
Total Vacancies02 Posts (Consultant - Recruitment Cell: 1, Consultant - Security: 1)

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

A fixed monthly amount shall be admissible, arrived at by deducting the basic pension from the pay drawn at the time of retirement as per DoPT / Ministry of Finance guidelines. No House Rent Allowance (HRA) is admissible. The retired official continues to draw full pension and dearness relief independently.

Fixed monthly remuneration as per DoPT guidelines: Last Pay Drawn minus Basic Pension at retirement. No HRA is admissible. Pension and Dearness Relief on pension continue to be drawn uninterrupted.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

  • Candidates must apply online through the 'Apply Now' link available on the Institute's website: www.tiss.ac.in.
  • A valid Gmail ID must be provided in the online application form.
  • Applicants should take a printout of the application acknowledgment for future reference.
  • Shortlisted candidates will be informed via e-mail for a 'Personal Interaction' (interview) to be conducted at TISS, Mumbai. No requests for online personal interaction will be entertained.
  • Shortlisted candidates are required to send scanned copies of their passport-size photograph, self-attested photocopies of relevant certificates for qualification and experience. Original certificates will be verified during the appointment process.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

• General / OBC Candidates: ₹500/-
• SC / ST / PwD Candidates: ₹125/- (with valid certificate uploaded)
• Women Candidates: Nil (Exempted / Fee waived)
Fees to be paid online during application submission.

Official Notification & Portal Verification

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

5 Queries Resolved

Clear, verified answers to top eligibility, exam format, salary calculation, and application queries for this notification.

As per DoPT guidelines, remuneration is arrived at by deducting the basic pension from the last pay drawn at the time of retirement. No HRA is admissible. Pension and dearness relief continue to be drawn independently.

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