Qualifications and competencies required for Research Officer at TISS-CECSR:
• Educational Degree: Master's Degree in Social Sciences, Social Work (MSW), Commerce, Development Studies, Economics, Science, or allied disciplines with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade from a recognized University.
• Language & Technical Skills: Mandatory proficiency in Marathi (spoken and written) for conducting rural fieldwork in Jawhar, Palghar along with fluent English; strong command over qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, and proficiency in statistical analysis tools (SPSS, STATA, Advanced Excel).
• Desirable Experience: Prior experience in executing socio-economic needs assessments, baseline surveys, CSR impact evaluations, and multi-stakeholder governance engagement.
Candidates must email their updated CV to [email protected] by 13.09.2026 (5:00 PM).
TISS Mumbai Recruitment 2026 – Apply for Research Officer Post (CECSR Jawhar Project)
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Crucial Recruitment Dates
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Published
Sep 1, 2026
Starts
Sep 1, 2026
Deadline
Sep 13, 2026
Exam Date
TBA
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
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Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
Standard age limits for research staff at TISS apply (typically up to 45 years), relaxable for SC/ST/OBC/PwD and experienced research personnel.
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
CV Submission via Email to [email protected] by 13.09.2026 (05:00 PM)
Screening and Shortlisting of Applicants based on Academic Background, Research Experience & Marathi Proficiency
Personal Interaction (Online / Offline Interview) before TISS Selection Committee
Document Verification & Formal Contractual Engagement
Selection will be conducted through CV shortlisting followed by interview:
• Interested candidates must email their CV to [email protected] with the subject line 'Application for Research Officer' latest by 13th September 2026, till 5:00 PM.
• Merely possessing minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview call; shortlisting will consider research experience and language suitability.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited for Personal Interaction (Online/Offline). No TA/DA is admissible.
Evaluation Rubric & Screening Matrix
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| Evaluation Parameter / Component | Max Marks / Weightage | Assessment Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Master's Degree Academic Merit in Social Sciences / Commerce / Science | ||
| Research Methodology, Needs Assessment Experience & CSR Frameworks | ||
| Statistical Analysis Tools (SPSS, STATA, Excel) & High-Quality Report Writing | ||
| Personal Interaction (Interview) & Marathi/English Communication Skills |
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- Strict Email Deadline: CV must be sent to [email protected] with exact subject line 'Application for Research Officer' on or before 13th September 2026 (5:00 PM).
- Mandatory Marathi Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written Marathi as the project involves field immersion and participatory community assessments in Jawhar, Palghar.
- Time-Bound Fieldwork: The candidate must be willing to travel extensively to rural and tribal areas across Jawhar Taluka and manage field logistics independently.
- Shortlisting Discretion: Only shortlisted candidates will receive interview notifications; no inquiries over phone or email will be entertained.
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- Research Officer (CECSR - Jawhar Needs Assessment)1
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
The Research Officer position carries a consolidated monthly salary ranging from ₹55,000/- to ₹60,000/-, commensurate with qualifications and prior research experience.
Consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹55,000/- to ₹60,000/- depending upon qualifications and experience. Contractual engagement for 4 months (extendable based on performance and project needs).
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Application Procedure
- Interested candidates must send their CV to [email protected].
- The email subject line must be: "Application for Research Officer".
- The deadline for receiving applications is 13th September 2026, till 5:00 PM.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an online/offline interview. No inquiries will be entertained from non-shortlisted candidates.
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Nil. No application fee is charged.
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Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
CV Submission via Email to [email protected] by 13.09.2026 (05:00 PM)
Screening and Shortlisting of Applicants based on Academic Background, Research Experience & Marathi Proficiency
Personal Interaction (Online / Offline Interview) before TISS Selection Committee
Document Verification & Formal Contractual Engagement
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• Interested candidates must email their CV to [email protected] with the subject line 'Application for Research Officer' latest by 13th September 2026, till 5:00 PM.
• Merely possessing minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview call; shortlisting will consider research experience and language suitability.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited for Personal Interaction (Online/Offline). No TA/DA is admissible.
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