The Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), established in 1936, is a premier Deemed to be University under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956. It is a Grant-in-aid Institute under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, globally recognized for its contribution to social sciences, disaster studies, and public policy research.
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Tata Institute of Social Sciences
May. 30, 2026
TISS Recruitment 2026: Apply for Research Associate and Research Assistant Posts
Vacancies
2 Positions
Pay Scale
Rs. 50,000 - Rs. 75,000 per month
Age Limit
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Published
May. 21, 2026
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Starts
May. 21, 2026
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Deadline
May. 30, 2026
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Exam Date
TBA
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Best-Fit Profile
Highly recommended for scholars and professionals holding a Master's or PhD in Social Work, Public Health, Environmental Sciences, or Disaster Management who possess fluent command over Marathi and English. It is an excellent fit for those with practical experience in community-based qualitative research and fieldwork.
Important Considerations
Candidates who cannot speak, read, and write fluent Marathi, or those who are unable or unwilling to travel extensively to remote and rural areas of Sindhudurg, Sangli, and Nagpur, should not apply.
Career Impact
Highly prestigious collaboration between the University of East Anglia (UEA), UK and the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS). Although contractual (initially 7 months, extendable), it offers massive resume value and excellent academic/career pathways in policy, environmental action, and international development research.
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About Tata Institute of Social Sciences
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Research AssociateResearch Assistant
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Research Associate: PhD in Social Work, Public Health, Environmental Sciences, Geography, or a related discipline. Fluency in Marathi and English (both written and spoken) is required.
- Research Assistant: Master’s degree in Social Work, Disaster Management, Public Health, Environmental Studies, Geography, or a related discipline. Fluency in Marathi (reading, writing, and speaking) is essential.
Salary & Pay Scale
- Research Associate: ₹75,000 per month (Consolidated)
- Research Assistant: ₹50,000 - ₹55,000 per month (depending on experience)
Vacancy Breakdown (Category-wise)
- Research Associate1
- Research Assistant1
Total Vacancies2 Positions
How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply by sending their CV (maximum 3 pages) along with a brief statement of purpose/interest (up to 500 words) to the following email addresses:
Please use the appropriate subject line depending on the post applied for:
- For Research Associate: Application – Research Associate (Climate Change and Water Safety Study in Maharashtra)
- For Research Assistant: Application – Research Assistant (Climate Change and Water Safety Study in Maharashtra)
Application Fee
There is no application fee for these positions.
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Best-Fit Profile
Highly recommended for scholars and professionals holding a Master's or PhD in Social Work, Public Health, Environmental Sciences, or Disaster Management who possess fluent command over Marathi and English. It is an excellent fit for those with practical experience in community-based qualitative research and fieldwork.
Important Considerations
Candidates who cannot speak, read, and write fluent Marathi, or those who are unable or unwilling to travel extensively to remote and rural areas of Sindhudurg, Sangli, and Nagpur, should not apply.
Career Impact
Highly prestigious collaboration between the University of East Anglia (UEA), UK and the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS). Although contractual (initially 7 months, extendable), it offers massive resume value and excellent academic/career pathways in policy, environmental action, and international development research.
Note: This is a helpful, AI-generated overview designed to save you time. Always refer to the official PDF notification for complete and final details.
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Prepare Your Application Documents
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Smart Image Resizer
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