Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), a Deemed to be University and Grade I University with NAAC score 3.89/4, invites online applications for the positions of Assistant Professor – Law and Public Policy (Joint Appointment at TISS Hyderabad & Mumbai) and Post Doctoral Fellow (School of Public Policy and Governance, TISS Hyderabad & School of Law, Rights and Constitutional Governance, TISS Mumbai). The positions are on a contractual basis for one year, with a possibility of extension. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online on or before 30 June 2026.

TISS Hyderabad & MF Recruitment 2026 – Over View

Organization	Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS)
Recruitment Type	Contractual (1 Year, Extendable)
Total Vacancies	02 Posts
Application Mode	Online
Job Location	Hyderabad & Mumbai (Joint Appointment)
Category	University / Teaching Jobs
Last Date to Apply	30 June 2026
Official Website	www.tiss.edu

TISS Hyderabad & MF Recruitment 2026– Important Dates

Event	Date
Advertisement Date	16 June 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	30 June 2026
Interview Date	To be communicated via email to shortlisted candidates

TISS Hyderabad & MF Recruitment 2026– Application Fee

Category	Fee
General / OBC	₹ 1,000/-
SC / ST / PwBD	Exempted (with valid certificate)
Women Candidates	Exempted
Payment Mode	Online

Note: Application fee once paid shall not be refunded.

TISS Hyderabad & MF Recruitment 2026– Eligibility

Position 1: Assistant Professor – Law and Public Policy

Educational Qualification

Essential (Eligibility A or B):

A. i. Master’s degree with 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in Law from a recognized university.
ii. Must have cleared NET conducted by UGC/CSIR or similar test accredited by UGC (SLET/SET) OR awarded Ph.D. as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016 (exempted from NET).

OR

B. Ph.D. degree from a foreign university/institution with a ranking among the top 500 in World University Ranking (QS / THE / ARWU).

Desirable Qualification

• Ph.D. in Law with interdisciplinary academic background (engineering, technology, social sciences, or allied fields).
• Expertise in Artificial Intelligence and law, data protection, cyber governance, and technology policy.
• Teaching experience at UG/PG level in law or public policy programmes.
• Research publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Experience in supervising PG dissertations and/or doctoral research.
• Professional experience as an advocate, or engagement with courts, regulatory bodies, government institutions, or civil society organizations.

Job Description

• Offer courses as per Institute norms.
• Assist in academic and programme administration (seminars, workshops, research coordination, student mentoring).
• Work in interdisciplinary academic environments.
• Based out of both Hyderabad and Mumbai campuses (at least one semester in Mumbai).

Pay Scale

Position	Pay Scale
Assistant Professor	Entry pay of ₹ 57,700/- in Academic Pay Level 10 (as per 7th CPC)

Position 2: Post Doctoral Fellow

Educational Qualification

Essential:

• Ph.D. degree in Law / Law and Economics / Law and Public Policy / Any other interdisciplinary discipline with explicit focus on Law, Legislative and Legal aspects of Public Policy.
• Provisional Certificate may be accepted if the degree is not yet awarded.

Category	Minimum Marks at PG Level
General	55%
SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / PwBD / Transgender	50% (5% relaxation)

Age Limit:

Category	Maximum Age
General	35 Years
SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / PwBD / Transgender / Women	40 Years (5 years relaxation)

Desirable Qualification

• Research interest at the intersection of law and public policy (welfare policy, law and economics, regulatory and governance frameworks).
• Strong grounding in public law, regulatory law, or policy analysis.
• Evidence of quality research output (peer-reviewed journals, policy briefs, working papers).
• Familiarity with interdisciplinary research methods (doctrinal, empirical, qualitative, or mixed methods).
• Willingness to undertake academic coordination and programme administration.

Job Description

• Undertake research on law and welfare policy, law and economics, or law and regulatory governance.
• Contribute to teaching support at the postgraduate level.
• Assist in academic and programme administration.
• Work across Hyderabad and Mumbai campuses.

Compensation

Position	Monthly Fellowship
Post Doctoral Fellow	₹ 80,000/- (consolidated) with annual increment (if extended after one year) as per Institute norms

TISS Hyderabad & MF Recruitment 2026– Vacancy Details

Sl. No.	Position	No. of Posts	Location
1.	Assistant Professor – Law and Public Policy	01	Hyderabad & Mumbai (Joint Appointment)
2.	Post Doctoral Fellow	01	Hyderabad & Mumbai (Joint Supervision)

TISS Hyderabad & MF Recruitment 2026– How To Apply

1. Visit Official Website: Go to www.tiss.edu.
2. Navigate: Find the advertisement link for “Assistant Professor – Law and Public Policy & Post Doctoral Fellow”.
3. Click “Apply Now”: Use the online application link provided along with the advertisement on the Institute’s website.
4. Fill Application: Enter personal, educational, and experience details carefully.
5. Upload Documents: Upload scanned photograph, signature, and other required documents.
6. Pay Fee: Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
7. Submit: Submit the application before 30 June 2026.
8. Print: Take a printout of the acknowledgment of the online application for future reference.

TISS Hyderabad & MF Recruitment 2026– Important Web-Links

Online Application Form	Click Here
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Official Website	Click Here

TISS Hyderabad & MF Recruitment 2026– Selection Process

Stage	Process
Stage 1	Application Screening / Shortlisting
Stage 2	Presentation
Stage 3	Personal Interview

• Only shortlisted candidates will be communicated via email for presentation and interview.
• The Institute reserves the right to invite persons for interview who may not have applied.
• Merely possessing prescribed qualifications does not entitle a candidate to be called for interview.

TISS Hyderabad & MF Recruitment 2026 – Important Instructions

• The post is unreserved (UR), but candidates belonging to reserved categories can apply.
• Candidates who applied earlier vide Advt. No. ADVT/TISS-HYD/ACAD/2026 dated 24.04.2026 need not apply again.
• Candidates under employment must bring No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer to appear for the interview.
• No TA/DA is payable for appearing for the interview.
• The selected candidate must join within 15 days of selection.
• The Institute reserves the right to relax qualifications and age for deserving candidates.
• Canvassing in any form is strictly prohibited and will lead to debarment.
• In case of any inadvertent error, the Institute reserves the right to modify/withdraw/cancel any communication.

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TISS Hyderabad & MF Recruitment 2026– FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for TISS Faculty Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 30 June 2026.

Q2. How many vacancies are available?
There are 02 vacancies – 01 Assistant Professor & 01 Post Doctoral Fellow.

Q3. What is the educational qualification for Assistant Professor?
Master’s degree in Law with 55% marks + NET OR Ph.D. as per UGC Regulations.

Q4. What is the salary for Assistant Professor?
Entry pay of ₹ 57,700/- in Academic Pay Level 10 (7th CPC).

Q5. What is the compensation for Post Doctoral Fellow?
₹ 80,000/- per month (consolidated) with annual increment.

Q6. What is the age limit for Post Doctoral Fellow?
Maximum 35 years for General category (5 years relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Women/Transgender).

Q7. What is the application fee?
₹ 1,000/- for General/OBC candidates. SC/ST/PwBD and Women candidates are exempted.

Q8. Where will the selected candidates be posted?
Both positions are joint appointments across TISS Hyderabad and TISS Mumbai campuses.

Q9. What is the nature of employment?
The positions are contractual initially for one year, with a possibility of extension based on performance and availability of funds.

Q10. Can I apply if I have already applied earlier?
Candidates who applied vide Advt. dated 24.04.2026 need not apply again.

Q11. Will I get TA/DA for the interview?
No, no TA/DA will be paid.

Q12. What is the selection process?
Shortlisting → Presentation → Interview.