Tata Institute of Social Sciences
— Department of Sociology
Live: Online Application Form & Official Notification Active
Deadline: 16 Sep 2026
Organization
Tata Institute of Social Sciences
Post Name
Assistant Professor in Sociology
Total Vacancies
1 Posts
Mode of Recruitment
Online Application
Pay Scale / Salary
Rs. 57,700/- per month (Academic Pay Level 10, 7th...
Qualification
Master's Degree with 55% marks in Sociology + NET/...
Application Deadline
16 Sep 2026
| Post Name | Assistant Professor in Sociology |
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| Total Vacancies | 1 |
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| Qualification | Master's Degree with 55% marks in Sociology + NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. |
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| Age Limit | Age relaxation applicable for candidates holding comparable positions or relevant experience |
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| Salary | Rs. 57,700/- per month (Academic Pay Level 10, 7th CPC) |
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| Application Fee | General/OBC: Rs. 1000/- | SC/ST/PwD: Rs. 250/- | Women: Exempted |
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| Selection Process | Academic Shortlisting, Presentation, Personal Interview, and Document Verification |
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TISS Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Notification Summary
Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) has published an official recruitment notification (Advt No: ADVT/ACAD/TISS-GC/SEPT/2026) for the post of Assistant Professor in Sociology on a contract basis. Qualified candidates holding a Master's Degree in Sociology with UGC NET/SLET/SET or a Ph.D. are eligible to apply. Online applications are accepted on the TISS recruitment portal until 16th September 2026.
TISS Assistant Professor Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Title | Specialization | Total Vacancies | Employment Type |
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| Assistant Professor | Sociology | 01 | Contractual |
Pay Scale & Level
Selected candidates will receive an entry pay of Rs. 57,700/- in Academic Pay Level 10 as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) guidelines, along with applicable institutional allowances.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualifications
- Option A: Master’s degree with minimum 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in Sociology from a recognized Indian University or an accredited foreign university AND cleared UGC NET / CSIR NET / SLET / SET.
- Candidates awarded a Ph.D. in accordance with UGC Regulations 2009 or 2016 are exempted from NET/SLET/SET requirements.
- Option B: Ph.D. degree obtained from a foreign university/institution ranked among top 500 in the World University Rankings (QS, THE, or ARWU) at any time.
Desirable Experience
Preference will be given to candidates possessing a Ph.D. in Sociology and having 2 or more years of teaching/research experience at university or academic institutional level.
Application Fee Structure
| Category | Application Fee |
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| General / OBC Candidates | Rs. 1,000/- |
| SC / ST / PwD Candidates | Rs. 250/- |
| Women Candidates (All Categories) | Exempted (Nil) |
Selection Process
The recruitment process for TISS Assistant Professor comprises the following stages:
- Shortlisting: Based on academic qualifications, NET/Ph.D. status, and research publications.
- Presentation & Offline Interview: Shortlisted candidates will participate in a academic presentation followed by a personal interview scheduled in the third week of September 2026.
- Document Verification: Final verification of original certificates and credentials before appointment.
How to Apply for TISS Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official TISS job portal at
recruitment.tiss.edu. - Locate Advertisement No: ADVT/ACAD/TISS-GC/SEPT/2026.
- Complete the candidate registration with a valid email address and mobile number.
- Fill out the application form with personal details, educational qualifications, and research experience.
- Upload required credentials including marksheet copies, NET/Ph.D. certificate, experience certificates, passport photograph, and signature.
- Pay the required application fee through the online payment gateway.
- Submit the completed application form and retain a printed copy for future reference.
Applications must be submitted online at recruitment.tiss.edu before 16 September 2026. Register, fill personal and qualification details, upload mandatory certificates, pay applicable fee, and submit.
