Overview
Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) Tuljapur invites applications for project-based positions related to a baseline survey of mining-affected communities in Yavatmal District. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates interested in social research and community development.
Organization: Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Tuljapur Off-Campus (TISS Tuljapur)
Total Vacancies: 12 Posts
Post Type: Research Officer, Research Assistant, Research Intern, Admin cum Account Assistant
Job Type: Contract (3-4 months duration)
Application Mode: Online only
Official Website: tiss.ac.in
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 10-01-2026 |
| Start of Online Application | 10-01-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 15-01-2026 |
| Interview Date | 17-01-2026 at 10:30 AM (Online Mode) |
📍 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Number of Posts | Contract Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Research Officer | 01 (may increase) | 3 months |
| Research Assistant | 05 | 4 months |
| Research Intern | 05 | 4 months |
| Admin cum Account Assistant | 01 | 3 months (extendable by 2 months) |
Total: 12 Posts
Project: Baseline Survey of Mining-Affected Communities in Yavatmal District in collaboration with District Mineral Foundation Trust, Government of Maharashtra.
🎓 Educational Qualifications
Research Officer
- Essential: M.Sc/MA/MS (M.Phil/PhD candidates preferred)
- Skills Required: Good knowledge of basic statistical techniques and statistical software (STATA/SPSS)
- Language: Excellent written and oral communication in Marathi and English (preference for Marathi proficiency in project report writing)
Research Assistant
- Essential: MA in Social Work, Rural Development, Sociology, Economics OR Post Graduate in any discipline
- Skills Required: Good knowledge of data entry in statistical software
- Language: Good written and oral communication in Marathi and English (preference for proficiency in both languages for report writing)
Research Intern
- Essential: Any Graduation OR Master of Arts/Social Work (Pursuing)
- Skills Required: Good at case studies, conducting FGDs and data collection
- Language: Good written and oral communication in Marathi and English (preference for Marathi proficiency)
Admin cum Account Assistant
- Essential: Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (B.Com.) with one year work experience in accounting
- Additional Requirements:
- English Typewriting 30 wpm
- Marathi Typewriting 30 wpm
- MS-CIT – Computer Literacy completed
- Preference for Tally Certificate course completion
- Good knowledge of accounts, ERP environment, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Language: Good written and oral communication in Marathi and English
💰 Stipend / Salary Details (per month)
| Post | Monthly Payment | Additional Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Research Officer | ₹50,000/- (Consolidated) | Traveling expenses during data collection by public transport |
| Research Assistant | ₹30,000/- (Consolidated) | Traveling expenses during data collection by public transport |
| Research Intern | ₹10,000/- (Consolidated) | Traveling expenses during data collection by public transport |
| Admin cum Account Assistant | ₹20,000/- (Consolidated) | – |
🎯 Selection Process
Interview: Online personal interview will be conducted on 17-01-2026 at 10:30 AM.
Process:
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email
- Document verification at the time of joining
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview
Documents Required for Verification:
- Educational qualification certificates (photocopies + originals)
- Work experience certificates (if applicable)
- ID proof (self-attested photocopies + originals)
⏳ Age Limit
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Research Officer | Preferably below 45 years |
| Research Assistant | Preferably below 30 years |
| Research Intern | 30 years |
| Admin cum Account Assistant | Below 45 years |
Note: The institute may relax age limits for candidates with comparable positions in reputed universities/research institutions.
📑 How to Apply
Step-by-step Application Process:
- Visit the Google Form link: https://forms.gle/js6g2qji8qgG6maY7
- Fill in all required details accurately
- Provide your valid email ID (mandatory for communication)
- Upload the following documents in SINGLE PDF format:
- Application form (Annexure-1)
- Resume/CV
- Submit the online application
For Selected Candidates Only:
- After selection, email all educational documents in SINGLE PDF to: project.tisst@tiss.edu
- Join immediately after selection with acceptance email
- Bring ‘No Objection Certificate’ if currently employed
Important Notes:
- Applications through any other mode will NOT be considered
- Only complete applications with all documents will be processed
- Selected candidates must join immediately, otherwise waitlisted candidates will be given opportunity
⚙️ Key Documents Required
For Online Application:
- Filled Application Form (Annexure-1)
- Updated Resume/CV
- Email ID (mandatory)
For Document Verification (Selected Candidates):
- Educational certificates (originals + self-attested photocopies)
- Work experience certificates (if applicable)
- Valid ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID)
- Tally Certificate (for Admin cum Account Assistant, if available)
- No Objection Certificate (for employed candidates)
Upload Format: All documents must be in SINGLE PDF file
📘 Important Links
| Link | Action |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (Google Form) | Apply Now |
| Official Notification PDF | Download |
| Official Website | Visit |
| Email for Documents | project.tisst@tiss.edu |
⚠️ Important Instructions
- The institute reserves the right to relax qualifications based on work experience
- Age relaxation may be provided for persons holding comparable positions in reputed institutions
- The institute may invite candidates for interview who haven’t applied through this procedure
- The institute is not obligated to fill all advertised vacancies
- No queries or correspondence regarding call letters or selection will be entertained
- Canvassing in any form is strictly prohibited and will lead to disqualification
- Candidates currently employed must bring NOC from their employer
- Selected candidates must join immediately after acceptance
For queries, contact: project.tisst@tiss.edu
Apply before 15-01-2026! Interview on 17-01-2026 at 10:30 AM (Online)
