TISS Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 - Notification, Eligibility, Salary, Last Date

TISS Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 01 Post (SLRCG)

1. Recruitment Overview

The Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Assistant Professor (Adhoc) post. This recruitment is specifically for the School of Law, Rights and Constitutional Governance (SLRCG).

This is a significant opportunity for academic professionals, especially in the field of Law (Criminal/Constitutional). Unlike typical competitive exams, this is a Direct Recruitment process based on academic merit, experience, and an online interview. The last date to submit the online application is 15-02-2026.

2. Key Highlights Table

3. Vacancy Details

4. Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Essential: LL.M. degree with 55% marks from an Indian University or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university.
• Eligibility Pathways (Candidates must have one of the following):
  • Qualified National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by UGC, SLET/SET (where SLET/SET is the minimum qualification for Assistant Professor).
  • OR Hold a Ph.D. Degree (with specific conditions).
  • OR Ph.D. degree from a foreign university ranked in the top 500 (QS/THE/ARWU rankings).

Experience (Desirable)

Minimum 3 years of teaching/research experience in the following areas at University/College level:

• Criminal/Constitutional Law
• Law & Indian Knowledge System
• Access to Justice

Age Limit & Relaxation

The notification text does not specify an upper age limit. Candidates should refer to the official notification PDF for any specific age criteria required by TISS norms.

5. Selection Process

Since this is Direct Recruitment (not an exam), the selection will be based on a multi-stage screening process:

1. Short-listing: Candidates will be shortlisted based on their qualifications, NET/Ph.D. status, and relevant teaching/research experience.
2. Online Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be required to appear for an online interview.
3. Document Verification: Final selection is subject to the verification of original documents.

6. Application Fee

7. How to Apply

1. Visit the official TISS website: https://tiss.ac.in.
2. Navigate to the "Recruitment/Careers" section and find the notification for ADVT/ACAD/TISS-SLRCG/DEC./2025.
3. Click on the "Apply Online" link.
4. Register and fill out the application form with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
5. Upload required documents (Photograph, Signature, Qualification Certificates) in the prescribed format.
6. Pay the application fee online via the payment gateway (if applicable).
7. Review all details carefully and submit the application on or before 15-02-2026.
8. Save/Print the submitted application form for future reference.

8. Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: 08-01-2026
• Last Date for Online Application: 15-02-2026
• Interview Date: To be communicated to shortlisted candidates.

9. Important Links

• Official Notification PDF: Download Here
• Apply Online Link: Click here to Apply (Note: Use the link provided in the official notification)
• Official Website: https://tiss.ac.in