TISS Counsellor Recruitment 2026 - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

TISS Counsellor Recruitment 2026 - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

TISS Counsellor Recruitment 2026: Overview

The Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Counsellor post. This is a direct recruitment opportunity for qualified professionals in the field of Psychology and Social Work. The position is based at TISS Tuljapur, Maharashtra.

Recruitment Type

Direct Recruitment (Interview Based): This recruitment does not involve a written examination. The selection process is based on shortlisting of applications followed by a Personal Interaction/Interview.

Key Highlights

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)

Educational Qualification

• Required Degree: Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology/Counseling/Psychology OR Master's in Social Work (M.S.W) in Counseling.
• Marks Requirement: Must have at least 55% aggregate marks from a recognized University.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 4 years of work experience in counseling.
  • At least 2 years of experience counseling Bachelor's/Master's students in a college/university setting.
• Skills Required: Proficiency in English, Hindi, and Marathi language. Knowledge of report writing, Individual Counseling, and case study.

Age Limit

• Maximum Age: 50 years.
• Cut-off Date: Age is calculated as of 31-01-2026.
• Relaxation: The institute reserves the right to relax qualification/experience/age limits in exceptional cases, or for persons already holding analogous positions in Government/Research/Academic Institutions.

Mandatory Requirements

• Proficiency in English, Hindi, and Marathi languages is mandatory.
• Specific experience in student counseling is required.

Selection Process

Since this is a direct recruitment, there is no written exam. The selection involves the following stages:

1. Shortlisting of Applications: Based on eligibility and qualifications.
2. Personal Interaction/Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
3. Document Verification: Verification of original certificates and experience letters.

Application Fee

Payment Mode: Online (as per standard TISS application protocol).

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1. Visit the Official Website: Go to https://tiss.ac.in.
2. Navigate to Recruitment: Find the link for "TISS Counsellor Recruitment 2026" under the latest advertisements.
3. Fill Application Form: Enter personal, educational, and contact details carefully.
4. Upload Documents: Upload photograph, signature, and required certificates in the prescribed format.
5. Pay Application Fee: Pay the fee (Rs. 500/- or Rs. 125/-) via online mode.
6. Review & Submit: Check all details before final submission.
7. Save Copy: Take a printout or save the submitted application for future reference.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 16-02-2026
• Application Start Date: 16-02-2026
• Last Date to Submit Application: 28-02-2026
• Age as on: 31-01-2026

Important Links

• Download Official Notification PDF
• Apply Online Link (Available on Official Website)
• Official Website