TISS Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 16 Posts

Post Date / Last Update

7 October 2026 | 4:59 PM

Short Information

Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) has invited online applications from eligible Indian citizens for 16 Non-Teaching posts across its Mumbai, Tuljapur, Guwahati and Hyderabad campuses.

The recruitment includes posts such as Deputy Registrar, Deputy Librarian, Assistant Librarian, Assistant Registrar, Assistant Manager (Publication), System Analyst-cum-Programmer, Health Officer, Field Work Coordinator, Counsellor, Section Officer and Section Officer (Security). Eligible candidates can apply online up to 9 November 2026.

Recruitment – Key Details

• Recruiting Organisation: Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS)
• Advertisement No.: TISS/NON-TEACHING POSITIONS/2026/02
• Recruitment Type: Non-Teaching Recruitment
• Total Vacancies: 16
• Nationality: Indian
• Application Mode: Online
• Job Locations: Mumbai, Tuljapur, Guwahati and Hyderabad
• Last Date: 9 November 2026
• Pay Levels: Level-12, Academic Level-12, Academic Level-10, Level-10 and Level-7 under 7th CPC

Vacancy Details

• Deputy Registrar, Mumbai: 2 Posts
• Deputy Librarian, Hyderabad: 1 Post
• Assistant Librarian, Mumbai: 1 Post
• Assistant Registrar, Mumbai: 1 Post
• Assistant Registrar, Tuljapur: 1 Post
• Assistant Registrar, Guwahati: 1 Post
• Assistant Manager (Publication), Mumbai: 1 Post
• System Analyst-cum-Programmer, Mumbai: 1 Post
• Health Officer, Tuljapur: 1 Post
• Field Work Coordinator, Mumbai: 1 Post
• Counsellor, Mumbai: 1 Post
• Section Officer, Mumbai: 2 Posts
• Section Officer (Security), Mumbai: 1 Post

Total: 16 Posts

Note: One of the two Deputy Registrar posts is on deputation, initially for one year. The candidate may be considered for absorption subject to administrative requirements and availability of the post.

Educational Qualification

Deputy Registrar

• Master's Degree with at least 55% marks or equivalent Grade 'B' in the UGC seven-point scale.
• One of the prescribed experience routes is required:
  • 9 years as Assistant Professor in Academic Level 10 or above with experience in educational administration; or
  • Comparable experience in a research establishment/higher education institution; or
  • 5 years of administrative experience as Assistant Registrar in Pay Level 10 or equivalent.
• For deputation, officers holding analogous posts on a regular basis or having 5 years of regular service in Pay Level 11 are eligible as specified.
• One Deputy Registrar position requires specialisation in Finance/Accounts, Audit and related fields.

Deputy Librarian

• Master's Degree in Library Science, Information Science or Documentation Science with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade.
• 8 years of experience as Assistant University Librarian/College Librarian.
• Evidence of innovative library services, including ICT integration.
• Ph.D. in Library Science, Information Science, Documentation Science, Archives and Manuscript Keeping or Computerization of Library.

Assistant Librarian

• Master's Degree in Library Science, Information Science, Documentation or equivalent professional degree with at least 55% marks.
• Consistently good academic record.
• Knowledge of library computerization.
• Must have cleared NET/SLET/SET or possess a Ph.D. in accordance with the applicable regulations.

Assistant Registrar

• Master's Degree with at least 55% marks or equivalent Grade 'B' in the UGC seven-point scale.

Assistant Manager (Publications)

• Master's Degree in Social Sciences with at least 55% marks or equivalent Grade 'B'.
• 10 years of experience, including at least 7 years in the publishing or public relations industry.
• Proficiency in computerised administrative systems.
• Good writing and social media skills.
• Knowledge of DTP programmes such as Corel Ventura, CorelDRAW, Adobe InDesign and QuarkXPress, as well as online platforms.

System Analyst-cum-Programmer

Candidates should have any one of the following:

• First Class M.E./M.Tech. in Computer Science & Technology/Information Technology with 2 years of relevant experience; or
• First Class MCA with 2 years of relevant experience; or
• First Class M.Sc. in Computer Science/Information Technology with 3 years of relevant experience.

Health Officer

• MBBS recognised by the Medical Council of India.
• Registration with MCI/State Medical Council.
• 3 years of working experience in a hospital attached to a medical college or a corporate hospital.

Field Work Coordinator

• Master's Degree in Social Work with at least 55% marks or equivalent Grade 'B'.
• 15 years of experience in field work.

Counsellor

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Counselling or Applied Psychology.
• 10 years of experience in counselling adolescent students.
• Strong leadership, administrative, written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to plan and conduct training programmes.

Section Officer

• Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognised Institute/University.
• 3 years of supervisory-level experience in Pay Level 6 in Administration, Establishment, Finance or Academic matters in a University, higher education/research institution, PSU or Government organisation.

Section Officer (Security)

Candidates should meet either of the prescribed routes:

• Bachelor's Degree in any stream with 5 years of experience as Security Supervisor/Supervisory position in security in a Government office, educational institution or reputed private organisation with annual turnover of ₹200 crore or above; or
• Former Army/uniformed service personnel at JCO level or equivalent or above, with 10th standard pass/Army Class I or equivalent qualification and a valid LMV/Motor Cycle driving licence.

Required Experience

Experience requirements vary by post and are an important part of eligibility.

• Deputy Registrar: prescribed senior academic/administrative experience.
• Deputy Librarian: 8 years.
• Assistant Manager (Publications): 10 years, including 7 years in publishing/public relations.
• System Analyst-cum-Programmer: 2 or 3 years depending on qualification route.
• Health Officer: 3 years.
• Field Work Coordinator: 15 years.
• Counsellor: 10 years.
• Section Officer: 3 years at supervisory level.
• Section Officer (Security): 5 years of security supervisory experience under the specified route, or qualifying uniformed-service experience.

Age Limit

The upper age limits for direct recruitment are as follows:

• Deputy Registrar: 50 years
• Deputy Librarian: 50 years
• Assistant Librarian: 40 years
• Assistant Registrar: 45 years
• Assistant Manager (Publications): 45 years
• System Analyst-cum-Programmer: 45 years
• Health Officer: 45 years
• Field Work Coordinator: 45 years
• Counsellor: 45 years
• Section Officer: 40 years
• Section Officer (Security): 40 years

The age is to be determined as on the closing date of the advertisement.

Age Relaxation

• SC/ST/OBC (Central List)/PwBD/Ex-servicemen: relaxation as per applicable Government of India orders.
• Regular service employees: relaxation up to 5 years or the number of years of service, whichever is less, subject to the prescribed conditions.
• Permanent internal employees: age relaxation up to Pay Level 9, provided they possess the required qualification and experience.

Application Fee

• UR: ₹2,000
• OBC / EWS / Women: ₹1,500
• SC / ST: ₹1,000
• PwBD: ₹500

The application fee is non-refundable. Applications without the required fee or with short payment will not be considered.

Salary / Pay Scale

• Deputy Registrar: Level-12
• Deputy Librarian: Academic Level-12
• Assistant Librarian: Academic Level-10
• Assistant Registrar: Level-10
• Assistant Manager (Publications): Level-10
• System Analyst-cum-Programmer: Level-10
• Health Officer: Level-10
• Field Work Coordinator: Level-10
• Counsellor: Level-10
• Section Officer: Level-7
• Section Officer (Security): Level-7

Selection Process

The supplied recruitment details do not provide a complete post-wise selection scheme. Candidates should refer to the official TISS recruitment advertisement for the applicable screening, written test, interview or other selection stages.

Important Dates

• Application Start: From the date of advertisement in Employment News
• Last Date to Apply Online: 9 November 2026
• Last Date: May be extended if specified in the Employment News advertisement

How to Apply

• Visit the official TISS website.
• Read Advertisement No. TISS/NON-TEACHING POSITIONS/2026/02 carefully.
• Check the qualification, experience and age requirements for the desired post.
• Submit a separate online application for each post if applying for more than one position.
• Enter all required personal, educational and professional details.
• Upload scanned copies of certificates, marksheets, photograph, signature and applicable category/PwBD certificates as prescribed.
• Pay the applicable application fee online.
• Submit the application before 9 November 2026.
• Keep a printout of the submitted application form and email acknowledgement for future reference.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready, as applicable:

• Educational qualification certificates
• Marksheets
• Experience certificates
• Photograph
• Signature
• Category certificate
• PwBD certificate
• OBC/EWS certificate for the applicable financial year
• NET/SLET/SET/Ph.D. documents, wherever applicable
• NOC from the parent organisation for serving candidates
• Vigilance Clearance Certificate for applicable serving candidates
• Other documents specified for the respective post

Important Instructions

• Only online applications will be accepted.
• Candidates applying for more than one post must submit separate applications for each post.
• SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwBD candidates applying against unreserved vacancies will not receive category-specific age relaxation or other applicable relaxations.
• Candidates applying against OBC/EWS vacancies must upload a valid certificate for the current financial year issued by the competent authority.
• Candidates already working with Central/State Government, Centrally funded autonomous bodies, Universities or PSUs must submit the prescribed Vigilance Clearance Certificate and NOC at the written test/interview stage.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
• Canvassing or attempting to bring political or other influence will result in disqualification.
• Any legal proceedings or disputes will fall under the jurisdiction of the High Court, Mumbai.

Official Website / Apply Link

• TISS Official Website: https://www.tiss.ac.in/
• Recruiting Organisation: Tata Institute of Social Sciences, VN Purav Marg, Deonar, Mumbai – 400088
• Advertisement No.: TISS/NON-TEACHING POSITIONS/2026/02

Important: Candidates should read the complete official TISS recruitment advertisement before applying, especially for post-specific qualification, experience, deputation conditions, selection procedure and document requirements.

Application Start: From the date of advertisement in Employment News Last Date to Apply Online: 9 November 2026 Last Date: May be extended if specified in the Employment News advertisement

Educational qualification certificates Marksheets Experience certificates Photograph Signature Category certificate PwBD certificate OBC/EWS certificate for the applicable financial year NET/SLET/SET/Ph.D. documents, wherever applicable NOC from the parent organisation for serving candidates Vigilance Clearance Certificate for applicable serving candidates Other documents specified for the respective post

Visit the official TISS website. Read Advertisement No. TISS/NON-TEACHING POSITIONS/2026/02 carefully. Check the qualification, experience and age requirements for the desired post. Submit a separate online application for each post if applying for more than one position. Enter all required personal, educational and professional details. Upload scanned copies of certificates, marksheets, photograph, signature and applicable category/PwBD certificates as prescribed. Pay the applicable application fee online. Submit the application before 9 November 2026. Keep a printout of the submitted application form and email acknowledgement for future reference.