- Applications are invited for two contractual positions under the Prayas project, a field action initiative of the Centre for Criminology and Justice, School of Social Work, TISS.
- Prayas focuses on socio-legal and economic rehabilitation of marginalized groups, including those at risk of criminalization, commercial sexual exploitation, and destitution.
- Positions are based at TISS, Mumbai Campus and involve fieldwork, research, documentation, and communication tasks.
- Duration: 12 months for each position.
- Remuneration: ₹70,000 per month (inclusive of Travel Allowance).
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🎓 M.Phil.
🎓 Ph.D.
Senior Research Officer and Senior Documentation & Communication Officer at Prayas, TISS
Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS)
Total Vacancies
2
Job Location
TISS, Mumbai Campus
Apply Deadline
31 Oct 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) (TISS) |
| Job Category | Other |
| Eligibility Qualification | M.Phil. (m.phil.), Ph.D. (ph.d.) |
| Number of Vacancies | 2 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹70,000 per month (inclusive of Travel Allowance). |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | • Senior Research Officer: 3 years in criminal justice/social work with marginalized populations. • Senior Documentation and Communication Officer: 3 years in criminal justice/social work with marginalized populations. |
| Application Fee | • General/OBC candidates: ₹500/- (online). • SC/ST/PWD candidates: ₹125/- (if attaching required certificate). • Women applicants: Fee waived. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
• Senior Research Officer: ['- Preferred qualification: M.Phil, Ph.D., or nearing completion of Ph.D.', '- Minimum experience: 3 years in criminal justice, social work, or related fields with marginalized populations.', '- Skills: Research (conceptualization, data collection, analysis, report writing, publication), qualitative/quantitative research software expertise, field-based research, and stakeholder engagement.', '- Language: Fluent in spoken Hindi and written/spoken English. Knowledge of Marathi is advantageous.', '- Other: Ability to work independently/team-based, meet deadlines, and travel within/across states.']
• Senior Documentation and Communication Officer: ['- Preferred qualification: M.Phil, Ph.D., or nearing completion of Ph.D.', '- Minimum experience: 3 years in criminal justice, social work, or related fields with marginalized populations.', '- Skills: Excellent writing in English, working knowledge of Hindi and Marathi, communication/team-building, and content creation (social media, newsletters, reports, podcasts, short films).', '- Other: Ability to work independently/team-based, coordinate data collation, and travel outside Mumbai when required.']
• Senior Documentation and Communication Officer: ['- Preferred qualification: M.Phil, Ph.D., or nearing completion of Ph.D.', '- Minimum experience: 3 years in criminal justice, social work, or related fields with marginalized populations.', '- Skills: Excellent writing in English, working knowledge of Hindi and Marathi, communication/team-building, and content creation (social media, newsletters, reports, podcasts, short films).', '- Other: Ability to work independently/team-based, coordinate data collation, and travel outside Mumbai when required.']
⚙️ Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on qualifications and experience.
- Personal Interaction (PI) at TISS, Mumbai. No online PI will be conducted.
- Verification of documents (educational certificates, work experience, ID proof) during PI.
- Personal Interaction (PI) at TISS, Mumbai. No online PI will be conducted.
- Verification of documents (educational certificates, work experience, ID proof) during PI.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All (unreserved, reserved categories can apply)
📂 Required Documents
- Self-attested Xerox copies of educational qualifications, work experience, and ID proof.
- Original documents for verification at the time of Personal Interaction.
- Original documents for verification at the time of Personal Interaction.
💳 Application Fee Details
• General/OBC candidates: ₹500/- (online).
• SC/ST/PWD candidates: ₹125/- (if attaching required certificate).
• Women applicants: Fee waived.
• SC/ST/PWD candidates: ₹125/- (if attaching required certificate).
• Women applicants: Fee waived.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the Senior Research Officer and Senior Documentation & Communication Officer roles at TISS?
There are 2 vacancies in total: 1 for Senior Research Officer and 1 for Senior Documentation and Communication Officer under the Prayas project.
Q.
What is the last date to apply for these positions at TISS?
The last date to submit the online application is 31 October 2026.
Q.
Is there an application fee for these roles, and how much?
Yes, the application fee is ₹500/- for General/OBC candidates. SC/ST/PWD candidates pay ₹125/- (with certificate), and women applicants are exempted from paying the fee.
Q.
What qualifications are preferred for these positions?
Candidates with M.Phil, Ph.D., or nearing completion of Ph.D. are preferred for both roles, along with 3 years of relevant experience in criminal justice or social work.
Q.
Will there be an online Personal Interaction (PI) for selection?
No, the Personal Interaction (PI) will be conducted in-person at TISS, Mumbai. No online PI will be entertained.