- Contract-based positions for 11 months, extendable based on performance and institute requirements.
- Roles involve academic administrative support, student admissions, examinations, and convocation-related tasks.
- Work includes preparing degree certificates, processing requests for medals, shields, and awards.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and good written/oral communication skills in English are required.
TIS
Active Listing
🎓 Graduate
🎓 Master's Degree
Senior Administrative Assistant (Academic) and Administrative Assistant (Academic)
Tata Institute of Social Sciences
Total Vacancies
6
Job Location
Mumbai Campus
Apply Deadline
15 Sep 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) |
| Job Category | Administrative |
| Eligibility Qualification | Graduate (graduate), Master's Degree (masters-degree) |
| Number of Vacancies | 6 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹25,000 - ₹35,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 40 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | Minimum 1-5 years of secretarial work experience in specified fields. |
| Application Fee | - Application fee: Rs. 500/- for General/OBC candidates. - Application fee: Rs. 125/- for SC/ST/PWD candidates (with required certificate). - Women applicants are exempt from payment of application fees. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a Government-recognized institution with 5 years of secretarial work experience in HR Administration/Finance & Accounts/Academic/Purchase/School Secretariat.
- OR Master’s Degree in any discipline from a Government-recognized institution with 3 years of secretarial work experience in HR Administration/Finance & Accounts/Academic/Purchase/School Secretariat.
- Minimum English typing speed of 30 words per minute.
- Preferred: Work experience in academic administration, student admissions, examinations, or student management systems.
- OR Master’s Degree in any discipline from a Government-recognized institution with 3 years of secretarial work experience in HR Administration/Finance & Accounts/Academic/Purchase/School Secretariat.
- Minimum English typing speed of 30 words per minute.
- Preferred: Work experience in academic administration, student admissions, examinations, or student management systems.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for a Personal Interaction (interview) at TISS, Mumbai campus.
- Selection is based on performance in the interview and verification of documents.
- Candidates must produce a 'No Objection Certificate' from their current employer if employed.
- Selection is based on performance in the interview and verification of documents.
- Candidates must produce a 'No Objection Certificate' from their current employer if employed.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All
📂 Required Documents
- Xerox copies of educational qualification certificates, work experience certificates, and ID proof (self-attested).
- Original documents for verification at the time of the Personal Interaction.
- Original documents for verification at the time of the Personal Interaction.
💳 Application Fee Details
- Application fee: Rs. 500/- for General/OBC candidates.
- Application fee: Rs. 125/- for SC/ST/PWD candidates (with required certificate).
- Women applicants are exempt from payment of application fees.
- Application fee: Rs. 125/- for SC/ST/PWD candidates (with required certificate).
- Women applicants are exempt from payment of application fees.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the TISS Senior Administrative Assistant and Administrative Assistant positions?
The last date for online application submission is 15th September 2026.
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the Administrative Assistant (Academic) post at TISS?
There are 4 vacancies for the Administrative Assistant (Academic) post, which may increase or decrease.
Q.
What is the application fee for SC/ST/PWD candidates applying for these TISS positions?
The application fee for SC/ST/PWD candidates is Rs. 125/- if they attach the required certificate to the online application form.
Q.
Is there an application fee waiver for women applicants for these TISS posts?
Yes, women applicants are exempt from payment of application fees.
Q.
What is the consolidated salary for the Senior Administrative Assistant (Academic) position at TISS?
The consolidated salary for the Senior Administrative Assistant (Academic) position is Rs. 35,000/- per month.