TISS Recruitment 2026 – Research Assistant and Field Investigator Posts
The Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) has released an official advertisement inviting applications from eligible candidates for recruitment of Research Assistant and Field Investigator under an ICSSR funded research project titled “Families and the Impact of Inter-Ethnic Conflict in Manipur.” These positions are purely contractual and time-bound. Interested candidates must carefully review all eligibility conditions, application instructions, and important dates before submitting their application.
Organization Details
| Organization Name | Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) |
| Hindi Name | टाटा सामाजिक विज्ञान संस्थान (टीआईएसएस) |
| Organization Address | VN Purav Marg, Deonar, Mumbai, 400088 |
| Country | India |
| Nature of Institution | Declared as a Deemed to be University under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956 and a grant-in-aid institute under the Ministry of Education, Government of India |
| Notification Date | 11 March 2026 |
| File Number | 79/2025-26/ICSSR/RP/FFSI/ST |
Job Designations
| Designation (English) | Designation (Hindi) | Number of Posts | Monthly Salary |
| Research Assistant | अनुसंधान सहायक | 01 | Rs. 37,000 per month |
| Field Investigator | फील्ड अन्वेषक / क्षेत्रीय अन्वेषक | 02 | Rs. 20,000 per month |
Job Location Details
| City | Guwahati (Interview Venue) and Fieldwork Areas in Manipur |
| State | Assam (Interview Venue) / Manipur (Field Work) |
| Country | India |
| Postal Code | 781013 |
| Street Address | Room – Seminar Hall, First Floor, Admin Block,
Tata Institute of Social Sciences,
Guwahati Off-Campus, Tetelia Road, Jalukbari,
Guwahati, Assam – 781013 |
Employment Type
The positions are Purely Contractual and Time Bound and are offered under an ICSSR funded research project.
Project Details
The recruitment is being conducted for the research project titled: “Families and the Impact of Inter-Ethnic Conflict in Manipur.”
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for Research Assistant
- Master’s Degree in any Social Science discipline with at least 55% marks.
- Ph.D. / M.Phil. / NET qualification preferred.
- Minimum one year research experience.
Desirable Skills
- Expertise in writing and editing.
- Knowledge of SPSS.
- Ability to proof-read research reports and manuscripts.
Eligibility for Field Investigator
- Master’s Degree in any Social Science discipline with at least 55% marks.
- Preference will be given to candidates familiar with fieldwork.
- Candidates trained in Anthropology, Sociology, or allied disciplines will be preferred.
Desirable Skills
- Experience in fieldwork-based data collection in Imphal and nearby areas.
- Knowledge of local Manipuri and Kuki tribal language or dialect.
Work Profile
Responsibilities of Research Assistant
- Oversee the work of appointed field investigators.
- Maintain all administrative and financial records related to the project.
- Conduct field visits to verify the collected data.
- Finalize the research report.
- Carry out other project-related assignments as directed by the Project Director.
Responsibilities of Field Investigator
- Conduct literature review related to the research project.
- Carry out comprehensive fieldwork to collect data.
- Submit reports of field visits.
- Perform project assignments as directed by the Research Assistant or Project Director.
All incumbents must be ready for extensive travelling for conducting fieldwork in all the IDP Camps located in Imphal East, Imphal West, Kangpokpi and Churachandpur districts of Manipur.
Important Dates
| Last Date of Application | 31 March 2026 (through email) |
| Shortlisting Intimation | By 5 April 2026 |
| Interview Date | 13 April 2026 |
| Interview Time | 10:00 AM |
| Final Result Declaration | 17 April 2026 |
| Expected Joining Date | 1 May 2026 |
Selection Process
- Screening of applications.
- Shortlisting of candidates.
- Offline Interview.
- Final selection based on candidate’s antecedents and performance in the interview.
No TA / DA will be provided for attending the interview.
Leave, Notice Period and Service Conditions
| Accommodation | No accommodation will be provided by the institute during the engagement period. |
| Total Leave | 30 days during the entire tenure of engagement. |
| Notice Period | 7 days. |
| Service Termination | In case of un-informed absenteeism of two or more days, indiscipline, lack of work output, or involvement in activities not in the interest of the project or institute. |
Important Instructions
- Separate applications must be submitted for each post.
- Incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed about the interview via email by 5 April 2026.
- The interview will be conducted in offline mode.
- Selection will be based on candidate credentials and interview performance.
- Selected candidates must be ready to join from 1 May 2026.
- The institute or project director reserves the right not to fill any or all of the advertised vacancies.
How to Apply
- Print the application form and fill it carefully.
- Scan the filled application along with necessary documents such as PG marksheet, PG passing certificate, Ph.D. / M.Phil. / NET certificate, and experience certificate.
- Combine all scanned files into a single PDF document.
- Send the PDF file via email to the project email address mentioned below.
Application Email: projecticssr01@gmail.com
Contact Information
| Email | projecticssr01@gmail.com |
| Helpline Telephone Number | 0361-2739500 |
