Ratan Tata Maharashtra State Skills University (RTMSSU), a skills-focused state university in Mumbai, has announced recruitment for the post of Senior Consultant - Innovation on a contract basis, with a single vacancy on offer. The role involves driving innovation, entrepreneurship and incubation activities across the university, building industry and start-up linkages, and supporting students and faculty in turning ideas into viable ventures.
RTMSSU Recruitment 2026 - Senior Consultant Posts
Posted 02 Oct 2026Updated 02 Oct 2026RTMSSU/2026/NT/03
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
06 Oct
Closed
Apply Mode
Online
Contract
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Applications closed on 06 Oct 2026
- Notification29 Sept
- Applications Open29 Sept
- Applications Closed06 Oct
About RTMSSU Senior Consultant Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Ratan Tata Maharashtra State Skills University
- Advertisement No.
- RTMSSU/2026/NT/03
- Post Name
- Senior Consultant - Innovation
- Job Location
- Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Who Can Apply
- The candidate must be citizen of India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- Minimum 8-10 years of relevant professional experience in innovation, entrepreneurship, incubation, start-ups, industry collaboration, technology management, or a related field.
Vacancy Breakdown
Senior Consultant - Innovation
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Senior Consultant - Innovation | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Senior Consultant - Innovation - Qualification and Experience
A Master's degree in Event Management, Engineering, Technology, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Design, or a related discipline from a recognized University/Institution. Relevant professional experience in innovation, entrepreneurship, incubation, start-ups, industry collaboration, technology management, or a related field. A minimum of 8-10 years of experience.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Senior Consultant - Innovation - Qualification and Experience | A Master's degree in Event Management, Engineering, Technology, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Design, or a related discipline from a recognized University/Institution. Relevant professional experience in innovation, entrepreneurship, incubation, start-ups, industry collaboration, technology management, or a related field. A minimum of 8-10 years of experience. |
Selection Process
- 1Short-listing
Aspirants are short-listed; if the number of applicants is large the University may short-list in any manner it considers appropriate.
- 2Written Examination
May be conducted if applicable, at the University's discretion, when there are a large number of aspirants.
- 3Document Verification
Self-attested copies of educational and professional qualifications and experience are verified after the interview.
- 4Interview
Personal interview conducted by the university committee; candidates in government or autonomous body service must bring APARs/ACRs, Vigilance Clearance Certificate and Integrity Certificate.
How to Apply
- 1Open the online application link in the Career section of the university website at the official website
- 2Fill in every field of the online application form and write NOT APPLICABLE (NA) where a particular does not apply
- 3Upload self-attested copies of educational and professional qualification and experience documents
- 4Submit the completed form on or before 6 October 2026, 18:15 hours
- 5Save or print a copy of the submitted application for future reference
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Self-attested copies of educational and professional qualifications and experience certificates
•APARs/ACRs for the last 5 years (all APARs/ACRs if service is less than 5 years)
•Vigilance Clearance Certificate and Integrity Certificate from the present employer for those in government service
•NOC at the time of document verification
Important Details
- The post is on a contractual basis and the advertised vacancy is provisional and liable to vary, including reduction to nil.
- Candidates already in employment with a Government Department, Autonomous Body or University under the Central or State Government must apply through the proper channel and submit attested copies of ACRs/APARs for the last 5 years, a Vigilance Clearance Certificate and an Integrity Certificate from the present employer at the time of interview, along with an NOC confirming that no disciplinary or vigilance case is pending or contemplated.
- Educational qualifications, age, experience and other eligibility conditions are determined as on the closing date of applications.
- Incomplete applications are rejected and no additional documents are accepted after the form is submitted.
- No TA/DA is paid for appearing in the interview or selection.
Job Description
- Develop and implement strategies, programmes and initiatives to promote innovation, entrepreneurship, creativity and problem-solving across the University
- Coordinate and support innovation and entrepreneurship activities across University Centres and academic programmes
- Identify, nurture and facilitate promising student and faculty ideas, projects, prototypes and start-up initiatives
- Establish and strengthen linkages with industries, start-ups, incubators, accelerators, innovation centres, investors and other ecosystem partners
- Facilitate innovation challenges, hackathons, ideations, design-thinking programmes, workshops, seminars, boot camps and entrepreneurship development programmes
- Develop programmes to help students convert innovative ideas into prototypes, products, services and viable business opportunities
- Support the establishment and functioning of innovation and incubation facilities and centres within the University
- Identify opportunities for industry collaboration, technology transfer, joint projects, consultancy and sponsored innovation initiatives
- Assist students and faculty in applying for grants, competitions, fellowships, incubation programmes and government or industry-supported innovation schemes
- Build and maintain a network of mentors, entrepreneurs, industry experts, investors, incubators and innovation professionals
- Organise mentoring and capacity-building programmes for students, faculty and aspiring entrepreneurs
- Monitor, document and report progress and outcomes of innovation and entrepreneurship initiatives
- Prepare reports, proposals, presentations, concept notes and strategic documents
- Represent the University at innovation, entrepreneurship, industry, academic and government forums
- Stay updated with emerging technologies, innovation trends, start-up ecosystems and government initiatives and recommend relevant initiatives
Conversion of CGPA to Percentage
Where the mark sheet itself gives a procedure for converting grade points to percentage, that procedure is adopted. Otherwise the Grade Point is taken on a 10-point scale and the cumulative grade point average is converted as Percentage of Marks = 10 x CGPA.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do candidates already working in a government department or university need to apply through proper channel?
Yes. Such candidates must apply through the proper channel and produce an NOC at the time of document verification confirming that no disciplinary or vigilance case is pending or contemplated.
Is a written examination part of the selection?
A written examination may be conducted only if the University decides to hold one, for instance when a large number of aspirants apply. Short-listing, document verification and interview are the other stages.
Are travel expenses paid for attending the interview?
No. No TA or DA is paid in connection with the submission of the application form or for appearing in the interview or selection.
Can the application be edited after final submission?
No. Changes in the application after final submission are not allowed, and no additional documents are accepted after the form is submitted.
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