Tata Institute of Social Sciences, a deemed university based in Mumbai, has announced recruitment for the post of Administrative Assistant with eight vacancies in total. The positions are on a temporary contract basis at the Mumbai campus, where the selected candidates will handle secretarial, administrative and office support work across the institute's departments. This page covers the recruitment in full for interested applicants.
TISS Recruitment 2026 - Administrative Assistant Posts
Posted 01 Oct 2026Updated 01 Oct 2026ADVT/TISS/SAA&AA/P&A/SEPT./2026
Total Vacancies
8
Last Date
15 Oct
Closed
Apply Mode
Online
Contract
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Applications closed on 15 Oct 2026
- Notification28 Sept
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed15 Oct
About TISS Administrative Assistant Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Tata Institute of Social Sciences
- Advertisement No.
- ADVT/TISS/SAA&AA/P&A/SEPT./2026
- Post Name
- Administrative Assistant
- Job Location
- Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 45 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- One year Secretarial Work experience in HR Administration/Finance & Accounts/Academic/Purchase/Schools (required with a Bachelor's Degree; not required with a Master's Degree)
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 25,000/- per month (consolidated)
- Tenure
- Not exceeding one year, extendable subject to satisfactory performance and the requirement of the Institute
Vacancy Breakdown
Administrative Assistant
8
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Administrative Assistant | 8 |
Eligibility Details
Administrative Assistant - Qualification and Experience
1. A Bachelor's Degree from any recognized Institute/University. 2. One year Secretarial Work experience in the field of HR Administration/ Finance & Accounts/ Academic/ Purchase/ Schools. OR Master's Degree in any disciplines from Government recognized Institution. The candidate should have good knowledge of Proficiency in Computers, Typing, all aspects of administration, Secretariat, Transport, Dispatch and experience in working in ERP environment.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Administrative Assistant - Qualification and Experience | 1. A Bachelor's Degree from any recognized Institute/University. 2. One year Secretarial Work experience in the field of HR Administration/ Finance & Accounts/ Academic/ Purchase/ Schools. OR Master's Degree in any disciplines from Government recognized Institution. The candidate should have good knowledge of Proficiency in Computers, Typing, all aspects of administration, Secretariat, Transport, Dispatch and experience in working in ERP environment. |
Age Limit
Below 45 years as on 30 September 2026
Application Fee
General / Others
Rs. 500
SC / ST / PWD
Rs. 125
Women
Nil
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting of Applications
Applications received are shortlisted; merely possessing the prescribed qualifications and experience does not entitle a candidate to be called for the interview.
- 2Personal Interaction
Conducted at TISS, Mumbai; requests for an online personal interaction will not be entertained.
Salary Structure
Rs. 25,000/- per month (consolidated)
How to Apply
- 1Apply online through the Apply Now link provided on the Institute's website at www.tiss.edu
- 2Provide a Gmail ID in the online application form
- 3Fill in personal, educational and contact details and upload photograph, signature and certificates in the prescribed format
- 4Pay the application fee online, if applicable
- 5Submit the application and take a printout of the acknowledgment for future reference
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Xerox copies of relevant certificates of educational qualifications
•Work experience and ID proof (self-attested)
•Along with original documents for verification at the time of personal interview
Important Details
- The post is unreserved, but candidates belonging to reserved categories can apply.
- Only online applications received through the TISS website will be considered.
- Candidates already in employment must produce a No Objection Certificate from their employer to appear for the interview, and no TA/DA is payable for the interview.
- The selected candidate must join within 15 days of selection.
- The Institute reserves the right to relax any qualification, experience or age limit in exceptional cases.
Preferred Work Experience
- Knowledge of LTC, CEA, pay fixation, pension, leave, gratuity and service book
- Good written and oral communication skills in English
- Proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Work experience in students admissions, examinations and Student Management System
- Assisting in convocation ceremonies, preparing degree certificates and processing requests for medals, shields and awards
Campuses
The Institute has four campuses at Mumbai (main campus), Hyderabad, Guwahati and Tuljapur (rural campus). The post is for the Mumbai Campus.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the personal interaction be held online?
No. The personal interaction will be conducted at TISS, Mumbai, and requests for an online interaction will not be entertained.
Is TA/DA payable for attending the interview?
No, no TA/DA is payable for appearing for the interview.
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