TISS Prayas Recruitment 2026: 1 Female Legal Fellow – Apply via Email @ tiss.ac.in

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Essential Qualifications for Female Legal Fellow

• LLB Degree: Candidates must hold a recognized LLB degree from a recognized university or law college.
• Sanad: Valid Sanad (license) for practicing law in the State of Maharashtra.
• Language Proficiency: Ability to read, write, and speak in Marathi, English, and Hindi.

Desirable Qualifications and Preferences

• Field experience in legal aid and criminal justice work.
• Preference may be given to lawyers with 2–3 years of legal practice experience.
• Familiarity with MS Office, Excel, email, and internet tools.
• Ability to work effectively both in teams and independently.

Selection Process and Screening Clause

• The selection process for the Female Legal Fellow post will proceed as follows:
• Shortlisting: Applications received will be screened and shortlisted. Holding the prescribed qualifications alone does not entitle a candidate to be called for an interview.
• Written Test / Interview: Only shortlisted candidates will be informed by email and/or phone to appear for a Written Test and/or Interview, which may be conducted offline or online.
• No Fixed Interview Date: The notification does not specify a fixed interview date or venue; these will be communicated to shortlisted candidates.
• Institute's Discretion: TISS reserves the right to invite persons for interview who may not have applied through the prescribed procedure, and also the right not to fill the advertised vacancy.
• No TA/DA will be paid to candidates appearing for the interview. No queries or correspondence regarding issue of call letter or selection of candidates will be entertained at any stage. Canvassing in any form is strictly prohibited and will lead to debarment from consideration.

Required Documents and Instructions for Candidates

• Candidates must submit the following documents while applying:
• Updated Resume / Curriculum Vitae
• Certificates of Educational Qualification (LLB Degree, Sanad, all degree and mark sheets)
• Certificates of Experience (if applicable)
• Valid Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government prescribed format (if applicable)
• Two recent passport-size photographs
• Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)

Additional Instructions

• The selected candidate must join within 15 days of intimation of selection.
• During the contract period, the Fellow shall not take up any other employment without the prior written permission of the employer.
• In case of any inadvertent error in the advertisement or recruitment process detected after issuance of appointment order, the Institute reserves the right to modify, withdraw, or cancel any communication made to candidates.

How do I apply for TISS Female Legal Fellow vacancy?

• Applications must be submitted in two steps: (1) Email your updated resume along with certificates of educational qualification and experience to the designated TISS email address, and (2) Fill up the Google Form linked in the official notification at https://forms.gle/ZsLgsFV5riYymMen8. Candidates who do not fill the Google Form may not be considered.

Is there an application fee for TISS Female Legal Fellow recruitment?

• The official notification for TISS Prayas Female Legal Fellow recruitment does not mention any application fee. Candidates should refer to the TISS Prayas Female Legal Fellow Official Notification PDF for complete details.

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What is the salary for TISS Female Legal Fellow?

• The Female Legal Fellow will receive a consolidated remuneration of Rs. 30,000/- per month, which includes the field work allowance. No additional benefits such as DA, HRA, or pension are mentioned in the notification.

What is the selection process for TISS Female Legal Fellow?

• Applications will be shortlisted based on qualifications and experience. Shortlisted candidates will be informed by email and/or phone to appear for a Written Test and/or Interview (offline or online). No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the interview. The Institute reserves the right not to fill the vacancy if deemed necessary.