- IIM Mumbai and CRISP have been engaged by the Government of Maharashtra to analyze 25 major state policies and convert them into Empowered Missions, and conduct quarterly concurrent evaluations of 25 welfare schemes with half-yearly outcome assessments. The work is conducted by a Technical Assistance Cell (TAC) at IIM Mumbai, Powai, reporting to the Chief Minister’s Office.
- The project covers 25 schemes across 16 departments with budget provisions exceeding ₹1,20,000 crore, and 25 policies across 11 departments mapped to 76 SDG indicators. Each evaluation round samples a rotating panel of 12 districts, covering all 36 districts every three rounds.
- Offers are contingent on the execution of the agreement between the Government of Maharashtra, IIM Mumbai, and CRISP, and on the sanction of the project.
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Technical Assistance Cell (MahaTAC) Recruitment for Policy Analysis and Scheme Evaluation
Indian Institute of Management Mumbai (IIM Mumbai) – CRISP | Maharashtra Technical Assistance Cell (MahaTAC), Government of Maharashtra
Total Vacancies
17
Job Location
IIM Mumbai, Powai, Maharashtra (with field and consultation duty in sampled districts)
Apply Deadline
09 Oct 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Indian Institute of Management Mumbai (IIM Mumbai) – CRISP | Maharashtra Technical Assistance Cell (MahaTAC), Government of Maharashtra (IIM Mumbai – MahaTAC) |
| Job Category | Administrative |
| Number of Vacancies | 17 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹60,000 - ₹1,500,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 35 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Application Fee | • Note: No explicit mention of an application fee is found in the provided raw job notification text. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
• Senior Associate (Policy): 3 vacancies
• Associate (Evaluation and Data): 11 vacancies
• Research Associate: 2 vacancies
• Project Manager (Projects, Accounts, and Administration): 1 vacancies
• Associate (Evaluation and Data): 11 vacancies
• Research Associate: 2 vacancies
• Project Manager (Projects, Accounts, and Administration): 1 vacancies
⚙️ Selection Process
- Computer-based written test (online, remote) on 11th October 2026, mandatory for all applicants. Duration: 2 hours.
- Part A: Cognitive abilities test (common for all). Part B: Subject test (separate for each category).
- Shortlisted candidates announced on 13th October 2026.
- Campus-based test for shortlisted candidates on 22nd–23rd October 2026, which may include an offline test or group discussion.
- Final selections notified on 24th October 2026.
- Part A: Cognitive abilities test (common for all). Part B: Subject test (separate for each category).
- Shortlisted candidates announced on 13th October 2026.
- Campus-based test for shortlisted candidates on 22nd–23rd October 2026, which may include an offline test or group discussion.
- Final selections notified on 24th October 2026.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All
📂 Required Documents
- Latest CV
- Writing sample of up to ten pages (sole- or lead-authored; Associates without experience may submit a term paper, dissertation chapter, or course project showing quantitative work; Project Manager may submit a one-page note on a project run)
- Statement of purpose of up to 500 words naming two or three schemes or policies of interest
- Self-attested certificates and mark sheets
- Two referees, one from the most recent employer or supervisor
- Writing sample of up to ten pages (sole- or lead-authored; Associates without experience may submit a term paper, dissertation chapter, or course project showing quantitative work; Project Manager may submit a one-page note on a project run)
- Statement of purpose of up to 500 words naming two or three schemes or policies of interest
- Self-attested certificates and mark sheets
- Two referees, one from the most recent employer or supervisor
💳 Application Fee Details
• Note: No explicit mention of an application fee is found in the provided raw job notification text.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the MahaTAC recruitment at IIM Mumbai?
There are a total of 17 full-time contractual vacancies available for the MahaTAC recruitment at IIM Mumbai.
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the MahaTAC recruitment?
The last date to apply for the MahaTAC recruitment is 9th October 2026 at 1700 hrs IST.
Q.
What is the selection process for the Senior Associate (Policy) position?
The selection process for the Senior Associate (Policy) position includes a computer-based written test (30% weightage), a portfolio/writing sample (25% weightage), and a panel interview (45% weightage).
Q.
Is there an application fee for the MahaTAC recruitment?
The notification does not mention any application fee for the MahaTAC recruitment.
Q.
What is the expected joining date for selected candidates?
Selected candidates are expected to join and attend induction on 5th November 2026.