NISM Professor Recruitment 2026: Apply for Contract Faculty Post in Regulatory Studies
The National Institute of Securities Markets (NISM), an institute established by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), has announced a recruitment opportunity for the post of professor on a contract basis 2026. The position is offered under the Centre for Regulatory Studies and Corporate Governance and aims to strengthen research and policy development in the field of financial regulation.
This opportunity is ideal for experienced academicians, policy experts, and professionals working in the areas of law, finance, governance, and public policy.
About NISM
NISM is an autonomous institution created to enhance education, research, and professional training in securities markets. The institute offers several academic and professional programs, including:
- Post Graduate Program in Securities Markets
- LL.M. in Securities Laws and Investment
- Post Graduate Certification in Securities Market
- Professional certification courses for market intermediaries
- Investor education and financial literacy programs
Through these initiatives, NISM works to build skilled human resources for the financial sector.
About the Centre for Regulatory Studies and Corporate Governance
The newly created centre aims to become a leading research hub in regulatory governance and financial market regulation.
Key objectives include:
- Conducting policy research and regulatory analysis
- Performing Regulatory Impact Assessments (RIA) before and after regulatory implementation
- Creating databases of regulatory and judicial decisions
- Promoting research on corporate governance and financial regulation
- Providing simplified insights to connect regulatory policy with market practice
The selected professor will play a key role in establishing and leading this centre.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for the professor position should meet the following requirements:
- Postgraduate degree in Law, Public Policy, Economics, Finance, Governance, or related fields
- Ph.D. with at least 10 years of teaching or research experience, OR
- Minimum 20 years of relevant industry experience
- Strong record of research publications, policy work, or project leadership
Preferred qualifications include experience in regulatory policy design, impact assessment, or advisory roles with regulators.
Key Skills and Responsibilities
The selected candidate will be responsible for developing research and policy initiatives related to regulatory governance.
Major responsibilities include:
- Conducting research on financial regulation and market governance
- Leading regulatory impact assessments
- Publishing policy papers and research reports
- Supporting evidence-based policy development
- Collaborating with universities, think tanks, and regulators
- Mentoring researchers and young scholars
- Building long-term strategies for the centre
Salary and Posting
- Compensation equivalent to Level 14 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix
- Additional benefits such as House Rent Allowance (HRA) and institutional allowances
- Initial posting at NISM Bhavan, Vashi
Application Process
Interested candidates must apply online through the official NISM website.
Important Details
- Application Mode: Online
- Last Date to Apply: 15 March 2026
- Website: https://www.nism.ac.in
Applicants must submit their resume in the prescribed format. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
Selection Process
The recruitment will be conducted through an interaction with a search and Selection Committee. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for further evaluation based on their experience and qualifications.
