TISS Mumbai

The Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), which was founded in 1936, is a renowned institution in Mumbai, Maharashtra. TISS is a deemed university under Section 3 of the UGC Act and has a variety of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral courses offered across various campuses, that is, Mumbai, Tuljapur, Guwahati, and Hyderabad. The institute is known for its social justice, human rights, and sustainable development, with a type of education that is transformative, combining academic excellence with practical application.

Tata Institute of Social Sciences, (TISS... Highlights

Highlights

Feature	Details
Establishment	1936
Type	Deemed University (UGC Recognized)
Accreditation	NAAC Accredited
NIRF Ranking 2023	98 (Top University)
QS World Ranking	201–250 (2023)
Campuses	Mumbai, Tuljapur, Guwahati, Hyderabad
Total Faculty	Approximately 500
Total Intake	Around 5,000 students
Flagship Programs	MA (various specializations), MHA, PhD
Top Recruiters	Accenture, Deloitte, EY, KPMG, Capgemini, Infosys, HUL, Marico
Average Package	₹27.22 LPA (2023)
Highest Package	₹49 LPA (2023)
Hostel Facilities	Six on-campus hostels, two off-campus hostels

Tata Institute of Social Sciences, (TISS... Important Dates

Important Dates

Event	Date (Tentative)
Application Start Date	December 2024
Application Deadline	February 2025
TISSNET Exam Date	March 2025
WAT/PI (for shortlisted candidates)	April 2025
Final Admission List Release	May 2025

Tata Institute of Social Sciences, (TISS... Admission

Admission Process

Check Eligibility Criteria
- Ensure you have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/OBC-NC).
- Final-year students can also apply.
Register for CUET-PG
- Visit the NTA CUET-PG website and fill out the application form.
- Choose relevant subjects based on the program you are applying for at TISS.
Apply on TISS Admission Portal
- After CUET registration, go to the official TISS Admissions Portal
- Fill the TISS application form and mention your CUET-PG details and program preferences.
- Pay the application fee (₹1,000 per program for General candidates, ₹250 for SC/ST/OBC-NC with income proof).
Appear for CUET-PG
- Take the CUET-PG exam on the scheduled date.
- Wait for the results to be declared by NTA.
Shortlisting for WAT & PI
- Based on CUET-PG scores, TISS shortlists candidates for Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI).
- Shortlisted candidates receive call letters with schedule and instructions.
Attend WAT and PI
- Participate in the WAT (a short essay) and PI, either online or on-campus as instructed.
- These tests assess critical thinking, communication skills, and alignment with TISS values.
Declaration of Merit List
- Final selection is based on a weighted score: CUET-PG (50%), WAT (20%), PI (30%).
- TISS releases a merit list and waitlist.
Document Verification
- Shortlisted candidates must upload or present original documents for verification (marksheets, caste/income certificate, CUET scorecard, etc.).
Fee Payment & Admission Confirmation
- Pay the first semester fees online to confirm admission.
- Join the orientation and complete registration.

Tata Institute of Social Sciences, (TISS... Scholarship

Scholarships

Scholarship Name	Eligibility Criteria	Amount/Benefits
Post Matric Scholarship	SC/ST/OBC (NC) students with valid income certificate	Maintenance allowance, book bank facility, study tour charges, thesis printing
Taksheel Foundation Merit Scholarship	School of Social Work students with family income ≤ ₹3 Lakhs and CGPA ≥ 6.0	Merit-based financial assistance
Cognizant Foundation Merit Fellowship	MA Social Work and Development Studies students with family income ≤ ₹5 Lakhs and CGPA ≥ 6.0	₹60,000 per year

Tata Institute of Social Sciences, (TISS... Placements

Placements

Year	Number of Students	Average Package	Highest Package	Top Recruiters
2023	66	₹27.22 LPA	₹49 LPA	Accenture, Deloitte, EY, KPMG, Capgemini
2022	65	₹23.97 LPA	₹42.09 LPA	Infosys, HDFC Bank, Flipkart, Ola

Tata Institute of Social Sciences, (TISS... College Ranking

Ranking

Ranking Body	Year	Rank
NIRF	2023	98
QS World	2023	201–250

Tata Institute of Social Sciences, (TISS... Courses

Course	Fees	Eligibility
MHA	₹79K ( 1st Year Fees )	Graduation + CAT
LLM	₹81K ( 1st Year Fees )	L.L.B.
MA	₹67K ( 1st Year Fees )	Graduation with 45% + CUET PG

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Tata Institute of Social Sciences, (TISS... College Rating

9.5/10

Academics

9.4/10

Faculty

9.3/10

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9.2/10

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Tata Institute of Social Sciences, (TISS... Address

V.N. Purav Marg, Deonar Mumbai - 400088 Maharashtra, India

+91 7773045555

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