TISS Tata Institute of Social Sciences campus
Private Since 1936 Mumbai, Maharashtra

TISS Tata Institute of Social Sciences

TISS Tata Institute of Social Sciences is a private institution located in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, established in 1936. It offers 1+ courses across undergraduate and postgradua…

#101-150 NIRF
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₹89,100
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Admission Process 2026

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Detailed Selection Criteria

TISS Mumbai Cutoff Tata Institute of Social Sciences has revised its admission policy from academic session 2025, for its PG courses. As per new admission policy, the institute offers admission to PG courses based on CUET PG scores, except for MA (HRM), MA (ODCL) and MHA. A more details about TISS Mumbai Admission is as follows- Admission to UG courses is based on CUET UG scores. Candidates need to have passed 12th to be eligible for admission. Admission to PG (majority) courses is based on CUET PG scores. Admission to MA (HRM), MA (ODCL) are based on CAT score, followed by Personal Interview. Final admission is based on CAT (70% weightage), and Personal Interview (30% weightage). Admission to MHA is based on CAT score, followed by Extempore and Personal Interview. The final admission is based on CAT Score (80% weightage), Extempore (10% weightage), Personal Interview (10% weightage). Popular Questions Asked Ques. How difficult is it to get into the TISS HRM & LR program? Ans: MA (HRM & LR) is the most competitive program with 60 seats and over 8,000 applicants annually at TISS Mumbai. General category candidates typically require CAT percentile above 85 (often 88–92 in recent years) followed by strong performance in Online Assessment and PI. Reserved categories secure calls at 70–80 percentile. Note: The institute provides an MBA equivalent degree for the MA HRM program. Ques. Can I apply for multiple programmes at TISS Mumbai? Ans: Yes, candidates may apply for up to three programmes using a single registration. An additional ₹1,030 (or ₹260 for reserved categories) is charged per extra programme. Candidates can apply for a maximum of three programmes across four campuses, namely Mumbai, Tuljapur, Hyderabad, and Guwahati. Ques: How many seats are reserved at TISS Mumbai? Ans: TISS Mumbai follows Government of India norms: 15% SC, 7.5% ST, 27% OBC-NCL, 10% EWS, and 5% horizontal reservation for PwD. Additionally, 1% each is reserved for Armed Forces, Kashmiri Migrants, and Children of TISS employees. TISS Mumbai Application Fees 2026 Candidates need to fill an online application form to be considered for the admission process at TISS Mumbai. The application fees are as follows- Students Category UG Application Fees PG Application Fees General INR 900+Bank Charges INR 1750 OBC(NC)/EWS INR 600+Bank Charges INR 1250 SC/ST INR 500+Bank Charges INR 750 GOI (PMS) Eligible candidates – (OBC-NC with less than 1 lakh and SC/ST with less than 2.5 lakhs family income limit) - INR 750 TISS Mumbai Cutoff 2026 The institute accepts CAT scores for its three PG programs. The entrance exam score carries (70-80%) weightage in the final selection process. Minimum CAT Cutoff Percentile for MA (HRM) & MA (ODCL) Category VARC DILR QA Overall General / KM / AF / EWS 60 60 60 70 NC–OBC 54 54 54 63 SC / ST 45 45 45 53 Minimum CAT Cutoff Percentile for MHA Category VARC DILR QA Overall General / KM / AF / EWS 60 55 55 60 NC–OBC 54 50 50 54 SC / ST 45 41 41 45 Read More: TISS Mumbai Cutoff Popularly Asked Questions Ques. What is the expected CUET-PG cutoff for MA Social Work 2026? Ans: CUET PG cutoff for TISS Mumbai is not publicly available. Based on research, the expected cutoff for General Category General category ranges between 180–220 marks out of 300. In 2025, Community Organisation & Development Practice closed at 215 marks, while Mental Health and Public Health closed around 195–205 marks. Ques : Is 70 percentile in CAT enough for admission to MA (HRM) at TISS Mumbai ? Ans: 70 percentile is the minimum cutoff percentile to be considered for the admission process for the General category. Candidates scoring 76–77 percentile have a realistic chance, but 78+ percentile provides a safer margin, especially given the 30% weightage to Online Assessment performance, for admission to MA (HRM) at TISS Mumbai.

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The fee at TISS Tata Institute of Social Sciences ranges from ₹2–15 Lakh per year depending on the program. Scholarship options are available for meritorious and economically weaker section students.

TISS Tata Institute of Social Sciences offers admission through national entrance exams such as JEE, CAT, NEET, or state-level tests depending on the course. Applications are typically open from January to June each year.

TISS Tata Institute of Social Sciences has an impressive placement record with the highest package of a competitive package and an average package of an attractive average. Over a strong percentage of eligible students are placed annually.

TISS Tata Institute of Social Sciences is a Private institution located in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. It was established in 1936.

The cutoff rank for TISS Tata Institute of Social Sciences varies by program, category, and examination year. For competitive programs like CSE or MBA, cutoffs are typically in the top percentile. Check the Cutoff section on this page for the latest year-wise data.

Yes, TISS Tata Institute of Social Sciences provides separate hostel facilities for male and female students. Amenities typically include Wi-Fi, mess, sports facilities, and 24/7 security. Contact the admissions office for current hostel fee details.

TISS Tata Institute of Social Sciences offers merit-based scholarships, government schemes (such as NSP, state scholarships), and special scholarships for financially weaker students. Check the Scholarship section for the latest available schemes.

The NIRF ranking of TISS Tata Institute of Social Sciences is updated annually by the Ministry of Education. Please refer to the Rankings section on this page for the latest NIRF, QS, and India Today rankings.

TISS Tata Institute of Social Sciences offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs including B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA, BBA, B.Sc, and more. Use the Courses & Fees tab above to explore all available programs.

You can apply to TISS Tata Institute of Social Sciences through the official admission portal or via common counselling bodies such as JoSAA, CLAT, or CAT. Fill in the Enquiry form on this page to receive a direct callback from the admissions team.

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