Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai Admission Process

  Mumbai   UGC, NAAC   ESTD 1936
  Mumbai   UGC, NAAC   ESTD 1936

Admission

TISS Mumbai Course Admissions 2024

TISS Mumbai course admissions for PG programs will be determined by the CUET PG exam. The CUET PG 2024 exam is scheduled to take place from March 11, 2024, to March 28, 2024. TISS Mumbai has specified the weightage for final selection, with CUET PG scores accounting for 75%, while the remaining 25% is attributed to the TISS Online Assessment.

Previously, TISS Mumbai course admissions were facilitated through an internal examination known as TISSNET. However, for the academic year 2024-25, TISS has declared that it will adopt CUET PG (Common University Entrance Test Postgraduate) for admission to all its PG programs. The subsequent admission procedure will entail an extempore session and a personal interview.

The commencement of TISS Mumbai course admissions for PG will coincide with the registration process for CUET-PG. Prospective candidates will need to register via the CUET PG website and specify TISS and their desired PG course within the same application form. The application fee for CUET PG stands at INR 1,000 for General category candidates, with an additional INR 500 charged for opting for extra papers. Additionally, TISS Mumbai UG admissions will be determined by CUET UG scores.

TISS Mumbai Course Admissions 2024 for PG

Applicants interested in pursuing any of the PG courses provided by TISS Mumbai are required to possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with a duration ranging from 3 to 4 years.

TISS Mumbai course admissions process for PG encompasses the following stages:

Admission Stage Description 
Registration Interested candidates will have to register for CUET PG Exam
CUET PG The applicants will have to appear for CUET PG.
TISS Online Assessment  The candidates are shortlisted through their aggregate CUET PG score. The shortlisted candidates will have to appear for Online Group Discussion/ Case Discussion and an Online Personal Interview.
Final Selection  The final selection is based on the overall performance of the candidate in the CUET PG and Online Assessment.

TISS Mumbai PG Important Dates

Events Dates
CUET PG Registration Open December 26, 2023
CUET PG Last Date to Apply February 7, 2024
CUET PG Last Date to Pay Online Registration Fees February 8, 2024
CUET PG Application Form Correction February 9 – 11, 2024
CUET PG Exam Date March 11 – 28, 2024
Detailed Application Form (DAF) March 29, 2024 – April 10, 2024 (Tentative)
Online Assessment April 13, 2024 – May 6, 2024 (Tentative)
2nd Merit List June 2, 2024 (Tentative)
Commencement of Classes June 14, 2024 (Tentative)

TISS Mumbai Admission Criteria for PG Selection

TISS Mumbai course admissions to the master’s program primarily relies on two stages: the CUET PG and TISS Online Assessments (OA).

TISS Mumbai Admission Criteria for PG Program Selection: TISS Online Assessment (OA)

The Online Assessment constitutes the second stage of the selection process, where candidates are shortlisted based on their TISS-NET scores and the ratio of seat intake for each program. The online assessment consists of two stages to evaluate candidates: Online Group Discussion for HRM & LR, and ODCL/Case Discussion only for SE, along with an Online Personal Interview (OPI). The weightage for the final selection is as follows:

Components Weightage
CUET PG 2024 75%
Online Assessment (Online Group Discussion/ Case Discussion and Online Personal Interview) 25%

TISS Mumbai Admission Criteria for PG Selection: Final Selection 

The ultimate selection will depend on the candidate’s performance in both the CUET PG and the Online Assessment.

TISS Mumbai PG Admission: How to Apply?

  • Candidates must register for PG admission through the application form available at the following link: https://appln.tiss.edu/register/.
  • Each candidate can apply for a maximum of three programs across any two TISS campuses.
  • The application fee for each program is INR 1,000 plus bank charges.

Below is a list of documents required to be submitted along with the application form:

  • Photograph
  • Signature
  • TISS copy of Challan (if payment is made in cash)
  • Caste/Tribe certificate (if applicable)
  • OBC Certificate (if applicable)
  • Income Certificate (for OBC-NCL candidates)
  • PWD certificate (if applicable)
  • KM certificate (if applicable)
  • Armed Forces certificate (if applicable)

TISS Mumbai UG Admissions 2024

Candidates who have successfully completed their 10+2 education in a relevant stream are qualified to take the CUET (UG) and can also seek admission to TISS Mumbai’s UG programs. The admission process for TISS Mumbai’s UG programs comprises the following stages:

Admission Stage Description 
CUET (UG) Registration  Interested candidates will have to register for CUET (UG) and select TISS Mumbai as one of their college preferences.
CUET (UG) Appear for the CUET (UG) test papers.
Merit-list  A merit list of all the candidates who have cleared the cut-off will be released.
Counseling and Admission  The shortlisted candidates will have to appear for counseling and confirm their admission.

TISS Mumbai UG Important Dates 

Events Dates
Last Date to Apply for UGSAS August 10, 2024
Start of CUET (UG) Online Application Form February 9, 2024 (Tentative)
Last date for submission of online Application Form March 30, 2024 (Tentative)
Last date for Correction of Application Form  April 03, 2024 (Tentative)
Announcement of the City of CUET (UG) Exam April 30, 2024 (Tentative)
CUET (UG) Exam Date May 21 – 31, 2024 (Tentative)

TISS Mumbai UG Admission: How to Apply?

Candidates are required to follow the steps outlined below on the CUET official website or https://cuet.samarth.ac.in/:

  1. Registration: Candidates need to register themselves and generate a system-generated Application Number and Password.
  2. Login: After registration, candidates can log in using their application number and password to fill out the application form. They need to provide personal details, academic details, select programs, choose test papers, select examination cities, and upload all necessary documents.
  3. Payment: Upon completion of the application form, candidates must pay the application fee.

The documents to be uploaded in the application form include:

  • Scanned Photograph of the applicant.
  • Scanned Signature of the applicant.
  • Category certificate (if applicable)
  • PwBD certificate (if applicable)

TISS Mumbai MPhil PhD Admission 2024

Those wishing to apply for the MPhil and PhD programs at TISS Mumbai must hold a Second Class Master’s degree with a minimum of 55% marks (45% for ST/SC/OBC/PwD) or an M.Phil in a relevant discipline. The admission process for MPhil and PhD programs comprises the following stages:

Admission Stage Description 
Registration The candidates will have to fill out the online application form and also submit a research proposal along it.
RAT The applicants will be shortlisted based on their research proposal and will be called for the RAT exam.
Personal Interview The candidates will be shortlisted again for a personal interview, based on their performance in the RAT exam.
Admission Offer The candidates successfully clearing all these stages will be sent an admission offer.

TISS Mumbai MPhil PhD Important Dates 

Events Dates (Tentative)
Last date to submit the online Application Form April 2024
Shortlisting of candidates for RAT April 2024
Research Aptitude Test (RAT) May 2024
Shortlisting of candidates for PI May 2024
Personal Interviews June 2024

TISS Mumbai Admission Criteria for MPhil PhD Selection

Selection for the MPhil and PhD programs will be based on candidates’ Research Proposal, RAT scores, and performance in the Personal Interview.

TISS Mumbai Admission: Exams Accepted

Courses Exams Accepted
UG Courses CUET (UG)
PG Courses TISS-NET
MPhil PhD Courses RAT

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

Q: How do I apply to TISS Mumbai?

A: Applicants need to visit the official TISS website and register themselves for PG admission.

Q: Who is eligible for TISS PG courses?

A: Candidates holding a bachelor’s or master’s degree are eligible to apply for PG courses at TISS Mumbai.

Q: How can I gain admission to TISS MBA?

A: Candidates are required to appear for the entrance exam.

Q: How many MBA seats are available at TISS Mumbai?

A: TISS Mumbai offers 60 seats for its MBA program.

Q: Is it possible to withdraw my admission from TISS Mumbai?

A: Yes, candidates have the option to withdraw their admission within the specified period and may receive a refund ranging from 50% to 100%.

Q: What should the research proposal for PhD admission at TISS Mumbai include?

A: A research proposal typically consists of an approximately 1000-word essay outlining the broad field of study, the statement of the research problem, scope and objectives of the study, rationale, methodology, references, and the candidate’s research/work experience.

Q: Can I obtain direct admission to TISS Mumbai?

A: Admission to most courses at TISS Mumbai is based on entrance exams.

Q: How do I apply for TISS Mumbai?

A: For UG courses, candidates must apply through CUET-UG and then register for counseling at TISS after the release of CUET-UG scores. For PG courses, applicants need to apply on the TISS website and appear for TISS-NET.

Q: What is the fee for MBA at TISS Mumbai?

A: The fee for the MBA program at TISS Mumbai is INR 1,89,000 for the 2-year duration.

Q: What is the selection process for the MBA program at TISS Mumbai?

A: Candidates are selected for the MBA program based on their CUET PG scores and Online Assessment.