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Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai: Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Placements

📍 Mumbai, Maharashtra 4.6 Rating & Reviews 📅 Estd 1936 🏛 Private ✓ UGC
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About Tata Institute of Social Sciences

Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai, established in 1936 as the Sir Dorabji Tata Graduate School of Social Work, is one of India’s oldest and most prestigious institutions in the field of social sciences. It was renamed in 1944 and declared a Deemed-to-be University in 1964 under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956. Located at VN Purav Marg, Deonar, Chembur, Mumbai, the main campus spans 21 acres and includes the Naoroji Campus. TISS is a multi-campus public university, with additional campuses in Tuljapur (Maharashtra), Hyderabad, and Guwahati. It offers undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and doctoral programs across disciplines such as Social Work, Development Studies, Public Policy, Education, Health Systems, Labour Studies, Media & Cultural Studies, and Disaster Management. The institute has around 289 academic staff and over 4,000 students, including 1,200+ doctoral scholars.The university is globally recognized for its emphasis on social justice, human rights, and sustainable development, guided by its vision of creating a people-centred, ecologically sustainable, and just society. TISS has strong collaborations with international institutions, including the McDonnell International Scholars Academy at Washington University in St. Louis and the BRICS Universities League.

Admissions Open 2026: Courses, Eligibility & Fees

Admission Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), established in 1936, is a premier public research and teaching institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and is renowned for programs in social sciences, social work, public policy, and management. Popular programs include BA Social Sciences, BA Social Work, MA Social Work, MA Development Studies, MA Public Policy, MA Education, MBA (HRM), and Ph.D. in Social Sciences. Eligibility: 10+2 for UG programs; graduation in relevant…

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Campus Life and Facilities

Campus Located in Mumbai, Maharashtra, TISS operates multiple campuses across India. Facilities include: Central library with social science research journals Modern classrooms and seminar halls Computer labs and digital learning centers Hostels for boys and girls Sports complexes and cultural clubs Research centers for social policy, education, and development

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Top Placements & Partner Companies

Placement The institute’s placement cell provides career guidance, internships, and industry exposure. Key highlights include: Recruiters: NGOs, UN agencies, consulting firms, corporates, government departments Average Package: ₹6–8 LPA Highest Package: ₹20 LPA (for MBA HRM graduates) Sectors: Social work, policy research, HR management, education, development consultancy Career Support: Internships, workshops, skill development programs, and counseling

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Scholarships & Fee Concessions

Scholarship TISS offers multiple scholarship opportunities: Government Schemes: SC/ST/OBC/minority scholarships Merit Scholarships: For top performers in TISS-NET Need-Based Waivers: Financial support for economically weaker students Research Fellowships: For Ph.D. and postgraduate scholars On average, 30–35% of students benefit annually.

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