Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai

Mumbai, MaharashtraEst. 1936

NIRF Rank #72
NAAC A+
UGC
AICTE

The MBA program at TISS (Tata Institute of Social Sciences) is distinguished for its emphasis on social awareness in conjunction with rigorous managerial training. Admission is based on the TISSNET exam, followed by an interview. The program provides a rigorous curriculum that covers fundamental management disciplines and emphasizes sustainability, social responsibility, and ethical leadership. Students get a comprehensive grasp of business and society via case studies, fieldwork, and internships, preparing them for influential leadership roles in a variety of industries.

Avg placement: ₹28.7L; Median ₹28L (2026)
Flagship fee: ₹2L; MA in Human Resource Management & Labour Relations (MA HRM & LR) · 2-yr residential
Top package: ₹66L; Highest CTC 2026
Programs: 3; Across all modes

Admission dates not announced yet.

Eligibility

Accepted exams

CAT

70%General

OBC: 63
SC: 53
ST: 53

Note: Minimum 50% in graduation · Work experience not required

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Placements

MA in Human Resource Management & Labour Relations (MA HRM & LR)

Flagship programme only · Class of 2026

Avg CTC

₹28.7L

Median ₹28L

Highest CTC

₹66L

34 companies

Placed

65%

65 students placed

Placement trend · batch-wise

Avg CTC
Highest

Offers by sector

All programs combined

FMCG

25.6%

FMCD

25.6%

Manufacturing

16.7%

Finance & Banking

14.1%

Consulting

IT & Technology

Smaller shareLarger share

Summer internships · 2024 batch

₹2.3L/mo
Highest stipend: ₹1.6L/mo
Avg stipend

Top recruiters

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Programs & Fees

Avg CTC

₹28.7L

Median ₹28L

Avg. Tuition Fee

₹4.5L

Across 3 programs

Placed

65%

Batch of 2026

MA in Human Resource Management & Labour Relations (MA HRM & LR)
Flagship
Full-time2 yearsResidential
60
Seats
₹28.7L
Avg CTC 2026
₹2L
Tuition
MA in Organisation Development, Change & Leadership (MA ODCL)
Full-time2 yearsResidential
35
Seats
₹28.7L
Avg CTC 2026
₹9.3L
Tuition
Master of Hospital Administration (MHA)
Full-time2 yearsResidential
50
Seats
₹28.7L
Avg CTC 2026
₹2L
Tuition

Program	Seats	Avg. Placement	Tution Fee
MA in Human Resource Management & Labour Relations (MA HRM & LR)Flagship Full-time2 yearsResidential	60	₹28.7LAvg CTC 2026	₹2LTuition
MA in Organisation Development, Change & Leadership (MA ODCL) Full-time2 yearsResidential	35	₹28.7LAvg CTC 2026	₹9.3LTuition
Master of Hospital Administration (MHA) Full-time2 yearsResidential	50	₹28.7LAvg CTC 2026	₹2LTuition

Total cost of the MBA

Fee data 2025 · applyo.in

₹2Lknown costs so far

Hostel, mess charges, personal & travel not published

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Avg package: ₹28.7L
Tuition fees: ₹2L
Monthly EMI: ₹3,372

Scholarships

8 scholarships · up to ₹50K

₹50K

Highest award

Government of India Post-Matric Scholarship (GoI-PMS)

Eligibility

SC/ST students with annual family income below INR 2,50,000
covers tuition, hostel, and food expenses
OBC (NC) students with income below INR 1,00,000 also eligible

₹50K

Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (TISS Institutional)

Eligibility

Up to 17 awards of INR 50,000 each for education program students on merit-cum-means basis
extends to HRM via Student Aid Fund

₹12K

Upfront Provisional Student Aid (TISS)

Eligibility

Students whose parents'/self annual income is less than INR 1 lakh in previous financial year
towards tuition fee at time of admission

Taksheel Foundation Merit Scholarship

Eligibility

School of Social Work students
total family income not exceeding INR 3 lakhs per annum
minimum CGPA of 6.0 or 60% in UG required

Central Sector Scholarship of Top Class Education for SC Students

Eligibility

SC students admitted to top-class institutions
based on Government of India norms

National Overseas Scholarship

Eligibility

SC/ST students for overseas higher education
as per Government of India norms

Scholarships for Higher Education for Young Achievers Scheme (SHREYAS)

Eligibility

OBC and other backward class students
Government of India scheme for 2021-22 to 2025-26

Ishan Uday Special Scholarship Scheme for North Eastern Region

Eligibility

Students from North Eastern states pursuing higher professional courses
Government of India scheme

₹50K
Highest award
Government of India Post-Matric Scholarship (GoI-PMS)
Eligibility
- SC/ST students with annual family income below INR 2,50,000
- covers tuition, hostel, and food expenses
- OBC (NC) students with income below INR 1,00,000 also eligible
₹50K
Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (TISS Institutional)
Eligibility
- Up to 17 awards of INR 50,000 each for education program students on merit-cum-means basis
- extends to HRM via Student Aid Fund

Alumni Outcomes

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Industries

Tech / Engineering26.6%
Healthcare / HCM17.5%
Consulting14%
HR12.6%
Operations / SCM8.4%
Analytics / Data7.7%
Others13.3%

Compiled by Applyo from recruitment-platform employment data and direct alumni surveys. Outcomes vary.

Campus

What’s on campus

21.05-acre campus

Hostel optional · 6 hostel blocks

Getting there

Start
TISS Mumbai campus
Mumbai
Airport
~7.8 km
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Mumbai
Railway
~13.1 km
Mumbai Central
Nearest city
In the city
Mumbai

Living nearby

PGs and flats around TISS Mumbai, by distance from campus

Rings at 0.5 and 1 km. Dots show distance only, not direction.

1Tata Institute of Social Sciences - School of Vocational Education (TISS-SVE)0.5 km

2School Of Habitat Studies0.5 km

3Board Room, Naoroji Campus, Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Deonar Farm Road0.5 km

4TISS Guest House0.6 km

5Sir Dorabji Tata Memorial Library0.6 km

6Hostel V, TISS New Campus0.6 km

7Tata PG Hostel Cum Guest House1 km

8TATA MEMORIAL CENTRE PG HOSTEL CUM GUEST HOUSE1 km

Admission

Admission rounds

Application fee

₹2K

Apply at tissadmission.samarth.edu.in

Interview cities

Online

Step by step

01
Apply online on TISS Samarth portal (tissadmission.samarth.edu.in) with CAT score
02
Shortlist announcement based on CAT percentile and gender diversity weightage
03
Shortlisted candidates undergo an Online Personal Interview (OPI) evaluating personality, motivation, and programme fit. For MHA specifically, the OA also includes an Extempore Reflection Test (ERT)
04
A final merit list is prepared using the composite-score weightage for each programme.

05
Selected candidates must complete document verification (degree certificates, mark-sheets, category certificates, work-experience proof for ODCL, etc.) and pay the requisite programme fee within the notified deadline to confirm their seat.
06
Online Personal Interview (OPI)
07
Final merit list published
08
Accept seat offer and pay first semester fee

Composite score

70%

Entrance exam

Selection

Personal Interview
Extempore Reflection Test (ERT)

FAQs

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What programs does TISS Mumbai offer?

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TISS Mumbai offers a range of Master of Arts (M.A.) programs in areas like Human Resources Management & Labour Relations (HRM & LR), Social Work, Development Studies, Public Policy and Governance, Globalisation and Labour, and Media & Cultural Studies, among others. These are postgraduate degrees equivalent to MBA in specific fields like HR.

Is TISS HRM & LR equivalent to an MBA in HR?

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Yes, the M.A. in HRM & LR from TISS is highly regarded and industry-recognized, often considered equivalent to top-tier MBA HR programs in India.

What is the admission process?

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Admission is based on CAT followed by a online assesment and Personal Interview (OPI). Shortlisting considers your test scores, academic background, and relevant experience.

What is the fee structure?

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The total fee for the M.A. programs ranges between ₹1.2 to ₹2.4 lakhs for two years, depending on the course. TISS is known for being affordable.

Can I get admission in TISS Mumbai with 70 percentile in CAT?

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While the minimum CAT percentile for eligibility is around 70 for General category candidates, the actual cut-off for shortlisting is often higher.

Does TISS Mumbai provide hostel facilities?

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Yes, TISS Mumbai offers on-campus hostel facilities, but accommodation is limited, and priority is given to outstation and economically disadvantaged students.

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