Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS)

About the university

Tata Institute of Social Sciences is India's premier institution for social sciences, public policy, and social work. One of India's oldest research universities (1936), funded by the legendary Tata Group. Known globally for Social Work, Public Policy, Human Rights, Labour Studies, and Education. Campuses in Mumbai, Tuljapur, Guwahati, and Hyderabad. Produces India's top social workers, NGO leaders, and policy makers. International partnerships with LSE, Columbia, and Toronto universities.

Key information

  • Location: Mumbai, IN
  • Ranking #801
  • QS #801
  • National ranking #3
  • Institution type: public

Popular faculties

  • Social Work
  • Public Policy
  • Education
  • Human Rights
  • Labour Studies
  • Sociology
  • Psychology

Programs (6)

  • Sociology
  • Psychology
  • Education
  • Political Science
  • Economics
  • International Relations

Student body

  • Total students: 3,500
  • International students: 6%

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: $300 - $900 / per month

Career & internships

Employment rate: 88%

Admission requirements

Required tests

  • IELTS
  • TOEFL
  • TISSNET

Minimum GPA: 3.2

Tuition costs

  • $500 - $3,000 / per year
  • Acceptance rate: 5.00%
  • Scholarships available: Tata Trust scholarships, TISS merit fellowships, UGC research fellowships, international student awards, social work excellence grants.
  • Additional costs: Mumbai living costs ~$500-1200/month. TISS campus includes subsidized housing.

Quick facts

  • Founded: 1936
  • Teaching languages: English
  • Study formats: offline

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