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MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA, India
MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA, India
NAAC Grade
A
Students
4,500
Placement
100.0%
Avg Package
₹27,00,000
The Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), founded in 1936, is one of India’s premier institutions dedicated to higher education in social sciences, public policy, human resources, and community development. With campuses in Mumbai, Tuljapur, Hyderabad, and Guwahati, TISS offers a wide array of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs. This guide covers all essential details about the TISS fee structure, ensuring complete clarity for aspirants.
Knowing the full and detailed TISS fee structure helps students:
Plan financially before applying.
Compare programs and campuses.
Explore available scholarships and financial aid options.
Understand miscellaneous charges like hostel, library, and examination fees.
Duration: 3 Years
Total Fees: ₹73,000
Eligibility: 10+2 in any stream
Duration: 4 Years
Total Fees: ₹12,30,400
Annual Fee Breakdown:
Year 1: ₹3,20,600
Year 2: ₹3,06,600
Year 3: ₹3,06,600
Year 4: ₹2,96,600
Eligibility: 10+2 in Science or related fields
TISS offers a wide range of MA specializations across campuses. Fee structure depends on the program:
Duration: 2 Years
Total Fees: ₹1,85,000
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in any field
Duration: 2 Years
Total Fees: ₹8,49,000
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree (work experience preferred)
Duration: 2 Years
Total Fees: ₹1,21,000
Eligibility: Bachelor’s in any discipline
Duration: 2 Years
Total Fees: ₹1,29,000
Eligibility: Bachelor’s in Education or related areas
Duration: 1 Year
Total Fees: ₹2,31,000
Eligibility: Bachelor’s in Psychology, Social Work, etc.
Duration: 2 Years
Total Fees: ₹1,29,000 to ₹1,38,000
Eligibility: Graduate in Health Sciences, Social Work, Sociology, etc.
Duration: 2 Years
Total Fees: ₹2,90,000
Eligibility: Graduate in any discipline
Duration: 1 Year
Total Fees: ₹73,000
Eligibility: LLB or equivalent
Duration: 2 Years
Total Fees: ₹6,85,000
Eligibility: B.Sc/B.Tech/B.Com with Math background
Duration: 2 Years
Total Fees: ₹1,24,000
Eligibility: Bachelor’s in Environmental Sciences or related subjects
Duration: 2 Years
Total Fees: ₹1,47,000
Eligibility: Bachelor’s in any discipline
Duration: Minimum 3 years
Estimated Total Fees: ₹1,65,000+ (varies with duration)
Eligibility: Master’s degree with minimum 55% marks
TISS also offers short-term certificate and diploma courses in:
Disaster Management
Human Rights
Counselling
These typically cost between ₹25,000 to ₹80,000 depending on duration and subject.
Hostel facilities are available at all campuses. Fees vary slightly between male and female hostels.
Hostel Fees (Per Semester):
Boys: ₹30,000
Girls: ₹27,500
Dining Charges:
Dining Hall Advance: ₹20,000 per semester (adjusted to actual use)
Examination Fee: ₹1,000 per semester
IT Charges: ₹2,000 per semester
Library Fee: ₹1,500 per semester
Health Care: ₹2,000 per semester
Development Fund (One-time): ₹10,000
Caution Deposit (Refundable): ₹2,500
Fee structure for foreign nationals is categorized based on the economic classification of their countries:
High-Income Economies: $2,800 per semester
Upper Middle-Income Economies: $1,500 per semester
Lower Middle-Income Economies: $1,000 per semester
Low-Income Economies / BIMSTEC: $750 per semester
Note: Hostel and dining fees are not included in the above international fee structure.
TISS allows fee payment through:
Online Net Banking
Demand Draft
Installments (limited cases via formal application)
To support students financially, TISS offers multiple scholarships:
Applicable to SC/ST students.
Covers tuition, hostel, and mess fees.
Requires income certificate and category proof.
Open to all categories.
Awarded after assessing financial background.
Must apply with supporting documents.
For Muslim, Christian, Jain, Sikh, and Parsi students.
Based on parental income below ₹2.5 LPA.
Sir Ratan Tata Trust Scholarship
UGC Fellowships
ICSSR Fellowships
Rajiv Gandhi National Fellowship
In fee calculation and seat allotment, TISS adheres to reservation policies:
SC – 15%
ST – 7.5%
OBC (Non-creamy Layer) – 27%
EWS – 10%
PwD – 5% horizontal reservation
This often reflects in subsidized fee and scholarship eligibility.
Hosts flagship courses like MA HRM & LR, MA in Social Work, and MHA.
Fees range between ₹1.2 to ₹8.5 Lakhs for 2 years.
Offers BSW and rural development-focused MAs.
Most affordable campus.
Programs under ₹1 Lakh.
Lower cost structure.
Focus on development, livelihoods, and governance.
Typical fees range: ₹1.1 – ₹1.3 Lakhs.
Offers MAs in Public Policy, Education, and Women's Studies.
Fees are affordable – around ₹1.3 Lakhs for 2 years.
In case of withdrawal or admission cancellation:
100% refund (minus ₹1,000 processing) before course begins.
50% refund within 15 days of course commencement.
No refund after 30 days.
Highly subsidized in comparison to private universities.
Top-tier faculty, placements, and industry recognition.
Robust alumni network.
Central government support.
For example, TISS HRM & LR graduates are recruited by leading firms like Accenture, TCS, Deloitte, and Mahindra, with average packages around ₹20 LPA – an ROI unmatched in the social sciences space.
The TISS fee structure reflects the institute’s core mission of providing accessible, high-quality education in the field of social sciences. While some professional programs like ODCL or Analytics may seem costly, the majority of programs remain within reach for students from modest backgrounds, especially with the availability of scholarships and financial aid.
Prospective students are advised to:
Visit the respective campus admission pages for updated fee details.
Check eligibility for scholarships.
Ensure timely documentation to access subsidies and aid.
NAAC Grade
A
Students
4,500
Placement
100.0%
Avg Package
₹27,00,000
Highest Package
₹49,00,000
Graduation Rate
95.0%
Highest Package
₹49,00,000
Graduation Rate
95.0%
