Features

Details

Exam Name

Tata Institute of Social Sciences National Entrance Test (TISSNET)

Conducted By

Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS)

Purpose

To get admission into Master’s programs in various disciplines such as Social Work, Public Policy, Human Resources, and Management.

Exam Sessions

Once a year, usually in January or February.

Application Mode

Online

Steps of Application

1. Register Online – Visit admissions.tiss.edu and create an account.
2. Fill Application Form – Enter personal, academic details and select up to 3 programs.
3. Upload Documents – Photo, signature, category/income certificates (if applicable).
4. Pay Application Fee – Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking) or Offline (SBI Challan).
5. Download Admit Card – Available before the exam on the official website.
6. Appear for TISSNET – Take the computer-based test (CBT).
7. Selection Process – Shortlisted candidates attend TISSMAT/TISSPAT (for some courses) and PI.
8. Final Admission – Merit list based on scores; selected candidates complete verification & fee payment.

Application Fees

• General/OBC/EWS: ₹1,030 (1 program), ₹2,060 (2 programs), ₹3,090 (3 programs).
• SC/ST/PwD (With Income Certificate): ₹260 (1 program), ₹520 (2 programs), ₹780 (3 programs).
• SC/ST/PwD (Without Income Certificate): ₹510 (1 program), ₹1,020 (2 programs), ₹1,530 (3 programs).

Payment Mode

Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI) or Offline (SBI Challan).

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree (minimum 3 years) from a recognized university.
• Final-year students can apply, but they must complete their degree by June 2025.

Age Limit

• No age limit for TISSNET.

Work Experience (If Required)

• Some programs (like Executive Courses) require 2+ years of work experience.

Nationality

• Indian and international candidates can apply.

Mode of Exam

Computer-Based Test (CBT) (Online)

Medium of Exam

English only

Duration of Exam

100 minutes (1 hour 40 minutes)

Types of Questions

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Exam Pattern

• General Awareness (GA) – 40 questions | 40 marks
• English Proficiency – 30 questions | 30 marks
• Mathematical & Logical Reasoning – 30 questions | 30 marks
• Total Questions: 100
• Total Marks: 100

Syllabus

1. General Awareness (GA)

• History, Geography, Politics, Economy
• Current Affairs (National & International)
• Social Issues & Policies
• Important Government Schemes
• Science & Technology
• Sports, Awards, Books & Authors

2. English Proficiency

• Reading Comprehension
• Sentence Correction & Grammar
• Synonyms & Antonyms
• Fill in the Blanks
• Sentence Completion
• Para Jumbles

3. Mathematical & Logical Reasoning

• Basic Arithmetic (Percentages, Profit & Loss, Ratio & Proportion)
• Algebra & Number System
• Data Interpretation (Tables, Graphs, Charts)
• Logical Reasoning (Series, Blood Relations, Syllogisms, Coding-Decoding)

Marking Scheme

• Correct Answer: +1 mark
• Wrong Answer: No negative marking
• Unanswered Question: No marks deducted

Preparation Tips

• General Awareness: Read newspapers, follow current affairs, and study GK books.
• English Proficiency: Improve reading skills, practice grammar, and solve mock tests.
• Math & Logical Reasoning: Revise basics, practice DI, and solve puzzles.
• General Tips: Take mock tests, analyze mistakes, and manage time effectively.

Helpline numbers

022-2552 5252

Email address

pgadmission@tiss.edu

Official Website

https://admissions.tiss.edu/