Which B-school should I join if I have converted TISS, SJMSOM (IITB) and NITIE?

All three colleges are on top and choosing one among three is not easy. But I can give you some ideas about them as I have friends studying at these institutes. TISS is one of the most reputed colleges for HRM courses in the country. The top two institutes for HR programs are XLRI and 2nd is TISS. XLRI holds first place due to its history and huge batch size and placements. TISS is growing fast but still doesn’t have the same presence as XLRI has. TISS though has the advantage of a very small batch size compared to XLRI, which means lesser competition. And again TISS is at Bombay while XLRI is at Jamshedpur. I would say TISS is still a very good option for aspirants interested in HR. NITIE and SOM are the top two colleges in India for operations and supply chain profiles with NITIE being the clear number 1. Long history and a huge batch size result in lots of senior supply chain managers from NITIE across various companies. On the other hand, though 20 years old, SOM was upgraded only recently, to 120 batch size from earlier 60.Students are getting to the top but SOM does not have the same presence as NITIE. NITIE has more recruiting companies with cushy pay packages as compared to SOM. Although SOM is improving its placement numbers rapidly. SOM does boast of elegant IIT B infrastructure and less batch size and hence, lesser competition due to smaller batches. But NITIE would give you more options in terms of placements. So my preference order will be the following. TISS (HR) > NITIE (Operations & SCM) > SJMSOM (Finance & others) So, choose wisely based on your preferred domain. And in case you are interested in Marketing, both NITIE & SJMSOM are equally good.

How do the new HR programs of IIM Ranchi, NMIMS, and XIMB measure up to the established ones of XLRI, TISS, MDI and SCMHRD?

The simple answer to your question is no, the new HR programs of IIM Ranchi, NMIMS, or XIMB are not at par with the established ones XLRI, TISS, MDI, and SCMHRD. The established programs especially that of XLRI are the epitome of HR programs. They cannot be compared to the new ones at any given level or parameter. Faculty: The professors of XLRI are renowned throughout the industry for their competency. They specialize in almost every domain one can think of be it Law, Competency Modeling, Compensation, or Performance Management. Peers: It’s the cream students who get the opportunity to get into a prestigious college like XLRI. You can see tough competition between the finest students at college. Every individual has a valuable opinion and stands to contradict others. Their thinking pattern is broad and given a case study, they look at all angles from accounting to finance to laws while proposing the solution. The situation at TISS is also quite similar. Now one can say that the curriculum can be replicated and learned faculty can be sought to match the quality of the HR program at these institutes. But the truth is faculty and curriculum are the main but not the only factors that determine an institutes worth. Its own culture, ethics, and background have a lot to do with the programs it offers. So one cannot match XLRIs programs no matter how much they try.

How good is the HR MBA Course at SCMHRD? Is it comparable to XLRI and TISS?

SCMHRD offers a good HR MBA program. It offers a decent curriculum and placements. SCMHRD placements in 2021 concluded with an average CTC of INR 16.5 LPA. The highest CTC offered was INR 33.6 LPA. For HR, XLRI is better than SCMHRD. TISS is a great option for HR as well. In terms of placements, SCMHRD is comparable to TISS.

Which is better, TISS or IMT Ghaziabad?

IMT Ghaziabad is better. It is a reputed B-School with an excellent placement record. IMT is a renowned name in the marketing sector. IMT Ghaziabad placements 2022 had witnessed the highest CTC of INR 62 LPA. Morgan Stanley, Accenture, Goldman Sachs, BCG, etc. take part in the campus drive of IMT. TISS is an institute of Social Sciences and offers MAs, not MBAs. The course structure and learning are different.

Which is better among TISS HRM, and JBIMS MMS?

TISS offers one of the best HRM programs, rivaling that of XLRI HR, and has produced highly competent individuals in this field. If you have a strong passion for HR and are confident in your choice, TISS would be an excellent choice for you to pursue this specialization. On the other hand, if you are uncertain about your career path, it may be advantageous to keep your options open. In this scenario, it would be best to choose a college that allows you to decide on your stream later, rather than committing to a specific specialization immediately. This approach has its own advantages and disadvantages, so it ultimately comes down to personal preference and what best suits your individual needs and goals. Regardless of your choice, both TISS and JBIMS have top-notch individuals in all areas of management, so you can be assured that you will receive a high-quality education and have the opportunity to be mentored by skilled professionals.

Which is better for Developmental studies TISS or IIT Madras?

To get a better picture, let’s compare the two Institutes based on some common parameters: Faculties - Development Studies department at TISS and IIT Madras have highly esteemed professors imparting the best knowledge. Infrastructure: Infrastructure-wise, both institutes are fair and equal Placements: The placement of DS is better at TISS than at IIT Madras. Students are offered placements and internship opportunities in very renowned NGOs like Pratham, Sneha, Aanandi, etc. The package offered is normal, and the maximum salary package offered is 22 LPA. Curriculum: This course is one of the best offered in the school of social work at TISS. Being one of the flagship courses of TISS, it's superior in quality to that offered at IIT Madras. Brand name - IIT Madras is an engineering college while TISS is known for its social sciences specialization. Hence, it enjoys a better name globally and has a better research culture too. the quality of its research and researchers. Campus life: The ambiance at TISS is conducive to the requirements of the DS course and comprises several departments promoting social activities like social work, development studies, tribal studies, disability studies, etc. This aspect is missing at IIT Madras and the learning experience of this course is not on par with TISS. For Development Studies only, I would strongly suggest you go for TISS.

Which is the best option among these; an MBA at Christ, development studies at TISS, an MBA at ICFAI Hyderabad, or rural management at XIMB?

First of all, I don’t deem it right for you to compare an MBA with Development studies as both are vastly different. Even comparing a General MBA with that in Rural Management is unjustified. The choice of the program depends on what your inclinations and interests are and what you want to do with your degree. The points below will help you know the right choice for some general preferences. Rural Management: If you want to be in the new markets and provide forward linkages to rural enterprises or backward linkages to large-scale industries, then Rural Management is best for you. Development Studies: If you are willing to work in the policy sector, with an understanding of the development and public policy, and want to become an expert in project management, development, and implementation works in both rural and urban development, in a human and spatial context, then Development Studies is perfect for you. For Money: If money is your primary goal then look for a good MBA college as the ones you mentioned are just average. It is essential to know what exactly a course offers and what you are after only then you can make an informed decision

If you got through both XLRI and TISS, which one would you choose?

If you get both XLRI and TISS, you should choose the latter. Both of these are widely reputed. These offer different value propositions and learnings. XLRI is a true blue B-school. It is competitive and placement-oriented. TISS isn’t your typical B-school. It is a social sciences school, where placement follows knowledge. They have an opinionated, liberal knowledge-oriented approach towards academics. The pedagogy is research and fieldwork-oriented. You can choose any of the courses as optional irrespective of your course. This will help develop your perspective towards our country. Placement isn’t an issue for these institutes. You will get good ROI from both. The XLRI vs TISS is a never-ending debate and there isn’t any clear winner. You won’t miss out on any opportunity if you choose one over the other.

Which is better college out of the two, TISS vs XLRI?

XLRI will be a better option among these. It is a true-blue B-school. Their HRM program is the best in the country. If you are interested in HRM, XLRI is the best option. Placements and exposure offered in this field are unparalleled. XLRI HRM average package is around INR 23-25 LPA. TISS is a Social Sciences School. It follows a research-oriented, field-study-based curriculum. Both of these institutes have a good placement record and offer decent ROI.

TISS at Mumbai is a famed institute. Why should a person opt for it? What career and personal goals one should set once he/she joins it? Is this a better choice compared to IIM Shillong?

Comparing TISS with renowned B-schools such as - XLRI (Jamshedpur), IIM (Shillong) will show that it is at par with them. TISS is one of the premier institutes in the Social sciences department. TISS, as a research institute is well equipped. The graduation degree is of standard quality as well, it will be worth your time and money. At TISS, HR is not amongst the highlighted courses. It is Social Work and other public policy and development related courses that are at the forefront. HR, as a course, is parallel to the management side of the education TISS has included it in the course list. Apart from HR, TISS also has another management program which is the Social Entrepreneurship course. Now, let’s sum up the plus points of TISS, as the best-selected option: NAAC Accreditation A (It has been rated as the best university for Social Sciences in India) Faculty Best HR faculty in India; Extremely helpful and encouraging professors. Placement Percentage (2020) 80-90% Highest CTC INR 32LPA. (Its recruitment standards are equal to XLRI PMIR) Average CTC 20.60 LPA Recruiting Companies KPMG, Urban Management Centre, Amazon, CitiBank, etc. Best courses HR; MPH; MHA TISS, when it comes to HR, is definitely a more suitable option than IIM Shillong. However, a comparison cannot be set between the two colleges, in totality. Both of these educational institutes have different specialization courses. Therefore, a common leveling ground is absent. These are the stand-out features of TISS but a comparison with the IIMs is not justified, as they both deal with different subject matters at different levels.

TISS Mumbai: Admission 2023, Cutoff 2023, Rankings 2023, Placements 2022, Fees,

TISS Mumbai also known as Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) is a prestigious B-School situated in Mumbai. TISS Mumbai offers various UG, PG and PhD programs. The popular programs at TISS Mumbai include MA HRM & LR, MHA, MA OD,C&L, MA LS&P among others. Admission to the PG programs is based on the CUET PG exam followed by a Personal Interview.

TISS Mumbai has been ranked 98th in the University Category by NIRF 2023. TISS Mumbai has concluded its Placement Report for batch 2024. TISS Mumbai average package was recorded at INR 26.31 LPA while the highest package stood at INR 49 LPA. Some of the top recruiters included Accenture, Accenture Technology, Aditya Birla Group, Asian Paints, Citi Bank, Cipla etc.

Table of Content

TISS Mumbai Admission
TISS Mumbai Placements 2024
TISS Mumbai Fees
TISS Mumbai VS JBIMS VS XLRI VS SIBM Pune VS FMS Delhi
TISS Mumbai Courses
TISS Mumbai Campus
Importance of Joining TISS Mumbai: 4 Compelling Reasons
TISS Mumbai FAQs

TISS Mumbai Admission

TISS Mumbai Admission is based on CUET PG scores followed by TISS Online Assessment. The detailed admission process is as follows:

Admission Stage	Admission Process	Timeline
Registration	Candidates who wish to join TISS Mumbai are required to register for CUET PG exam	December 26, 2023 - January 24, 2024
CUET PG	To get Shortlisted for TISS Mumbai Admission, Candidates must take the CUET PG Exam	March 11 - 28, 2024
TISS Online Assessment	Candidates are Shortlisted based on their CUET PG scores for further selection which includes Extempore, Online Personal Interview (OPI), Online Group Discussion / Case Discussion (OGD/OCD)	To be announced
Final Selection	Final Selection is based on Candidate’s CUET PG Score and Online Assessment	To be announced

For the batch of 2023-25, a total of 17559 general category candidates selected TISS Mumbai HRM of which 347 were shortlisted for the PI WAT round and 28 candidates received the final offer. The Admission Statistics for batch 2023-25 are tabulated below:

Category	No. of Candidates Selected TISS Mumbai	No. Candidates Selected for WAT/PI	No. of Students With Final Offer
General	17559	347	28
EWS	1876	73	7
NC-OBC	5994	220	18
SC	3181	111	10
ST	916	53	5
PWD	NA	30	3

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TISS Mumbai Placements 2024

TISS Mumbai Placement for batch 2024 has been concluded. TISS Mumbai students received an average package of INR 26.31 LPA. The table below gives further information on TISS Mumbai Placement, comparing them to previous years.

Particulars	Placements Statistics (2024)
Number of Students	78
Number of PPOs	26 (33.3%)
Highest Package	INR 49 LPA
Average Package	INR 26.31 LPA
Median Package	INR 25.28 LPA
Top 10% Average Package	INR 39 LPA
Top 25% Average Package	INR 35.26 LPA
Top Recruiters	Accenture, Accenture Strategy, Aditya Birla Group, Amazon, Asian Paints, Citibank, HUL, ITC, Marico, Nestle, etc

TISS Mumbai Summer Internships 2025

Particulars	Internship Statistics (2025)	Internship Statistics (2024)	Internship Statistics (2023)
Number of Recruiters	39	36	38
Number of Students	71	77	72
Highest Stipend	INR 4.5 Lakhs	INR 4 Lakhs	INR 3.30 Lakhs
Average Stipend	INR 2.82 Lakhs	INR 2.62 Lakhs	INR 2.35 Lakhs
Median Stipend	INR 3 Lakhs	INR 3 Lakhs	INR 2.40 Lakhs
Top 25% Average Stipend	INR 3 Lakhs	INR 3.2 Lakhs	INR 3.08 Lakhs
Top Recruiters	Accenture, Accenture Technology, Aditya Birla Group, Asian Paints, Citi Bank, Cipla etc	Deloitte, Amazon, Nivea, Samsung, Wipro, Piramal, Flipkart, E&Y	Aditya Birla Group, Citi, HUL, ITC, Mahindra, Marico, Nestle, P&G, RPG

TISS Mumbai Fees

TISS Mumbai charges INR 1.85 Lakhs for its MA HRM & LR Program, INR 1.45 Lakhs for its MHA Program. The details for the same is tabulated below:

Course Name	Total Fees
MA in Human Resource Management and Labour Relation (MA HRM & LR)	INR 1,85,000
Master of Hospital Administration (MHA)	INR 1,45,000
MA in Organization Development, Change and Leadership (MA OD,C&L)	INR 8,49,000
MA in Labour Studies and Practice (MA LS&P)	INR 1,45,000

TISS Mumbai VS JBIMS VS XLRI VS SIBM Pune VS FMS Delhi

Institute Name	Highest Package	Average Package	Total Fees
TISS Mumbai	INR 49 LPA	INR 27.22 LPA	INR 1,85,000
JBIMS	INR 35.75 LPA	INR 28.02 LPA	INR 6,10,000
XLRI	INR 75 LPA	INR 29.89 LPA	INR 28,60,000
SIBM Pune	INR 35.05 LPA	INR 26.77 LPA	INR 26,79,500
FMS Delhi	INR 1.23 CPA	INR 34.1 LPA	INR 2,00,000

TISS Mumbai Courses

Course Name	Admission Criteria
MA HRM & LR	Duration: 2 Years Batch Size: 60 Eligibility: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree of 3 or 4 Years OR Students in their Final Year of Examination
MHA	Duration: 2 Years Batch Size: 60 Eligibility: Bachelor’s Degree OR Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine, Paramedical sciences, and another 4-year program in Pharmacy, Veterinary Sciences, Engineering, and Law OR Students in their Final Year of Examination
MA OD,C&L	Duration: 2 Years Batch Size: 35 Eligibility: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree of 3 or 4 Years and 2 Years of Work Experience as on May 1, 2024
MA LS&P	Duration: 2 Years Batch Size: 26 Eligibility: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree of 3 or 4 Years OR Students in their Final Year of Examination

TISS Mumbai Campus

TISS Mumbai has 4 Campuses in India. The main campus is situated in Mumbai while the other 3 off-campuses are located in Tuljapur, Hyderabad and Guwahati. TISS Mumbai Campus has Medical Services, Dining Hall, Gymkhana, Hostel, Library, Computer Lab, Counselling Center etc. Check Life at TISS Mumbai for more details

Importance of Joining TISS Mumbai: 4 Compelling Reasons

Diversity & Culture: TISS Mumbai is also known as a Smaller Version of India. Students come from all over the world bringing various Cultures and Traditions to the Campus. It helps you in developing a broad perspective, understanding students who are unlike you.
Discipline: TISS Mumbai is one of the most disciplined institutions in the Country. It has been said that once you Graduate from TISS Mumbai, you’ll be able to handle any challenge or pressure that comes your way.
Social Work & Impact: TISS Mumbai is renowned for its programs in Social Work and its Impact on society. TISS Mumbai provides hands-on experience in real-life assignments by working with NGOs, Community Organizations, Government Agencies etc.
Networking: TISS Mumbai has a vast Alumni Network. TISS Mumbai offers a platform for networking with Peers, Alumni and Professionals from diverse backgrounds. Networking opportunities aid students in their Professional Growth, Internships and Placements.

TISS Mumbai FAQs

Ques. How can I get selected in TISS Mumbai?

Ans. TISS Mumbai selects students based on their performance in Online Assessment Test which includes Extempore, Online Personal Interview (OPI), Online Group Discussion / Case Discussion (OGD/OCD) and CUET PG Scores.

Ques. Which is better, IIMs or TISS Mumbai?

Ans. Both TISS Mumbai and IIMs are top B-Schools of India. However, they have different areas of Focus and Strengths. TISS Mumbai is recognized for its expertise in Social Sciences, Social Work, Human Resources, Public Policy, Development Studies and Rural Management. On the other hand, IIMs are known for their Management Programs and have a strong reputation in the Corporate World.

Ultimately, the choice between TISS Mumbai and IIMs depends on the individual’s interests, career goals and the program you seek.

Ques. Does TISS Mumbai have a Hostel?

Ans. TISS Mumbai provides Hostel Accommodation for its Students. TISS Mumbai has 6 Hostels for Boys & Girls in its old campus. TISS Mumbai has two - 7 storied buildings that accommodates Indian and International students in its New Campus. To accommodate the growing need for Housing, TISS Mumbai has rented additional spaces in the vicinity of the Institute, referred to as Off-campus Hostels.

Ques. Which exam is accepted by TISS Mumbai?

Ans. TISS Mumbai has decided to accept CUET scores for its Programs. TISS Mumbai has cancelled TISSNET Exam for batch 2024.

Ques. Does TISS Mumbai have 100% Placements?

Ans. TISS Mumbai has 100% Placement. TISS Mumbai highest package was recorded at INR 49 LPA. The 2023 placement drive for the MA HRM & LR has been concluded with 66 offers made to the 66 participating students.

Ques. Does TISS Mumbai offer Scholarships?

Ans. Yes, TISS Mumbai offer Scholarships are offered to SC, ST, OBC (NC), PWD and Minority candidates.

Ques. Who are the Top Recruiters at TISS Mumbai?

Ans. Accenture, Accenture Technology, Aditya Birla Group, Asian Paints, Citi Bank, Cipla etc are some of the Top Recruiters at TISS Mumbai.

Ques. What does a Typical Day look like at TISS Mumbai?

Ans. A Typical Day at TISS Mumbai usually starts at 8:30 AM for lectures scheduled by 9:15 AM. Lunch Break is usually from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM. Guest Lectures, Company Presentations, Assignments, Competitions, Field Work are a part of the daily life in TISS Mumbai.

Ques. How is TISS Mumbai Library?

Ans. TISS Mumbai Library is also known as Sir Dorabji Tata Memorial Library (SDTM). SDTM has a collection of over 10,298 Scholarly Print and E-journals, 1,600 Audio-visual Materials, over 1,24,000 volumes.

Ques. Are there any Startups founded by Alumni of TISS Mumbai?

Ans. Yes, there are many Startups founded by Alumni of TISS Mumbai, some of them are as follows:

Alumni Name	Startup
Aman Jain (2015-17)	Founder & CEO - Bunkaar Textiles
Dr. Rani Desai (1979-81)	Founder - It’s About You
Amrita Nair (2011-13)	Co-Founder - Apni Shala

Ques. What does TISS Online Assessment (OA) include?

Ans. TISS Online Assessment (OA) includes Extempore, Online Personal Interview (OPI) and Online Group Discussion / Case Discussion (OGD/OCD).

Ques. What are the documents required while applying for a PG program at TISS?

Ans. The documents that need to be submitted along with the application form are as follows:

Photograph
Signature
TISS copy of Challan (if paid in cash)
Caste / Tribe certificate (if applicable)
OBC Certificate (if applicable)
Income Certificate (for OBC-NCL candidates)
PWD certificate (if applicable)
KM certificate (if applicable)
Armed Force certificate (if applicable)

Ques. What weightage does TISS Mumbai assign to CUET PG for Final Selection?

Ans. TISS Mumbai assigns 75% Weightage to CUET PG Score and 25% Weightage to TISS Online Assessment.

Ques. Who are some of the notable alumni at TISS Mumbai?

Ans. Medha Patkar, Anu Aga, Adil Malia, Bhuvaneswar Naik, Purnima Mane are some of the notable alumni of TISS Mumbai.

Ques. What is the exam accepted for UG admission at TISS Mumbai?

Ans. TISS Mumbai accepts the CUET exam for admission into the UG courses.

Ques. What is the eligibility to appear for the CUET UG exam?

Ans. Candidates should have passed 10+2 to appear for the CUET UG exam.

Ques. Does TISS Mumbai offer placement assistance to MPhil / PhD students?

Ans. No, TISS Mumbai does not offer Placement to MPhil / PhD students.

Ques. Are there any nearby places worth visiting from TISS Mumbai?

Ans. TISS Mumbai is situated in Deonar, Chembur, Mumbai. Marine Drive, Bandra - Worli Sea Link, Girgaon Chowpatty are some of the nearby places worth visiting from TISS Mumbai.

TISS Mumbai Popular Courses

Full Time Courses

Top Courses	1st Year Fees	Total Fees	Eligibility	Application Dates
M.H.A [Hospital] (Hospital Administration)	₹79,000	₹1.45 Lakhs	Graduation	25 Apr - 31 Jul 2024
L.L.M (General)	-	₹81,000	L.L.B.	25 Apr - 31 Jul 2024
MA (Human Resource Management) +26 More MA Courses	₹1.09 Lakhs	₹1.85 Lakhs	Graduation with 45% + CUET PG	25 Apr - 31 Jul 2024
M.Sc (Analytics) +5 More M.Sc Courses	₹3.5 Lakhs	₹6.85 Lakhs	Graduation + CUET PG	25 Apr - 31 Jul 2024
Ph.D (Health Services Management) +10 More Ph.D Courses	₹66,500	₹2.21 Lakhs	Postgraduation	-

Part Time Courses

Top Courses	Total Fees	Eligibility	Ranking
Executive (Human Resource Management)	₹4.34 Lakhs	Graduation	19 out of 50 by The Times Of India View More

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