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TISS Mumbai: CAT Cut-off, Fees and Placements
TISS Mumbai’s 2026-28 admission policy sets a minimum CAT percentile of 70 overall and 60 in each section for General, non-PwD candidates. Its MA-HRM&LR fee is ₹2,03,500 for the whole programme. The reported median salary for the 2026 graduating class was ₹28,00,000 a year. Every figure below links to the institute’s own document.
By ProCounsel Editorial TeamReviewed by ProCounsel counselling teamLast updated 12 Nov 2026
Official sources only · last verified 12 Nov 2026
What should you know about TISS Mumbai at a glance?
| Full name | Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai |
| Location | Mumbai, MaharashtraMore MBA colleges in Mumbai |
| Type | Deemed |
| Exams accepted | CAT |
What CAT percentile does TISS Mumbai require, by category?
Minimum percentiles from the 2026-28 policy for the first, CAT-based shortlisting stage. Each cell is the overall minimum in bold, then VARC / DILR / QA (“—” = none set). See every college whose minimum is within reach at 80 percentile.
| Category | Non-PwD | PwD |
|---|---|---|
| General | 70 · 60 / 60 / 60 | Not published |
| EWS | 70 · 60 / 60 / 60 | Not published |
| NC-OBC | Not published | Not published |
| SC | 53 · 45 / 45 / 45 | Not published |
| ST | 53 · 45 / 45 / 45 | Not published |
Policy batch 2026-28. Source: TISS Admission Brochure for CAT-PG Programmes 2026-2027· last verified 11 Nov 2026
- Published as a shortlisting minimum.
How does TISS Mumbai select students?
Stage 1: Shortlisting for Online Assessment on CAT
Weightage: CAT score 97% + 3% gender diversity (3 extra marks for female/transgender candidates)
Minimum CAT percentile cut-offs (overall and sectional) apply.
Stage 2: Online Interview
Weightage: 30%
Final merit list: CAT score 70% + Online Interview 30%.
Source: TISS Admission Brochure for CAT-PG Programmes 2026-2027· last verified 11 Nov 2026
What does TISS Mumbai cost, and what do graduates earn?
Master of Arts in Human Resources Management & Labour Relations (MA HRM&LR)
| Duration | 2 years |
| Total programme fee | ₹2,03,500Fee for the 2026-28 batch. Programme fee per TISS admissions page: Sem I Rs 78,650, Sem II Rs 41,250, Sem III Rs 53,900, Sem IV Rs 29,700 = Rs 2,03,500 (tuition, exam, field education, IT, library, students' competency fund; Sem I includes Rs 11,000 refundable caution deposit). Excludes hostel/dining and student-borne costs of practicum/study tours. Batch year not explicitly labelled on page.Source: TISS admissions - MA HRM&LR programme page· last verified 11 Nov 2026 |
| Intake | 60 seatsProgramme intake per TISS CAT-PG Admission Brochure 2026-27 and admissions page.Source: TISS Admission Brochure for CAT-PG Programmes 2026-2027· last verified 11 Nov 2026 |
| Median salary (2026) | ₹28,00,000 per year2024-26 batch final placements (Feb 2026). Official HRM&LR Final Placement Report 2026: 65 students participated, 34 companies, 58 HR-domain offers; highest Rs 66 L, mean Rs 28.69 L, median Rs 28 L; 20 PPOs. Not stated as audited.Source: TISS HRM&LR Final Placement Report 2026 (batch 2024-26)· last verified 11 Nov 2026 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum CAT percentile for TISS Mumbai?
For a General, non-PwD candidate, TISS Mumbai's 2026-28 admission policy sets a minimum of 70 overall and 60 in each section. This is the threshold to be considered at the first shortlisting stage, not the percentile at which interview calls close, which is usually higher.
Which entrance exams does TISS Mumbai accept?
TISS Mumbai's official admission documents list CAT for its MA-HRM&LR admissions. Check the current year's admission policy before applying, as accepted exams can change.
What is the fee for the MA-HRM&LR at TISS Mumbai?
TISS Mumbai states a total programme fee of ₹2,03,500 (₹2.04 lakh). Fee for the 2026-28 batch. Programme fee per TISS admissions page: Sem I Rs 78,650, Sem II Rs 41,250, Sem III Rs 53,900, Sem IV Rs 29,700 = Rs 2,03,500 (tuition, exam, field education, IT, library, students' competency fund; Sem I includes Rs 11,000 refundable caution deposit). Excludes hostel/dining and student-borne costs of practicum/study tours. Batch year not explicitly labelled on page.
What is the median salary at TISS Mumbai?
₹28,00,000 per year for the 2026 graduating class, from the institute's official report. Past placements do not guarantee future outcomes.
Sources
Official documents used on this page, all checked on 12 Nov 2026. ProCounsel is not affiliated with TISS Mumbai.
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