2-Year PG Program
M.A. Social Work in Mental Health
Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai
Key numbers
Seat Intake
20
Duration
24 Months
Placement Rate
85%
NAAC Score
3.89
NAAC Accreditation
Score: 3.89 / 4
Total Program Fee
Full 2-year program
Are you eligible?
Entrance Exam
Admission is through TISSNET, the institute’s national-level entrance test.
Entrance exams
Placement · 2025
Where graduates land
Placement rate
85%
Top recruiters
Curriculum Built for the Field
You’ll study Clinical Social Work, Psychopathology, Counselling Theories, and Community Mental Health—plus mandatory Field Work in clinical settings and research training.
Hostel & Scholarships Available
On-campus hostel and scholarship support are both on offer—definitely a win in Mumbai’s housing scene.
The verdict
Good fit
This is a strong bet if you care about mental health advocacy and grassroots impact. TISS brings serious credibility (A++, 85% placements in 2025), the 20-seat batch means tight mentorship, and recruiters range from Tata Medical Center to respected NGOs like Sangath. Just note that public details are somewhat limited, so double-check the latest TISSNET syllabus and fee waiver rules on the official site before committing.
Matches what you said
- ✓ Mental health + social justice
- ✓ Field-based learning
- ✓ Small cohort & mentorship
Doesn't match
- ✗ Corporate salary track
- ✗ Large peer groups
- ✗ Pure clinical psychology licensure