Tata Institute of Social Sciences
M.A. Social Work in Children & Families
A 2-year PG program at TISS Mumbai for those who want to change the system — not just post about it.
Key numbers
NIRF Rank (University)
58
Batch Size
30
Duration
24 Months
Hostel
Available
NAAC Grade
UGC recognized deemed university
Average CTC
2025 placement batch
Investment
₹2.0L total
- Total Program Fee₹2,04,000per year
Are you eligible?
Admission Basis
Entrance exam only. No specific subject prerequisites are listed.
Entrance Exam
TISSNET is the sole gateway for admission to this program.
Entrance exams
Placement · 2025
Where graduates land
Placement rate
82%
Top recruiters
Your 2-Year Journey
Year +0
Year 1: Foundations
Coursework in Child Rights, Family Dynamics, Child Psychology, and Juvenile Justice — plus your first serious field stint.
Year +1
Year 2: Specialization
Advanced study in Adoption & Foster Care, intensive field placements, and direct exposure to welfare agencies.
Year +2
Graduate & Impact
M.A. complete. Enter the workforce via Childline, Save the Children, UNICEF, adoption agencies, or government welfare departments.
Reality Check: Impact First, Pay Later
The average CTC is ₹5 LPA, so if you're chasing a corporate paycheck, this isn't your lane. But for child rights, policy, and grassroots work, TISS is the most credible launchpad in the country.
The verdict
Strong fit
This is a powerhouse program if you're committed to child welfare, rights, or policy. TISS offers unmatched access to mission-driven recruiters like UNICEF and Save the Children. The trade-off is a modest starting salary, so choose this only if sector impact matters more to you than early financial ROI.
Matches what you said
- ✓ Child rights & welfare
- ✓ NGO/Government careers
- ✓ Field-based social work
- ✓ Policy & advocacy
Doesn't match
- ✗ High starting salary
- ✗ Corporate career paths
- ✗ Tech/STEM roles