Tata Institute of Social Sciences or TISS is a private university located in Telangana Hyderabad. Founded in 2011, the university offers many courses like MA and Ph.D. in various fields of social sciences, etc. Admission to Master's and Ph.D. in various fields of social sciences courses at TISS is done on the basis of the TISSNET exam.

TISS Hyderabad offers M.A courses like Master of Arts in Human Resource Management and Labour Relations, Master of Arts in Development Studies, Master of Arts in Media and Cultural Studies, Master of Arts in Social Work, and Master of Public Health (MPH). TISS also offers a number of interdisciplinary programs, such as the Master of Arts in Climate Change and Sustainability Studies and the Master of Arts in Social Entrepreneurship. Top companies such as Accenture, Azim Premji Foundation, I-Pac, Tata Motors, ICICI Foundation, Aditya Birla Group, Asian Paints, Deloitte, Flipkart, HUL, ITS, Nabard, Nestle India, etc hire new recruits from the campus. The highest package offered to a student graduating from TISS Hyderabad in the 2023 placement season was INR 49 lakhs per year. This was for the Master of Arts in Human Resource Management and Labour Relations program.

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The campus has various facilities for the students, including a library and E- Resources centre, medical services, computer labs, classrooms, seminar rooms, a sports complex, a hostel, and a dining hall. The TISS Hyderabad campus is located in Rajendra Nagar, Hyderabad, Telangana. It is a 10-minute drive from the Hitech City metro station. 

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TISS Hyderabad Highlights

Established Year 2011
Type Private
Top Courses Master of Arts in Rural Development and Governance, Master of Arts in Education, Master of Public Policy and Governance, Master of Development Studies, Master of Women's Studies, Master in Natural Resources & Governance and Masters in Human Resources Management
Admission Criteria Entrance and Merit Based
Highest CTC INR 49 lakhs per year
Top Recruiters Accenture, Aditya Birla Group, Asian Paints, Deloitte, Flipkart, HUL, ITS, Nestle India
Facilities Library, computer labs, classrooms, seminar rooms, a sports complex, a hostel, and a dining hall

TISS Hyderabad FAQs

Ques: Is TISS Hyderabad a government college or private?

Ans: TISS Hyderabad is a Public Deemed to be University established as a off campus in 2011. Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) is a renowned social sciences institution in India. It is known for its high-quality education, research, and training in various social science disciplines.

Ques. What is the exact location of TISS Hyderabad?

Ans. TISS Hyderabad address and contact details are as follows:

K.B. Sainik School Premises, Brahmannapalli Road, Abdullapurmet Mandal, Ranga Reddy District, Hyderabad-501510

TISS Hyderabad contact number: +91 40 24017701; +91 40 24017702. Candidates can also contact the college through mail at tisshyd@tiss.edu. 

Ques.  What programs does TISS Hyderabad offer?

Ans. TISS Hyderabad offers various postgraduate, integrated, and doctoral programs in fields such as Social Work, Rural Development, Public Health, Human Resources Management, and more.

Ques. What is the admission process for TISS Hyderabad?

Ans. The admission process varies depending on the program. Generally, it involves a combination of entrance exams, group discussions, and personal interviews. The institute follows a rigorous selection process to ensure quality students are admitted.

Ques. Is TISS Hyderabad only for social work programs?

Ans. No, while TISS Hyderabad is known for its social work programs, it also offers programs in other disciplines like Public Health, Rural Development, Human Resources Management, and more.

Ques. What is the campus like at TISS Hyderabad?

Ans. TISS Hyderabad has a modern campus with various facilities like classrooms, libraries, computer labs, hostels, sports facilities, and more. The campus is designed to facilitate a conducive learning and research environment.

Ques. How is placement at TISS Hyderabad?

Ans. TISS Hyderabad has a strong track record of placements. Graduates from the institute often find opportunities in NGOs, government organizations, corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives, international organizations, and more. The top recruiters at TISS Hyderabad include  Accenture, Azim Premji Foundation, I-Pac, Tata Motors, ICICI Foundation, Aditya Birla Group, Asian Paints, Deloitte, Flipkart, HUL, ITS, Nabard and many more.