TISS National Entrance Test or TISSNET exam is a nationwide entrance examination conducted by the Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai for admission to its graduate courses. TISS offers up to 53 master's programs at its campuses in Mumbai, Tuljapur, Guwahati, Hyderabad, and elsewhere. The master's programs offered at TISS campuses are on par with the management programs offered by the best MBA universities in India. The entrance exam is conducted online and the exam consists of questions on English Proficiency, Mathematical Skills and Logical Reasoning, and General Awareness. The TISSNET examdates have been announced on November 12, and the exam will take place on February 20, 2021. Although the application process was scheduled to begin from November 20 at 5 p.m. onwards, has been postponed and has started as of December 3. The latest application date is January 15, 2021.
TISSNET Exam Highlights
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Features |
Details |
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Exam Name |
Tata Institute of Social Sciences National Entrance Test |
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Conducting Body |
TISS Mumbai |
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Exam Level |
National |
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Exam Frequency |
Once a year |
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Exam Mode |
Online |
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Exam Duration |
100 minutes |
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Exam Syllabus |
English Proficiency, Mathematical Skills & Logical Reasoning, and General Awareness |
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Exam Pattern |
100 questions in MCQ format |
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Language |
English |
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Exam Fees |
Rs 1,030 per course (for the unreserved category) and Rs 260 per course (for reserved category) |
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Exam Purpose |
Admission to TISS Mumbai, TISS Tuljapur, TISS Hyderabad and TISS Guwahati |
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Course Offered |
MBA/PGDM, MA in Education, MA, MA-MSc, MHA, MPH, MPH-HPEF, MPH-SELL, MMA in Social Work, MLIS |
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No. of Test Cities |
39 |
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Exam Helpdesk No. |
022-2552 5000 |
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Exam Website |
https://tiss.edu/ |
TISSNET Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria to appear in the TISSNET 2021 exam are detailed below:
Academic qualification
- The candidate must possess a bachelor's degree or equivalent from a recognized university.
- Candidates who will complete their final year of bachelor's / equivalent in June 2021 can also apply
- Candidates pursuing a 3-year bachelor's degree must have passed all 4 semesters by completing the TISSNET application form, while those pursuing a four-year bachelor's degree must have passed all subjects up to the sixth semester.
- Shortlisted candidates must present original certificates and a grade sheet on the date of the personal interview.
- Those who are in the final year of the degree program must submit report cards from all previous semesters.
Age limit
There is no set age limit to appear on the TISSNET 2021 exam.
Work experience
Candidates applying for the Master of Arts in (Organizational Development, Change and Leadership) must have at least 2 years of work experience in any field (after graduation)
TISSNET 2021 Important Dates
The TISSNET 2021 exam schedule was announced on November 12. However, the first event, that is, the application process, has been delayed, so the entire calendar is likely to be postponed. Take a look at the tentative schedule for TISSNET 2021 in the table below:
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Events |
TISSNET 2021 Dates |
Salient Features |
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Registration starts |
20-Nov-2020 (5 pm) 02-Dec-2020 03-Dec-2020 |
Online registration open, no change in registration fees and the application process |
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Online registration ends |
15-Jan-2021 |
Last date to submit application and exam fee |
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Last date of submitting the offline application form |
20-Jan-2021 |
Offline application is available only for candidates coming from remote areas where internet facility is not available like north-east, Jammu & Kashmir Jharkhand |
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TISSNET admit cards downloading begin |
05-Feb-2021 To Be Announced |
To be downloaded from TISS website |
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Pre-admission orientation Programs for SC/ST/OBC/Minority and PWD candidates |
To Be Announced |
This is to introduce candidates to the entire process of the entrance test, Pre-Interview Test / Group Discussion and personal interview. |
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TISSNET 2021 exam date |
20-Feb-2021 |
To be held at approximately 100 exam centers in 39 cities in one session |
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TISSNET 2021 Result announcement |
To Be Announced |
To be downloaded from the official website |
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Pre-Interview Test and Personal Interview dates |
To Be Announced |
PIT consists of a written test conducted before the Personal Interview. |
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Displaying list of selected candidates |
To Be Announced |
Candidates will be eligible for admission subject to the availability of all the required documents |
TISSNET Exam Pattern and Test Structure
The TISSNET questionnaire is divided into three sections: - English Proficiency, Mathematical Skills and Logical Reasoning, and General Awareness. While English proficiency and mathematical skills and logical reasoning have 30 points each, the general awareness section is weighted at 40 points. Below are the highlights of the TISSNET exam pattern.
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TISSNET Exam Pattern |
Details |
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Exam Mode |
Computer-Based Test mode |
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Exam Timings |
2:00 pm to 3:40 pm |
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Test Duration |
1 hour 40 minutes |
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Total Questions |
100 questions |
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Sections/Subjects |
3 sections based on: English Proficiency Mathematics and Logical Reasoning General Awareness |
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Total Marks |
100 marks |
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Type of Questions |
Multiple choices based questions |
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Medium |
English |
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Negative Marking |
No |
TISSNET 2021: Selection process
Candidates should check below the step-by-step selection process for TISSNET 2021:
Step 1: Complete the application form
Candidates must register for the TISSNET exam by completing the online application form available on the TISS Mumbai official website.
Application fees:
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Number of courses |
General Category |
SC/ST/OBC(NC) Category |
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For one course |
Rs 1,030 |
Rs 260 |
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For two courses |
Rs 2,060 |
Rs 520 |
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For three courses |
Rs 3,090 |
Rs 780 |
The application fee for TISSNET exam can be paid in online mode using:
- Net Banking
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
Step 2: Download the TISSNET 2021 Admission Card
Candidates who successfully register for the exam will receive their TISSNET admission cards. It can be downloaded from the official TISS website. Candidates should remember that the admission card is an important document that must be brought to the exam room.
Step 3: Take the TISSNET 2021 exam
Candidates must take the entrance test on the scheduled date. The duration of the exam is one hour and 40 minutes, and examinees will be asked questions based on proficiency in English, mathematics and logical reasoning and general knowledge.
Step 4: Check the result of TISSNET 2021
The TISSNET result will be provisionally declared in the fourth week of February on the official TISS website. Candidates can view their scorecards by entering their user ID and password.
Step 4: Pre-Interview Test / Group Discussion (GD)
Candidates who pass the TISSNET exam are summoned for the pre-interview test (PIT) / group discussion round. The varsity team may take the pre-interview test in the form of a written test or group discussion. The PIT duration is generally 35 to 40 minutes. For some courses, the PIT consists of two sections: essay writing and a short case study with questions based on it.
Step 5: Personal Interview (PI)
Candidates who pass the PIT / GD round are summoned for the personal interview. Here, candidates are asked questions about their previous academic history, the program they have applied to, and their future plans.
Expected cut of TISSNET 2021
The qualification limit in TISSNET is usually between 65 and 75 years. Please see below the table indicating the section cut for the TISSNET exam:
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Section |
Expected Cut-Off |
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General Awareness |
25-27 |
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English Proficiency |
27-28 |
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Maths and Logical Reasoning |
23-25 |
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Total |
70-75 |
TISSMAT 2021 Expected cut
For applicants seeking admission to management programs at TISS, an overall score of 32-35 will likely put them on the list of merits.
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Section |
Expected Cut-Off |
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Comprehension |
12 |
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Management Data Interpretation |
11 |
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Business Awareness |
9 |
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Total |
32 |
TISSNET 2021 Test Cities
TISSNET 2021 will take place in more than 100 test centers in 39 cities in India. Candidates must select their choice of test cities for TISSNET 2021 while completing the application form. See below the list of test cities for TISSNET 2021 for all regions:
Northern Region
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Chandigarh |
Dehradun |
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New Delhi |
Faridabad |
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Ghaziabad |
Jaipur |
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Lucknow |
Noida |
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Varanasi |
Greater Noida |
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Jammu |
Srinagar |
Eastern Region
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Bhubaneshwar |
Guwahati |
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Jamshedpur |
Kolkata |
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Patna |
Raipur |
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Ranchi |
Dimapur |
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Silchar |
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Western Region
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Ahmedabad |
Aurangabad |
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Bhopal |
Gwalior |
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Indore |
Mumbai |
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Nagpur |
Pune |
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Solapur |
Navi-Mumbai |
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Thane |
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Southern Region
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Bengaluru |
Chennai |
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Hyderabad |
Kochi |
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Visakhapatnam |
Madurai |
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Thiruvananthapuram |
Kozhikode |
TISSNET 2021 Program
Now that you know the distribution of the notes, let us inform you about the detailed schedule for TISSNET 2021 so that you can start preparing early from now on. Below is a list of the various topics on which questions are asked and the syllabus it is expected to cover for each topic.
English Proficiency or Verbal Ability: This section contains questions on Verbal Comprehension and Verbal Ability (VA). These are certain areas you should focus on: fill in the blanks with the correct word, antonyms, synonyms, homophones, choose the strange word, sentence correction, idioms, analogies, and acronyms. In the case of reading comprehension (RC), you must know the purpose of the passage, the assumption and the supporting statements, learn to make inferences and conclusions. You must learn to identify the author's point of view, determine the strength or weakness of arguments, and identify flaws or discrepancies in logic.
General Knowledge / General Awareness or Social Sensitivity: This section contains questions on current affairs, history, meanings of terms, recent social problems, activities and social movements. You are expected to know about environment, ecology, sports, entertainment, work, politics, economics, etc. You must have extensive knowledge in topics such as health, media, education, ICT, literature, art, governance, law, international. politics and news.
Mathematics and logical reasoning: This section has questions about basic mathematics, data interpretation (DI), and logical reasoning. We will provide you with the details of the topics to cover for each subsection.
Math: Review your basics of algebra, profit and loss, percent, ratio and proportion, HCF and LCM, average, square root, time and distance, BODMAS, mixtures and claims, as well as basic geometry.
Data Interpretation (DI) - Learn how to interpret bar charts, pie charts, uppercase and lowercase letters, line charts, tables, double pie charts, and multiple charts. You must also have knowledge of data comparison.
Logical Reasoning - Here you are expected to solve questions about number series, alphabetical series, logical connectivity, Venn diagrams, puzzles, cubes, and statement conclusion. You are expected to pay attention to detail when solving the questions in this section. Assumptions, arguments, and family trees will also be questioned.
TISSNET 2021 Preparation Tips
To prepare for TISSNET 2021, read the preparation strategies mentioned below, the best books and preparation material to help you in your annual preparation.
- First of all, you must decide whether you will opt for coaching or continue self-study at home.
- If you decide to go to coaching classes, find out the best coaching centers that can guide you properly. Look carefully for the best mentor who can provide you with a complete understanding of the entire syllabus.
- If you decide to study on your own, you should be more careful in managing your time and finishing the study program.
- It is absolutely crucial that you know the exam pattern.
- Take a look at the official syllabus and prepare accordingly.
- Don't leave out any topic.
- Read newspapers and magazines regularly to get a good score in the General Knowledge (GK) section.
- Find out about current events in India and abroad by closely following the news.
- You must have a clear concept of your basic concepts. There should be no problem in your fundamental knowledge.
- Report regularly for TISSNET mock tests to rectify your mistakes.
- Take quizzes from previous years to get the real feel of the exam.
TISSNET 2021 Advisory Process
The written national entrance exam is only the first round of selection at TISS. You must also appear for the Pre-Interview Test (PIT) and Personal Interview (PI) rounds to finally qualify. These admissions rounds will be held separately for each TISS campus. Only after all these rounds are completed will the TISS authorities draw up the final selection list. Your final score will be based on your performance in all rounds. Applicants will also need to present all necessary documents at the time of admission. You must bring both your original documents and certified copies of them. After your documents are verified, the TISS authorities will ask you to undergo a medical check-up before you are allowed admission.
Frequently asked questions related to TISSNET 2021
Question 1: Is TISS affiliated with any university?
Answer: TISS is a "Considered University" established under section 3 of the UGC Act of 1956.
Question 2: What is the process for getting admission through TISSNET?
Answer: The admission process includes the TISSNET test, the pre-interview test, and the personal interview.
Question 3: Are minimum scores required for the TISSNET exam?
Answer: Yes, the minimum score for the written test is 35% (for SC / ST) and 45% (for others). However, mere scores on the written test does not guarantee a place for a program.
Question 4: How many times can one take the TISSNET exam?
Answer: There is no limit to the number of attempts for the TISSNET exam. A candidate can appear as many times as he wishes.
Question 5: In case you need to change the test center later, what is the procedure?
Answer: Only in case of genuine reasons, the request to change the test center will be considered. For the same, candidates should contact the examining authority or write to them at pgadmission@tiss.edu.
Question 6: What are the fees for a course at TISS?
Answer: The fee varies from program to program and candidates can refer to the information brochure available on the TISS website for more details.
Question 7: Does TISS offer accommodation to its candidates?
Answer: Yes, the facility is available at TISS, but preference is given to candidates coming from outside Mumbai based on the income criteria, for students belonging to the SC / ST category
Question 8: Are there any Administration / NRI / Ex-Serviceman fees available at TISS?
Answer: No, TISS does not provide admission based on the Administration / NRI / Ex-Serviceman fee.
Question 9: When will the final shortlist of candidates be announced?
Answer: The list of merits will be announced in the third week of April 2021.
Question 10: What is the pre-interview test?
Answer: PIT or pre-interview test is essentially an essay writing test. The questionnaire consists of two sections: a) Essay writing b) Short case.
Question 11: How is the score for the final selection added?
Answer: PIT and PI scores will be added in a ratio of 70:30 for the final selection.
