TISS - Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai

Yes, the Tata Institute of Social Sciences releases a separate cutoff for the General Awareness section of TISSNET exam. Only candidates who meet the TISSNET exam cutoff and General Awareness cutoff are shortlisted for the Online Assessment rounds- Extempore and Online Personal Interview . Sectional cut-off for General Awareness (GA) is applied for qualifying the TISSNET. Candidates not scoring the minimum cut-off mark for the General Awareness as below will not be qualified for TISSNET irrespective of the aggregate score. For TISSNET 2023, the GA cutoff was revised due to a revision in the TISSNET answer key. Basis the deletion and revision of the answer key the revised cutoff for TISSNET 2023 General Awareness was:
1. General, Economically Weaker Section, Kashmir Migrants, and Armed Forces- 12
2. PwD and OBC (Non-Creamy layer)- 11
3. Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe- No cutoff.

The Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai releases the cut-off list for the Master of Hospital Administration (MHA) program each year. However, for the academic session 2021-22, TISS Mumbai has not released any cut-off list for MHA program, as the admission process was conducted through an online entrance exam followed by a personal interview.
Candidates were shortlisted for the personal interview based on their performance in the online entrance exam. The final selection of candidates was based on the combined score of their performance in the entrance exam and the personal interview.
It is advisable to check the official website of TISS Mumbai or contact the admission office for the latest updates on the admission process and cut-off information for the MHA program.

TISSNET 2024 first merit list for admission to M.A. Programme is announced soon after the Online Assessment round are conducted. The first merit list is expected to release in third week of May 2024 at admissions.tiss.edu. Candidates who will appear for the TISS selection process will be able to check their admission status in the merit list. Candidates must note that appearing for the TISS Online Assessment rounds does not guarantee seats to the candidates at the TISS campus. To check the TISS first merit list candidates must follow the steps mentioned below:Step 1- Visit the official website of TISS Mumbai or copy the link- tiss. edu.Step 2- The screen will display the list of shortlisted candidates under various categories.Step 3- Candidates can check if they are shortlisted by pressing 'ctrl+F'.Step 4- Type the registration number.

Candidates' aggregate score is calculated on the basis of the TISSNET score and performance in Online Assessment rounds. Candidates will be given final weightage on the basis of which the seats will be offered. As per the TISS notification, the weightage for each round is as follows:Stage 1: TISSNET exam: It will be centre-based objective-type test with a maximum of 100 marks. The weightage for the TISSNET exam is final computation will be 50 percent.Stage 2: Online Assessments: OA round will be divided into two components: Extempore and Online Interview. In the extempore round candidates will have to give a reflection on a given topic. The extempore is for 100 marks and carries the weightage of 20 percent. Whereas Personal Interview will also be of 100 marks and will carry a weightage of 30 percent.

Some of the extempore topics that were given to candidates who applied for the HRM & LR programmes are:
1. Challenges of managing a remote workforce
2. Ethics of logical reasoning in decision making
3. Employee engagement is organizational success
4. Inclusivity and Diversity at workplace
5. How Indian workforces can leverage globalization without brain drain
6. A firm is its CEO reflection
7. Flexible working: End to weekends?
8. How to reduce workplace harassment
9. Sustainable Management Practices and it's advantages
10. Gandhi's philosophy is no more relevant
11. Importance of ensuring gender diversity in the workforce
12. Importance of ensuring gender diversity in the workforce
13. Can a country like India afford to spend on higher education?
14. AI in decision making- pros and cons
15. Corporate loan defaulters and farm loan waivers
16. Role of Ethics in Human Resources Management
17. Importance of Change Management in Human Resource Management
18. Is HR a cost center or profit center in India?
19. Leadership Development and adapting to changes
20 Role of Change Management in Organizations Growth.

Candidates who will appear for the Online Assessment must follow the important tips for preparation mentioned below:Know the programme: Candidates must ensure to familiarise themselves with the programme they have applied for. Candidates must know the programme structure and learning areas. 2. The latest events: Candidates must stay updated with the current events happening related to the programme applied for. Candidates must focus on reading articles and newspapers. 3. Enhance communication skills: Extempore and Personal Interview round assesses the candidate's communication skills. To enhance the skill, candidates must practice by preparing for common interview questions like a brief about themselves, inspiration to pursue this field of study, strengths and weaknesses; and How to improve the weaknesses; and Long-term career goals; how to handle stress and pressure and so forth. 4. Listening skills: Along with communication skills, candidates must focus on enhancing listening skills. 5. No use of non-verbal communication 6. Review DAF: Candidates must read their Detail Application Form before appearing for Online Assessment rounds. 7. Do not fake academic achievements 8. Ask questions: The better way to end the conversation is by asking questions to panel members related to the programme applied to demonstrate the candidate's interest in the programme.

The TISS Online Assessment round is divided into two stages: Extempore reflection and Personal Interview. The Online Assessment will be conducted for 20-30 minutes. In the Extempore round of the TISS Online Assessment, candidates will be asked to present a reflection on a given topic in front of the three panel members. The extempore round will be conducted online via Zoom application. The topic will be in accordance with the program applied for. Candidates will have to present the reflection for a duration of two to three minutes. In case, candidates are not comfortable with the first topic, they can request for second chance and change the topic. However, candidates will not be given a third chance to change the topic. Some of the Extempore topics asked were: 1. A firm is its CEO's reflection 2. Challenges of managing a remote workforce 3. Ethics of logical reasoning in decision making 4. Inclusivity and Diversity at Workplace 5. Corporate loan defaulters and farm loan waivers 6. Importance of Change Management in Human Resource Management 7. Is HR a cost center or a profit center in India? 8. Can a country like India afford to spend on higher education?