FAQs
Q. What is the weightage of GK section in TISS-NET this year?
TISS-NET is an objective test and will have questions related to General Knowledge; Analytical
Ability, Logical Reasoning; and English Proficiency. Distribution of questions would be more or
less uniform across all the sections. GK can be static and dynamic both so types of questions can
not exactly be predicted.
Model question paper for (TISS-NET) will be placed on TISS website (www.tiss.edu) on
November 10, 2013 and link for the practice test is- http://www.digialm.com/TISS_MOCK/
Note: The link mentioned above is only a test to practice taking a computer based test. The
questions and the domains from which the questions have been asked will change for the
entrance test.
Q. While applying for M.A. in HRM & LR course, do I need to give two written exams?
While applying for any course in any of the four campuses of TISS, the initial screening would
be done on the basis of Computer-Based written Exam (TISS-NET) only. Once the candidate is
able to cross a particular cut-off score, then he/ she would be called for PIT (Pre Interview Test )
which may be a GD or Essay writing ( depending on the course, for HRM& LR , PIT is Essay
Writing) and followed by a Personal Interview (PI).
Marks for Different Components of Assessment
National Common Written Test
100 marks
Pre-Interview Test/GD
50 marks
Personal Interview
75 marks
Total
225 marks
Q. Would the written exam (TISS-NET) score be of importance after initial screening/Short
listing for PIT/PI?
Yes, the written exam does carry weightage and would be important & considered for the
preparation of the final merit list.
The weightage for NET, PIT/GD and PI is as follows for the for the preparation of final merit
lists for General as well as for Reserved Category candidates.
CET – 50%; PIT/GD – 20% ; PI –:30%.
Q: What are the rules for preparation of the waitlist?
A: Rules for preparation of the wait-list
1. Candidates who get admission to the programme of their first preference will not be on
wait-lists for any other programme mentioned in their list of preferences.
2. Candidates, who get admission into any programme which is their second preference, will
only be retained in the wait list of the first preference. Candidates who get admission into
any programme which is their third preference, will be retained in the wait list of their first
and second preference
3. Candidates, who receive an admission in a programme lower in their order of preferences,
will be retained in the wait-list of a preference higher in the order, till the seats in that
programme are filled.
4. In case, the candidates qualify in two programmes at the same time, when the wait list is
activated, the higher preference will prevail. The Institute will offer admission only to the
higher preference.
5. When a candidate who has already taken admission in a programme as per the first merit list
is subsequently offered the higher preference when the wait list is activated, he/she will be
moved into the programme of higher preference and will be informed.
Q: What is the format for SC/ST/ OBC certificate?
The selected candidates belonging to SC/ST and OBC category need to submit the certificate in
the prescribed format only.
The Prescribed Format is available on http://admissions.tiss.edu/reservations/sc-st-certificate and
http://admissions.tiss.edu/reservations/obc-nc-certificate.
Q: What are the different courses offered by TISS?
TISS through its 9 schools and 3 independent centres at the Mumbai Campus, along with vibrant
campuses in Tuljapur (Rural Maharashtra), Guwahati and Hyderabad offers 45 highly
competitive, socially relevant M.A. / M.Sc. / M.P.H./ M.H.A. Programmes.
For detailed information about campuses and various programmes offered, please visithttp://admissions.tiss.edu/programmes.
Q: When would I receive my admit card?
The admit card would be mailed to the candidates who have registered successfully, by the end
of November or first week of December. Those candidates who have not received their admit
card by December 1, 2013, may register their complaint by sending a mail to
[email protected]. For such candidates a duplicate admit card will be sent a day prior to the
entrance test to his/her respective centre. No duplicate admit card will be issued on the day of the
National Entrance Test.
Q: How many preferences can I indicate in my application form?
Candidates can apply for a maximum of three programmes across any of the two
campuses indicating the order of preference. The merit list will be prepared based on the
preferences given by the candidate in the application form.
Q: What is the last date for filling and submitting my application form?
Last date for filling the form online has been extended to November 15, 2013.
Q: What are the options available for visually impaired candidates to take TISS-NET?
Candidates with visual impairment will be given an option to have a SCRIBE to assist them to
complete the test. The SCRIBE should be an undergraduate student and should bring a valid ID
proof at the time of the test. The Persons with Disabilities who has disability of 40% or more will
get compensatory extra time of 20 minutes per hour.
Q: Difference between MA at TISS and MBA at other Institutes.
Please bear in mind that at TISS, we study Human Resources Management as an Arts discipline,
which makes the entire curriculum only richer in terms of the kinds of subjects that we are
required to study. It is *not* to be mistaken for an inferior course in any way! The M.A. in HRM
& LR is not only more encompassing, but also imperative in giving us an edge over other
schools in terms of Field work and the overall curriculum here.
Apart from this, there is absolutely no difference between an M.A. in TISS and a PGDM in other
B schools. In fact, among all the courses offered in TISS, HRM & LR comes closest to a true
blue management course, in terms of the rigor that the course comes with. Life in HRM & LR @
TISS is not any less hectic compared to other places. As far as placements are concerned, our
splendid placement report speaks for itself!
Q: what is Income Certificate?
CANDIDATES BELONGING TO GENERAL CATEGORY:Source of Income
Applicant himself, Parent/s and/or
Guardian / other Family members
employed
Applicant's Parent/s Retired
If Applicant's Parent is a Farmer
Certificate to be uploaded
Income certificate from the employer / ITR Form No.
16/16A for the financial year 2012-13 for all earning
members in the family, as the case may be
Pension yearly certificate / ITR Form No. 16/16A for
the financial year 2012-13
Income Certificate issued by the appropriate authority
like Tahsildar, Naik Tahsildar, Block Development
Officer or the District Magistrate/Collector or the ITR
Form No. 16/16A for the financial year 2012-13
1. Businesses with ITR filed: ITR Form No. 16/16A
for the financial year 2012-13
Applicant's Parent has Own business
2. Very small businesses / enterprises: Income
Certificate issued by the appropriate authority like
Tahsildar, Naib Tahsildar, Block Development
Officer or the District Magistrate/ Collector
Candidates belonging to OBC/SC/ST Categories
SC/ST and OBC(NC) applicant's whose Parent's Annual income is below 2.5 lakh and 1 lakh
respectively are eligible for free Application form. In order to claim this, the applicant is required
to upload Income Certificate issued by the appropriate authority like Tahsildar, Naib Tahsildar,
Block Development Officer or the District Magistrate/Collector.
Salary Slip, PensionSlip and the certificate issued by Community, etc., WILL NOT be
considered.
Q: Is GK deciding factor in TISSNET?
No, all Sections are equally important.
Q: Is TISSNET and SNAP date clashing?
No, TISSNET is on 22nd December while SNAP will be on 15th December 2013.
Q: TISSNET has separate exam for HRM & LR?
No, there is only one written Qualifying Exam followed by pre interview test which involves
essay writing and Personal Interview.
NOTE:
The official websites of TISS:
http://www.tiss.edu, http://admissions.tiss.edu and http://campus.tiss.edu are
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