TISS released the 3rd merit list for CAT-based postgraduate programmes on May 12, 2026 . Candidates named in this final list must complete fee payment and document submission by May 15, 2026 to confirm admission for the 2026-27 academic year.

TISS 3rd merit list: who is covered and where to check

The list includes seats for programmes selected via CAT scores, including M.A. Human Resource Management and M.A. Labour Relations . Check your name and status on the official portals: admissions.tiss.ac.in and appln.tiss.ac.in/admission_status.

Keep your application number and password ready when you log in. The admissions portal shows the programme offered and any programme- or category-specific instructions.

TISS 3rd merit list — how to accept your seat and pay fees

Selected candidates must pay the required fees by May 15, 2026 . Fee payment is done through the SMS portal at stud-mgmt.tiss.edu using your login credentials.

Fee amounts vary by programme and category; the portal will display the exact amount after login. Payment and document upload together confirm your acceptance of the seat.

Documents required and verification schedule

Upload scanned copies of your degree certificate, mark sheets and category certificate (if applicable) along with any other documents specified on the portal. Document verification will begin on May 16, 2026 , one day after the fee deadline.

If you miss the May 15 deadline, you risk losing the offered seat. The institute has stated this is the final merit list for CAT-PG admissions this cycle.

Admission timeline at a glance

For queries about admission status, fee payment or documents, contact TISS CARE at 022-25525252 . Use official portals only for payments and status checks to avoid delays.

This notice is the final opportunity under the CAT-based PG admission process for the 2026-27 academic session. Candidates who complete payment and verification on time will proceed to registration and the start of classes in June 2026 .