[Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) Licensed Program]

The ‘M.Sc. Psychosocial Rehabilitation’ is a specialized degree programme licensed by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) and it focuses on understanding disability due to mental health conditions and facilitating the recovery of affected individuals. This programme aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of mental health conditions (including mental illness, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and psychosocial concerns of special groups) and skills needed to facilitate mental health rehabilitation. The coursework combines lectures, discussions, application exercises in simulated environments, and clinical/fieldwork. Graduates of the programme will become Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) certified professionals working in various settings, including hospitals, clinics, community health centres, and government or non‑governmental organizations working in the mental health or social sector.

Key Features:

• RCI-licensed practicum-intensive programme with required fieldwork and internships.
• Focus on counseling skills and psychotherapeutic assessment through skill-based subjects.
• Trains students to address psychosocial concerns across all age groups and work with families, communities, and other stakeholders.
• Interdisciplinary approach combining mental health, disability, and rehabilitation, with insights into legislative and administrative aspects.

To graduate, a student must complete the following꞉

• A minimum of 117 credits over two years
• Practicum‑intensive course with clinical/fieldwork hours and
• Internships as per RCI norms
• Dissertation to be submitted at the end of two years
• Students can take JGU wide cross‑registered electives

Duration- 2 Years

Course Strcuture

• Applicants for all postgraduate programmes at JIBS will be selected based on their performance in Jindal-PMAT (Psychology Masters Admissions Test) and personal interaction
• 50% marks in any undergraduate degree
• Accepted standardized tests/competitive examinations - Jindal PMAT (Psychology Masters Admissions Test)/ GRE (Graduate Record Examinations)/
• GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test)/ CAT (Common Admission Test)
• For M.A./M.Sc. Applied Psychology Programme the Choice of specialization will have to be made during the time of admission

Internships at JIBS

Tuition Fees*: 3,50,000 (INR per annum)

*The Tuition fee, residential charges and other allied service charges are subject to an annual increase of ten percent (10%).

**The security deposit will be fully refunded, subject to the completion of studies and/or receipt of a ‘No Dues Certificate’. The security deposit shall not carry any interest.

Placement Opportunities

Jindal Institute of Behavioural Sciences (JIBS) is dedicated to cultivating a dynamic and supportive academic environment that prepares students for successful careers in the field of Applied Psychology. The placement outcomes for the inaugural batches of the M.A./M.Sc. Applied Psychology programme reflect the high quality of education, practical training, and professional development offered at JIBS.  Strong placement record of our first graduating cohort stands as a testament to our unwavering commitment to student success and career readiness.

Key Highlights

• Packages Offered to JIBS Students: The highest salary offered to our students is ₹10.2 LPA, with an average salary of ₹6.86 LPA. This remarkable achievement underscores the caliber of our graduates and the high regard in which they are held by employers. 
   
• Pre-placement Success at JIBS: 5 of our 2023-2025 Batch M.A./M.Sc. Applied Psychology students were placed at Policy Bazaar.

Placement Success

• Placement Success Rate: JIBS has achieved an impressive placement success rate of 81.5%, with students securing roles in reputable and well-regarded organizations. Additionally, 18.5% of students are currently engaged in the ongoing placement process, reflecting the continued demand for JIBS graduates in the competitive job market.

Designated Roles

• JIBS students have successfully secured positions across a range of sectors, demonstrating their versatility in different specializations. The roles obtained include Assistant Manager, Psychologist, Learning and Development Associate, HR Executive, CSR Executive, Research Executive, and Operations Executive — highlighting the diverse career pathways and wide spectrum of opportunities available to our graduates.

Recruiters

• Our students have been recruited by a diverse array of esteemed organizations. Some of the prominent employers include Goldman Sachs, Deloitte, CMS, Graviton Research Capital, CWCS, Sarthak, Market Vistas, AAJ, and Policy Bazaar. These partnerships highlight the trust and confidence that top employers have in the capabilities of JIBS graduates.

O.P. Jindal Global University awards Merit cum Means Scholarships (MCM). The MCM Scholarships covers the first year tuition fee only. Scholarships applications are opened  by the University in July and will be awarded to eligible students in August. The eligibility criteria includes Income proof of parents, entrance exam, graduation score and faculty  interaction. Weightage will also be given to curricular and non & curricular achievements.

Family ITR should not exceed INR 50 lakhs per annum in the latest returns.

JGU has established tie ups with  AVANSE (ICICI), Dena Bank and Credila (HDFC) to facilitate educational loans for students who  are admitted to the M.A./M.Sc.  Applied Psychology and M.Sc. Psycho social Rehabilitation programmes.