A ‘M.Sc. Psychosocial Rehabilitation’ is a specialised programme focusing on understanding disability due to mental health conditions and facilitating the recovery of affected individuals. The 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 will combine lecture-cum-discussions, application exercises in simulated environments, and clinical/fieldwork. Some of the core areas covered in the programme are – psychosocial foundation of human behaviour, counselling, family and group interventions, and psychosocial rehabilitation.

Graduates of the programme may work in various settings, including hospitals, clinics, community health centres, and government or non-governmental organizations working in the mental health or social sector.

To graduate, a student must complete the following꞉

• A minimum of 115 Credits course to be completed 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)

Tuition Fees*: 3,00,000 (INR per annum)

*The Tuition fee, accommodation 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.

Internship Opportunities

• We at Jindal Institute of Behavioural Sciences (JIBS) are committed to provide our students with unparalleled internship opportunities that bridge academic learning with real-world experience. Our diverse network of internship partners ensure our students gain invaluable insights and practical skills across various fields.
• Our M.Sc. Psycho-Social Rehabilitation students also benefited from international internship opportunities at Treehouse, Thailand. Additionally, through a Memorandum of Understanding with the Department of Health, Government of Haryana, we offer training and internships across 22 districts in Haryana. Our students intern in various sectors, including Health, Wellness and Rehabilitation Sector, Child Development & Special Education Sector, and Social Services Sector.  Some of our key partners include Treehouse, Akshadhara Foundation, Mental Wellness, and Tamana, ensuring our students receive comprehensive and diverse training.
• These internship opportunities are designed to enhance our students’ professional growth, providing them with the skills and experience needed to excel in their careers. Join us at JIBS and embark on a journey that blends academic excellence with practical expertise, preparing you to make a meaningful impact in the world.

Career Pathways

• Healthcare
  • Psychosocial Counsellors
  • Mental Health Rehabilitation Consultant
  • Mental Health Rehabilitation Professional/Practitioner
• Social Sector
  • Community Mental Healthcare Professional
  • Project Coordinators in mental health schemes/ programmes
  • Administrators of organizations working in mental health sector
• Education
  • Counsellor in schools/ Higher Educational Institutes
• Research
  • Independent Researcher
  • Research Assistant/ Associate in Mental Health & Rehabilitation
  • Ph.D

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.