M.Sc. (Psycho-Social Rehabilitation)

The M.Sc. in Psycho-Social Rehabilitation is a postgraduate program designed to prepare professionals to support individuals with mental health conditions, psychosocial disabilities, and emotional-behavioural challenges through rehabilitation and community-based approaches.

This course focuses on:

• Understanding mental health and psychosocial disabilities
• Principles of psycho-social rehabilitation and recovery-oriented care
• Counselling and therapeutic support techniques
• Community-based rehabilitation (CBR) and social inclusion
• Vocational rehabilitation and independent living skills
• Family support and case management
• Mental health advocacy, rehabilitation planning, and program development

The program promotes a holistic and person-centred approach to rehabilitation, focusing on improving quality of life, participation, and community integration.

Programme Highlights

• Duration: Typically 2 years
• Focus on mental health rehabilitation and community integration
• Training in counselling, rehabilitation planning, and case management
• Fieldwork and internships in mental health institutions, NGOs, hospitals, and rehabilitation centres
• Exposure to community mental health and recovery-based practices
• Research and project-based learning opportunities

Eligibility Criteria

• Minimum qualification:
  • Bachelor’s degree (any stream)
• Minimum marks: Usually 50% or above (may vary by institution)
• Preference may be given to students from:
  • Psychology
  • Social Work
  • Rehabilitation Sciences
  • Nursing
  • Education or related fields
• Admission may include:
  • Entrance exam
  • Interview or merit-based selection

Fee Structure

The fee structure varies from institute to institute, generally ranging between:

• ₹30,000 to ₹2,00,000 per year (approx.)

Factors affecting fees:

• Government vs private institutions
• Clinical and fieldwork facilities
• Research and training infrastructure

Scholarships or financial assistance may be available.

How to Apply (In India)

To enroll in this program:

1. Search for universities/institutions offering M.Sc. (Psycho-Social Rehabilitation)
2. Visit the institution’s official admission portal
3. Fill out the application form
4. Submit required documents:
   • Graduation certificates
   • Identity proof
   • Photographs
5. Appear for entrance exam/interview (if required)
6. Complete admission formalities and fee payment