T. A. Pai Management Institute (TAPMI), Manipal Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Cutoffs
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13.99 LPA
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T. A. Pai Management Institute (TAPMI), Manipal - Overview
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About T. A. Pai Management Institute (TAPMI), Manipal
T. A. Pai Management Institute (TAPMI), Manipal is a premier private business school established in 1980 (as the Manipal Institute of Management, renamed TAPMI in 1981 in honour of its founder, the late Shri T A Pai) and is today a constituent unit of the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), a UGC Deemed-to-be University. TAPMI holds the 'double crown' of international business-school accreditation -- AACSB (since 2012) and AMBA (since 2018) -- placing it among a small group of Indian B-Schools with both. Its 44.11-acre residential campus is located on a hillock in the academic town of Manipal, Karnataka, and it also runs a Bengaluru campus (established 2022 at the MAHE Bengaluru campus) offering the BBA (Hons.) and MBA in Technology Management programs. TAPMI's flagship offering is the 2-year full-time MBA, available as MBA-Core along with sectoral programs in Banking & Financial Services (MBA-BKFS), Human Resource Management (MBA-HRM), Marketing (MBA-Marketing), International Business (MBA-IB), Technology Management (MBA-Tech, at TAPMI Bengaluru), and Artificial Intelligence & Data Science (MBA-AI&DS, co-taught with the Manipal School of Information Sciences). At the undergraduate level, TAPMI Bengaluru offers a 4-year BBA (Hons.) with an optional 3-year exit, and TAPMI Manipal offers a 5-year Integrated Program in Management (IPM) that awards both a BBA and an MBA. TAPMI also runs Doctoral (PhD) programs and Executive Education at both its Manipal and Bengaluru campuses. Admission to the MBA programs is based on CAT/XAT/GMAT scores (NMAT by GMAC accepted only for select sectoral programs from the 2026 admission cycle), followed by a Group Discussion, Written Ability Test and Personal Interview; there is no 'Management Quota' at TAPMI. The institute states it consistently achieves 100% final placement for its MBA batches, with the 2025 batch recording a highest package of INR 32.77 LPA and an average package of INR 13.99 LPA across more than 89 recruiters, per multiple placement reports cross-referencing the official TAPMI Placement page. TAPMI's academic programs are built around experiential-learning courses such as BrandScan (market research, since 1993), Samnidhy (a Student Managed Investment Fund), the Summer Internship Program, and the Leadership Assessment and Development Centre (LADC), and the institute counts more than 6,500 alumni worldwide.
Explore the comprehensive list of courses offered by T. A. Pai Management Institute (TAPMI), including detailed fee structures, specializations, and eligibility criteria:
T. A. Pai Management Institute (TAPMI), Manipal Courses
6 CoursesMBA in Technology Management
Graduate degree with not less than 60% marks; valid CAT/XAT/NMAT/GMAT score; cut-off above 85 percentile for under 12 months' work experience, profile-based shortlisting for 12+ months; minimum two years' work experience preferred; must demonstrate interest in a technology career, per the official Admissions page.
Doctoral Program (PhD - Management)
Postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline; online application with academic transcripts, Statement of Purpose, Research Proposal, and Resume, per the official About TAPMI page.
Integrated Program in Management (IPM)
10+2 with minimum 60% aggregate marks; valid IPMAT (Indore)/JIPMAT/TAPMI MET score, followed by an Entrance Proficiency Test (EPT)/Written Ability Test, Group Discussion and Personal Interview, per third-party admission guides cross-referencing TAPMI's official process.
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Core & Sectoral Programs
Graduate degree from a recognized university with not less than 60% marks (final-year students may apply, subject to cancellation if they score below 60%); valid score in CAT/XAT/GMAT (NMAT by GMAC accepted only for sectoral programs from the 2026 cycle); cut-off of above 90 percentile for candidates with under 11 months' work experience, above 80 percentile for 12-23 months, and profile-based shortlisting for 24+ months, per the official Admissions page.
MBA in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (MBA-AI&DS)
BE/B.Tech in Computer Science/AI/ML/Data Science or allied fields during undergraduate study; freshers are also eligible to apply; co-taught with faculty of the Manipal School of Information Sciences, per the official Admissions page.
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Honors
10+2/HSC with minimum 60% aggregate marks (passed 2023/2024/2025 or appearing 2026), English as a compulsory subject; must have appeared for IPMAT (Indore)/JIPMAT/JEE Mains/SAT/CLAT, or the Manipal Entrance Test (MET), per the official BBA Honors page.
| Course | Fee Range | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
MBA in Technology Management 1 specialization | ₹ 19.50L - 19.50L | Graduate degree with not less than 60% marks; valid CAT/XAT/NMAT/GMAT score; cut-off above 85 percentile for under 12 months' work experience, profile-based shortlisting for 12+ months; minimum two years' work experience preferred; must demonstrate interest in a technology career, per the official Admissions page. |
Doctoral Program (PhD - Management) 1 specialization | ₹ Not published as a fixed figure on the official website | Postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline; online application with academic transcripts, Statement of Purpose, Research Proposal, and Resume, per the official About TAPMI page. |
Integrated Program in Management (IPM) 1 specialization | ₹ 28.50L - 28.50L | 10+2 with minimum 60% aggregate marks; valid IPMAT (Indore)/JIPMAT/TAPMI MET score, followed by an Entrance Proficiency Test (EPT)/Written Ability Test, Group Discussion and Personal Interview, per third-party admission guides cross-referencing TAPMI's official process. |
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Core & Sectoral Programs 1 specialization | ₹ 19.50L - 19.50L | Graduate degree from a recognized university with not less than 60% marks (final-year students may apply, subject to cancellation if they score below 60%); valid score in CAT/XAT/GMAT (NMAT by GMAC accepted only for sectoral programs from the 2026 cycle); cut-off of above 90 percentile for candidates with under 11 months' work experience, above 80 percentile for 12-23 months, and profile-based shortlisting for 24+ months, per the official Admissions page. |
MBA in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (MBA-AI&DS) 1 specialization | ₹ 19.50L - 19.50L | BE/B.Tech in Computer Science/AI/ML/Data Science or allied fields during undergraduate study; freshers are also eligible to apply; co-taught with faculty of the Manipal School of Information Sciences, per the official Admissions page. |
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Honors 1 specialization | ₹ 16.16L - 16.16L | 10+2/HSC with minimum 60% aggregate marks (passed 2023/2024/2025 or appearing 2026), English as a compulsory subject; must have appeared for IPMAT (Indore)/JIPMAT/JEE Mains/SAT/CLAT, or the Manipal Entrance Test (MET), per the official BBA Honors page. |
T. A. Pai Management Institute (TAPMI), Manipal Admissions
Below is the complete admission information including eligible exams, eligibility criteria, admission process, and important notes for each program offered.
Required Entrance Exams
CAT (2025) / XAT (2026) / GMAT (Jan 2021-Jan 2026 validity window) -- highest of submitted scores considered; NMAT by GMAC 2025 accepted for sectoral programs only from 2026 cycle
Required Entrance Exams
IPMAT (IIM Indore) / JIPMAT (NTA) / JEE Mains / SAT / CLAT / TAPMI MET
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Placement Statistics
Verified campus placements records for T. A. Pai Management Institute (TAPMI), Manipal
Top Recruiting Partners
24 Recruiters
Ranked 12th overall among India's Top 20 B-Schools; #2 among Private B-Schools in South Zone India
Outlook 2025
Ranked 58 in the Management category
NIRF India Rankings 2024
Ranked 9th (APAC region)
Bloomberg Best Business School Rankings 2025-26
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| Publishing Agency | Ranking / Rating |
|---|---|
Outlook 2025 | Ranked 12th overall among India's Top 20 B-Schools; #2 among Private B-Schools in South Zone India |
NIRF India Rankings 2024 | Ranked 58 in the Management category |
Bloomberg Best Business School Rankings 2025-26 | Ranked 9th (APAC region) |
MBA Universe 2026 | Ranked 21st overall |
IIRF India MBA Rankings 2026 | 11th All-India among Private B-Schools; #1 in Karnataka among Private B-Schools |
NIRF India Rankings 2025 | Ranked 39 in the Management category |
The Week Ranking 2025 | Ranked 18th overall; 9th among Private B-Schools |
QS Business Masters Rankings 2026 | 201+ (Master's in Management); 201+ (Master's in Finance); 151+ (Master's in Marketing) |
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Information regarding scholarships and financial aid opportunities provided by the institute.
Available Scholarships
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Award Amount |
|---|---|---|
Bank Loan Facilitation | Available to applicants across MBA, BBA (Hons.) and IPM programs through TAPMI's tie-ups with scheduled commercial banks and NBFCs. | As per bank terms |
Dr. Ramdas M. Pai Scholarship for Achievers (MBA) | Available to 5% of the approved intake across MBA programs, based on academic performance and merit within the program, Batch 2026-28. | 20% Tuition Fee Waiver |
Dr. Ramdas Pai UG Scholar / Scholarship for Achievers (BBA Hons.) | Next 10 rankers (UG Scholar category, 10 scholarships) and top 5% of eligible candidates by previous-year performance (Achievers category, 15 scholarships); continuation requires at least 7.5 CGPA and no disciplinary cases, per the official BBA Honors page. | 20% Tuition Fee Waiver (approx. INR 80,200/year) each |
Dr. Ramdas Pai UG Freeship Scholarship (BBA Hons.) | Top 5 rankers joining the BBA (Hons.) program, subject to minimum IPMAT/JIPMAT/JEE/CLAT/SAT/TAPMI MET score thresholds; continuation requires at least 7.5 CGPA and no disciplinary cases, per the official BBA Honors page. | 100% Tuition Fee Waiver (approx. INR 4,01,000/year) |
Future Innovators Scholarship (MBA Technology Management & MBA AI & DS) | Automatically awarded to eligible students of the MBA Technology Management and MBA AI & Data Science programs, Batch 2026-28. | 10% Tuition Fee Waiver |
Dr. Ramdas M. Pai Scholarship for Excellence in Academics & Practice (MBA) | Open to students of all MBA programs; recognizes exceptional academic, professional and competitive-exam performance (high CAT/XAT/GMAT scorers, quality work experience, or professional qualifications such as CA/CFA/CS/FRM/CMA); merit-based evaluation. | Up to 100% Tuition Fee Waiver |
Campus Infrastructure
Campus Infrastructure & Facilities
Leadership Assessment and Development Centre (LADC)
A dedicated centre for transformational leadership since 2014, using seven psychometric tests and one-on-one counselling with faculty advisors; winner of the Gold Award at the IMC Awards for Excellence in Management Studies, per the official Experience at TAPMI page.
Residential Campus
44.11-acre hillock campus overlooking a valley in Manipal, Karnataka, with landscaped gardens and integrated learning and residential facilities; TAPMI Bengaluru operates from the MAHE Bengaluru campus in Yelahanka, per the official Experience at TAPMI page.
Library
Campus library accessible via the MAHE Library Portal, supporting research and academic databases for TAPMI students, per the official website navigation.
Sports & Recreation
Managed by the Sports Committee; flagship event SPEED (TAPMI's longest-running sports extravaganza) alongside regular sporting facilities on the residential campus, per the official Experience at TAPMI page.
Finance Lab
Equipped with Bloomberg terminals and access to BSE/NSE and high-end financial databases, used for the MBA-BKFS specialization and finance electives, per the official BBA Honors and third-party program pages.
Analytics, Operations & Creativity Labs (TAPMI Bengaluru)
Analytics Lab with the latest analytics tools and IoT devices; Operations Lab with simulation-based games; Creativity Lab guided by faculty from the Srishti Manipal Institute of Art, Design and Technology, per the official BBA Honors page.
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Frequently Asked Questions
TAPMI is a private institute -- a constituent unit of the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), a UGC Deemed-to-be University -- established in 1980 and promoted by the Manipal Education and Medical Group.
TAPMI's main campus is located at Manipal - Alevoor Road, Manipal 576104, Karnataka, India, on a 44.11-acre campus; it also runs a Bengaluru campus at the MAHE Bengaluru campus in Yelahanka, established in 2022, for the BBA (Hons.) and MBA Technology Management programs.
TAPMI holds the 'double crown' of AACSB (since 2012, re-accredited 2022) and AMBA (since 2018, re-accredited 2021) accreditations, is AICTE-approved, AIU-recognized, NBA-accredited for MBA-BKFS, and its MBA-Marketing program is CIM (UK)-accredited, per the official Ranking & Accreditations page.
The MBA tuition fee (across MBA-Core and sectoral specializations) is INR 9,75,000 per year, i.e. approximately INR 19,50,000 for the 2-year program for the 2026-28 batch, plus a one-time Alumni Lifetime Membership fee of INR 20,000 and a refundable Caution Deposit of INR 40,000, per the official Admissions & Fees page.
MBA in Technology Management, Doctoral Program (PhD - Management), Integrated Program in Management (IPM), Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Core & Sectoral Programs, MBA in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (MBA-AI&DS)
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