TAPMI Manipal selects MBA applicants through entrance test scores and an assessment round held in 7 cities. Known as T.A. Pai Management Institute, it is a fully autonomous institution under the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE). Its management courses include the postgraduate MBA and the 5-year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM), which combines a BBA with an MBA.

The MBA costs INR 9,75,000 per year, with a total fee of INR 20,10,000 for 2 years. IPM fees are INR 5,50,000 annually for Years 1 to 3 and INR 6,00,000 annually for Years 4 to 5. The MBA intake for 2026-28 is complete. Applications for the 2027-29 batch are now open, with CAT 2026, XAT 2027, NMAT 2026 and GMAT scores used for the next admission cycle.

Admission updates

  • MBA, 2026-28 batch: Selection is complete. For the 2027-29 intake, the application window is open until December 31, 2026. CAT 2026 is scheduled for November 29, 2026, followed by XAT 2027 on January 3, 2027.
  • IPM BBA+MBA, 2026 admission cycle: Phase 2 applications and interviews have finished, and admission is complete. The next application cycle is expected in early 2027.
  • A graduation aggregate of at least 60% is needed for the MBA. Students completing their final year can also apply.
  • Applicants can submit several entrance test scores, including scores from repeat attempts. TAPMI considers the highest valid score.
  • For MBA applicants with less than 12 months of work experience, the CAT or XAT cutoff is 90+ percentile.
  • The Group Discussion, Written Ability Test and Personal Interview, together called GD/WAT/PI, account for 45% of the final selection score.
  • NRI applicants pay in USD. Their application charge is USD 30 per programme for up to 3 programmes.

Application portal: TAPMI Manipal admissions.

TAPMI Manipal Important Dates

MBA Applications and Entrance Tests

EventDate
TAPMI MBA 2027-29 applications, ongoingUntil December 31, 2026
TAPMI MBA 2027-29 Group Discussion and Personal InterviewFebruary to March 2027
TAPMI MBA 2027-29 first merit list, tentativeApril 2027
TAPMI MBA first-year Term I begins, tentativeJune 2027
CAT 2026 examinationNovember 29, 2026
XAT 2027 registration, ongoingUntil December 6, 2026
XAT 2027 registration deadline for mock-test eligibilityOctober 28, 2026
XAT 2027 final official mock testOctober 31 and November 1, 2026
XAT 2027 admit card download, tentativeDecember 20, 2026
XAT 2027 examinationJanuary 3, 2027, 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
NMAT 2026 registration, ongoingUntil October 25, 2026
NMAT 2026 exam scheduling, ongoingUntil October 25, 2026
NMAT 2026 testing windowNovember 2 to December 20, 2026
GMAT examination appointmentsAvailable throughout the year, subject to appointment availability

Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

IPM Entrance Tests

EventDate
CLAT 2027 applications, ongoingUntil October 31, 2026
CLAT 2027 examinationDecember 6, 2026
November 2026 SAT registration deadlineOctober 23, 2026
November 2026 SAT changes, regular cancellation and late registration deadlineOctober 27, 2026
November 2026 SAT examinationNovember 7, 2026
December 2026 SAT registration deadlineNovember 20, 2026
December 2026 SAT changes, regular cancellation and late registration deadlineNovember 24, 2026
December 2026 SAT examinationDecember 5, 2026
March 2027 SAT registration deadlineFebruary 19, 2027
March 2027 SAT changes, regular cancellation and late registration deadlineFebruary 23, 2027
March 2027 SAT examinationMarch 6, 2027
May 2027 SAT registration deadlineApril 16, 2027
May 2027 SAT changes, regular cancellation and late registration deadlineApril 20, 2027
May 2027 SAT examinationMay 1, 2027
June 2027 SAT registration deadlineMay 21, 2027
June 2027 SAT changes, regular cancellation and late registration deadlineMay 25, 2027
June 2027 SAT examinationJune 5, 2027

Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

TAPMI Manipal UG and Integrated IPM Admission 2026

Students can enter TAPMI Manipal’s IPM after Class 12 and study towards both a BBA and an MBA over 5 years. Admission for the 2026 intake is complete. The next cycle is expected to begin in January 2027.

IPM Eligibility and Accepted Tests

Admission requirementDetails
School qualificationClass 12 or 10+2 in any stream, with English as a compulsory subject
Minimum school marksAt least 60% in Class 10 and 60% in Class 12
Entrance test optionsIPMAT conducted by IIM Indore, IPMAT conducted by IIM Rohtak, JIPMAT, JEE Main, CLAT, SAT or TAPMI MET
Initial shortlistEntrance test performance and academic record
Assessment after shortlistingPersonal Interview and Micro-Presentation

IPM Fee Structure

Study periodAnnual fee
Years 1 to 3INR 5,50,000 per year
Years 4 to 5INR 6,00,000 per year

Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

Confirm the payable fees with the institute or through TAPMI’s official website.

IPM Admission Process

TAPMI first reviews applicants’ entrance scores and school marks to prepare a shortlist. Those selected for the next stage attend a Personal Interview and give a Micro-Presentation, a short presentation on a topic.

TAPMI Manipal PG MBA Admission 2026

The MBA admission process combines entrance test performance with academic history, work experience and achievements outside the classroom. Selection for the 2026-28 batch has finished. Applications for the 2027-29 intake are open through the official admissions portal until December 31, 2026.

MBA Eligibility and Cutoffs

RequirementAdmission criteria
Degree qualificationA bachelor’s degree in any subject from a recognised university
Graduation aggregateAt least 60%; final-year students can apply
Accepted entrance examinationsCAT, XAT, GMAT and NMAT by GMAC
CAT or XAT cutoff with less than 12 months of work experience90+ percentile
CAT or XAT cutoff with 12 to 23 months of work experience80+ percentile
Applicants with 24 or more months of work experienceSelection follows a profile-based route with a further relaxation in the percentile cutoff

Work experience is optional, so fresh graduates are eligible. A provisional admission offered to a final-year student will be cancelled if the final graduation aggregate falls below 60%. When several valid test scores are submitted, the highest score is used.

MBA Fees and Application Charges

Fee componentAmount
Annual MBA feeINR 9,75,000
One-time charges payable in Year 1INR 60,000
Total for the 2-year MBAINR 20,10,000
Application for one MBA programmeINR 2,000
Applications for multiple programmesThe application charge increases with the number of programmes chosen
NRI application chargeUSD 30 per programme, for up to 3 programmes; NRI fees are charged in USD

Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

For the exact fee payable, contact TAPMI or check the institute’s website.

Four Stages of MBA Selection

The GD/WAT/PI assessment has the largest share in the final score. TAPMI holds this round in 7 Indian cities.

  • Stage 1, qualification check: Applicants need a graduation aggregate of 60% or higher and a valid CAT, XAT, GMAT or NMAT score.
  • Stage 2, shortlist preparation: TAPMI reviews entrance percentiles alongside academics, employment history and extracurricular achievements.
  • Stage 3, assessment round: Shortlisted students take part in a Group Discussion, Written Ability Test and Personal Interview. The interview locations are Manipal, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Delhi, Chennai and Hyderabad.
  • Stage 4, final score: The combined score assigns 45% to GD/WAT/PI, 35% to the entrance examination, 15% to academics and 5% to gender diversity and extracurricular achievements.

Applicants describe the GD/WAT/PI stage as a major factor in securing an offer. Clear career plans and careful interview preparation can help even when a candidate has limited work experience.

Students highlight the demanding trimester system and the attention given to Finance and Marketing specialisations. They also speak positively about the Manipal campus, their peers and the quality of daily life.

MBA Application Steps

  • Arrange a valid score from an accepted entrance examination. XAT 2027 registration remains open until December 6, 2026.
  • Complete the TAPMI application for the 2027-29 batch through tapmi.edu.in.
  • Pay INR 2,000 when applying for one MBA programme. A scaled application charge applies if you choose multiple programmes.
  • Check whether you have been shortlisted for the GD/WAT/PI assessment.
  • Attend the assessment in the nearest available interview city.
  • If selected, accept the offer and pay the admission fee before the deadline stated in the offer.

Applicants with at least 24 months of work experience follow a profile-based assessment route with a relaxed percentile cutoff. Candidates with strong experience and a score above 75 percentile can consider applying. TAPMI assesses the quality and relevance of the work, along with its duration.

TAPMI Manipal Scholarships

MBA students can receive financial support through the Dr. Ramdas M. Pai Scholarship. Awards recognise academic performance and merit within the programme.

  • Excellence in Academics and Practice Scholarship: The highest-performing students entering the programme can receive a tuition fee waiver of up to 100%.
  • Achievers Scholarship: A tuition fee waiver of 20% is available to the top 5% of the incoming MBA batch.
  • Future Innovators Scholarship: Students entering MBA Technology Management or MBA AI and Data Science can receive a fee waiver of 10%.
  • Students do not need to file a separate scholarship application. The admission offer letter also communicates the scholarship decision.

TAPMI Manipal Admission FAQs

Ques. Can an MBA applicant send TAPMI scores from different tests or attempts?

Ans. Yes. Applicants may submit more than one valid score, including repeat attempts. TAPMI uses the highest valid result from CAT, XAT, GMAT or NMAT by GMAC for MBA admission.

Ques. How does employment history affect the CAT or XAT percentile needed at TAPMI?

Ans. The expected threshold is 90+ percentile for applicants whose work experience is below 12 months. It is 80+ percentile for those with 12 to 23 months of experience. Once experience reaches 24 months, TAPMI assesses the overall profile under a route that allows a relaxed cutoff.

Ques. Which parts of the admission assessment contribute most to the MBA merit score?

Ans. GD/WAT/PI contributes 45%, the largest share. Entrance test performance contributes 35%, while academic results account for 15%. The remaining 5% covers gender diversity and extracurricular achievements.

Ques. What payments make up the full two-year MBA fee?

Ans. The programme fee totals INR 20,10,000. This consists of INR 9,75,000 per year and a one-time payment of INR 60,000 in Year 1. The amount may change, so confirm the latest fee structure at tapmi.edu.in.

Ques. Can students awaiting their final degree results apply for the MBA?

Ans. Yes, final-year students are eligible to apply. They must finish their bachelor’s degree with an aggregate of at least 60%. If their final marks are below this requirement, the admission offer will be cancelled.

Ques. Is the TAPMI application window active for the 2027-29 MBA intake?

Ans. Yes. Applications are open until December 31, 2026. Entrance examinations for this intake include CAT 2026 on November 29, 2026 and XAT 2027 on January 3, 2027. Students can apply through the TAPMI admissions portal.

Ques. What route can a Class 12 student take to earn both a BBA and an MBA at TAPMI?

Ans. The IPM combines these degrees in a 5-year course. Applicants need at least 60% in each of Classes 10 and 12. Selection uses IPMAT, JIPMAT, JEE Main, CLAT, SAT or TAPMI MET scores, followed by a Personal Interview and Micro-Presentation for shortlisted students.

Ques. What fee support can selected MBA students receive with their admission offer?

Ans. Under the Dr. Ramdas M. Pai Scholarship, the award for excellence can waive up to 100% of tuition. The Achievers Scholarship gives a 20% tuition waiver to the top 5% of the intake. MBA Technology Management and MBA AI and Data Science students can receive a 10% waiver through the Future Innovators Scholarship. Awards are communicated with admission offers.

Ques. Are fresh graduates considered alongside applicants who have worked?

Ans. Yes. Employment experience is optional for the MBA. Fresh graduates can apply, although their CAT or XAT threshold is higher at 90+ percentile. Applicants with 12 to 23 months of experience have a threshold of 80+ percentile. Those with 24 months or more are assessed through a profile-based route with a further cutoff relaxation.