TAPMI Admissions 2012-14 Queries & Discussions CAT & Related BSchools

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Hi Puys,
TAPMI has released its admission brochure for the 2012-14 batch. This thread is dedicated for all your queries regarding TAPMI. We'll begin this thread by answering some of the basic queries that you might be having and recommend all aspirants to refer the PGDM or PGDM-HCM handbook in...

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sidharthp7

02:29 AM, 24 Sep '11

24 Sep '11

Hi Puys,
TAPMI has released its admission brochure for the 2012-14 batch. This thread is dedicated for all your queries regarding TAPMI. We'll begin this thread by answering some of the basic queries that you might be having and recommend all aspirants to refer the PGDM or PGDM-HCM handbook in the institute website for further details:

How do I get into TAPMI?
TAPMI accepts :
XAT, GMAT and GRE scores, in addition to CAT scores for PGDM*.
XAT, GMAT, MAT(December 2012) and GRE scores, in addition to CAT scores for PGDM-HCM*.
* For more details please refer to admissions brochure.
Who are eligible for admissions?
o A three-year (10+2+3 or 10+2+4) University Degree in any discipline, recognised by the AIU as eligible for Post
Graduation, with not less than 50% overall aggregate marks. This applies to also those with professional
qualifications like Chartered Accountancy, Cost Accounting and Company Secretary. Candidates appearing for
final year degree examination may also apply. However such candidates, if selected by TAPMI, are required to
produce proof of completion of graduation by the time they join the PGDM Programmes and submit their mark-
lists and other testimonials within the stipulated date.
What is the last date of application submission?
o The last date for application submission online is 15 February, 2012.
Where can I obtain the prospectus & Application form?
o The Prospectus or Handbook of Information for Admissions 2012 would be available at Coaching centers of IMS,
T.I.M.E as well as branches of Axis Bank, Syndicate Bank and HDFC Bank
The bank account shows that I have made the payment, but the application process is not showing complete. What should
I do?
o You would need to drop a mail to support@nopaperforms.com with a copy marked to admissions2012@tapmi.edu.in citing the details of problems faced. The admissions team would revert to you for
assistance.
I have already submitted the application form. How can I make changes to my details?
o You would need to drop a mail citing the changes needed to admissions2012@tapmi.edu.in
I have submitted the admissions form, but yet to receive confirmation.
o You would need to drop a mail citing the changes needed to admissions2012@tapmi.edu.in

What would the selection process be?
o The details of selection process would be shared by institute in the coming period.
You can also apply online through the link: Online Application

What are the courses offered at TAPMI?
1. From 2010, TAPMI is offering 2 AICTE approved programmes in Management.
  1. Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) -
  2. Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Healthcare Management) - PGDM (HCM)

Are there any sectional cutoffs for getting shortlisted to the next round?
1. There are no clear-cut sectional cutoffs; however, a decent performance across all the sections in expected to get a call for the second round

Does TAPMI shortlist only by cut-off scores in CAT/XAT/GMAT/GRE of candidates for second stage (GD/PI)?
1. No. For Admissions 2012 TAPMI intends to go in for profile-based short-listing for GD/PI, which means that due weight-age would be assigned to components like Academic record/ Professional qualifications /Work-experience etc while the short-list is prepared.

Does it mean that CAT//XAT/GMAT/GRE cut-off scores would be different for each candidate?
1. Yes. In such a system it would be different because a candidate with a good Professional degree and considerable Work-experience stands a better chance of qualifying for GD/PI even with a comparatively lower CAT/GMAT score vis--vis a fresher.

Where will the interview process be held?
1. The interview process will be held at Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkatta, Manipal, Mumbai and New Delhi.

Is there a group discussion before the personal interview?
1. Yes. TAPMI would conduct Group discussions and personal interviews(GD/PI) at Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkatta, Manipal, Mumbai and New Delhi.

How many interviews will be held after the group discussion?
1. There will be 2 rounds of interviews:
  1. The first interview will be held by faculty members. This will be preceded by a written interview where you would be needed to write down on a topic/picture which you would be assigned to.
  2. The second interview is conducted by the director, soon after the first one

What kind of questions will be asked in the interviews?
1. Questions can be asked from your graduation subjects, general awareness, your career goals, about why you want to do an MBA, etc. So be well-prepared!

You can get the last year's interview experiences here

What is the fee structure followed at TAPMI?
1. For the PGDM/PGDM-HC 2012-14, the total Academic fee for two years is Rs.8,25,000; annual Hostel fee Rs.1,20,000 and Food Charges Rs.30,000(approx.) per annum. The fee is same for both the programmes..
How easily will I get a student loan to fund my education at TAPMI?
1. TAPMI is one of the Premier B-schools in India, and hence, getting an educational loan is not very difficult.
What are the different specializations I can take up in TAPMI?
1. At TAPMI, you can specialize in the fields of Marketing, Finance, HR, Operations or Systems. You can choose from a basket of electives in the second year, across different specializations.
Do I have to choose my specialization in the first year itself?
1. No. You can choose your specialization in the second year, based on your interests. The first year will be common for all.
How are the placements at TAPMI?
1. TAPMI has seen 100% placement right from its inception. The placement season for the 2010 batch saw regular recruiters like Infosys, Cognizant, Wipro, TVS Group, UB Group, Citi Group, Deloitte and Titan, coming to campus and recruiting students. Firms such as Avalon Consulting, IMRB, J.P. Morgan, ACG Worldwide, Crisil, Verity were among 15 new firms that took part in the process for the first time. The highest package offered was Rs. 13.5 lakhs, and the median was around Rs. 8 lakhs.
What are the GD/PI dates?
1. Please refer to the link for details.
How can I reach out admissions team?
1. Please drop a mail to admissions2012@tapmi.edu.in . Alternatively you can dial in admissions team at the attached details.
- What is the placement scenario in the institute?
  1. The placement report for 2012 batch would be shared in coming period. For reference please refer to the placement report of 2011 batch.
- I had mailed the scanned copy and have not recieved the confirmation mail.What should I do?
  1. Please drop a mail to admissions2012@tapmi.edu.in . Alternatively you can dial in admissions team at the attached details.
- What do i mention in Company details' "To date" field, if i am still working in the company???
  1. You can specify "To Current Date" in the "To date" field.
- When will the GD/PI shortlist be out?
  1. The GD/PI shortlist should be out in a while. Aspirants are requested to check the website regularly for updates.
- I want to change my GD/PI centre. How to do it?
  1. Please reach out admissions team with the request of change of date.
- For pdf of application:
  Go to the site http://tapmi.nopaperforms.com/ and login by clicking on the "Already registered? Login!" link on the top right with the credentials using which u registered while applying. U will get a link to that PDF and you can download it right now also.
- For GD/PI shortlist check link http://www.tapmi.edu.in/admissions/results-gdpi/