T.A. Pai Management Institute (TAPMI), Manipal Overview

ADMISSIONS PROCESS

T A Pai Management Institute, Manipal hereby declares that the official and sole application portal for MBA admissions for the 2026 cycle is https://apply.manipal.edu/tapmi/

Applicants are advised to exercise caution and refrain from using any unauthorized websites claiming to be the portal of TAPMI for application purposes. TAPMI is not responsible for any issues, financial losses, or misrepresentations arising from the use of unofficial or fraudulent websites.

To ensure a secure and legitimate application process, always verify the website URL before proceeding. For any queries, please contact the TAPMI admissions team directly via official communication channels.

Eligibility Criteria

Minimum Eligibility

A Graduate Degree from a recognized University with not less than 50% marks

(Final year students may also apply. However, the admission shall be cancelled if they obtain less than 50% in their graduation).

Specific eligibility For:

1. MBA (Core program)

• Valid entrance exams CAT/XAT and GMAT
• Cut-off scores of:
  • > 90 percentiles for applicants with Work experience below 11 months
  • > 80 percentiles for applicants with Work experience between 12-23 months
• Profile based shortlisting for people with work experience above 24 months.

2. MBA Technology Management

• Minimum two years of work experience is preferred
• Should be able to demonstrate interest & willing to pursue a career in technology domain.

3. MBA Artificial Intelligence and Data Science

• BE/ B.Tech during under graduation in the field of Computer Science/ AI/ ML/ Data Sciences etc.
• Minimum two years of work experience is preferred. Freshers are also eligible to apply.

The Admission Process provided below explains the common process followed across all Programs.

• Each MBA Program may have additional components for selection based on its specific requirements.
• Shortlist and Merit list for each Program is separate and independent of each other.
• Shortlist/Selection in one Program does not guarantee shortlist/selection for the other Program (for candidates who apply to multiple programs).

Stage I: Shortlisting

Applicants will be shortlisted based on valid (best scores) entrance examinations.

• CAT (Common Admission Test) 2025
• XAT (Xavier Aptitude Test) 2026
• GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) January 1, 2021- January 31, 2026
• NMAT by GMAC™ 2025 scores, whichever is higher.

 (Applicants can submit more than one test score)

Apart from high test score, TAPMI considers the overall profile of candidates. For example, academic profile (10^th, 12^th, Graduation marks), work experience, extra-curricular achievements, achievements in sports, contribution to social activities, entrepreneurial spirit, diversity, leadership potential, integrity and values. The entrance examination cut-off may vary slightly each year across programs, depending upon the profile of applicants and the suitability of the profile to specific program(s).

Students shall be informed about the shortlist decision on their registered email address.

Stage II: Admission Process (GD-PI)

Stage II of TAPMI admission process consists of Group Discussion (GD), Written Ability Test (WAT), and Personal Interview (PI).

*TAPMI makes suitable changes every year in the GD/PI process to select bright and deserving candidates. Shortlisted candidates will be informed about changes for 2026-28 admission process, if any.

Final Selection

The final selection of the candidate is based on the following:

*As per the AICTE APH 2024-27, subject to change. Please refer to the website for details.

 Fast-Track Admits

Fast-Track Admits are an exclusive group of candidates who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievements, leadership potential, and a commitment to excellence as evaluated through their application and their subsequent performance in the GD/PI. This distinguished cohort is granted priority in the TAPMI admissions process, reflecting their readiness to contribute meaningfully to the B-school community and beyond. TAPMI recognizes such individuals and has initiated a process for Fast-Track admits where few selected applicants shall receive the offer letter within 48-72 hours of their interview. 

Admission Process - Eligibility Criteria – NRI / NRI Sponsored

TAPMI also accepts applications from NRI/NRI Sponsored Candidates/Foreign Nationals/ Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) category candidates for specific programs (only).

Person of Indian Origin (PIO): Shall mean the persons who are citizens of other countries (except Pakistan and Bangladesh) who at any time held an Indian passport, or who or either of his/her parents or any of his/her grandparents was a citizen of India by virtue of the provisions of the Constitution of India or Sec2(b) of Citizenship Act 1955.

Foreign Nationals:

Shall mean the citizens of all countries other than India, who are not of Indian origin as defined under PIO.

Minimum Eligibility: 

A Graduate Degree from a recognized University with not less than 50% marks (Final year students may also apply. However, the admission shall be cancelled if they obtain less than 50% in their graduation).

Valid Entrance Exam scores:

NRI Candidates: CAT / XAT / GMAT / NMAT / ATMA / CMAT / MAT

PIO / Foreign Nationals: GMAT (compulsory) and IELTS Score of 5.0 (if required).

Stage I: Shortlisting

For NRI / PIO candidates, TAPMI follows profile-based shortlisting. Profile considered for shortlisting consists of valid entrance exam scores, academic profile, work experience (type of company, total experience, etc.), extra-curricular achievements, if any.

Students will be informed of the shortlist decision through email to their registered email id.

 Stage II: Admissions Process

Same as that for Indian Domicile category

 Note:

1. All applications must be submitted online.
2. The above procedure may be changed depending on the developments that may arise.
3. Any disputes regarding the admissions to these programs are subject to the jurisdiction of Udupi only.
4. The application fee is non-refundable.
5. TAPMI uses CAT/XAT/GMAT/NMAT by GMAC™ scores for shortlisting the candidates. IIMs, XLRI and GMAC have no role either in the selection process or in the conduct of the program.
6. There is no “Management Quota” at TAPMI.

APPLICATION & PROGRAM FEES 

Application Fee (Non-refundable)

Tuition fee

 For Indian Domicile:

•  Alumni Lifetime Membership fee – ₹20,000
• Caution deposit (Refundable) – ₹40,000
• Training Cost at SBI and BSE (only for students enrolled in MBA-BKFS Program) – ₹70,000
• For NRI: NRI/NRI Sponsored Candidates/Foreign Nationals - 18,000 USD per year

KEY DATES AND DEADLINES

Stay updated about important information related to TAPMI Admission. Mark important dates in your calendars regarding application submissions, announcements for shortlist, and rounds of selections. Regular updates ensure that you never miss a chance at completing each of these steps towards getting admitted to TAPMI’s esteemed programs.

The important dates for TAPMI Admission Process for batch 2026-28:

Admissions Schedule

Group Discussion and Personal Interviews will be conducted in February- March 2026. Please keep visiting the website for regular updates.

Centres for GD/WAT/PI

Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Kolkata, New Delhi, and Manipal.

• Above centers/dates may be shifted to others subject to number of applications.

Placement Highlights 2024

TAPMI achieved 100% placement for the 2022–24 batch.

• Highest Package: INR 32.02 LPA

• Average Package: INR 13.84 LPA

• Students Placed: 368

• Top Recruiters: Amazon, Microsoft, Deloitte, Axis Bank, ITC, Adani

Program-wise Placement Details: