Integrated Programme in Management [IPM]

MAHE Manipal’s T.A. Pai Management Institute (TAPMI) offers a five-year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) that awards both a BBA and an MBA degree upon completion. The programme is based in Manipal, Karnataka, with 60 seats per batch. Admission is based on scores from IPMAT, JIPMAT, JEE Mains, SAT, CLAT, or MET, and the total course fee is INR 28,90,000. TAPMI is ranked #39 in Management by NIRF 2025.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Class Commencement begins July 2026 (Tentative).

Key Points

• Dual degree: BBA awarded after year 3, MBA after year 5
• Integrates undergraduate management foundation with MBA specialisations in years 4 and 5
• Residential cohort-based programme at the Manipal campus

TAPMI Manipal IPM Fees 2026

• Fee is payable on a year-wise or semester-wise basis as per TAPMI’s payment schedule.
• The programme fee covers all five years including both the BBA and MBA phases.

TAPMI Manipal IPM Admission 2026

• JEE Mains, SAT, and CLAT scores are also accepted in place of IPMAT or JIPMAT.
• Shortlisted candidates are called for a Written Ability Test and Personal Interview at TAPMI.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• 10+2 from a recognised board with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks and English as a compulsory subject
• Minimum 60% marks in Class 10 from a recognised board
• Valid score in any one accepted exam: IPMAT, JIPMAT, JEE Mains, SAT, CLAT, or MET
• Candidates appearing in the 10+2 examination in the same year are also eligible to apply

Admission Process

• Register and appear in any accepted entrance exam such as IPMAT, JIPMAT, JEE Mains, SAT, CLAT, or MET
• Apply online at the TAPMI admissions portal at tapmi.edu.in with the entrance exam score and academic details
• Shortlisted candidates are invited for a Written Ability Test and Personal Interview at TAPMI Manipal
• Final selection is based on the composite score combining entrance exam marks, WAT performance, and interview
• Selected candidates receive admission offers and are required to complete document verification
• Pay the first instalment of programme fees to confirm the seat and begin the five-year programme

✓ Opt for this if

• Committed to a management career from the undergraduate level itself
• Interested in a single programme that delivers both BBA and MBA degrees
• Aiming for a top South Indian management institute with strong placements
• IPMAT or JIPMAT qualified and targeting TAPMI-level management schools
• Comfortable with five years at a residential campus in Manipal

✗ Skip if

• Preferring a standalone MBA after gaining work experience
• Interest or background is primarily in engineering or sciences
• The total fee of INR 28.9 lakhs over five years is a financial concern
• Preferring a metropolitan campus city over Manipal

TAPMI Manipal IPM Placement 2026

• Placement data is from the 2025 graduating batch at TAPMI Manipal.
• Top recruiters include companies from FMCG, consulting, banking, and technology sectors.

TAPMI Manipal IPM Scholarships 2026

• TAPMI scholarship applications are processed through the MAHE scholarship office.
• Candidates should confirm scholarship eligibility and application process at the time of admission.

• 68 out of 268 under India Today Management Ranking 2021.
• 28 out of 119 under Outlook Management Ranking 2021.
• 54 out of 100 under IIRF Management Ranking 2022.

Read more on MAHE Manipal Rankings here

TAPMI Manipal IPM FAQs

Ques. What exactly is the Integrated Programme in Management at TAPMI Manipal?

Ans. The IPM is a five-year full-time programme offered by T.A. Pai Management Institute (TAPMI) under MAHE Manipal. The first three years cover undergraduate management subjects leading to a BBA degree, while years four and five follow an MBA curriculum with specialisations. Students receive both the BBA and MBA degrees upon successful completion of the five-year residential programme.

Ques. Which entrance exams does TAPMI Manipal accept for IPM admission?

Ans. TAPMI accepts scores from IPMAT (IIM Indore), JIPMAT (NTA), JEE Mains, SAT, CLAT, or the Manipal Entrance Test (MET) for IPM admissions. Shortlisted candidates based on entrance exam scores are then called for a Written Ability Test and Personal Interview at TAPMI. Final selection considers the composite score across all three components.

Ques. What is the total fee for the five-year IPM at TAPMI Manipal?

Ans. The total programme fee for the five-year IPM at TAPMI Manipal is INR 28,90,000. This covers both the BBA phase (years 1 to 3) and the MBA phase (years 4 and 5) of the integrated programme. The fee is payable in annual or semester-wise instalments as per TAPMI’s payment schedule.

Ques. What are the placement outcomes for TAPMI IPM graduates?

Ans. The 2025 graduating batch at TAPMI achieved average packages ranging from INR 12.25 LPA to INR 14.33 LPA across specialisations, with the highest package reaching INR 32.02 LPA. The programme maintains a 100% placement record, with recruiters from FMCG, consulting, banking, and technology sectors visiting the campus regularly for final placements.

Ques. What scholarships are available for TAPMI IPM students at MAHE Manipal?

Ans. TAPMI offers the Dr Ramdas Pai UG Freeship, which provides complete programme fee exemption to the top academic performer in the IPM batch. Merit-based categorical scholarships offering 20% fee remission are also available to qualified candidates. Additional merit-based scholarships from MAHE may apply, and students should verify eligibility at the time of admission.

Ques. Is work experience required for TAPMI IPM admission?

Ans. No work experience is required for the TAPMI IPM. The programme is designed for students who have just completed their 10+2 examination and wish to pursue an integrated management career track. Candidates need to have passed 10+2 from a recognised board with at least 60% aggregate marks and a valid entrance exam score.