TAPMI Manipal

T.A. Pai Management Institute (TAPMI), Manipal, was established in 1980. It offers undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) management programs.

MyKollege has ranked TAPMI 59th under the MBA category. The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) has ranked TAPMI 13th in India for MBA in 2025.

• Popular Programs: MBA and IPM
• Total MBA Fees: INR 20.1 Lakhs
• Selection Criteria: Minimum 60% marks in graduation + valid score in CAT, XAT, and GMAT
• Minimum CAT Percentile: 85 percentile (Overall)
• Placements 2025: Highest package INR 32.77 LPA, average package INR 13.99 LPA

TAPMI Manipal accepts admission to its MBA programs through national-level entrance exams such as CAT, XAT, and CMAT. The tentative dates for the admission process are given below.

The eligibility for the TAPMI Manipal MBA core program requires a valid score in CAT, XAT, or GMAT. The cut-off scores vary based on work experience.

• Greater than 90 percentile for applicants with work experience below 11 months
• Greater than 80 percentile for applicants with work experience between 12-23 months
• Profile-based shortlisting for people with work experience above 24 months

Admission requires a minimum of 60% marks in graduation along with a valid score in CAT, XAT, or GMAT. The minimum CAT percentile required is 85 percentile overall.

In the final selection, CAT scores carry 35% weightage. Class X and Class XII scores carry 15% weightage each.

If you have a CAT 85 percentile, 81% in graduation (BCom), 76% in Class 12, and 84% in Class 10, you should apply. You might have a chance.

Ideally, apply to 70-80 percent of college forms that fall under the 80-85 percentile range. Apply to 10 percent of forms in the 75-80 range and 10 percent in the 85-90 percentile range to cover most colleges.

NIRF has ranked TAPMI 13th in India for MBA in 2025. MyKollege has ranked the institute 59th under the MBA category.

The popular programs at TAPMI Manipal are MBA and IPM. The total fee for the MBA program is INR 20.1 Lakhs.

For the 2025 placement season, the highest package offered was INR 32.77 LPA. The average package offered was INR 13.99 LPA.

XAT Exam Dates 2026

MET Exam Dates 2026

Admission to the BBA or integrated IPM programs are done based on the MET entrance exam:

Manipal Entrance Test (MET) 2026 is conducted in two phases. The table below lists the registration, exam, and result dates for both phases.

TAPMI Manipal has been ranked by several agencies for its MBA programme. The table below lists the rankings over the years.

TAPMI Manipal offers MBA, PhD, BBA, and IPM courses. The total fees and selection criteria for each course are given below.

Students must pay an additional Alumni Lifetime Membership fee of INR 20,000 and a refundable caution deposit of INR 40,000. MBA-BKFS students also pay a training cost of INR 60,000 for specialised training at SBI and BSE.

Admission is offered to BBA Hons, MBA, IPM, and PhD programmes. For the MBA, candidates are shortlisted based on CAT, XAT, GMAT, or NMAT scores.

The second stage includes a Group Discussion (GD), Written Ability Test (WAT), and Personal Interview (PI). The entrance test carries 35% weightage, and the GDPI carries 45% weightage.

The admission process is as follows:

1. Go to the official website of the institute.
2. Fill out the online application form.

To apply for admission, you must first submit a valid score from an entrance exam such as CAT, XAT, or NMAT. The application fee for the process is INR 2000.

After paying the fee, you need to submit the completed application form. All details regarding the application form, fees, and important dates are clearly mentioned on the TAPMI website.

Samiksha Agarwal, an MBA marketing student (2021) at TAPMI Manipal, shared her experience with the admission process. She said that after the CAT exam, there were 3-4 more rounds which included a Group Discussion (GD), Personal Interview (PI), English Proficiency test, and essay writing.

She added that an individual becomes eligible for the course only after passing all these rounds.

Admission to MBA programs at TAPMI Manipal in 2024 closed at the 85 percentile. The closing percentile in 2023 was also 85 across all categories.

The cutoff for general category candidates for various entrance exams in 2024 is given below.

TAPMI Manipal offers scholarships worth up to INR 2.9 crores to deserving students. This includes over INR 2.4 crores under the Dr. Ramdas Pai Merit Scholarship.

Other scholarships available include the Dean's Roll of Honour, YLP Stipend, CFA/FRM/CMT Scholarships, and Educational Support Loans. Eligible candidates can apply for these scholarships through the official website.

Below are the details of the scholarships offered.

TAPMI achieved 100% placements for the MBA General 2025 batch. The highest package offered was INR 32.77 LPA, and the average salary was INR 13.99 LPA.

The table below provides a comprehensive overview of the placements for the MBA General 2025 batch.

Ques. What are the placement opportunities like at TAPMI Manipal?

Ans. TAPMI Manipal has a 100% placement record, with the highest package offered being INR 32.77 LPA and an average package of INR 13.99 LPA. Adani, Airtel, Axis Bank, and ITC are among the top recruiters.

The TAPMI Manipal campus covers 44.11 acres. It is located on a hilltop with a view of a valley. The campus has contemporary architecture and landscaped gardens.

The institute provides a range of learning and leisure facilities. These are spread across the campus.

• Campus and surroundings: The 44.11-acre campus features modern buildings and manicured gardens. It offers a green and well-kept learning environment.
• Learning resources: The campus has air-conditioned classrooms. It also has a Finance Lab with 16 terminals, powered by Bloomberg India, with data feeds from the BSE and NSE.
• General infrastructure: The institute has a library. Its facilities are generally considered well-maintained and furnished.
• Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible parking and entrances are available on campus.

TAPMI Manipal has five hostel blocks for students. Hostel facilities are available for both boys and girls. The hostels are designed to support both study and recreation.

Every room has an attached bathroom and a solar-powered hot water facility that runs around the clock. The hostels include modern amenities such as elevators, backup power sources, and Wi-Fi internet access.

Separate hostels for men and women offer air-conditioned single and double rooms. Guest rooms are also available. There are six recreation areas where students can relax with games like carrom and chess.

TAPMI Manipal is often compared with other management institutes. The table below compares TAPMI Manipal with Management Development Institute (MDI) Gurgaon and Great Lakes Institute of Management (GLIM) Chennai.

Ques. How is the campus life at TAPMI Manipal?

Ans. TAPMI Manipal offers better opportunities due to a smaller batch size. Campus life is great and placements are also good. TAPMI is considered strict academically, but overall you will have a joyful experience.

There are many clubs and committees that students can join according to their own interest. For admission to any particular club, you have to attend interview rounds. Only after passing these rounds can you become a member of that social group.

Ques. What is the fee structure for TAPMI Manipal MBA program?

Ans. The entire cost of tuition for the MBA program at TAPMI Manipal is INR 20.10 lakhs. Additional fees include a caution deposit, alumni membership fees, and other charges.

Ques. Is it difficult to get into TAPMI Manipal?

Ans. It is not that difficult to get into TAPMI Manipal. You need around 85 percentile in CAT with a minimum of 60% in graduation. TAPMI accepts diversity, and if you have something different to showcase, you will find it easier to get admission.