Fees
Fees at T. A. Pai Management Institute for the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program are approximately 21.6 lakh INR for two years, inclusive of hostel fees. When incorporating miscellaneous expenses such as food and electricity, the total cost may range from 22 lakh to 25 lakh INR. Various scholarship opportunities are available for students who achieve high grades in entrance exams or exhibit strong academic performance.
The institute is partnered with several banks, including the State Bank of India (SBI), Canara Bank, and Union Bank of India (UBI), offering financial assistance options at competitive interest rates.
About Integrated Programme in Management [IPM]
T.A. Pai Management Institute, Manipal offers the Integrated Programme in Management, a five-year full-time residential programme awarding dual degrees in BBA and MBA. Admission is through IPMAT, JIPMAT, or the Manipal Entrance Test, with a total fee of INR 28,90,000 for the full programme. Only 60 seats are available per batch. TAPMI holds a NIRF Management rank of 39 in 2025 and is ranked 2nd among B-schools in Karnataka.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Class Commencement began July 2026.
TAPMI IPM Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (Year 1) | INR 5,50,000 |
| Other Charges (Year 1) | INR 40,000 |
| Tuition Fee (Year 2) | INR 5,50,000 |
| Tuition Fee (Year 3) | INR 5,50,000 |
| Tuition Fee (Year 4) | INR 6,00,000 |
| Tuition Fee (Year 5) | INR 6,00,000 |
| Total Programme Fee (5 Years) | INR 28,90,000 |
- Fee figures are from the 2026 academic year notification.
- Students must confirm the latest fee schedule with the TAPMI admissions office before payment.
TAPMI IPM Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 Application Closes | March 23, 2026 |
| Phase 1 Personal Interviews | April 16 to April 23, 2026 |
| Phase 2 Application Closes | May 2, 2026 |
| IPMAT Exam | May 4, 2026 |
| Phase 2 Personal Interviews | May 11 to May 19, 2026 |
| JIPMAT Exam | June 7, 2026 |
| JIPMAT Result | June 24, 2026 |
| IPMAT Result | July 11, 2026 |
| Class Commencement | July 2026 |
- TAPMI’s own Manipal Entrance Test was held in April and May 2026 for Phase 1 and Phase 2 applicants.
- Final selection includes entrance exam score, academic profile, personal interview, and micro-presentation.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 or equivalent with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks and 60% in Class 10.
- English must be a compulsory subject in the Class 12 curriculum.
- Valid score in any one of IPMAT, JIPMAT, JEE Main, SAT, CLAT, or Manipal Entrance Test is required.
Admission Process
- Apply online on the TAPMI website before the Phase 1 or Phase 2 application deadline.
- Submit valid scores from accepted entrance exams such as IPMAT, JIPMAT, or Manipal Entrance Test.
- Shortlisted candidates are called for a personal interview and micro-presentation conducted online.
- Final merit list is prepared based on entrance score, academic record, interview performance, and extracurricular profile.
- Selected candidates complete fee payment and document submission to confirm the seat.
✓ Opt for this if
- Want to complete BBA and MBA in a single five-year residential programme.
- Prefer early entry into management education directly after Class 12.
- Targeting TAPMI’s strong MBA placement network from Year 4 onwards.
- Value a small-cohort environment with a nationally ranked B-school brand.
- Comfortable with a higher investment for an integrated dual degree outcome.
✗ Skip if
- Prefer a standalone BBA followed by a separate MBA from a different institution.
- Targeting IIM-level brand recognition for MBA after an undergraduate degree.
- Need a programme outside Karnataka or Manipal for geographical reasons.
- Budget constraints make a total fee outlay of INR 28,90,000 unfeasible.
TAPMI IPM Placement 2026
| Metric | 2025 Batch |
|---|---|
| Placement Rate | 100% |
| Average CTC | INR 13.99 LPA |
| Highest CTC | INR 32.02 LPA |
| Top Recruiters | Accenture, Deloitte, ITC, Capgemini, HCL, Cognizant, Goldman Sachs, J.P. Morgan Chase, Infosys, KPMG |
- Placement data is for the MBA batch of 2025 which IPM students join from Year 4.
TAPMI IPM Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ramdas Pai UG Freeship | 100% fee exemption | Top 1 student in the IPM batch based on admission merit |
| Dr. Ramdas Pai UG Scholar | 20% fee exemption per year | Next 2 students in the IPM batch based on admission merit |
| Dr. Ramdas Pai Scholarship for Achievers | 20% fee exemption per year | Top 3 students in the batch by CGPA at end of Year 1 |
- Scholarship awards are announced after the final admission list is released.
- Academic merit and CGPA in the programme determine continued scholarship eligibility.
As mentioned, TAPMI Manipal offers admission to IPM program based on XAT percentile. TAPMI Manipal XAT Cutoff 2024 percentile is 85 for the General category. Check TAPMI Manipal Cutoff
TAPMI Manipal IPM Cutoff Year-wise Trends
The section below shows year-wise trends in TAPMI Manipal IPM Cutoff. According to year-wise trends, admission to the TAPMI Manipal IPM program in 2024 was closed at the 85 percentile , whereas in 2023, the closing percentile was 85 across all categories.
| Catgories | Cutoff percentile 2024 | Cutoff percentile 2023 |
|---|---|---|
| General | 85 | 85 |
According to an external review site Ranking 2025, TAPMI Manipal ranks 59 out of 370 colleges in India for its IPM program.
- 39 out of 125 under NIRF Management Ranking 2025.
- 4 out of 200 under Outlook Management Ranking 2025.
- 12 out of 122 under IIRF Management Ranking 2025.
- 30 out of 100 under The Times Of India Management Ranking 2025.
- 9 out of 9 under Bloomberg Management Ranking 2025.
Read more on TAPMI Manipal Rankings here
TAPMI IPM FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for the TAPMI IPM programme?
Ans. The total fee for the five-year TAPMI Integrated Programme in Management is INR 28,90,000. Years 1 to 3 are charged at INR 5,50,000 per year along with INR 40,000 in other charges for Year 1. Years 4 and 5 are charged at INR 6,00,000 per year. Scholarship recipients under the Dr. Ramdas Pai scholarship schemes receive partial or full fee waivers based on merit.
Ques. Which entrance exams are accepted for TAPMI IPM admission?
Ans. TAPMI IPM accepts scores from IPMAT, JIPMAT, JEE Main, SAT, CLAT, and the Manipal Entrance Test. The 2026 IPMAT was held on May 4 with results expected on July 11, 2026. JIPMAT was held on June 7 with results on June 24. Shortlisted candidates are called for a personal interview and micro-presentation before final selection.
Ques. What degrees does the TAPMI IPM programme award?
Ans. The TAPMI IPM awards two degrees: a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) at the end of Year 3 and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) on completion of all five years. IPM students join the regular TAPMI MBA cohort from Year 4, gaining access to the same placement infrastructure and industry exposure.
Ques. What are the placement outcomes for TAPMI IPM graduates?
Ans. TAPMI’s 2025 MBA batch achieved 100% placements with an average CTC of INR 13.99 LPA and highest CTC of INR 32.02 LPA. Top recruiters include Accenture, Deloitte, ITC, Capgemini, Goldman Sachs, J.P. Morgan Chase, KPMG, and Cognizant. IPM students access these placements in Years 4 and 5 alongside the regular MBA batch.
Ques. What scholarships are available for TAPMI IPM students?
Ans. TAPMI offers the Dr. Ramdas Pai UG Freeship with 100% fee exemption to the top-ranked IPM student. The next 2 merit students receive a 20% fee exemption under the Dr. Ramdas Pai UG Scholar scheme. Students with the highest CGPA at the end of Year 1 are eligible for the Dr. Ramdas Pai Scholarship for Achievers with a 20% fee waiver per year.
Ques. What is the intake for the TAPMI IPM programme and how competitive is the selection?
Ans. TAPMI IPM admits only 60 students per batch, making it one of the more competitive integrated management programmes at a private B-school. Selection is based on entrance exam scores from IPMAT, JIPMAT, or MET, academic profile (minimum 60% in Class 10 and 12), and performance in the personal interview and micro-presentation round.