Alliances & Accreditation
The student city of Manipal, Karnataka plays host to the T.A. Pai Management Institute, fondly known as TAPMI. Established in 1980, TAPMI is one among the 7 institutes in India and 5% of the top business schools worldwide to have been accredited with the illustrious Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) accreditation, the oldest and toughest accreditation in the world of business education. It is also the earliest institution in India to have both the AACSB as well as Association of MBAs (AMBA) accreditation. With academic rigor and experiential learning at its core, TAPMI’s Post Graduate Programs are approved by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) since its constitution.
TAPMI’s two-year Master of Business Administration is designed to push students to go beyond their constraints and redraw their boundaries to achieve excellence in business.
Minimum Eligibility
A recognized University graduate with a minimum of 50% marks is eligible. Final-year students can apply, but admission is contingent on maintaining a minimum of 50% in their graduation.
Stage I: Shortlisting
Applicants will be shortlisted based on valid
CAT (Common Admission Test) 2023
XAT (Xavier Aptitude Test) 2024
GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) January 1, 2019- January 31, 2024
NMAT by GMAC™ 2023 scores, whichever is higher.
(Applicants can submit more than one test score)
TAPMI considers various aspects beyond test scores, including academic performance, work experience, extracurricular and sports achievements, social contributions, entrepreneurial spirit, diversity, leadership potential, integrity, and values. Entrance examination cut-offs may vary yearly based on applicant profiles and program compatibility. Shortlist decisions will be communicated to students via their registered email addresses.
Stage II: Admission Process (GD-PI)
Group Discussion (GD), Extempore, and Personal Interview (PI).
Group Discussion (GD): Evaluates interaction, problem-solving, confidence, assertiveness, persuasion, collaboration, and communication skills within a group setting.
Extempore: Assesses articulation, coherence, and presence of mind through impromptu speaking on given topics within a 2-3 minute timeframe.Personal Interview (PI): Examines overall attitude and suitability for management education, covering self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, leadership, and communication skills.
*Note: TAPMI modifies the GD/PI process annually to select deserving candidates. Shortlisted candidates will be notified of any changes for the 2024-26 admission process.
** For MBA-Technology Management, two interview rounds are conducted (General Round and Technology-focused Group Interview). All shortlisted applicants must participate in both rounds for eligibility in the MBA (Technology Management) program offers.
Final Selection
The final selection of the candidate is based on the following:
| Category | % Weightage |
| Score in Entrance Test (CAT, XAT, GMAT, NMAT) | 35 |
| Score for academic performance (in X, XII, Graduation Degree) | 15 |
| Group Discussion/Extempore/Personal Interview | 45 |
| Weightage for Gender Diversity & Extra-curricular Activities | 05 |
| Total | 100 |
*As per the AICTE APH 2023, subject to change. Please refer to the website for details.
Application Form Fee (non-refundable):
(Candidates can apply for maximum four programs)
For Indian Domicile:
| Program | Tuition Fees (per year) |
| MBA | ₹ 8,67,000 |
| MBA-BKFS | ₹ 8,67,000 |
| MBA-HRM | ₹ 8,67,000 |
| MBA-IB | ₹ 8,67,000 |
| MBA-Marketing | ₹ 8,67,000 |
| MBA-Tech | ₹ 8,00,000 |
For NRI : 20,000 USD per year
TAPMI appreciates and values merit, and awards scholarships to meritorious students. For deserving students, TAPMI provides awards and scholarships up to INR 2.9 crores. Under Dr. Ramdas Pai Merit Scholarship scheme, TAPMI provides Scholarships worth more than INR 2.4 crores, benefiting 75 students of the batch.
TAPMI also provides Academic Merit Awards and Other Scholarships including Dean’s Roll of Honour, YLP Stipend, and CFA/ FRM/ CMT Scholarships etc.
