Recognizing Potential. Building Future Leaders.
With a legacy of over four decades, TAPMI prepares managers to lead with analytical rigour and sound judgment. One of a select group of Indian business schools accredited by both AACSB and AMBA, TAPMI offers an admissions process built on transparency and merit, open to Indian, NRI and foreign-national applicants alike. Outstanding candidates are recognised through merit scholarships extending up to a full waiver of tuition fee. Explore our programs and find the pathway that fits where you are in your career.
TAPMI Manipal Campus
TAPMI Bengaluru Campus
Rankings and accreditations
Financial Times Masters in Management Ranking 2026
Bloomberg Best Business Schools 2026-27
NIRF India Rankings 2025, Management category
Business Today Top 25 B-School Ranking 2026-27
Accredited by AACSB and AMBA, standards held by a small share of business schools worldwide.
Headline numbers from the latest placement season.
Careers in consulting, banking, FMCG, technology, analytics and leadership.
International partner universities
A selection of TAPMI's international partner institutions.
Minimum requirements for Indian applicants. NRI and foreign national applicants, see NRI and foreign nationals.
| Exam | MBA | MBA-BKFS, Marketing, HRM, IB, Tech, AI&DS |
|---|---|---|
| CAT 2026 | ||
| XAT 2027 | ||
| GMAT taken between 1 January 2022 and 31 January 2027 | ||
| NMAT 2026 | Not accepted |
You may submit more than one score. The highest score is considered.
The process below is common to all programs. Shortlists and merit lists are prepared separately for each program, and selection in one program does not guarantee selection in another.
Choose your programs and pay the non-refundable application fee. All applications are submitted online.
Apply nowShortlisting is based on a candidate's best valid score in specified entrance exams, along with the overall profile: academic record (Class X, Class XII, and graduation), work experience, extracurricular and other achievements. A candidate will be informed of the shortlist decision on the registered email address.
Shortlisted candidates take part in a Group Discussion and a Personal Interview. TAPMI refines this process every year, and shortlisted candidates will be informed of any changes for the 2027-29 admission process. The Group Discussion and Personal Interview will be held in:
Final selection will be done on the basis of the candidate's profile and overall performance in Stage I and Stage II, as assessed by the institute.
Candidates with outstanding academic achievement, leadership potential and a strong GD and PI performance may be selected as Fast-Track Admits and receive their offer letter within 48 to 72 hours of the interview.
| Programs applied for | Application fee |
|---|---|
| Up to two programs | ₹2,500 |
| Three programs | ₹3,000 |
| Four programs | ₹3,500 |
| Five programs | ₹4,000 |
| Six programs | ₹4,500 |
| Seven programs | ₹5,000 |
NRI, NRI sponsored, OCI and foreign national applicants have separate application fees, tuition and charges.
See NRI and foreign national fees| Program | Tuition (per year) |
|---|
| Charge | Amount |
|---|---|
| Alumni lifetime membership | ₹20,000 |
| Caution deposit (refundable) | ₹40,000 |
| Training at SBI and BSE (MBA-BKFS only) | ₹70,000 |
| International immersion (MBA-IB only) | ₹2,50,000 |
TAPMI students can access education loans from partner banks. Contact the bank directly for eligibility, interest rates and documentation.
Dr. Ramdas M. Pai Scholarships for the Batch of 2027-2029
At T A Pai Management Institute, merit is recognized and rewarded. The Dr. Ramdas M. Pai Scholarships are designed to attract high-potential students and support outstanding academic, professional, and leadership potential through merit-based financial assistance.
Eligible students can benefit from up to 100% tuition fee waiver across select scholarship categories.
NRI and NRI-sponsored applicants can apply for one or more of the following programs:
Foreign national and OCI applicants can apply only for the MBA program.
| Category | Graduation | Accepted exams | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| NRI and NRI sponsored | Graduate degree from a recognized university with not less than 50% marks | CAT, XAT, GMAT, NMAT, ATMA, CMAT or MAT | Not required |
| Foreign nationals | University Grants Commission (UGC)-equivalent graduate degree from a recognized university with not less than 50% marks | GMAT (compulsory) | IELTS 5.0, if required |
| Fees and charges | Foreign nationals | NRI and NRI sponsored |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee | USD 30 | ₹2,500 |
| Tuition fee (per year) | To be updated | To be updated |
| Caution deposit (refundable) | To be updated | To be updated |
| Charge | Foreign nationals | NRI and NRI sponsored |
|---|---|---|
| Alumni lifetime membership | To be updated | To be updated |
| Training at SBI and BSE (MBA-BKFS only) | Not applicable | To be updated |
| International immersion (MBA-IB only) | Not applicable | To be updated |
To be updated soon.
MBA Admissions 2027-29
One application covers up to seven MBA programs across the Manipal and Bengaluru campuses. Applications close on 31 December 2026. Merit scholarships of up to 100% of tuition fee are available for outstanding candidates.
Established in 1981, TAPMI has been at the forefront of management education, shaping future leaders through academic excellence, innovation, and real-world learning. With a commitment to nurturing global wealth creators and industry-ready professionals, we continuously benchmark ourselves against the best. Guided by our core values—Excellence, Trust, Honesty, Innovation, Commitment, and Student-Centricity—we foster a culture of ethics, sustainability, and transformative learning.
