Minimum eligibility for admission: A candidate must have an aggregate of 60% or an equivalent grade, in any of the following qualifying degree in full-time mode. Master's degree of minimum two years' duration or equivalent from an institution/university recognized by UGC/respective regulatory body. Apart from high test score, TAPMI considers the overall profile of candidates. For example, the shortlisting considerations include academic profile (10th, 12th, Graduation marks), work experience, extra- curricular achievements, achievements in sports, contribution to social activities, entrepreneurial spirit, diversity, leadership potential, integrity and values. The entrance examination cut-off may vary slightly each year across programs, depending upon the profile of applicants and the suitability of the profile to specific programmes.

According to the TAPMI eligibility criteria for MBA, candidates myst have a Graduate Degree from a recognized university with not less than 50% marks (Final year students may also apply. However, the admission shall be cancelled if they obtain less than 50% in their graduation). The course structure of M.B.A International Business programme is divided into four semesters. The institute offers two types of course specialisations: global strategy and leadership and global transnational management. The programme also offers the students the possibility of studying abroad, get international certifications and many more.

Yes, TAPMI Manipal accepts XAT scores. For admissions to the PG programmes like M.B.A, M.B.A Banking and Financial Services, M.B.A Human Resource Management and M.B.A Marketing, applicants have to appear for CAT/XAT/GMAT after meeting TAPMI Manipal eligibility criteria for the courses. As per T A Pai Management Institute admission procedure for the M.B.A International Business programme, candidates can also appear in NMAT, CMAT, CAT, XAT or GMAT.

TAPMI Manipal offers admissions to the postgraduate and doctoral-level programmes. The courses offered by the institute for admissions are M.B.A, M.B.A Banking and Financial Services, M.B.A Human Resource Management, M.B.A Marketing, M.B.A International Business and Ph.D Management. The TAPMI Manipal admission process for the offered programmes goes as follows. For admissions to the PG programmes like M.B.A, M.B.A Banking and Financial Services, M.B.A Human Resource Management and M.B.A Marketing, candidates have to appear for CAT/XAT/GMAT after meeting TAPMI Manipal eligibility criteria for the courses. 

TAPMI Manipal offers M.B.A, M.B.A Banking and Financial Services, M.B.A Human Resource Management, M.B.A Marketing, M.B.A International Business and Ph.D Management programmes. The institute offers full-time programmes. The duration of TAPMI Manipal PG courses is two years. TAPMI Manipal fees for M.B.A 2 years is Rs. 16,00,000. TAPMI Manipal fees for M.B.A through CAT exam is same as through XAT or GMAT, that is, Rs. 16,00,000 . The same fees applies for other management programmes like M.B.A Banking and Financial Services , M.B.A Human Resource Management, M.B.A Marketing and M.B.A International Business.

TAPMI does not accept applications in hardcopy mode. All applications must be submitted online. The above procedure may be changed depending on the developments that may arise. Any disputes regarding the admissions to these programmes are subject to the jurisdiction of Udupi only. The application fee is non-refundable. TAPMI uses CAT/XAT/GMAT/NMAT by GMAC scores for shortlisting the candidates. IIMs, XLRI and GMAC have no role either in the selection process or in the conduct of the programme. There is no “Management Quota” at TAPMI.

There are separate hostels for men and women, each with air-conditioned double and single rooms. A few guest rooms are also available in the hostel. TAPMI has constructed 6 recreation rooms with games like carom and chess boards, for recreation of students. TAPMI’s 5 hostel blocks have been designed keeping in mind the students’ requirements of rigorous study and relaxation. Each room has an attached bathroom and a 24-hour hot water facility supported by solar heating. All the hostels have lifts, back-up power, and Wi-Fi Internet connectivity.

Compared to SIBM Bangalore, TAPMI offers better placement, a better student life, and a better campus. In addition, TAPMI is an older institute. According to various rankings, TAPMI is among the best management institutes in the country. The placement committee of the institute handles TAPMI Manipal placements.. After IIM Bangalore, it is the second most prestigious institute in Karnataka.

TAPMI is a good place to grow overall, and yes it is one of the best tier 2 college. The institute is accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), Association of MBAs (AMBA) and National Board of Accreditation (NBA). TAPMI Manipal is also an academic partner to Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP). As per the NIRF Ranking 2022, T A Pai Management Institute Manipal is ranked at 38th position in the Management category. The institute also has many international collaborations with organisations like Saginaw Valley University, USA, Oakland University, Michigan, University of Oshkosh, USA, Dortmund, Germany, Asian Institute of Management, Manila, Philippines to name a few.

TAMPI is a better business school than NMIMS as the institute is ranked at 38th position in the Management category as per the NIRF ranking 2022. Whereas NMIMS ranked at 89th position as per the NIRF ranking. The institute has a consistent 35 years of placement record with a 5000+ alumni base. Leadership lecture series, webinars, CXO series, industry immersion workshops, guest lectures and course inputs, etc are conducted to ensure placement of the candidates.