TAPMI Manipal: Admission 2026, Course, Fees, Placement, and Rankings

TAPMI Manipal, established in 1980 and located in Karnataka, is a renowned institute offering various undergraduate and postgraduate management programs. The institute holds prestigious accreditations from AACSB and AMBA. The programs are approved by AICTE and recognized by NBA and AIU.

The Institute offers a flagship MBA program with various specializations, including MBA General, Banking and Financial Services, Human Resource Management, and International Business. The TAPMI Manipal MBA Fees for all specializations are INR 18 Lakh for two years. Admission to the MBA program is based on XAT, NMAT, GMAT, and CAT exam. There are a total of 570 seats in the MBA program, including all specializations. 

The institute provides placement assistance to students. During TAPMI Placements 2024, the highest salary package offered to MBA General Program students is INR 32.77 LPA. A total of 89 companies visited the campus for the placements. Top recruiters include BlueStone, Capgemini, Cipla, Decathlon, Infosys, L&T, Make My Trip, PwC Tata. 

TAPMI Manipal Highlights

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TAPMI Manipal Course & Eligibility

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TAPMI Manipal Fees

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TAPMI Manipal Admission 2026

The Institute offers a wide range of programs, including MBA, BBA Honors, IPM, online MBA-BKFS, and Ph.D. TAPMI Manipal admission process for the MBA program includes a Group Discussion, a Written Ability Test, and a Personal Interview. Below are the stages outlining the TAPMI Manipal admission criteria:

Stage 1: Shortlisting

Applicants will be shortlisted based on the highest valid scores from XAT, NMAT, CAT, or GMAT exam. In addition to exam scores, TAPMI evaluates candidates’ academic performance, work experience, extracurricular activities, and other personal achievements.

Stage 2: Admission Process

The TAPMI MBA admission process includes GD, WAT, and PI.

Stage 3: Final Selection

The following factors determine the final selection of candidates:

TAPMI Manipal Cutoff

TAPMI Manipal CAT Cutoff 2024 for the General Category is 85 percentiles. The table below shows the exam-wise TAPMI Manipal cutoff for 2024:

TAPMI Manipal Scholarships

TAPMI Manipal rewards merit by offering scholarships to meritorious students. Through the Dr. Ramdas Pai Merit Scholarship, TAPMI grants scholarships from 10% to a 100% course fee waiver. See the table below for brief information about TAPMI Manipal Scholarships:

TAPMI Manipal Placement 2025

TAPMI Manipal MBA General batch students secured impressive packages. TAPMI Manipal average package for the freshers stood at INR 14.05 LPA, higher than that of those with experience at INR 13.94 LPA. The highest number of students are placed in the BFSI sector (39%), with an average package of INR 14.24 LPA. However, not all the recruiters have yet disclosed the placement offer made by them. You can check the major details of TAPMI Manipal placements 2025 in the table below:

TAPMI Manipal Ranking 2025

 TAPMI Manipal is regarded as one of the best private B-schools in India. As per the IIRF 2025 ranking report, it is #1 in Karnataka and the 3rd best private B-school in the south zone. In the NIRF 2024 rankings, TAPMI Manipal is ranked 2nd in Karnataka, after IIM Bangalore. Below is a table showcasing TAPMI Manipal rankings 2025 for the MBA program:

TAPMI Manipal Campus and Facilities

TAPMI spans 44.11 acres of scenic beauty, featuring landscaped gardens, contemporary architecture, and top-notch campus facilities. Situated on a hill, with a stunning valley view, TAPMI provides a blend of learning and relaxation in an inspiring setting.

• Hostel: TAPMI Manipal 5 hostel blocks are designed to meet students' study and relaxation needs, with rooms featuring attached bathrooms, 24-hour hot water, lifts, power backup, and Wi-Fi. Separate hostels for men and women offer air-conditioned single and double rooms, along with guest rooms.
• Sports: TAPMI offers a variety of sports facilities, including cricket nets, table tennis, and a basketball court, to encourage inclusiveness, participation, and teamwork.
• Canteen: TAPMI multi-cuisine canteen, located in the Student Center, is a bright, spacious hall with a scenic valley view, offering nutritious food for students, faculty, and staff.
• Medicare Facility: TAPMI offers Medicare services to all students through Kasturba Medical Hospital, and the campus is also equipped with First Aid kits.
• Classroom: Our air-conditioned classrooms, designed for interactive participation, accommodate 60 to 90 students with executive seating.

TAPMI Manipal Faculty

TAPMI Manipal is a top 1% B-school in India, known for its academic excellence and innovative approach, offering high-quality education, research, and consultancy in management. Refer to the table below for more details about the faculty at TAPMI Manipal:

Name	Designation	Qualifications	Image
Rajeev Kumra	Director	B.Sc., MBA, Ph.D., UGC-NET
Raghunath Rudran	Professor & Dean – Research	B.Tech, PGDRM (IRMA), Ph.D
Vasanth Kamath V. P.	Professor, Chair: Admissions	B.E., M.Tech, MBA, Ph.D.
S Sudhindra	Professor	B.E, M.Tech, Ph.D
Shrikanth Rao	Professor	B.Com , FCA
Kavitha Ranganathan	Professor	M.Phil., Ph.D.
Tathagata Ghosh	Professor & Chairperson – PhD	Ph.D., MBA, B.Sc. (IT)
Shwetha Mudabagilu Krishnappa	Assistant Professor & Chairperson – Quality Cell	Ph.D. in Business Administration (Asia University, Taiwan)
Varun Sharma	Assistant Professor, Chairperson - ODS	FPM (XLRI Jamshedpur) M.Tech, B.Tech
Santushti Gupta	Assistant Professor	Ph.D. (final defence awaited), CS, B.Com

Image Credit: The images of the faculty in the above table are sourced from the official website of TAPMI Manipal.