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Eligibility Criteria

  • The candidate must have obtained 60% marks in 10+2 or equivalent examination(55% for SC/ST/PwD candidates) in the aggregate of any five subjects, one of which must be English.
  • Candidates who have completed any 3-year diploma after 10th grade with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks, along with an adequate score in an English Proficiency Test, are also eligible to apply.
  • Applicants must have a valid score in any one of the following aptitude tests: IPMAT, SAT, or CUET. Candidates with a valid score in any of these tests may directly appear for the Personal Interaction (PI).
  • Applicants who do not have a valid IPMAT, SAT, or CUET score are required to appear for TIPMAT, the institute’s own aptitude test, prior to the Personal Interaction.

Admission & Selection Process

A. Personal & Professional Readiness

This component is assessed through the Personal Interview (PI), an interaction with the Admission Committee, to evaluate the applicant’s overall suitability for the IPM program. The assessment focuses on parameters such as:

  • Motivation to pursue the Integrated Programme in Management (IPM)
  • Academic curiosity and willingness to learn
  • Communication skills and clarity of thought
  • Task orientation and problem-solving approach
  • Teamwork, initiative, and leadership potential
  • Emotional maturity, adaptability, and work ethic
  • Social awareness, values, and empathy

B. Academic Readiness

Academic readiness is assessed based on the applicant’s performance in any one of the following aptitude tests:

  • IPMAT / SAT / CUET

Applicants who have not appeared for any of the above tests are required to take TIPMAT (Thapar’s Integrated Programme Management Aptitude Test).

Note: Scores across different aptitude tests are scaled and normalized to ensure a fair and uniform evaluation.

C. Candidate Profile

The Candidate Profile evaluates the applicant’s academic consistency and overall background, and comprises the following components:

  • Class 10th Academic Performance
  • Class 12th Academic Performance
  • Co-curricular and Extra-Curricular Engagements (if applicable)

Computation of Merit Score

  • The weightage assigned to components A, B, and C is 35%, 35%, and 30% respectively.
  • A diversity factor may be considered under Component A (Personal & Professional Readiness).
  • The Final Merit Score is computed using the following formula:
    Net Score = (0.35 × A) + (0.35 × B) + (0.30 × C)
  • A = Score for Personal & Professional Readiness
  • B = Score for Academic Readiness
  • C = Score for Candidate Profile

Program Fee

Tuition Fee and Other Dues for MBA Program

  Year 1 Year 2 Year 3
Particulars Sem 1 Sem 2 Sem 3 Sem 4 Sem 5 Sem 6
Admission Fee (One Time) 20,000 – – – – –
Administrative Charges (One Time) 10,000 – – – – –
Tuition Fee 1,93,500 1,93,500 1,93,500 1,93,500 1,93,500 1,93,500
Development Fee 45,000 45,000 45,000 45,000 45,000 45,000
Student Activity Fee 6500 6500 6500 6500 6500 6500
Examination Fee 1500 1500 1500 1500 1500 1500
Medical Fee 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000
Total per Semester (INR) 2,77,000 2,47,000 2,47,000 2,47,000 2,47,000 2,47,000

Grand Total (Years 1– 3 ): INR 15,15,000

Years 4 and 5 (MBA Component)

  • Students progressing to Year 4 and Year 5 of the Integrated Program in Management (BBA+MBA) programme shall be governed by the MBA fee structure applicable for the respective admission year.
  • For reference, the approved MBA academic fee for the 2026-28 batch is INR 15,15,000 (Rupees Fifteen Lakh Fifteen Thousand Only).
  • The fee for Year 4 and Year 5 will be as per the MBA fee approved by the competent authority at the time of entry into the MBA phase.

Scholarship Policy for Integrated Program in Management (Batch 2026–2031)

Emerging Leadership Scholarships

The scholarships for the Integrated Program in Management (5-Year Program) at LM Thapar School of Management (LMTSM) are designed to recognize and reward meritorious students who demonstrate strong academic performance at the time of admission and maintain consistent excellence throughout the program. The scholarships are structured to:

  • Encourage academic excellence at the time of admission.
  • Motivate consistent performance throughout the program.
  • Acknowledge sustained academic discipline in later years.

Scholarships for First Year of the Program (Batch 2026–31)

Scholarship Category Scholarship Type Scholarship Criteria
A 100% Tuition Fee Waiver Merit Based
B 50% Tuition Fee Waiver
C 30% Tuition Fee Waiver
D 20% Tuition Fee Waiver

Note: Scholarships for Faculty / Staff Ward as per the TIET policy.

Continuation Criteria

  • Scholarship continuation will depend on maintaining a minimum CGPA of 8.5 every academic year.
  • If a student fails to meet the required CGPA, the scholarship under this category will be discontinued.
  • Once discontinued, the student cannot re-enter this category later but may qualify under performance-based scholarships in subsequent years.
  • The student must maintain a minimum of 75% attendance in each semester.
  • The student should not have backlogs in any subject.
  • The student must not be involved in any disciplinary action throughout the semester.

Performance-Based Scholarships (From Second Year to Fifth Year) Of The Program (Batch 2026-31)

To encourage consistent academic achievement, LM Thapar School of Management will offer merit-based scholarships to students who excel during the program, even if they were not awarded scholarships at the time of admission.

Category Number of Students (Per Batch) Tuition Fee Waiver Eligibility Criteria
Top 5 Students 5 50% Tuition Fee Waiver Highest CGPA in the batch (minimum 9.5)
Next 5 Students 5 30% Tuition Fee Waiver Second highest CGPA in the batch (minimum 9.0)
Next 5 Students 5 20% Tuition Fee Waiver Third highest CGPA in the batch (minimum 8.5)

Notes:

  • Scholarships under this category are awarded based on the academic performance in the preceding academic year.
  • The student must maintain a minimum of 75% attendance in each semester.
  • The student must maintain good conduct and disciplinary record throughout the program.
  • In case of a tie in CGPA, the overall academic record, participation in institute activities, and discipline record will be considered.
  • The final decision will rest with the Scholarship Committee of LM Thapar School of Management.

General Conditions

  • Scholarships are applicable only on tuition fee.
  • Students availing any external or government-funded scholarship will not be eligible for dual benefits under this policy.
  • The Institute reserves the right to review, modify, or withdraw the scholarship policy at any time without prior notice.
  • Any misrepresentation of facts or academic records for scholarship purposes will lead to immediate cancellation and may invite disciplinary action.
  • LM Thapar School of Management reserves the right to revise the scholarship criteria or amounts at any time without prior notice.

Important Dates for IPM 2026 Admission Process

Admission Round Application Window Closes On TIPMAT Personal Interview Offer Rollout Offer Acceptance Deadline Registration Fee Payment Final Fee Payment Campus Reporting & Hostel Allocation Commencement of IPM Batch
Round 1 – Main Admission Cycle 15th May 2026 16th - 20th May 2026 25th - 30th May 2026 05th June 2026 20th June 2026 25th June 2026 15th August 2026 20th - 21th August 2026 24th August 2026
Round 2 – Final Opportunity Cycle 25th June 2026 21th  - 25th June 2026 30th June - 5th July 2026 10th July 2026 16th July 2026 25th July 2026

Notes:

  • IPMAT (Indore & Rohtak) is scheduled for 4th & 5th May, 2026 respectively.
  • Applicants may apply through IPMAT / CUET / SAT or opt to register for TIPMAT.
  • Dates are subject to change based on national examination schedules.
  • Early application is encouraged for better planning and timely offer acceptance.