LM Thapar School of Management - Admissions

LM Thapar School of Management (LMTSM) is part of the prestigious Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology and is ranked by NIRF 2025 in Top 50 B-schools in India. LM Thapar School of Management is led by Director Dr DP Goyal, who is the former Director of IIM Shillong. LM Thapar MBA admissions 2026 is open. Apply now. LM Thapar School of Management MBA admissions 2026 is open. Read more details about eligibility, selection criteria, exams accepted, cut-offs, and key admission dates in this article. 

LM Thapar School of Management MBA Eligibility Criteria

• Graduate Degree in any discipline with at least 50% aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA or corresponding grade secured from a recognized University/Institute, OR,
• Post Graduate degree in any discipline with at least 50% aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA or corresponding grade from a recognized University/Institute, OR,
• Graduate with a professional qualification scoring a minimum percentage of 50% in all parts/sections of the Intermediate examination of CA/ CS/ ICWA/ Institute of Actuaries of India, OR,
• Candidates appearing for the final year of Bachelor’s degree/equivalent qualification examination and those who have completed degree requirements and are awaiting results can also apply.
• Candidate must have valid CAT/ XAT/ GMAT/ TMAT (Thapar Management Aptitude Test) scores.

LM Thapar School of Management MBA Admission & Selection Process
Admission to the MBA at LM Thapar School of Management is based on a comprehensive assessment of the intent and ability of the applicant to pursue a quality MBA program. Candidates will be shortlisted based on the details in the application form, and will be invited for personal interview, as per the following:

A. Professional Readiness
It comprises two parts:

• Video Statement of Purpose (A short video)
• Interview with admissions panel, where the applicant is assessed for overall fit 

B. Academic Readiness
It is measured based on the applicant’s performance in CAT / XAT / GMAT. Applicants who have not taken any of these tests are required to take Thapar Management Aptitude Test (TMAT) on the day of the interview.

C. Academic History
It comprises three parts:

• Class 10th Performance
• Class 12th Performance
• Graduation Performance (Penultimate Year)

LM Thapar MBA Fees and Scholarship
LM Thapar School of Management offers many scholarships that are based on the merit of the candidate. There are 90 merit scholarships available under this category, divided into three slabs:

• 50% tuition fee waiver
• 30% tuition fee waiver
• 20% tuition fee waiver

Awards are granted based on the applicant’s ranking in the admission evaluation process.

LM Thapar MBA Admission Important Dates

• Admission Start Date: September 5, 2025
• Admission Last Date: 15 December 2025

LM Thapar MBA Admission 2026 is open. Apply Now.