LM Thapar School of Management (LMTSM) Admissions are ongoing for 2027. At present, the university offers a full-time MBA in 7 specializations, IPM, Ph.D. and Executive Ph.D. at the research level.
- Registration for All the courses offered by LMTSM can be made online after payment of INR 1200.
- Candidates with graduation or post-graduation degrees in any discipline with 50% in aggregate marks from recognized institutes are eligible for admission to LMTSM.
- Selection to the MBA program will be conducted on the basis of a valid CAT/XAT/CMAT/MAT/GMAT/Thapar Management Aptitude Test scores.
- The selection process of the shortlisted MBA candidates will be conducted on the basis of Group Interaction and performance in Personal Interviews via online mode.
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LMTSM Important Dates 2026
Important dates for the MBA 2027-28 Online Admission process are as follows:
| Admission Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Early Bird Window | January 10, 2027 |
| Last Date to Apply | February 6, 2027 |
| Extended Application Deadline | February 13, 2027 |
| TMAT and Interview Evaluation | February 15 - February 16, 2027 |
| Dera Bassi Offline Interviews | February 20 - February 21, 2027 |
| New Delhi Offline Interviews | February 27, 2027 |
| Online Interviews | From March 1, 2027 |
LMTSM MBA Admissions 2027
LMTSM offers a full-time MBA program. The duration of the program is 2 years. The course consists of 4 half years semesters.
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Type of Program |
Full-Time Residential Program |
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Basic Eligibility |
Graduation/Postgraduation with 50% |
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Admission Criteria |
CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT/Thapar Management Aptitude Test |
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Number of Recruiters Visited |
77 |
LMTSM MBA Eligibility
The candidates following any one of the given eligibility criteria are eligible for admission to the MBA program by LMTSM.
- Graduate Degree in any discipline with 50% in aggregate marks or CGPA or grade secured from recognized University/Institute.
- Post Graduate degree in any discipline with 50% marks in aggregate or CGPA or Grade from a recognized University/Institute.
- A graduate degree with a pass in all parts/sections of the Intermediate examination of CA/ ICWA/ ACS.
- Applicants having extraordinary managerial/leadership potential demonstrated through at least one year of experience are exempt from having 50% marks in their graduation/post-graduation.
LMTSM MBA Selection Process
Candidates will be shortlisted on the basis of their CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT/Thapar Management Aptitude Test scores. The selection process of the shortlisted candidates will be conducted on the basis of Group Interaction and performance in Personal Interviews via online mode.
LMTSM Ph.D. Admission 2027
LMTSM offers 4-5 Years of full-time Ph.D. Research programs, 3-year full-time Ph.D. Executive Research Program in various specializations to the candidates with Post Graduate Degrees/ CA/ CS/ ICWA/ CFA/ B.E./ B.Tech/ Degree.
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Courses |
Specialization |
Eligibility Criteria |
Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
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Accounting, Finance and Economics, OB, HR and International Management, and Operations, Information Systems and Marketing |
Post Graduate Degree/ CA/ CS/ ICWA/ CFA with minimum 55% marks in aggregate OR BE/ B.Tech. Degree with minimum 80% marks in aggregate |
Scores obtained in NET/ JRF/ or Research Aptitude Test (RAT) and Written Ability Test (WAT) conducted by the Institute |
|
| Ph.D. Executive |
Post Graduate Degree/ CA/ CS/ ICWA/ CFA with minimum 50% marks in aggregate OR BE/ B.Tech. Degree with a minimum of 60% of marks |
Note: There is a relaxation of 15% for the Candidate applying for a Ph.D. Research program if he has a minimum of 3 years of professional and/or research experience in the area in which the admission is sought.
LMTSM Application Process 2027
Registration for MBA program of Thapar School of Mangement can be online on http://lmtsm.thapar.edu/. Aspirants can follow the given procedure to fill the application form correctly. The application fee for admission is INR 1,200:
Step 1: Submit your application online at www.lmtsm.thapar.edu along with detailed information. You will be required to fill in the basic details along with academic scores and management test scores (if any).
Step 2: Your application will be reviewed by the admissions committee and will be communicated to you by Email and SMS on the day of Short-Listing of Candidates.
Step 3: An in-person evaluation process will be conducted by LMTSM, an academic readiness test and an interview round. During this, you will need to very explicitly demonstrate why you want to enroll in the program, your understanding of what the program has to offer and your contribution to the program. The latest evaluation process is available on the website www.lmtsm.thapar.edu.
Step 4: The final decision of the admissions committee on the basis of your performance in the evaluation process will be communicated to you via email and SMS.
Step 5: The shortlisted candidates will have a few days to register for the program via E-counselling or In-person counselling and submit all documents and fees pertaining to the program.
Note: Scan all the required documents carefully, without lacking any detail, before filling the online application form.
LMSTM Selection Process
The following are the various components of this assessment:
A. Professional Readiness
- Interview - An interaction with the admissions panel, where the applicant is assessed for the overall fit.
B. Academic Readiness: It comprises two parts:
- Quant & Verbal Aptitude Test - To be assessed based on applicant’s valid CAT/XAT/ NMAT by GMACTM/ GRE/ GMAT/ CMAT/ MAT/ SNAP score. Applicants without a valid score in the above-mentioned tests must appear for the Thapar Management Aptitude Test (60 mins in duration), on the day of the interview.
- Non-verbal Aptitude Test - A 40 minutes test on non-verbal reasoning, conducted on the day of the interview, and is mandatory for all applicants.
C. Academic History: It comprises three parts:
- Class 10 Performance
- Class 12 Performance
- Bachelor’s Degree Performance
LMTSM Admission 2027 FAQs
Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for Ph.D. courses, offered by LMTSM?
Ans. The candidates must have a Post Graduate Degree/ CA/ CS/ ICWA/ CFA/ B.E/ BTech degree with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate or BE/B.Tech with a minimum of 80% marks in aggregate from a recognized board or university.
Ques. Does LMTSM offer UG courses?
Ans. Yes, LMTSM IPM (5-Year Integrated BBA-MBA) at the undergraduate level. The candidates must appear for CUET/SAT/TIPMAT (Thapar’s Integrated Programme Management Aptitude Test) for admission to the IPM program.
Ques. How are the placements at LMTSM?
Ans. LMTSM has consistently maintained a record of offering the best placement opportunities. Companies like EY, Deloitte, KPMG, Godrej, Hyundai, Nestle, TATA, and American Express visit the campus regularly to offer placements.
Ques. Does LMTSM offer scholarships?
Ans. Yes, scholarships are available for the candidates based on the marks in their previous qualifying examination. Financial assistance for pursuing a Ph.D (Executive) is also provided to the students fulfilling the eligibility criteria.
Ques. What is the selection procedure for an MBA?
Ans. After submission of the application form the candidate has to appear for a personal interview on being shortlisted. The final merit list is prepared based on the interview and the candidates are communicated the decision of their selection.
Ques. Are any relaxations offered in Ph.D course at LMTSM?
Ans. A relaxation of 15% is offered to the candidates applying for Ph.D research programmes if they have a minimum of 3 years of professional and/or research experience in the respective domain.
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