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Master of Business Administration
LM Thapar School of Management (LMTSM) is part of the prestigious Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology. LM Thapar is ranked by NIRF in Top 50 B-schools in India, and has also earned AACSB accreditation. LM Thapar School of Management Director and Dean is Dr DP Goyal, who is the former Director of IIM Shillong. LM Thapar School of Management MBA admissions 2026 is open. Read more details about LM Thapar MBA program including curriculum, placements, admissions and other highlights in the following sections.
The MBA program at LM Thapar School of Management (LMTSM) is a transformative two-year full-time course. LM Thapar School of Management MBA course combines foundational management lessons with experiential learning components such as consulting projects, industry internships, and live case studies. Students engage with core management disciplines, choose electives aligned with their career goals, and also earn a certification in Artificial Intelligence.
LM Thapar School of Management MBA is based on carefully designed structure that balances theory and application. Over four semesters, students complete 70 credits including core courses, electives, and a mandatory summer internship. Core subjects in LM Thapar MBA curriculum cover areas like finance, marketing, operations, analytics, and strategy, while electives allow students to specialize in their chosen domain.
The LMTSM MBA offers five key specializations in Business Analytics and Information Systems, Finance, Operations, Human Resource Management, and Marketing. Each MBA specialization is prepared to align with emerging industry trends and equips students with domain-specific skills. For instance, the Business Analytics and Information Systems track prepares students to leverage data and technology for decision-making, using tools such as Tableau, big data platforms, and risk analytics.
LM Thapar School of Management MBA Admission 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 curriculum balances both theory and application. Over four semesters, students complete 72 credits including core courses, electives, and a mandatory summer internship. Core subjects in LM Thapar MBA curriculum cover areas like finance, marketing, operations, analytics, and strategy, while electives allow students to specialize in their chosen domain.
The LMTSM MBA offers five key specializations in Business Analytics and Information Systems, Finance, Operations, Human Resource Management, and Marketing. Each MBA specialization is prepared to align with emerging industry trends and equips students with domain-specific skills.
For instance, the Business Analytics and Information Systems track prepares students to leverage data and technology for decision-making, using tools such as Tableau, big data platforms, and risk analytics.
LM Thapar MBA curriculum integrates Artificial Intelligence and Analytics in all courses to prepare AI-proficient MBA aspirants.
Candidates need to apply online for MBA admission on this official LM Thapar MBA Application Form.
Candidates need to register, fill application form and pay the application fees to complete their MBA application.
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- 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 Selection Process gives due weightages to Professional Readiness, Academic Readiness, and Academic History of a candidate. Merit score for LM Thapar MBA selection process is calculated as follows:
COMPUTATION OF MERIT SCORE:
1. The weights given to the components A, B and C are 45%, 40% and 15% respectively. A, B, and C are the applicant’s scores in Professional Readiness, Academic Readiness,
and Academic History, respectively.
2. Diversity factor is considered in the component A.
3. Final merit is prepared based on the Net Score, calculated using the following
formula: Net Score = (0.45*A) + (0.4*B) + (0.15*C)
LM Thapar MBA scholarships are offered to applicants who have achieved excellence in their prior academic studies. There are 90 merit scholarships available, 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.
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Chandanbala
I scored 98.28 overall percentile in CAT 2019; 97.18 percentile in VARC section; 95.52 in DILR Section and 97.32 percentile in Quantitative Ability section.
CAT Topper Interview: How Chandanbala Cracked CAT 2019 with 97.18% to Join IIM Udaipur
CAT 2020 exam date is Sunday, November 29, 2020. To help the aspirants preparing for CAT 2020, MBAUniverse.com has published a series of articles on CAT preparation plan & strategy adopted by CAT toppers studying at IIM Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Calcutta, Lucknow, MDI Gurgaon among others. Below are shared the interview excerpts with CAT preparation tips by CAT Topper Chandanbala Shyamsunder Dhanawat, and IIM Udaipur student of 2020-22 batch. A graduate in Commerce, Chandanbala Shyamsunder Dhanawat from Surat, (Gujarat) cracked CAT 2019 with 98.28 percentile and has converted number of top B-schools including IIM Udaipur, IIM Raipur, IIM Rohtak , IMT Ghaziabad , IMI Delhi, XIM Bhubaneswar among others. However, she has opted for IIM Udaipur. Chandanbala is a B.Com. She has proved that high percentage of marks in graduation is not necessary to get MBA admission in one of the top B-schools. She scored 51% in her B.Com. While preparing for CAT exam, she earned 2½ years of working experience as Sales Executive at Saraf Furniture.
With a firm confidence and planned preparation strategy, Chandanbala was confident to crack CAT 2019 with high score and get into her dream IIM. She did not appear in any other MBA entrance test apart from CAT. Chandanbala is very particular on her fitness and is doing Yoga for almost 11 years. Her hobbies include Canvas & grass drawing, sketching.
MBAUniverse.com invited Chandanbala to share her preparation and exam taking strategy, GD-PI experience. Read on for her views and success mantras.
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The first thing you prepare for is getting to know the exam pattern and syllabus of CAT in detail. There is ample study material available online even for those who do not take coaching for CAT and me being an IMS student, I had the best study material to solve. Online Mock Tests which starts from April and goes till November are of great help. Study Group for GD/PI preparations are important. During your CAT PL preparation internet in the best buddy you can have. Lastly Confidence and Motivation are the two things which will help you finish the journey.
I scored 98.28 overall percentile in CAT 2019; 97.18 percentile in VARC section; 95.52 in DILR Section and 97.32 percentile in Quantitative Ability section.
I did not appear in any other exam as I focused on CAT only.
I converted IIM Udaipur , IIM Raipur , IIM Rohtak , IMT Ghaziabad , IMI Delhi ,XIM Bhubaneswar , FORE School of Management Delhi , KJ Somaiya Mumbai , NIRMA University Ahmedabad. I finally decided to join IIM Udaipur
I am a B. Com with 51% marks and scored 81.4% in Class 12 and 76% in class 10. I have 30 months of work experience as Sales Executive in Saraf Furniture.
To prepare for VARC the best way, is to start reading novels and articles. Mocks and sample tests could do wonders in verbal Ability preparation if taken seriously. I personally find ready books and articles boring but they helped me improve my vocabulary and help me score good in my CAT. The Norman Lewis book will be of great help to work on vocabulary.
There’s no strategy to prepare for DILR. It totally depends on how your mind works and how broad you imagination is. Practice can help you get through it.
Most important part of quant is to build your basics strong. I figured out what my strengths are. Then I Worked on shortcut techniques to solve the questions fast. Getting the formulas right was my next step for the topics which could be solved by it. Practice and practice and only practice can help you achieve good score or percentile in CAT. Utmost important thing is to understand the Question properly and then solve.
Quant was a weak section for me. At times I realised the questions were never too hard to hard to solve it was just in my mind that I could not solve it. So the technique I adopted was to solve the questions which were there on my online IMS portal, starting form easy to moderate to hard and eventually I succeeded and scored good in quant section.
Mocks played an equally important role as the study material. Mocks were the eye openers of how much I genuinely know and where do I stand. Around 20 to 25 mocks I attempted before actual CAT exam which included take-home and SimCATs. I even solved previous 2 years CAT papers also as a mock. Mocks tell you what the actual scenario is and how much hard work you still have to put into. Analysis of mocks is very important to rectify your mistake for next time.
I attended a coaching centre named IMS because it has very good mentors and are of constant support to the students having queries and problem with preparations. The method which they use to teach is really good and the SimCATs are very useful and the online material is all what you need. The best what a student can expect from a coaching classes is IMS (best for each and every thing).
Revise all the concepts and go to bed with a clear and confident mind. Sleep well the night before. To be able to stay alert during the CAT exam, it is important to sleep well a night before. Sleep for at least eight hours before the CAT 2019 exam day for a calm and relaxed mind during the exam.
Kept myself Updated with the latest happenings. In the GD/WAT, any topic related to current happening can be allocated to test your general awareness. Remember that GD is not about how much you know about an issue/current happening; but it is about how you put forward your views and opinion about that issue. PI is usually about the HR questions which your coaching institutes provide you with.
Give your 100 percent and do the hard work, don’t leave any stone unturned. The last words from my side will be “your lack of dedication is an insult for those you believe in you ". This was my mantra for CAT and I hope this help the CAT 2020 aspirants also.
Tanuj Ruia
I scored 99.69 overall percentile in CAT 2019;99.39 percentile in VARC section; 98.13 in DILR Section and 99.08 percentile in Quantitative Ability section.
CAT Topper Interview: How Tanuj Ruia Cracked CAT 2019 with 99.69% to Join IIM Bangalore
To help the aspirants preparing for CAT, MBAUniverse.com is publishing a series of Videos with CAT toppers and interview Articles on their CAT preparation plan and strategy adopted by them. Next in the series, is a Video and Text Article with CAT topper Tanuj Ruia who is an IIM Bangalore student of 2020-22 batch. A Chartered Accountant and Fresher Tanuj Ruia from Surat, (Gujarat) cracked CAT 2019 with 99.69 percentile and converted IIM Bangalore and Calcutta. However, he has opted to pursue MBA 2020-22 from IIM Bangalore. In his interaction with MBAUniverse.com, Tanuj shared that he took 30+ Mocks before the exam and invested close to seven hours to analyse each of them. Tanuj had appeared in CAT earlier also in the year 2017. Tanuj has done B.Com from VNSGU, Surat and has no work experience to get bonus marks as defined by IIMs in their admission process.Tanuj has great interest in Playing Cricket, football, Table Tennis, Badminton. He says his hobby of Reading Books gave him an edge in cracking CAT.
MBAUniverse.com invited Tanuj to share his preparation and exam taking strategy, GD-PI experience. Watch the Video and also read the Text Interview. Remember, contents of Video and Interview are different... So, check out both the Video and the interview for ultimate learning experience!
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CAT is one of the most competitive exams in the country. If you manage your 180 minutes of the exam, belling the CAT becomes a lot easier. So my main focus this year was to practise as many mocks I can before the D-Day. After clearing my fundamentals and the basics, I enrolled for the mock series. It helped me in analysing my current level of preparation, my weaknesses and my rank amongst a pool of serious aspirants. I used to attempt the mocks as if I was actually giving CAT. I gave close to 30 mocks. After the mocks, I made it a point to analyse each and every question. Initially, I invested close to 7 hours in analysing each mock test to analyse my mistakes and to understand if I was missing out the sitters.
I scored 99.69 overall percentile in CAT 2019;99.39 percentile in VARC section; 98.13 in DILR Section and 99.08 percentile in Quantitative Ability section.
Apart from CAT 2019, I appeared in XAT 2020 and scored 98.8 percentile
Among the top B-schools that I convertedinclude IIM Bangalore and IIM Calcutta. I finally decided to join IIM Bangalore.
I am a Chartered Accountant and a B.Com from VNSGU, Surat. I am a fresher as per the CAT form and have no regular work experience as defined by IIMs.
This is the most unpredictable section of CAT. It generally has 24 questions of Reading Comprehension and 10 questions of Verbal Ability (Parajumbles, odd one out and fill ups). I divided my 1 hour in 2 parts- 45 minutes for RC and 15 minutes for VA. I gave a lot of sectional tests for VARC to get a good practise. Question types like “Central idea” and “Context of a particular para” can only be mastered through practise. Also, try to maximize attempts in this section. I used to read a RC, if the topic of the RC is such that I was interested in (e.g. Economics, Finance) or have read earlier, go for it. Else, I kept that RC for the last in the chronology. Since I was scoring better in RC then VA, I used to attempt all the RC questions first.
This section will test your time management skills. It generally consists of 8 sets having 4 questions each. I would spend 3-4 minutes initially during the beginning of this section in mocks and actual CAT to scan through all the sets and rank them in order of difficulty. I made sure that I completed all the easy sets and grabbed the marks which boosted my confidence while doing the tougher ones. I never aimed at solving all sets. Instead, pick and choose was my mantra. Initially, I worked on the basic question types of graphs, linear arrangement, circular arrangement, matches and games, etc. These questions helped me in solving most of the sets. Remember not to miss out any easy sets. It can make or break your score. Also while solving, don’t get stuck on a single set and take that set on your ego. I had set a time limit 12-15 minutes. If I was not able to think of a method, I used to leave that set.
Being from commerce background, I made sure not to miss questions based on Profit & Loss, Interest, Allegations and Mixtures and Partnerships in QA. I prepared thoroughly for other topics such as Modern Math, Algebra, Time Speed Distance, Work and Time and Geometry. Initially, I read and understood the formulas and then started focussing on my speed. For complex calculations, I preferred online calculator. But, I also improved my mental maths which ended up saving me a lot of time. I divided the entire section in 3 rounds. 1st round consisted of such questions which could be solved within a minute or two. So, in 30 odd minutes (if the paper is easy or difficult, time will vary), I solved all such questions by going from Q1 to Q 34. In the next round, I again visited the questions which were of medium difficulty. And, if the time permitted, I went for another round of tough questions. In this manner, I was able to solve easy questions which were scattered throughout the question paper instead of not going through them if I would have attempted questions as per the serial number.
Since I had Mathematics till my 10th grade, I was not very comfortable with some of the topics in QA. So I attended lectures, practised questions from various materials and gave a lot of sectional tests. I analysed the mocks and found that I was not scoring well especially in Geometry and Modern Math. So I cleared my fundamentals in these topics and improved my accuracy. Hence, I could see my scores improve in the areas in which I was not scoring well.
Mocks are undoubtedly the most important part of CAT preparation. High quality mocks having resemblance to the actual CAT exam are a must for any serious aspirant. By analysing mocks, I could identify my standing amongst a pool of serious candidates, my weaknesses and my strong areas. I used to calculate the Score: Time ratio for various question types and tried to first attempt those questions in which my ratio was higher. In this way, I could get more marks in the limited time. I gave close to 30 mocks this season.
I took coaching classes for CAT 2017. I scored a 97.7%ile and had a final admission offer from one of the old IIMs. But I thought of completing my Chartered Accountancy first and then try getting into one if the Holy Trinity(IIM ABC). So this year, since I had my basics clear, I enrolled for the test series and GDPI sessions at IMS. The mock series at IMS is definitely among the best in the country.
On the CAT day, I made sure that I slept more than my daily average and had a heavy breakfast. Since my exam was in the afternoon slot, I thought of revising just the few basic Geometry formulas in the morning. I was pretty calm and composed. As I had given a lot of mocks earlier, I was pretty relaxed. So there was no such pressure.
WAT is generally based on current affairs or information which is provided in the paragraph itself. So, I read newspapers regularly (including a financial newspaper). Also, I read various fortnightly magazines which had some interesting articles (like India Today, Business Today). For PI, I revised all my major subjects which I had studied in my graduation and CA (like Finance, Costing, Accounts and Economics). There are some common HR based questions like “Why MBA", “Why this institute" etc. So I prepared a crisp answer for all these questions. For people having experience, questions about your current role and responsibility are bound to be asked. Also, do some research about the companies for which you have worked or are currently working. WAT Topics: IIM Ahmedabad: “Spending money on Statue Unity resulted in wastage of resources. Instead, it could have been spent on other things like infrastructure in a developing country like India. Your views on the same.” IIM Bangalore:“ Aadhar has been a game changer as it has enrolled more than 100 crore people in India. However, a lot of people are worried about the privacy and protection of their data. What are your views on the same" IIM Calcutta: Social media has given the freedom of speech to the masses. However, it has led to a lot of false information being spread resulting into incidents of violence and riots. What are your views on the same? PI Experience: My IIM B interview panel had 2 interviewers, both of themare professors at IIM Bangalore. The interview lasted around 25 minutes. I was asked to substantiate my stand on the WAT topic, Why MBA, discussion about my hobbies and was asked questions from Finance. For IIM B, an SOP (Statement of Purpose) has to be submitted before the interviews. So many questions were based on the SOP. One of the interviewers gave me a hard time by constantly disagreeing with whatever I said. It was a stress interview. Every statement which I made was countered by her. But I kept calm and eventually made it to my dream B-School.
The 5 tips I would like to share for the candidates preparing for CAT: 1. If you spoil one of the sections, forget about it and brace yourself for what's coming next. 2. If the questions are hard for you, it will be hard for the other test takers and hence you should always focus on maximizing your marks 3. Practise by giving as many mocks as you can 4. Analyse your mistakes and avoid doing the same mistakes again 5. If you are not able to crack the CAT in the first go, don't get disheartened. Try again and quit only when the happiness and the desire of belling CAT < Fear of Failing