Manipal Academy of Higher Education: Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Placements

Admission

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), formerly known as Manipal University, was established in 1953 and is a deemed-to-be university located in Manipal, Karnataka. It is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and accredited with NAAC A++. The university offers UG, PG, diploma, and doctoral programs across medical sciences, engineering, management, pharmacy, law, humanities, and allied sciences.

Popular programs include MBBS, BDS, B.Tech, BBA, MBA, MCA, B.Pharm, B.Sc Nursing, MD/MS, M.Tech, M.Pharm, MPH, and Ph.D.. Admissions are conducted through NEET UG/PG, MET (Manipal Entrance Test), JEE Main, CAT/MAT/XAT, and merit-based selection.

Eligibility: 10+2 for UG programs; graduation in relevant field for PG programs; PG degree for Ph.D.

Admission Process: Online application, entrance exam evaluation, counseling, and enrollment.

Fee Highlights: UG programs ₹1–5 Lakhs per year (MBBS ₹15–20 Lakhs per year); PG programs ₹1.5–6 Lakhs per year (MD/MS ₹20–25 Lakhs per year); Ph.D. fees vary by specialization.

Campus

Located in Manipal, Karnataka, MAHE’s campus provides facilities such as:

• State-of-the-art medical and engineering labs
• Central library with extensive e-resources
• Simulation centers and innovation hubs
• Teaching hospitals (Kasturba Medical College, Manipal)
• International student exchange programs
• Hostels for boys and girls
• Sports complexes and cultural centers
• Research collaborations with global universities

Placement

The university’s placement cell provides career guidance, internships, and industry exposure. Key highlights include:

• Recruiters: Infosys, TCS, Wipro, Deloitte, Accenture, Apollo Hospitals, Fortis, Johnson & Johnson, Siemens
• Average Package: ₹6–8 LPA
• Highest Package: ₹20–25 LPA
• Sectors: Healthcare, IT, consulting, engineering, and research
• Career Support: Internships, workshops, skill development programs, and counseling

Scholarship

MAHE offers multiple scholarship opportunities:

• Merit Scholarships: Based on MET/NEET/JEE/CAT scores
• Need-Based Aid: Financial support for economically weaker students
• Government Schemes: SC/ST/OBC/minority scholarships
• International Scholarships: For global exchange programs
• Special Scholarships: For women achievers and differently-abled students

On average, 30–35% of students benefit annually.

Cut Off

Admission cut-offs at MAHE vary by program:

• MBBS/BDS: NEET UG percentile benchmarks (650+ for MBBS)
• MD/MS/MDS: NEET PG percentile benchmarks
• B.Tech: MET/JEE Main percentile benchmarks (70–90+)
• MBA: CAT/MAT/XAT percentile (70–85+)
• Ph.D.: Entrance exam + interview

The university publishes clear guidance for each session, helping aspirants understand eligibility benchmarks.