MET 2026 Round 3 seat allotment result will be released on June 30, 2026 at counseling.manipal.edu, and the last date to accept the allotted seat and pay the first instalment fee of INR 2,90,000 is July 4, 2026.

Students who completed Round 3 registration and choice filling by June 28, 2026 are eligible for Round 3 allotment. Once the result is out, you must log in to the portal, verify your allotted programme and campus, and complete the fee payment within the deadline. The Counselling Waitlist Deposit of INR 10,000 paid at registration is adjusted as a Refundable Caution Deposit once you pay the first instalment. Seats not confirmed by the deadline are automatically cancelled.

  • Round 3 registration and choice filling: June 27–28, 2026
  • Round 3 seat allotment result: June 30, 2026
  • Last date to pay first instalment fee: July 4, 2026
  • Last date to pay second instalment fee: July 7, 2026
  • First instalment fee amount: INR 2,90,000
  • Official portal: counseling.manipal.edu
Direct Link — MET 2026 Round 3 Seat Allotment at counseling.manipal.edu (June 30)

MET 2026 Round 3 Counselling Schedule

The complete MET 2026 counselling schedule across all three rounds, including key deadlines for seat allotment and fee payment, is given below.

Round Activity Date
Round 1 Registration and Choice Filling June 3–6, 2026
Round 1 Seat Allotment June 8, 2026 (after 8 PM)
Round 1 First Instalment Fee Payment June 8–15, 2026
Round 1 Second Instalment Fee Payment June 20, 2026
Round 2 Registration and Choice Filling June 17–18, 2026
Round 2 Seat Allotment June 20, 2026
Round 2 First Instalment Fee Payment June 20–25, 2026
Round 2 Second Instalment Fee Payment June 30, 2026
Round 3 Registration and Choice Filling June 27–28, 2026
Round 3 Seat Allotment Result June 30, 2026
Round 3 First Instalment Fee Payment (Last Date) July 4, 2026
Round 3 Second Instalment Fee Payment July 7, 2026

How to Accept MET 2026 Round 3 Allotted Seat

Once Round 3 seat allotment is released on June 30, 2026, follow these steps to confirm your admission before the July 4 deadline.

  1. Visit counseling.manipal.edu and log in with your application number and counselling password.
  2. Click on the Round 3 seat allotment link visible on your dashboard.
  3. Review the allotted programme, branch, and campus carefully.
  4. Download and save a copy of your allotment letter.
  5. Click on the fee payment option and pay the first instalment of INR 2,90,000 using net banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI.
  6. Upload any documents requested on the portal at the time of confirmation.
  7. Submit your acceptance and save the confirmation receipt and transaction ID.

All steps including fee payment must be completed by July 4, 2026. Students who do not complete this process within the deadline will have their Round 3 seat cancelled.


Fee Payment for MET 2026 Round 3

MAHE (Manipal Academy of Higher Education) follows a two-instalment fee structure for B.Tech admissions. The INR 10,000 Counselling Waitlist Deposit paid at the time of registration is converted into a Refundable Caution Deposit on payment of the first instalment and is counted as part of the total course fee.

Fee Component Amount Payment Deadline
Counselling Waitlist Deposit (paid at registration) INR 10,000 At time of registration
First Instalment — Tuition Fee INR 2,90,000 July 4, 2026
Second Instalment — Balance Fee As per programme and campus July 7, 2026

Fee payment is accepted only through the official portal at apply.manipal.edu. Keep the payment receipt and transaction ID for your records and for physical reporting at the institute in August 2026.


Documents Required for MET 2026 Admission

Keep the following documents ready for upload on the portal and for verification at the time of physical reporting at your allotted MAHE campus.

  • MET 2026 Round 3 allotment letter (downloaded from counseling.manipal.edu)
  • Class 10 mark sheet and pass certificate (for date of birth verification)
  • Class 12 mark sheet and pass certificate
  • Transfer Certificate from the last attended institution
  • Character and Conduct Certificate
  • Category certificate — SC, ST, or OBC (if applicable)
  • Passport-size photographs (as specified by MAHE)
  • Government-issued photo ID (Aadhaar Card, Passport, or Voter ID)
  • Fee payment receipt and transaction confirmation

What Happens If You Miss the Round 3 Deadline

If the first instalment fee of INR 2,90,000 is not paid by July 4, 2026, the Round 3 seat allotment is automatically cancelled. Cancelled seats are not restored. The INR 10,000 Counselling Waitlist Deposit is non-refundable once a seat has been allotted and not accepted within the deadline.

MAHE may conduct a Special Round after Round 3 if seats remain vacant. Students who miss the Round 3 fee deadline must wait for a Special Round announcement and register fresh if eligible. The schedule and eligibility criteria for any Special Round will be published on counseling.manipal.edu.

MET 2026 Round 3 Seat Allotment FAQs

Ques. When is the MET 2026 Round 3 seat allotment result?

Ans. The MET 2026 Round 3 seat allotment result is scheduled on June 30, 2026. Students can check their allotment at counseling.manipal.edu using their application number and counselling password.

Ques. What is the last date to pay fees after MET 2026 Round 3 allotment?

Ans. The last date to pay the first instalment fee of INR 2,90,000 after Round 3 allotment is July 4, 2026. The second instalment is due by July 7, 2026.

Ques. How much is the first instalment fee for MET 2026 B.Tech admission?

Ans. The first instalment tuition fee for MET 2026 B.Tech admission is INR 2,90,000. The Counselling Waitlist Deposit of INR 10,000 paid at registration is adjusted as a Refundable Caution Deposit against the course fee.

Ques. What happens to the INR 10,000 deposit if I do not accept my Round 3 seat?

Ans. The INR 10,000 Counselling Waitlist Deposit is non-refundable if a seat is allotted and not accepted. Missing the July 4 fee deadline leads to automatic seat cancellation and forfeiture of the deposit.

Ques. Can I participate in Round 3 if I was not allotted a seat in Round 2?

Ans. Yes. Students not allotted a seat in Round 1 or Round 2 can register freshly for Round 3. Round 3 registration and choice filling was open from June 27 to June 28, 2026.

Ques. Will there be a Round 4 or Special Round in MET 2026 counselling?

Ans. MAHE may conduct a Special Round after Round 3 if seats remain vacant. Any such round will be announced on counseling.manipal.edu. There is no confirmed date for a Special Round at this time.