MET 2027 Eligibility: Age Limit, Qualification and Attempts

To be eligible for MET 2027, you must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, securing at least 50% aggregate marks in these subjects.

MET (Manipal Entrance Test) is conducted by Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) for admission to B.Tech programs at MIT Manipal and other MAHE campuses. Checking your eligibility before registering for MET 2027 is essential, as falling short on even one criterion can lead to cancellation of admission at the time of document verification.

• Qualifying exam: Class 12 (10+2) passed or appearing in 2027 with PCM subjects.
• Minimum marks in PCM: 50% aggregate for General/OBC; 45% for SC/ST students.
• Age limit: Minimum 17 years as on December 31, 2027 (born on or before December 31, 2010).
• Number of attempts: Maximum 2 attempts — only students who passed Class 12 in 2026 or are appearing in 2027 are eligible.
• Nationality: Indian nationals and NRI/PIO/OCI students can apply.

Academic Qualification for MET 2027

You must have passed Class 12 or equivalent from a recognised board to apply for MET 2027. Students appearing in Class 12 in 2027 can register on a provisional basis; admission is confirmed only after submission of final mark sheets showing the required percentage.

The 50% aggregate is calculated across Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics combined. Provisional admissions are cancelled if you fail to submit qualifying mark sheets within the stipulated deadline.

Age Limit for MET 2027

You must be at least 17 years old as on December 31, 2027 to be eligible for MET 2027. Your date of birth must be on or before December 31, 2010. MAHE does not prescribe an upper age limit for B.Tech admissions through MET.

Age is verified from the birth certificate or the Class 10 mark sheet at document verification. Students born after December 31, 2010 cannot register for MET 2027.

Subject Requirements for MET 2027

Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM) are compulsory for all B.Tech programs through MET 2027. Students who studied Biology instead of Mathematics may qualify for specific programs only.

English is also required at Class 12 level. Students who opted for Biology in place of Mathematics are not eligible for mainstream branches such as Computer Science, Electronics or Mechanical Engineering through MET 2027.

Number of Attempts in MET 2027

MET 2027 is open only to students who passed Class 12 in 2026 or are appearing in Class 12 in 2027. Students who passed Class 12 before 2026 are not permitted to appear. This limits the maximum number of MET attempts to two — once while appearing for Class 12 and once the following year after passing.

If you appeared for MET in 2026 while in Class 12 and could not secure admission, you can attempt MET 2027 again after passing Class 12 in 2026 with the required marks. This second attempt is the maximum allowed under MAHE’s policy.

Category-wise Eligibility Relaxation for MET 2027

MAHE provides a relaxation in the minimum PCM aggregate for students from reserved categories. This relaxation applies only to the Class 12 eligibility threshold, not to the MET rank or score.

Category certificates must be issued by the competent authority in the prescribed format and submitted at document verification after MET counselling. Certificates not in the required format will be rejected and the student will be assessed as General category.

Nationality and Domicile Requirements for MET 2027

MET 2027 is open to Indian nationals and Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs). There is no state domicile restriction; students from all states and union territories can apply.

NRI and PIO/OCI students must meet the same academic and age criteria as Indian nationals. They are allotted seats from a separate NRI quota pool. Foreign nationals must apply through MAHE’s dedicated international admissions process.