Which exam is needed for B.Tech admission at MAHE Manipal?

MET 2026 (Manipal Entrance Test) is the primary exam. Candidates can also apply via JEE Main 2026 CRL, which fills 20% of general category B.Tech seats. Both routes require Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics (minimum 50% in relevant subjects).

How many MBBS seats does KMC Manipal have and what is the cutoff?

KMC Manipal has 250 MBBS seats (212 Deemed/Paid and 38 NRI), all filled through MCC deemed university counselling. In NEET 2025 Round 3, KMC Manipal MBBS closed at AIR 31,834, which corresponds to a NEET score of 508 to 520 marks.

Does MAHE have management quota seats?

No. MAHE is a private deemed university with no government-mandated management quota. B.Tech uses MET or JEE Main. MBBS uses MCC counselling only. NRI/Foreign National seats are available at higher fees through manipal.edu.

What is MAHE Manipals NIRF ranking?

MAHE Manipal is ranked 3rd in the NIRF 2025 University category and 14th in the NIRF 2025 Overall ranking. MAHE holds NAAC A++ accreditation.

What exams does TAPMI Manipal accept for MBA?

TAPMI accepts CAT, XAT, GMAT, and NMAT. Shortlisted candidates go through WAT and PI. For the 2027-28 MBA batch, CAT 2026 (exam November 29, 2026) is the relevant entrance exam. TAPMIs total MBA programme fee is INR 20.10 lakh.

MAHE Manipal Bachelor of Arts [BA](Graphic Design and Digital Media Marketing) : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

UDUPI, ManipalDeemed to be UniversityEstd 1953NAAC Grade A++ 3.6

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20 Jun, 2026 MAHE Manipal BA Graphic Design Fee Structure 2026-27 has been released. The total academic fee is ₹ 6.4 Lakhs.

Total fees

INR 6.39 Lakhs

3 years, no hostel

Average pay

INR 4.50 LPA

Design roles, latest batch

Cutoff

selection score target, General

Placement rate

78%

design batch placed

In This Page▾

01About this courseThe full write-up, from fees to placements 02Should you pick it?Who it suits, who should skip it, and advice 03EligibilityThe marks and test route you need 04Admission ProcessEvery step from the form to joining 05Admission DatesThe admission calendar, step by step 06FeesThe full course cost with and without hostel 07Will your score get you in?Selection score ranges by category and route 08ScholarshipsWhat you can claim and what you missed 09How does it compare?The same course at colleges in its league, side by side 10FAQsShort answers to what students ask before they apply

About MAHE BA Graphic Design

MAHE offers a three-year, full-time BA Graphic Design and Digital Media Marketing course with 60 seats. The course is taught on campus across six semesters, with studio work, media labs and an internship in semester 5. MAHE has NAAC A++ and stands #3 in NIRF University ranking 2025. The full fee without hostel is INR 6.39 Lakhs, paid by year, and INR 11.19 Lakhs with hostel and living cost. You apply on the MAHE portal, share a portfolio, take the Home Based Test and sit for a personal interview. The design batch averaged INR 4.50 LPA and 78% of the batch was placed.

MAHE BA Graphic Design Fees

The total with hostel is INR 11.19 Lakhs and the total without hostel is INR 6.39 Lakhs. The tuition fee is INR 3.93 Lakhs. You pay the tuition fee once each year for three years. MAHE fixes the fee in its admission notice. The caution deposit comes back when you leave.

Fee head	Amount	How it is charged
Tuition fee	INR 3.93 Lakhs	INR 1.31 Lakhs a year, 3 years
Other academic fee	INR 2.46 Lakhs	INR 82,000 a year, 3 years
Caution deposit	INR 10,000	One time, returned when you leave
Hostel and living	INR 4.80 Lakhs	INR 1.60 Lakhs a year, 3 years
Total, no hostel	INR 6.39 Lakhs	Full course
Total with hostel	INR 11.19 Lakhs	Full course

MAHE BA Graphic Design Admission Dates

The 2027 form is expected in Oct 2026 and the last date to apply is expected on 31 May 2027. Orientation is expected on 21 Jul 2027 and classes start on 22 Jul 2027. These are estimates based on the 2026 MAHE dates, so you must check the portal before you pay.

Event	Date	Status
Application form opens	Oct 2026	Tentative
Last date to apply	31 May 2027	Tentative
Home Based Test slot	15 Jun 2027	Tentative
Portfolio review and interview	20 Jun 2027	Tentative
Result and merit list	25 Jun 2027	Tentative
Provisional offer and seat acceptance	28 Jun 2027	Tentative
First fee payment	6 Jul 2027	Tentative
Orientation and document check	21 Jul 2027	Tentative
Classes start	22 Jul 2027	Tentative

MAHE BA Graphic Design Eligibility

The table needs Class 12 or an equal exam, a portfolio and the MAHE selection test. You can apply from any stream if you have passed Class 12. The final seat depends on the Home Based Test, portfolio and interview together.

Requirement	What you need
Class 12	Passed 10+2 or an equal exam
Portfolio	Design work shared with the application
Selection test	MAHE Home Based Test
Interview	Personal interview after shortlisting

MAHE BA Graphic Design Admission Process

The table has five steps: form, portfolio, Home Based Test, interview and fee payment. You first apply on the MAHE portal. MAHE then checks the portfolio and test score. If you miss the fee date after the offer, you lose the seat.

Step	What you do
1. Apply online	Fill the MAHE admission form
2. Share portfolio	Upload your design work
3. Take test	Write the Home Based Test
4. Attend interview	Speak with the department panel
5. Pay fee	Accept the seat and pay the first fee

MAHE BA Graphic Design Cutoff

The published route uses a selection score, not a public rank list. A score near 75 is a safer General target and 68 is the middle range. MAHE has not published category-wise closing scores, so use the checker as a guide and keep the portfolio strong.

Category	Selection score target	Route
General	75	HBT, portfolio and interview
OBC-NCL	70	HBT, portfolio and interview
SC	62	HBT, portfolio and interview
ST	58	HBT, portfolio and interview
EWS	68	HBT, portfolio and interview

MAHE BA Graphic Design Placements

The design batch placed 78% of students at an average of INR 4.50 LPA. The median pay is INR 4 LPA and the high offer is INR 8 LPA. Students work in graphic design, digital marketing, social media, UI UX and brand roles.

Metric	Value
Average pay	INR 4.50 LPA
Median pay	INR 4 LPA
Highest offer	INR 8 LPA
Batch placed	78%
Roles	Graphic design, digital marketing, social media, UI UX, brand strategy

MAHE BA Graphic Design Scholarships

Four schemes can cut the fee by INR 40,000 to INR 63,900. The MAHE merit waiver and alumni concession give the biggest listed amount here. The NSP and state scholarships need income papers and renewal after each year.

Scholarship	Who can get it	Amount or waiver
MAHE merit scholarship	High score in the admitted batch	INR 63,900
MAHE alumni child scholarship	Child of a MAHE alumnus	INR 63,900
Konkani speaking student concession	Konkani speaking student with documents	INR 63,900
NSP or state scholarship	Eligible category or income group	INR 40,000

MAHE BA Graphic Design Ranking

MAHE stands #3 in NIRF University ranking 2025 and has NAAC A++. NIRF ranks university data and NAAC grades the institution. The course sits inside a university with a strong design and media lab setup.

Ranking body	Year	Rank or grade
NIRF University	2025	#3
NAAC	2023	A++
Course type	2027	Full-time BA

MAHE BA Graphic Design Course Structure

The course has 6 semesters and semester 5 carries the industry internship. Year 1 builds drawing, colour and software basics. Year 2 moves into branding and digital media. Year 3 adds client work and a portfolio.

Year	What you study
Year 1	Drawing, colour, typography and design software
Year 2	Branding, digital media and user interface work
Year 3	Client work, internship and portfolio

MAHE BA Graphic Design Hostel and Campus

The Manipal campus has studios, media labs and workshops for design students. Hostel and living cost adds INR 4.80 Lakhs over 3 years. You learn in studio classes and then use the same work for your portfolio.

Item	Detail
Campus	Manipal campus in Karnataka
Studio	Graphic design studio and media lab
Internship	Industry internship in semester 5
Hostel and living	INR 4.80 Lakhs for 3 years

Should you pick BA Graphic Design at MAHE?

This course suits students who like visual design, brands and studio work.

Pick it if:

You want design and marketing together: the course trains graphic design, social media, UI UX and brand work in one degree.

Your portfolio is stronger than marks: MAHE checks your design work, test score and interview together before the seat offer.

You want the fee back with design pay: INR 4.50 LPA covers much of the INR 6.39 Lakhs fee early.

You can work in studios every week: the campus has media labs and live client assignments before the semester 5 internship.

Skip it if:

You want only fine arts: this course adds digital marketing and brand work, so pure drawing is not the whole degree.

You have no portfolio yet: the application asks for work samples, so build five clean pieces before you apply.

Your family needs a low fee: INR 11.19 Lakhs with hostel is high for a starting INR 4.50 LPA design role.

You want a public rank cutoff: MAHE gives an offer after test, portfolio and interview, not one fixed rank list.

Counsellor's advice

If your portfolio is ready and you want design plus marketing, take this seat. If you want pure fine arts, wait.

BA Graphic Design Eligibility▾

Class 12: You must pass 10+2 or an equal exam before joining.

Portfolio: You share design work with the application, so keep finished pieces ready.

Selection test: You take the MAHE Home Based Test after applying.

Interview: Shortlisted students attend a personal interview with the department.

Final offer: MAHE uses the test, portfolio and interview together.

BA Graphic Design Admission Process▾

Apply online: Fill the MAHE admission form and choose this BA course.

Upload portfolio: Give your design work in the format asked by the portal.

Take HBT: Write the Home Based Test on the given slot.

Attend interview: Speak with the department after shortlisting.

Accept seat: Pay the first fee by the given date, or you lose the seat.

BA Graphic Design Admission Dates 2027

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The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026. A date marked Confirmed is official.

Tentative

Oct 2026

Application form opens

Start the MAHE online form when the portal opens.

Tentative

31 May 2027

Last date to apply

Send the form and portfolio before this date.

Tentative

15 Jun 2027

Home Based Test slot

Write the test in the slot MAHE gives you.

Tentative

20 Jun 2027

Portfolio review and interview

Keep your work ready for the department panel.

Tentative

25 Jun 2027

Result and merit list

Check whether your name is listed for the offer round.

Tentative

28 Jun 2027

Provisional offer and seat acceptance

Accept the offer if MAHE allots you this course.

Tentative

6 Jul 2027

First fee payment

You lose the seat if the first fee is not paid.

Tentative

21 Jul 2027

Orientation and document check

Bring Class 12 marks and the admission letter.

Tentative

22 Jul 2027

Classes start

Studio classes are expected to start on campus.

Source: MAHE admission dates page. Confirm on the official site before you act.

MAHE BA Graphic Design Fees 2027

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This is the full 3-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and living cost.

Tuition fee

Per year × 3, INR 1.31 Lakhs a year

INR 3.93 Lakhs

Other academic fee

Per year × 3, INR 82,000 a year

INR 2.46 Lakhs

Caution deposit Refundable

One time, returned when you leave

INR 10,000

Add hostel + mess + living

Hostel and living

Per year × 3, INR 1.60 Lakhs a year

INR 4.80 Lakhs

Total course fee

INR 6.39 Lakhs

3 years · tuition + other academic fee, hostel not added

Total course fee

INR 11.19 Lakhs

3 years · tuition + other academic fee + hostel and living

Education loan EMI

INR 10,774

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

70%

average first-year pay INR 4.50 LPA vs the full fee

Education loan EMI

INR 18,867

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

40%

average first-year pay INR 4.50 LPA vs the full fee

Source: MAHE 2026 general fee notice. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your score get you BA Graphic Design at MAHE?

Pick your category and route. The cutoff ranges show selection score targets for this course.

MAHE BA Graphic Design Scholarship Calculator

Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.

MAHE BA Graphic Design vs similar colleges

Tap a college to see it next to MAHE. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.

Compare with

Christ DesignJain DesignAmity DesignSymbiosis MediaMIT ADT

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Manipal Academy of Higher Education

Manipal

Compared with

Christ University

Bengaluru

Compared with

Jain University

Bengaluru

Compared with

Amity University

Noida

Compared with

Symbiosis Centre for Media and Communication

Pune

Compared with

MIT Art Design and Technology University

Pune

Total fees3 years, no hostel

INR 6.39 Lakhs

tuition + other fee

INR 7.20 Lakhs

INR 81,000 more

INR 5.40 Lakhs

INR 99,000 less

INR 9 Lakhs

INR 2.61 Lakhs more

INR 8.10 Lakhs

INR 1.71 Lakhs more

INR 5.80 Lakhs

INR 59,000 less

Average paylatest batch

INR 4.50 LPA

design roles

INR 5 LPA

INR 0.5 LPA more

INR 4.20 LPA

INR 0.3 LPA less

INR 4 LPA

INR 0.5 LPA less

INR 5.20 LPA

INR 0.7 LPA more

INR 4.10 LPA

INR 0.4 LPA less

Placement rateshare of the batch placed

78%

design batch

82%

4 points higher

74%

4 points lower

70%

8 points lower

80%

2 points higher

72%

6 points lower

Selection scoreGeneral target

HBT + portfolio

5 fewer

3 more

5 more

3 fewer

1 more

Seatsdesign batch

MAHE intake

20 more

10 fewer

30 more

15 fewer

120

60 more

ROIaverage pay vs the full fee

70%

on INR 4.50 LPA

69%

1 points lower

78%

8 points higher

44%

26 points lower

64%

6 points lower

71%

1 points higher

In short

Christ pays more on average but costs INR 81,000 more and asks a slightly lower score. If your portfolio is strong and you can pay more, compare the campus fit before you choose.

In short

Jain costs less and has a higher score target, but its pay is lower. If fee is the main worry, keep Jain close to MAHE in your list.

In short

Amity has more seats but costs much more and pays less on average. If MAHE gives you this course, take MAHE unless you need the Noida location.

In short

Symbiosis pays more and has a smaller batch, but the fee is higher. If you want media roles in Pune, compare the course papers before you decide.

In short

MIT ADT costs less and has more seats, but its pay is lower. If you want a lower fee first, keep it below MAHE as a safer option.

Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.

FAQs on MAHE BA Graphic Design

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is BA Graphic Design at MAHE worth the fee?▾

Yes, if you want design plus digital marketing and can use the studio setup well. The fee without hostel is INR 6.39 Lakhs and the average pay used here is INR 4.50 LPA. Check the EMI in the fee block before you take a loan.

Should I take this course if my score is near the target?▾

Take it only if your portfolio is also strong. A General target near 75 is safer, but MAHE checks the test, portfolio and interview together. Keep this course in your list and improve your portfolio before the interview.

What job can I get after this BA course?▾

You can work as a graphic designer, digital marketing specialist, social media manager, UI UX designer or brand team member. The page uses INR 4.50 LPA as the average pay and 78% as the placed share. Build a portfolio in every semester, because design jobs judge your work first.

Who should pick this course at MAHE?▾

Pick it if you like visual design, brands and digital media together. The course has studio work, media labs and an internship in semester 5. It suits students who want a design job and also want to learn marketing tools.

Who should skip this BA course?▾

Skip it if you want only fine arts or only animation. This course adds digital marketing, brand work and user interface tasks. If you do not want portfolio reviews, interviews and client work, choose a course with a narrower art focus.

Is this better for jobs or higher studies?▾

It is better for jobs first, but higher studies are possible. The course lists roles in graphic design, digital marketing and UI UX, and also points to MA or MSc study later. If you want a master degree, keep your final portfolio and internship proof ready.

Should I wait one year for a cheaper design seat?▾

Wait only if fee is the main issue and you have a clear lower-cost option. MAHE without hostel is INR 6.39 Lakhs and with hostel it is INR 11.19 Lakhs. If you can pay and want the Manipal studio setup, do not lose a year only for a small fee drop.

Is the Manipal location right for internships?▾

Yes, if you use the college network and the semester 5 internship. Manipal is a campus town, so internships usually come through the department, alumni or your own online applications. Start building client work early, because your portfolio matters more than the city name.

Is the batch size too big for design placements?▾

No, the page uses 60 seats, which is a small design batch. That helps teachers review studio work more closely. Still, placement depends on your portfolio, so do not count only on the batch size.

How do I get admission to BA Graphic Design at MAHE?▾

Apply on the MAHE admission portal, upload your portfolio, take the Home Based Test and attend the personal interview. MAHE gives the offer after these steps. Keep your Class 12 marks, portfolio files and identity papers ready before the test slot.

What is the full fee for this course?▾

The full fee without hostel is INR 6.39 Lakhs for 3 years. With hostel and living cost, the page shows INR 11.19 Lakhs. Use the fee toggle above to see how the total changes before you plan a loan.

Can I get a scholarship for this course?▾

Yes, but it depends on merit, category, income or alumni link. The scholarship calculator shows waivers from INR 40,000 to INR 63,900. Keep income papers and category papers ready, and confirm the final amount with MAHE before you pay.

This page is AI assisted and human verified.

Collegedunia Team

Content Curator | Updated on - Oct 1, 2026

MAHE Manipal: 2 Answered Questions

Where should I pursue my Computer Science course, Thapar University or Manipal University?

Krishna ShrivastavMBA from Manipal University (2018)

My brother did his MBA from Manipal University and it has been one of the best decisions of his life. While both are prime universities, Manipal holds an edge due to the following reasons.

You will get the best-in-class faculties, infrastructure, and facilities that you won’t be able to get at Thapar.
In recent QS ranking 2020, Manipal University secured 17th rank all over India and 200th all over Asia, making it one of the top-ranked private universities in India.
Manipal University has also ranked way above the famous BHU (IIT BHU) in the World QS ranking 2021. Manipal university ranked #751-800 whereas BHU, and Thapar belonged to the same bracket of #801-1000.

Here are the 2020 placement trends in brief at Manipal.

Average CTC	7.2 LPA
Highest CTC	22.38 LPA
Total no of offers made	781
Major recruiters	E&Y, ITC, Microsoft, Dell, etc.

Overall, Manipal University is one of the top private institutions making it a great choice to pursue a computer science course.

Which course is better: CSE in Manipal University, Manipal or ECE in VIT Velllore?

Sarita GuptaStudied at Manipal Institute Of Technology (2017)

For B.Tech courses VIT has been ranked #15-300 in India for the year 2020 by NIRF rankings. In Tamil Nadu, the university was ranked #4th for courses in B.Tech. On the other hand, Manipal University was ranked #8-200 for top universities in India by NIRF rankings in the year 2020.

Admissions

Manipal University, Manipal:
- Completed his/ her 10+2 grade or equivalent from a recognized board With Physics, Mathematics, and English as the compulsory subjects with 50% marks.
- The candidate taking admission should also qualify the Manipal Entrance Test (MET)- 2020.
- 3.35 Lakhs is the total fee for the CSE course in the 1st year.

VIT Vellore:
- The candidate must have completed 10+2 with PCM or PCB as the subjects.
- Minimum 60% marks should be obtained by the aspirant in 10+2.
- The selections are done on the basis of counseling and marks obtained in the entrance texts i.e., VITEEE.
- The total course fee for ECE in VIT is 1.98 Lakhs.

Placements

Manipal University, Manipal:
- 6.2 Lakhs was the median salary offered to CSE students in the University.
- Top recruiting companies in Manipal are Forbes Marshall, Mercedes Benz, Hyundai, Cipla, Hero Moto Corp, Maruti Suzuki, INFOYSIS, Intel, etc.

VIT Vellore:
- 713+ companies visited the campus with a total of 705 dream offers.
- The highest package offered was 41.60 LPA and 6.05 LPA was the average salary offered.
- Microsoft, Philips, HP, TCS, Wipro, Intel, Bank of America, Infosys, Deloitte, and Bosch among many others are top recruiters of the University.

Campus

Manipal University, Manipal:
- The campus is about 313 acres in the area.
- Hospital facilities, sports facilities, and innovative centers are available for students, Wi-Fi facility is available everywhere across the campus, restaurants, libraries, hostel, labs, etc. are some of the facilities available on-campus.

VIT Vellore:
- The campus size is about 250 acres.
- Clubs, library, sports facilities, hostel, health services, transport facilities, pollution friendly management projects such as liquid waste management, solid waste management, solar power, wind power, etc. are some of the facilities and activities going on in the campus.

If the subject is not the priority then VIT is a lot ahead of Manipal as it provides excellent placements and living environment to the students. But it all depends on the choice and interests of the aspirant seeking admissions.

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