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MAHE Manipal BBA Economics: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

UDUPI, ManipalDeemed to be UniversityEstd 1953NAAC Grade A++ 3.6
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MAHE Manipal Latest Updates and News

20 Jun, 2026 MAHE Manipal BBA Economics Fee Structure 2026-27 has been released. The total academic fee is ₹ 8.62 Lakhs.

Total fees
INR 8.61 Lakhs
3 years, no hostel
Average pay
INR 6 LPA
latest BBA placement note
Cutoff
50%
Class 12 minimum for PI call
Placement rate
80%
campus placement estimate

About MAHE BBA Economics

MAHE offers BBA Economics as a three-year, full-time course at Manipal School of Commerce and Economics. The course is taught on campus over six semesters and uses personal interview for admission. MAHE has NAAC A++ and stands #3 in NIRF University ranking 2025. The full fee without hostel is INR 8.61 Lakhs, paid in yearly parts, and INR 12.78 Lakhs with hostel and mess. You get a seat after Class 12 marks, PI and a merit list. The published minimum is 50% in Class 12. The latest BBA placement note names INR 6 LPA as a record package and major recruiters include Infosys, TCS and Visskan Aviation.

MAHE BBA Economics Fees

The full course costs INR 8.61 Lakhs without hostel and INR 12.78 Lakhs with hostel. The tuition fee is INR 5.34 Lakhs. You pay the course fee in three yearly parts. MAHE fixes the fee for the batch. The caution deposit is separate and comes back when you leave.

Fee headAmountHow it is charged
Tuition feeINR 5.34 LakhsINR 1.78 Lakhs a year, 3 years
Other feeINR 3.27 LakhsINR 1.09 Lakhs a year, 3 years
Caution depositINR 10,000One time, refundable
Hostel and messINR 4.17 LakhsINR 1.39 Lakhs a year, 3 years
Total, no hostelINR 8.61 LakhsFull course
Total with hostelINR 12.78 LakhsFull course

MAHE BBA Economics Admission Dates

The 2027 application is expected to close on 10 Jul 2027. PI is expected on 15 Jul 2027 to 16 Jul 2027 and classes are expected to start on 20 Jul 2027. Watch the admission portal and keep your Class 12 marks ready.

EventDateStatus
Online application startsJan 2027Tentative
Application, last date to apply10 Jul 2027Tentative
Personal interview15 Jul 2027 to 16 Jul 2027Tentative
Merit list17 Jul 2027Tentative
Provisional admission offer18 Jul 2027Tentative
First fee payment18 Jul 2027Tentative
Reporting and document check19 Jul 2027Tentative
Classes start20 Jul 2027Tentative

MAHE BBA Economics Eligibility

You need 50% in Class 12 for Indian boards and 24 points for IB. The table also shows the A Level route. You should keep English marks and final Class 12 papers ready because MAHE checks them before the admission order.

RequirementWhat you need
Class 12 marks50% aggregate for Indian boards
A Level2 to 3 A Level subjects with 5 IGBBA Economics passes including English
IBIB Diploma or Certificate with 24 points
SelectionPersonal interview and merit list

MAHE BBA Economics Admission Process

The process has the online form, Class 12 papers, PI, merit list and fee payment. You apply on the MAHE portal first. MAHE then calls eligible students for PI. If your name is on the merit list, you pay the first fee and finish reporting.

StepWhat you do
1. Apply onlineFill the MAHE application form
2. Upload papersGive Class 12 marks and identity proof
3. Attend PIAnswer course and career questions
4. Pay feePay after the provisional offer
5. ReportBring original papers for checking

MAHE BBA Economics Cutoff

The minimum Class 12 score is 50% and a stronger profile starts near 80%. These are score ranges for the no-exam route. PI can move a student up or down, so do not treat the minimum score as a sure seat.

ProfileScore rangeRoute
Strong80% and aboveClass 12 plus PI
Almost there50% to 79%Needs a strong PI
Not eligibleBelow 50%Does not meet the rule

MAHE BBA Economics Placements

The latest BBA placement note names INR 6 LPA as the record package and the page uses INR 6 LPA for ROI. The placement estimate is 80%. Business development, finance support and analytics roles come from companies such as Infosys, TCS and Visskan Aviation.

MetricValue
Average pay used for ROIINR 6 LPA
Record packageINR 6 LPA
Batch placed80%
RecruitersInfosys, TCS and Visskan Aviation

MAHE BBA Economics Scholarships

The schemes cut the fee by INR 40,000 to INR 2 Lakhs over the course. The state post-matric scholarship gives the biggest waiver. The state and central schemes need income proof, while the Konkani and alumni schemes need the papers MAHE asks for.

ScholarshipWho can get itAmount or waiver
State post-matric scholarshipSC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearINR 2 Lakhs over the course
Central Sector SchemeAny category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearINR 40,000 over the course
MAHE merit waiverEWS certificate and MAHE rulesINR 1.50 Lakhs over the course
OBC post-matric scholarshipOBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearINR 1 Lakh over the course

MAHE BBA Economics Ranking

MAHE stands #3 in NIRF University ranking 2025 and has NAAC A++. These are university level markers, not course ranks. NIRF reads teaching, research, graduation results and perception data. NAAC checks the university on its academic systems.

Ranking bodyYearRank or grade
NIRF University2025#3
NAAC2024A++
QS Asia2026#35 in South Asia

MAHE BBA Economics Hostel and Campus

The hostel estimate is INR 4.17 Lakhs for three years and mess is part of the hostel cost used here. First-year UG students staying in hostels must take mess membership. You choose a room online after admission, and rooms depend on availability.

ItemDetail
Hostel estimateINR 4.17 Lakhs for 3 years
MessIncluded in the hostel estimate
Room choiceThrough the hostel portal after admission
CampusManipal campus in Karnataka

Should you pick BBA Economics at MAHE?

This course suits students who like economics, business data and campus life in a student town.

Pick it if:
You want business and economics roles: Infosys, TCS and Visskan Aviation are named on the placement page, so start your CV early.
You want hostel life: first-year UG students staying in hostels must take mess membership, so food planning is simple.
You want the fee back with work: the ROI tile uses INR 6 LPA against INR 8.61 Lakhs, so plan for two years.
You are strong in interviews: there is no entrance exam, so PI and Class 12 marks decide your admission.
Skip it if:
You need a low fee: INR 8.61 Lakhs before hostel is high for a BBA seat, so compare scholarships first.
You want a sure single room: hostel rooms depend on availability, and first-year students must pick from shown rooms.
You miss the July form date: MAHE closed BBA applications on 10 Jul in the last cycle, so apply early.
Your Class 12 marks are below 50%: the eligibility rule blocks you before PI, so improve the score first.
Counsellor's advice
Take this seat if you want economics with business roles and can pay the fee. If money is tight, check scholarships before you pay.
BBA Economics Eligibility▾
Class 12: You need 50% aggregate marks from an Indian board.
A Level: You need 2 to 3 A Level subjects and 5 IGBBA Economics passes including English.
IB route: You need an IB Diploma or Certificate with 24 points.
Selection: You attend PI after the online form and paper check.
BBA Economics Admission Process▾
Apply online: Fill the MAHE form and upload your Class 12 marks.
Attend PI: MAHE calls eligible students for the personal interview.
Merit list: The school makes the list from your profile and PI.
Fee payment: Pay the first part after the provisional offer or you lose the seat.
Reporting: Bring original papers for document check before classes start.

BBA Economics 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
Jan 2027
Online application starts
Expected to open in the same admission season as this year.
Tentative
10 Jul 2027
Application, last date to apply
Last date to apply is expected around the same July date.
Tentative
15 Jul 2027 to 16 Jul 2027
Personal interview
Keep Class 12 marks and identity proof ready for PI.
Tentative
17 Jul 2027
Merit list
Expected soon after PI for eligible students.
Tentative
18 Jul 2027
Provisional admission offer
The offer tells you the seat and the first fee due.
Tentative
18 Jul 2027
First fee payment
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by the date MAHE gives.
Tentative
19 Jul 2027
Reporting and document check
Bring original Class 12 papers and admission proof.
Tentative
20 Jul 2027
Classes start
Expected in the same week as orientation.

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

MAHE BBA Economics Fees 2027

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

Tuition fee
Per year × 3, INR 1.78 Lakhs a year
INR 5.34 Lakhs
Other fee
Per year × 3, INR 1.09 Lakhs a year
INR 3.27 Lakhs
Caution deposit Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 10,000
Add hostel + mess
Hostel and mess
Per year × 3, INR 1.39 Lakhs a year
INR 4.17 Lakhs
Total course fee
INR 8.61 Lakhs
3 years · tuition + other fee, hostel not added
Total course fee
INR 12.78 Lakhs
3 years · tuition + other fee + hostel and mess
Education loan EMI
INR 14,517
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
70%
average first-year pay INR 6 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 21,548
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
47%
average first-year pay INR 6 LPA vs the full fee

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

Will your score get you BBA Economics at MAHE?

Pick your marks and PI result. The cutoff ranges use the published minimum and a practical safe range.

Class 12 marks
PI result
90%+ · Strong PI
90 and above: yes, you are in. Keep fee papers ready.
80 to 89: almost there. A strong PI can still help.
Below 50: not eligible. Improve the score first.
90%+ · Weak PI
90 and above: yes, you are likely in. Keep fee papers ready.
80 to 89: almost there. Ask the admission office before paying.
Below 50: not eligible. Improve the score first.
80 to 89% · Strong PI
80 and above: yes, you are likely in. Keep fee papers ready.
70 to 79: almost there. PI must be strong.
Below 50: not eligible. Improve the score first.
80 to 89% · Weak PI
85 and above: yes, you have a fair chance.
80 to 84: almost there. Wait for the merit list.
Below 50: not eligible. Improve the score first.
70 to 79% · Strong PI
75 and above: yes, you have a fair chance.
70 to 74: almost there. PI decides the call.
Below 50: not eligible. Improve the score first.
70 to 79% · Weak PI
78 and above: yes, only if seats remain.
70 to 77: almost there. Ask before paying.
Below 50: not eligible. Improve the score first.
50 to 69% · Strong PI
65 and above: yes, only if seats remain.
50 to 64: almost there. PI must carry the file.
Below 50: not eligible. Improve the score first.
50 to 69% · Weak PI
68 and above: yes, only if seats remain.
50 to 67: almost there. Wait for the merit list.
Below 50: not eligible. Improve the score first.
Below 50% · Strong PI
50 and above: yes, after you meet the rule.
45 to 49: almost there. You need a higher Class 12 score.
Below 45: not eligible. Improve the score first.
Below 50% · Weak PI
50 and above: yes, after you meet the rule.
45 to 49: almost there. You need a higher Class 12 score.
Below 45: not eligible. Improve the score first.
EDITOR'S NOTE

The 50% rule only makes you eligible. A higher Class 12 score and a clear PI answer make the seat much safer.

MAHE BBA Economics Scholarship Calculator

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

Category
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾

Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.

State post-matric scholarship
INR 2 Lakhs
State social welfare department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answers
Central Sector Scheme
INR 40,000
Ministry of Education, through NSP
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year, top 20 percentile in Class 12Apply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answers
MAHE merit waiver
INR 1.50 Lakhs
MAHE
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Sep 2026
Not eligible on your answers
OBC post-matric scholarship
INR 1 Lakh
State backward classes welfare department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Nov 2026
Not eligible on your answers
No scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
Estimated total waiver
INR 40,000
Your net course fee: INR 8.21 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 0
Your net course fee: INR 8.61 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 1.40 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 7.21 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 2.40 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 6.21 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 1.90 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 6.71 Lakhs

MAHE BBA Economics 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.

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In short
TAPMI Bengaluru charges more and asks for a higher score, but its BBA pay is slightly higher. If fee matters, MAHE is the lighter choice.
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Manipal University Jaipur costs almost the same and has more seats, but its pay is lower. If you want the Manipal main campus, keep MAHE above it.
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Christ costs less and has stronger ROI, but its score screen is much higher. If you clear both, compare city fit before you pay.
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Jindal pays more on average but charges much more. If you need a lower fee, MAHE is the steadier pick.
In short
Alliance has more seats but lower pay and lower ROI. If MAHE gives you the course, take it before using Alliance as backup.

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

FAQs on MAHE BBA Economics

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is MAHE BBA Economics worth the fee?▾
Yes, if you want economics inside a business school setting and can pay the fee. The full fee without hostel is INR 8.61 Lakhs, and the ROI tile uses INR 6 LPA for pay. Check the EMI in the fee block before you pay, because hostel takes the cost to INR 12.78 Lakhs.
Should I take this course if I only meet the minimum score?▾
Do not count on the minimum alone. The published rule is 50% in Class 12, but PI and the merit list decide the seat. If you are near 50%, prepare clear answers on why economics fits your plan and keep another option ready.
What job can I get after BBA Economics at MAHE?▾
You can aim for business analyst, finance support, sales, research support and business development roles. The placement table uses INR 6 LPA for ROI and names Infosys, TCS and Visskan Aviation. Build spreadsheet, data and communication skills from year 1 so your profile fits these roles.
Who should pick BBA Economics at MAHE?▾
Pick it if you like economics, markets and business data more than pure accounting. The course gives a three-year campus degree with PI-based admission and 120 seats on this page. It suits students who want early work roles, then an MBA or economics-related higher studies later.
Who should skip this course?▾
Skip it if you need the lowest BBA fee or a sure hostel room type. The fee is INR 8.61 Lakhs without hostel and room choice depends on availability. If your budget is tight, use the scholarship block first and ask the admission office about fee payment dates.
Is BBA Economics better than BBA Banking here?▾
Choose Economics if you like markets, policy, data and broad business roles. Choose Banking if you want a more direct banking route. The fee is the same for MSCE BBA specialisations in the 2026 fee notice, so decide by subjects and career fit, not fee.
Is this course right for higher studies?▾
Yes, if you plan early. A BBA Economics degree can support MBA, economics and analytics options later. MAHE has a strong university rank, and the course gives business and economics subjects. Keep grades high, do internships and ask faculty about projects before your final year.
Should I wait one year for another BBA college?▾
Wait only if you have a clear target and can improve your profile. MAHE has no entrance exam for this course, so a stronger Class 12 profile and PI matter. If you already like the campus and can pay the fee, waiting one year may not add much.
Will the Manipal location help with internships?▾
Yes, for campus-led work and student projects, but it is not a metro finance hub. The placement page names companies such as Infosys, TCS and Visskan Aviation. Use the placement cell, alumni talks and faculty contacts early, because you may not find many internships on your own nearby.
How do I get admission to BBA Economics at MAHE?▾
Apply online, upload Class 12 papers, attend PI and wait for the merit list. There is no entrance exam for BBA at MSCE Manipal. If you get a provisional offer, pay the first fee by the date MAHE gives and finish document check before classes start.
What is the full cost with hostel?▾
The full course fee without hostel is INR 8.61 Lakhs. With the hostel and mess estimate used here, the total is INR 12.78 Lakhs. Use the fee toggle above to see EMI and ROI in both states, then check the official hostel portal before you choose a room.
Can scholarships reduce the fee?▾
Yes, but only if you match the scheme rules. The calculator shows waivers from INR 40,000 to INR 2 Lakhs and uses the INR 8.61 Lakhs base fee. Keep income, category, Konkani, alumni or service papers ready, then confirm the final award with MAHE before paying.

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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.

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

Akanksha Gupta
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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