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MAHE Manipal BBA: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility
UDUPI, ManipalDeemed to be UniversityEstd 1953NAAC Grade A++ 3.6
MAHE Manipal Latest Updates and News
20 Jun, 2026 MAHE Manipal BBA Fee Structure 2026-27 has been released. The total academic fee is ₹ 8.61 Lakhs-₹ 8.62 Lakhs.
Total fees
INR 8.61 Lakhs
3 years, no hostel
Median pay
INR 4.3 LPA
NIRF 2025, all 3-year UG courses
Class 12 minimum
50%
the same for every specialisation
Placement rate
35%
NIRF 2025, all 3-year UG courses
In This Page▾
01About this degreeThe full write-up, from fees to rankings
02Specialisations at a glanceEvery specialisation with its fee, rating and views
03Which specialisation should you pick?Who each specialisation suits, who should skip it, and a counsellor's advice
04EligibilityThe marks you need before you apply
05Admission ProcessEvery step from the form to your first class
06Admission DatesThe expected calendar for the next batch
07FeesThe full course cost with and without hostel
08Which specialisations will your marks get you?What your board and marks open, by marks range
09ScholarshipsWhat you can claim and what you missed
10How does it compare?The same degree at universities in its league, side by side
11FAQsStraight answers to what students ask before they decide
About MAHE BBA
Manipal Academy of Higher Education offers a three-year, full-time BBA at the Manipal School of Commerce and Economics (MSCE) in Manipal, in 11 specialisations. There is no entrance exam: your Class 12 marks and an online interview decide the seat, and you need 50% in Class 12. The full fee without hostel is INR 8.61 Lakhs, the same for every specialisation, and the cheapest hostel room with mess adds INR 1.23 Lakhs a year. An optional fourth Honours year is open if your CGPA is 8 or more. MAHE is #3 in the NIRF University ranking 2025 and holds NAAC A++. MAHE does not publish BBA placement figures; its 3-year UG courses together showed a median of INR 4.3 LPA with 35% of graduates placed.
MAHE BBA at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Course Duration | 3 Years |
| Number of BBA Specialisations | 11 |
| Admission Through | Class 12 marks and an online interview |
| Minimum Eligibility | 50% in Class 12 from a recognised board |
| Total Fees | INR 8.61 Lakhs |
| Hostel + Mess | INR 1.23 Lakhs a year, cheapest room |
| Scholarship Available | 20% off tuition for the top 12 on merit |
| Median Package 2024 | INR 4.3 LPA |
| Placement Rate 2024 | 35% |
| NIRF University Rank | #3 in 2025 |
| NAAC Grade | A++ |
MAHE BBA Fees
The total fees with the cheapest hostel room is INR 12.30 Lakhs and the fees without hostel is INR 8.61 Lakhs. The tuition fee is INR 5.34 Lakhs of that, at INR 1,78,000 a year, and other academic fees add INR 1,09,000 a year. You pay the fee once a year. The caution deposit of INR 10,000 comes back when you leave.
| Fee head | Amount | How it is charged |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | INR 5.34 Lakhs | INR 1,78,000 a year, 3 years |
| Other academic fees | INR 3.27 Lakhs | INR 1,09,000 a year, 3 years |
| Caution deposit | INR 10,000 | One time, refundable |
| Hostel and mess, cheapest room | INR 3.69 Lakhs | INR 1.23 Lakhs a year, 3 years |
| Total, no hostel | INR 8.61 Lakhs | Tuition + other academic fees |
| Total with hostel | INR 12.30 Lakhs | Everything above except the deposit |
MAHE BBA Admission Dates 2027
The form for the next batch is expected to open in Jan 2027, and classes are expected to start in Jul 2027. The 2026 form closed on 10 Jul 2026 and classes started on 20 Jul 2026, so these dates are estimates. Apply early, because interview slots follow the order of applications.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Online application opens | Jan 2027 | Tentative |
| Online interview and merit selection | Jan 2027 to Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Selection result and provisional admission notice | Feb 2027 to Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Seat allotment in your specialisation | Feb 2027 to Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| First-year fee payment | Feb 2027 to Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Last date to apply | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Reporting and document check | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Orientation | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Classes start | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
MAHE BBA Eligibility
You need 50% in Class 12 from a recognised board, in any stream. IB students need 24 points and A Level students need a D grade average. Every specialisation uses the same rule, and there is no entrance exam.
| Requirement | What you need |
|---|---|
| Class 12, Indian board | Pass with 50% aggregate |
| IB | Diploma or Certificate with 24 points |
| A Level | 2 to 3 A Level subjects, 5 IGCSE passes with English, D grade average |
| Entrance exam | None; an online interview instead |
MAHE BBA Admission Process
You apply online, sit an online interview, and get a provisional admission notice if you are selected. You then pay the first-year fee to confirm the seat and report in July. MAHE decides the seat from your marks and the interview.
| Step | What you do |
|---|---|
| Apply online | Fill the MAHE form and pick your specialisation. |
| Online interview | Take the interview on the slot you are given. |
| Provisional admission | Check your email for the admission notice. |
| Pay the fee | Pay the first-year fee by the date on the notice. |
| Report on campus | Bring your original papers for the document check. |
MAHE BBA Branches and Fees
All 11 specialisations cost INR 8.61 Lakhs for three years without hostel, and INR 11.48 Lakhs if you add the Honours year. The fee is the same, so the subject is the only thing you choose. Each name below opens its own course page.
| Specialisation | Full fee, no hostel | With Honours year |
|---|---|---|
| BBA Business Analytics | INR 8.61 Lakhs | INR 11.48 Lakhs |
| BBA Logistics and Supply Chain Management | INR 8.61 Lakhs | INR 11.48 Lakhs |
| BBA Banking | INR 8.61 Lakhs | INR 11.48 Lakhs |
| BBA Sports Management | INR 8.61 Lakhs | INR 11.48 Lakhs |
| BBA Financial Markets | INR 8.61 Lakhs | INR 11.48 Lakhs |
| BBA Professional | INR 8.61 Lakhs | INR 11.48 Lakhs |
| BBA Marketing | INR 8.61 Lakhs | INR 11.48 Lakhs |
| BBA Economics | INR 8.61 Lakhs | INR 11.48 Lakhs |
| BBA Family Business | INR 8.61 Lakhs | INR 11.48 Lakhs |
| BBA Insurance and Risk Management | INR 8.61 Lakhs | INR 11.48 Lakhs |
| BBA Human Resource Management | INR 8.61 Lakhs | INR 11.48 Lakhs |
MAHE BBA Entry routes
An Indian board student needs 50% in Class 12, an IB student 24 points, and an A Level student a D grade average. Every route leads to the same online interview. MAHE does not publish a cutoff for any BBA specialisation.
| Route | Specialisations it opens | What decides the seat |
|---|---|---|
| Indian board, Class 12 | All 11 | Class 12 marks and the online interview |
| IB Diploma or Certificate | All 11 | IB points and the online interview |
| A Level | All 11 | A Level grades and the online interview |
MAHE BBA Placements
MAHE does not publish placement figures for BBA alone. Its 3-year UG courses together had a median pay of INR 4.3 LPA, and 35% of graduates were placed in the 2023-24 batch. Infosys, TCS and Northern Trust are among the companies that hired from MSCE.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median pay, all 3-year UG courses | INR 4.3 LPA |
| Graduates placed, all 3-year UG courses | 35% of the 2023-24 batch |
| BBA only figures | Not published |
| Companies that hired from MSCE | Infosys, TCS, Northern Trust, Oracle, Mphasis |
MAHE BBA Scholarships
The MAHE Scholar scholarship takes 20% off tuition, which is INR 1,06,800 over three years, for the top 12 students on merit. The Central Sector Scheme pays INR 36,000 over three years if your family earns up to INR 4.5 Lakhs. The Scholar award stays only if your CGPA stays at 8.
| Scholarship | Who can get it | Amount or waiver |
|---|---|---|
| MAHE Scholar | Top 12 on the merit list, 80% in Class 12 | 20% of tuition |
| MAHE Achiever | Top 12 by CGPA in years 1 and 2, CGPA 8 | 20% of tuition in years 2 and 3 |
| Central Sector Scheme | Family income up to INR 4.5 Lakhs | INR 12,000 a year |
| Children of MAHE alumni | 80% in Class 12, parent on the alumni portal | 10% of tuition |
MAHE BBA Ranking
MAHE is #3 in the NIRF University ranking 2025 and #68 in the India Today management list on Collegedunia. NAAC gave it the A++ grade. NIRF ranks the whole university, not the BBA alone.
| Ranking body | Year | Rank or grade |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF, University | 2025 | #3 |
| India Today, Management | 2025 | #68 |
| NAAC | 2022 | A++ |
MAHE BBA Hostel and Campus
The cheapest hostel room with mess costs INR 1.23 Lakhs a year, and an AC double room with mess costs INR 1,67,000 a year. Mess is a must for first-year students in the hostel. You book your room online after admission.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Cheapest room | Boys, double room, common bath, non-AC |
| Room and mess, cheapest | INR 1.23 Lakhs a year |
| AC double room and mess | INR 1,67,000 a year |
| Girls' rooms | From INR 1,41,000 a year with mess |
MAHE BBA Course Structure
The degree has six semesters, with a summer project after semester 4 and a local project in semester 6. You add open electives and skill courses to your specialisation. CIMA UK and CMA USA certifications are built into the course.
| Part | What it covers |
|---|---|
| Semesters 1 to 6 | Core business subjects plus your specialisation |
| After semester 4 | Summer project in a company |
| Semester 6 | Local project |
| Year 4, optional | Honours year on CGPA 8 |
MAHE BBA specialisations
Bachelor of Business Administration [BBA]
3 Years · Full Time · 11 courses
Total fees
INR 8.61 Lakhs
Indian students, every specialisation
3.917 reviews1.6K views last year
Median pay
INR 4.3 LPA, all 3-year UG courses
Eligibility
Class 12 with 50% aggregate
Selection
Class 12 marks and an online interview
Honours year
Optional fourth year on CGPA 8
INR 8.61 Lakhs
Total fees
INR 8.61 Lakhs
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INR 8.61 Lakhs
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Which BBA specialisation should you pick at MAHE?
Specialisation
BBA Business Analytics
INR 8.61 Lakhs for three years without hostel. Rated 4.5 on Collegedunia. 329 views last year.
Pick it if:
You want a data job after the degree: Business Analyst is one of the top job offers in the MSCE placement report.
You like working with numbers: MSCE has a Center for Business Analytics that supports this specialisation.
Skip it if:
You dislike numbers and spreadsheets: this specialisation works with data and statistics in almost every subject.
You hope to get in on marks alone: every student also takes an online interview before the merit list is made.
BBA Logistics and Supply Chain Management
INR 8.61 Lakhs for three years without hostel. Rated 4.5 on Collegedunia. 95 views last year.
Pick it if:
You want to work in shipping, warehouses or supply chains: this specialisation trains you for operations jobs in those companies.
You want a centre for your subject: MSCE has a Centre for Supply Chain Education and Research for this specialisation.
Skip it if:
You want placement figures for this specialisation: MAHE publishes one median for all 3-year UG courses, not one per specialisation.
You want an office job in a big city: many supply chain jobs start at a warehouse, a port or a factory.
BBA Banking
INR 8.61 Lakhs for three years without hostel. No rating yet on Collegedunia. 63 views last year.
Pick it if:
You want to work in a bank: Northern Trust is among the companies that hired students from MSCE.
You plan to write bank exams later: this specialisation covers the banking subjects that those exams ask about.
Skip it if:
You want to read student reviews first: this specialisation has no rating yet on Collegedunia.
You expect an easier seat because fewer students look at it: the same merit list and online interview decide every specialisation.
BBA Sports Management
INR 8.61 Lakhs for three years without hostel. No rating yet on Collegedunia. 47 views last year.
Pick it if:
You want a job with sports leagues, clubs or events: few Indian university BBA courses teach sports management at all.
You play a sport and want business skills with it: the Manipal campus has its own indoor sports complex, the Marena.
Skip it if:
You want many seniors in this field to guide you: it had only 47 views last year, so fewer students have chosen it.
You want placement numbers for sports jobs: MAHE does not publish any placement figure for this specialisation.
BBA Financial Markets
INR 8.61 Lakhs for three years without hostel. Rated 4.3 on Collegedunia. 41 views last year.
Pick it if:
You want stock market, broking or investment jobs: this specialisation teaches how shares, bonds and funds are bought and sold.
You score 80% or more in Class 12: the top 12 on the merit list get the Scholar scholarship of 20% off tuition.
Skip it if:
You want a general business degree: this specialisation spends much of its time on markets and investment subjects.
You want a finance pay figure from here: MAHE shows one median of INR 4.3 LPA for all 3-year UG courses.
BBA Professional
INR 8.61 Lakhs for three years without hostel. Rated 4.0 on Collegedunia. 40 views last year.
Pick it if:
You want an accounting or finance job abroad later: MSCE builds the CIMA UK and CMA USA certifications into its BBA.
You want a centre for accounts and finance: MSCE has a Center for Advanced Learning in Finance and Accounting.
Skip it if:
You want a light first year: certification papers add work on top of the regular semester exams.
You want many student reviews before you decide: only one student has rated this specialisation on Collegedunia.
BBA Marketing
INR 8.61 Lakhs for three years without hostel. Rated 4.3 on Collegedunia. 32 views last year.
Pick it if:
You want sales, brand or advertising jobs: International Sales Specialist is one of the top job offers for MSCE undergraduates.
You want a well rated specialisation: students rate it 4.3 on Collegedunia, the same as Financial Markets.
Skip it if:
You do not like talking to new people: marketing work means meeting customers and pitching ideas every week.
You plan to apply at the last minute: interview slots follow the order of applications, so late forms get late slots.
BBA Economics
INR 8.61 Lakhs for three years without hostel. No rating yet on Collegedunia. 29 views last year.
Pick it if:
You want policy, research or economics study later: this specialisation teaches economic studies alongside the business subjects.
You plan a master's degree: the optional Honours year with CGPA 8 adds a fourth year of study.
Skip it if:
You want many reviews before you decide: this specialisation has no rating yet on Collegedunia.
You want a job straight after three years: many economics jobs ask for a master's degree first.
BBA Family Business
INR 8.61 Lakhs for three years without hostel. No rating yet on Collegedunia. 29 views last year.
Pick it if:
You will join your family business: MSCE has a Centre for Managing Family Business for this specialisation.
You want to learn how to grow a small firm: the summer project after semester 4 can be done in a real company.
Skip it if:
You have no family business to join: the subjects are built around running a business that your family owns.
You want student reviews first: this specialisation has no rating yet on Collegedunia.
BBA Insurance and Risk Management
INR 8.61 Lakhs for three years without hostel. No rating yet on Collegedunia. 25 views last year.
Pick it if:
You want insurance or risk jobs: MSCE lists insurance and banking among the sectors its graduates join.
You meet the 50% rule in Class 12: every specialisation, this one included, takes the same online interview.
Skip it if:
You want a popular specialisation with many seniors: it had only 25 views last year on Collegedunia.
You want a broad marketing or HR role: this specialisation keeps most of its subjects on insurance and risk.
BBA Human Resource Management
INR 8.61 Lakhs for three years without hostel. No rating yet on Collegedunia. 9 views last year.
Pick it if:
You want people and hiring jobs: Trainer is one of the top job offers in the MSCE placement report.
You like working with people more than numbers: HR subjects deal with hiring, training and pay in a company.
Skip it if:
You want a specialisation many students choose: it had the fewest views of all 11 last year, only 9.
You expect HR to cost less: every specialisation costs the same INR 8.61 Lakhs without hostel.
Counsellor's advice
Every specialisation costs INR 8.61 Lakhs, so pick by subject, not by fee. If you are unsure, read each course page and ask about the semester 4 project. Apply well before the July last date.
BBA Eligibility▾
Class 12 marks: Pass Class 12 from a recognised board with 50% aggregate.
IB students: An IB Diploma or Certificate with 24 points or more.
A Level students: 2 to 3 A Level subjects, 5 IGCSE passes including English, and a D grade average.
Same rule, every specialisation: All 11 specialisations use the same marks rule and the same interview.
No entrance exam: MAHE does not use MET for BBA; your marks and the interview decide.
BBA Admission Process▾
Apply online: Fill the MAHE form and pick one specialisation. Early forms get early interview slots.
Online interview: Take the interview on your slot. MAHE ranks students on Class 12 marks and the interview.
Provisional admission: Selected students get an admission notice by email.
Pay the first-year fee: Pay INR 2,97,000 for year 1, deposit included, by the date on the notice.
Report on campus: Bring your original papers for the document check. The Honours year opens after year 3 if your CGPA is 8.
BBA Admission Dates 2027
▾
The 2027 calendar is not out. These estimates hold for every specialisation.
Tentative
Jan 2027
Online application opens
Last year the form opened on 15 Jan 2026 and closed on 10 Jul 2026.
Tentative
Jan 2027 to Jul 2027
Online interview and merit selection
Interview slots follow the order of applications, so apply early.
Tentative
Feb 2027 to Jul 2027
Selection result and provisional admission notice
Sent by email to the students who clear the interview.
Tentative
Feb 2027 to Jul 2027
Seat allotment in your specialisation
The notice names the specialisation you applied for.
Tentative
Feb 2027 to Jul 2027
First-year fee payment
Pay INR 2,97,000 for year 1, deposit included, by the date on your notice.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Last date to apply
Expected in the second week of July, as last year.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Reporting and document check
Bring your original Class 12 mark sheet and ID.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Orientation
Last year it was held on 15 Jul 2026 and 16 Jul 2026.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Classes start
Last year classes started on 20 Jul 2026.
Source: MAHE admission dates, 2026 cycle.
Manipal Academy of Higher Education BBA Fees 2027
▾
This is the full 3-year cost, the same for every specialisation.
Tuition fee
Per year × 3, INR 1,78,000 a year
INR 5.34 Lakhs
Other academic fees
Per year × 3, INR 1,09,000 a year
INR 3.27 Lakhs
Caution deposit Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 10,000
Add hostel + mess
Hostel and mess, cheapest room
Per year × 3, INR 1,23,000 a year
INR 3.69 Lakhs
Education loan EMI
INR 14,517
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
50%
median first-year pay INR 4.3 LPA, all 3-year UG courses, vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 20,739
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
35%
median first-year pay INR 4.3 LPA, all 3-year UG courses, vs the full fee
Source: MAHE fee sheet for the 2026-27 batch.
Which BBA specialisations will your marks get you at MAHE?
Pick your board and marks range. Ranges change with the board.
Your board
Your Class 12 marks
Your IB points
Your A Level grades
Indian board · Class 12 marks 80% or more
Yes, you are in: every branch. You clear the 50% rule and the 80% line for the Scholar scholarship. The interview still decides the offer.
Indian board · Class 12 marks 60% to 79.9%
Yes, you are in: every branch. You clear the 50% rule in all 11 specialisations. Your interview and marks decide the offer.
Indian board · Class 12 marks 50% to 59.9%
Almost there: every branch. You meet the 50% rule, but higher marks rank first, so apply early and prepare for the interview.
Indian board · Class 12 marks below 50%
Not this route: every branch. Below 50% you cannot apply for any specialisation.
IB Diploma · IB points 34 or more
Yes, you are in: every branch. You clear the 24 point rule with room to spare. The interview decides the offer.
IB Diploma · IB points 30 to 33
Yes, you are in: every branch. You clear the 24 point rule in all 11 specialisations.
IB Diploma · IB points 24 to 29
Almost there: every branch. You meet the 24 point rule, so apply early and prepare for the interview.
IB Diploma · IB points below 24
Not this route: every branch. Below 24 points you cannot apply for any specialisation.
A Level · A Level grades a or b average
Yes, you are in: every branch. You clear the D grade average rule. The interview decides the offer.
A Level · A Level grades c average
Yes, you are in: every branch. You clear the D grade average rule in all 11 specialisations.
A Level · A Level grades d average
Almost there: every branch. You meet the rule exactly, so apply early and prepare for the interview.
A Level · A Level grades below d average
Not this route: every branch. Below a D grade average you cannot apply for any specialisation.
EDITOR'S NOTE
MAHE does not publish a BBA cutoff for any specialisation. It ranks students on Class 12 marks and the online interview, and interview slots follow the order of applications, so apply in the first weeks the form is open.
Manipal Academy of Higher Education BBA Scholarship Calculator
Answer two questions to see what you can claim in any specialisation.
Category
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾
Merit awards depend on your marks or CGPA, not on these two answers.
MAHE Scholar scholarship
INR 1,06,800
MAHE, on the Manipal Merit Rank
Paid every year for the full course if your CGPA stays at 8.
Who qualifies: top 12 on the merit list with 80% in Class 12, any category or incomeApply by Jul 2027
Not eligible on your answersCentral Sector Scheme
INR 36,000
Ministry of Education, through NSP
INR 12,000 a year for the three years of the degree if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: any category, family income up to INR 4.5 Lakhs a year, top 20 percentile in Class 12Apply by Oct 2027
Not eligible on your answersMAHE Achiever scholarship
INR 71,200
MAHE, on your CGPA
20% of tuition in years 2 and 3 if your CGPA is 8 with no backlog.
Who qualifies: top 12 by CGPA in year 1 or year 2, CGPA 8 with no backlogApply by Jul 2028
Not eligible on your answersChildren of MAHE alumni fee waiver
INR 53,400
MAHE
10% of tuition every year if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: 80% in Class 12 and a parent registered on the MAHE alumni portalApply by Jul 2027
Not eligible on your answersNo scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
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INR 8.61 Lakhs
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Median payNIRF 2025, all 3-year UG courses
INR 4.3 LPA
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INR 5.36 LPA
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35%
2023-24 batch
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NIRF rankUniversity ranking 2025
#3
whole university
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In short
Christ charges INR 28,000 less and shows a higher median for its 3-year UG courses, but lists one BBA against 11 here. If you want a named specialisation, this seat gives the wider choice.
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Amity ranks close to this university in NIRF, but placed a much smaller share of its 3-year UG batch. Keep it below this seat in your list.
FAQs on Manipal Academy of Higher Education BBA
Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.
Is BBA at MAHE worth the fee?▾
It depends on what you plan after the degree. The full fee is INR 8.61 Lakhs without hostel, and MAHE's 3-year UG courses showed a median of INR 4.3 LPA with 35% of graduates placed. MAHE does not publish BBA figures alone. If you need a job straight after three years, ask the placement cell for last year's BBA offers before you pay.
Which specialisation should I pick if I am not sure?▾
Pick the subject you would enjoy for three years, because every specialisation costs the same INR 8.61 Lakhs. Business Analytics was the most viewed last year, with 329 views, but views do not decide your career. Read the pick and skip boxes in the specialisation block above, then open the course page of your top two.
Will I get a job after BBA here?▾
Many students do, but no BBA placement figure is published. MAHE's 3-year UG courses placed 35% of graduates in the 2023-24 batch at a median of INR 4.3 LPA. Infosys, TCS and Northern Trust are among the companies that hired from MSCE. Plan your summer project after semester 4 with a job in mind.
Who should skip BBA at MAHE?▾
Skip it if the fee of INR 8.61 Lakhs, or INR 12.30 Lakhs with hostel, is a strain on your family and you need a job with a known salary. MAHE does not publish BBA pay. Also skip it if you want a big city around you, because Manipal is a small university town.
Should I take the Honours year?▾
Take it if your CGPA is 8 or more and you plan a master's degree or research. The four-year fee comes to INR 11.48 Lakhs without hostel, against INR 8.61 Lakhs for three years. If you want to start work quickly, finish in three years and decide later.
Is Business Analytics a better choice than Marketing?▾
Neither is better for everyone. Both cost INR 8.61 Lakhs, and both are rated 4.5 and 4.3 by the few students who reviewed them on Collegedunia. Pick Business Analytics if you like data and numbers, and Marketing if you like meeting people. Check both course pages before you apply.
Should I choose MAHE or wait a year for another college?▾
Waiting a year rarely helps, because MAHE takes students on Class 12 marks and an interview, not an exam rank. If you meet the 50% rule and like a specialisation here, apply early in the next cycle. Compare this page with the universities in the compare block above before you decide.
Is this degree good for an MBA or higher studies later?▾
Yes, if you keep your CGPA up. A CGPA of 8 opens the Honours year and keeps a merit scholarship. The CIMA UK and CMA USA certifications built into the course also help if you want finance study abroad. Decide your plan by year 2 so you pick the right electives.
How do I get admission to BBA at MAHE?▾
Apply online, pick one specialisation and take the online interview. MAHE ranks students on Class 12 marks and the interview, and sends a provisional admission notice by email. Pay the first-year fee of INR 2,97,000 by the date on the notice to keep the seat.
Is there an entrance exam for BBA at MAHE?▾
No. MAHE does not use MET for BBA. You need 50% in Class 12, or 24 IB points, or a D grade average in A Level. Your marks and the online interview decide the seat, so apply early to get an early slot.
Is the fee the same for every specialisation?▾
Yes. The full fee is INR 8.61 Lakhs without hostel for all 11 specialisations. The cheapest hostel room with mess adds INR 1.23 Lakhs a year. Check the fee block above for the year-wise split before you plan a loan.
Can I get a scholarship for BBA at MAHE?▾
Yes, if you rank near the top on merit. The Scholar scholarship takes 20% off tuition for the top 12 students with 80% in Class 12. The Central Sector Scheme pays INR 12,000 a year if your family earns up to INR 4.5 Lakhs. Use the scholarship calculator above to check your case.
Do I get the fee back if I leave the seat?▾
Part of it, and less the later you leave. MAHE keeps a part of the fee after classes start and returns the caution deposit of INR 10,000. Read the MAHE refund rules on the fee page before you pay the first-year fee.
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The total course fee for the B.Sc Nursing course fee of MAHE is INR 5.90 lakhs. Students pursuing this course are required to pay an annual course fee of INR 1.55 lakhs in the first year and INR 1.45 lakhs for the next three years.
No, you are not eligible to apply for the Masters of Computer Applications (MCA) as the minimum eligibility set requires one to have a bachelor's degree in computer application or information technology from a recognized university.
To get lateral admission to the B.Tech course you must have a diploma degree in Engineering or a B.Sc degree with at least 45% marks in aggregate from a recognized institute. Along with that you must have taken Mathematics in Class XII. Since you have a B.Com degree, you are not eligible for admission.
Yes, you can pursue M. Des after your graduation in the B. Tech course. The eligibility criteria are you must have 50% marks in aggregate from a recognized university.
Can a PCM student apply for bsc forensic science?
Yes, a student who has completed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics and secured at least 55% marks in the aggregate can apply for admission to MAHE Manipal B.Sc. Forensic Science.
Yes, you can pursue M.Des program from this Institute as the eligibility criteria mentioned by the institute for admission is a B.Des degree with 50% Marks. Also, you don't need to appear for any entrance exam.