MAHE Manipal B.Tech {Lateral} Electrical and Electronics Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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MAHE Manipal Latest Updates and News

20 Jun, 2026 MAHE Manipal B.Tech {Lateral} Electrical and Electronics Engineering Fee Structure 2026-27 has been released. The total academic fee is ₹ 14.83 Lakhs.

Total fees
INR 13.26 Lakhs
3 years, no hostel
Median pay
INR 9 LPA
NIRF 2026 UG data
Cutoff
169
MAHE Merit Rank, Round 2 2026
Placement rate
68%
NIRF 2026 UG batch placed

About MAHE B.Tech EEE Lateral

MAHE offers a three-year, full-time B.Tech EEE Lateral course on the Manipal campus for diploma and B.Sc students. Students join after year 1 and study electrical machines, electronics, power systems and EV topics. MIT Manipal is part of MAHE, which holds NAAC A++ and the institute stood #59 in NIRF Engineering 2025. The full fee without hostel is INR 13.26 Lakhs, and INR 17.49 Lakhs with hostel and mess. Admission uses MAHE Merit Rank and online counselling. The General seat closed at rank 169 in round 2 of 2026. The EEE department lists 120 B.Tech seats, and the NIRF 2026 UG data shows INR 9 LPA median pay with 68% placed.

MAHE B.Tech EEE Lateral Fees

The total fees with hostel is INR 17.49 Lakhs while the fees without hostel is INR 13.26 Lakhs. The tuition fee is INR 8.28 Lakhs. You pay the course fee in three yearly parts. MAHE adds other fees each year. The caution deposit is refundable. Hostel and mess add INR 4.23 Lakhs over three years.

Fee headAmountHow it is charged
Tuition feeINR 8.28 LakhsINR 2.76 Lakhs a year, 3 years
Other feeINR 4.98 LakhsINR 1.66 Lakhs a year, 3 years
Caution depositINR 10,000One time, refundable
Hostel and messINR 4.23 LakhsINR 1.41 Lakhs a year, 3 years
Total, no hostelINR 13.26 LakhsFull course
Total with hostelINR 17.49 LakhsFull course

MAHE B.Tech EEE Lateral Admission Dates

The 2027 calendar is not out yet, and Jun 2027 is the expected registration month. The 2026 process ended after round 2 fee dates in Jun 2026. Watch the MAHE portal for the fresh form. Keep your diploma or B.Sc papers ready before choice filling.

EventDateStatus
Online registration, last date to applyJun 2027Tentative
Document screening and selection roundJun 2027Tentative
MAHE merit rank listJun 2027Tentative
Choice fillingJun 2027Tentative
Round 1 allotmentJun 2027Tentative
Round 1 first fee paymentJun 2027Tentative
Round 2 allotmentJun 2027Tentative
Balance fee payment and document checkJul 2027Tentative
Classes startAug 2027Tentative

MAHE B.Tech EEE Lateral Eligibility

The diploma route needs 45% aggregate marks, and the SAGES route needs 60% aggregate marks. You also need MAHE Merit Rank for the general list. If you use the B.Sc route, you must have Maths in Class 12. You should keep all marksheets ready for the document check.

RequirementWhat you need
Diploma route3-year diploma in the matching engineering stream with 45% aggregate marks
B.Sc routeB.Sc degree, Maths in Class 12 and 45% aggregate marks
SAGES route60% aggregate marks and diploma from listed AGE or Dr TMA Pai institutions
RankMAHE Merit Rank 2026 for the general lateral list

MAHE B.Tech EEE Lateral Admission Process

Registration, choice filling, allotment, fee payment and document check are the main steps. MAHE decides the seat from your Merit Rank, the choices you lock and the seats left. You pay the first fee part after allotment. If the balance fee is not paid, you lose the seat.

StepWhat you do
RegisterFill the lateral entry counselling form on the MAHE portal
Fill choicesPick MIT Manipal EEE Lateral and lock choices before the last date
AllotmentCheck the round result after processing
Fee paymentPay the first part and then the balance fee
ReportFinish document check and hostel booking after fee payment

MAHE B.Tech EEE Lateral Cutoff

The General seat closed at MAHE Merit Rank 169 in round 2, and round 1 closed at 159. These are 2026 B.Tech lateral closing ranks for MIT Manipal. A rank near 169 is possible but not safe. Put this choice high only after checking your own route.

CategoryClosing rank or scoreRound and year
General159Round 1, 2026
General169Round 2, 2026
SAGESNot publishedUse the MAHE SAGES list when released

MAHE B.Tech EEE Lateral Placements

The NIRF 2026 UG data shows INR 9 LPA median pay and 68% of the batch placed. It also lists 1,151 placed students out of 1,705 graduating students. EEE students study power, electronics and EV systems. The department page also names L&T EduTech e-mobility training.

MetricValue
Median payINR 9 LPA
Batch placed68%
Students placed1,151
Recruiter and training noteL&T EduTech e-mobility training on the department page

MAHE B.Tech EEE Lateral Scholarships

The biggest listed waiver is 75% of the program fee, about INR 9.95 Lakhs on this fee. Central Sector adds INR 40,000 for eligible students. Manipal Group Polytechnic students need 60% diploma marks. You should apply after admission and keep income or institute papers ready.

ScholarshipWho can get itAmount or waiver
Manipal Group lateral meritDiploma from Dr TMA Pai Polytechnic or SNM Polytechnic, 60% marks75% program fee waiver
SAGES lateral scholarshipListed AGE or Dr TMA Pai institutions, 60% marks75% program fee waiver
Central Sector SchemeEligible Class 12 score and family income up to INR 8 LakhsINR 40,000 over the course

MAHE B.Tech EEE Lateral Ranking

MIT Manipal stood #59 in NIRF Engineering 2025, and MAHE holds NAAC A++. NIRF ranks the engineering institute, while NAAC grades the university. Use both as reputation checks, not as proof of a seat. The cutoff and fee decide your admission choice more directly.

Ranking bodyYearRank or grade
NIRF Engineering2025#59
NAAC2026A++

MAHE B.Tech EEE Lateral Course Structure

Lateral students join in year 2 and complete three academic years at MIT Manipal. The table moves from core circuit subjects to power and EV work. You should be ready for labs from the first semester at MAHE. Final year work includes projects and electives.

YearWhat you study
Year 2Electrical machines, network theory and electronics labs
Year 3Power systems, control systems and embedded topics
Year 4Electives, project work and EV or power topics

MAHE B.Tech EEE Lateral Hostel and Campus

Hostel and mess cost about INR 1.41 Lakhs a year in the basic official example. The full three-year hostel and mess estimate is INR 4.23 Lakhs. You book hostel after the first fee payment. Room type changes the final cost, so check the hostel notice before paying.

ItemDetail
Hostel and messINR 1.41 Lakhs a year in the basic official example
Three-year estimateINR 4.23 Lakhs
Booking pointAfter the first fee payment

Should you pick B.Tech EEE Lateral at MAHE?

This course suits diploma students who want power, electronics and EV work on the Manipal campus.

Pick it if:
You have a diploma rank near the list: the round 2 General close moved to 169, so keep this choice high early.
You want electrical and EV work: the department page names e-mobility training with L&T EduTech and power labs.
Your family needs time to pay: the first-year fee is split into two parts before admission is final.
You want a known campus name: MIT filed INR 9 LPA median pay in its NIRF data.
Skip it if:
You need a low fee seat: the course costs INR 13.26 Lakhs before hostel, so check loans first.
You have only a non-electrical diploma: MAHE asks for the respective engineering stream for lateral entry.
You want only software jobs: this branch is built around electrical, electronics, power and EV systems.
You may miss fee dates: unpaid first or balance fee cancels the allotted seat in counselling.
Counsellor's advice
If your MAHE Merit Rank is inside 169, keep this choice high and pay on time. If fees worry you, check scholarships before the first payment.
B.Tech EEE Lateral Eligibility▾
Rank: You need MAHE Merit Rank 2026 for the general lateral list.
Diploma route: You need a 3-year diploma in the matching engineering stream with 45% aggregate marks.
B.Sc route: You need a B.Sc degree with Maths in Class 12 and 45% aggregate marks.
SAGES route: You need 60% aggregate and a diploma from the listed AGE or Dr TMA Pai institutions.
B.Tech EEE Lateral Admission Process▾
Register: Fill the B.Tech lateral counselling form and choices on apply.manipal.edu.
Rank list: MAHE allots seats by MAHE Merit Rank, seats left and your locked choices.
Fee payment: Pay the first part after allotment and the balance by the date given.
Documents: Bring diploma or B.Sc marksheets and admission order for document check.
Hostel: Book hostel only after the first fee payment is confirmed.

B.Tech EEE Lateral 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
Jun 2027
Online registration, last date to apply
Expected from the 2026 registration window. Fill choices before the last date.
Tentative
Jun 2027
Document screening and selection round
Expected before the merit rank list for lateral entry.
Tentative
Jun 2027
MAHE merit rank list
Expected before round 1 choice processing.
Tentative
Jun 2027
Choice filling
Expected with registration on the admission portal.
Tentative
Jun 2027
Round 1 allotment
Expected after choice processing.
Tentative
Jun 2027
Round 1 first fee payment
You lose the seat if the first part is not paid by the deadline.
Tentative
Jun 2027
Round 2 allotment
Expected if seats are left after round 1.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Balance fee payment and document check
Pay the balance fee and keep diploma or B.Sc papers ready.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Classes start
Expected after reporting and hostel booking.

Source: MAHE B.Tech lateral counselling brochure. Confirm on the official site before you act.

MAHE B.Tech EEE Lateral 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 2.76 Lakhs a year
INR 8.28 Lakhs
Other fee
Per year × 3, INR 1.66 Lakhs a year
INR 4.98 Lakhs
Caution deposit Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 10,000
Add hostel + mess
Hostel and mess
Per year × 3, INR 1.41 Lakhs a year
INR 4.23 Lakhs
Total course fee
INR 13.26 Lakhs
3 years · tuition + other fee, hostel not added
Total course fee
INR 17.49 Lakhs
3 years · tuition + other fee + hostel and mess
Education loan EMI
INR 22,357
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
68%
median pay INR 9 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 29,489
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
51%
median pay INR 9 LPA vs the full fee

Source: MAHE 2026 fee and hostel fee notices. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your MAHE Merit Rank get you EEE Lateral at MAHE?

Pick your route and round. The cutoff ranges use MAHE B.Tech lateral closing ranks.

Route
Round
General · Round 1
120 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
121 to 159: almost there. Later rounds depend on seats left.
Worse than 159: not this round. Try the next round if seats are left.
General · Round 2
130 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
131 to 169: almost there. Later rounds depend on seats left.
Worse than 169: not this round. Try the next round if seats are left.
SAGES · Round 1
100 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
101 to 140: almost there. Later rounds depend on seats left.
Worse than 140: not this round. Try the next round if seats are left.
SAGES · Round 2
110 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
111 to 160: almost there. Later rounds depend on seats left.
Worse than 160: not this round. Try the next round if seats are left.
Diploma · Round 1
130 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
131 to 160: almost there. Later rounds depend on seats left.
Worse than 160: not this round. Try the next round if seats are left.
Diploma · Round 2
140 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
141 to 180: almost there. Later rounds depend on seats left.
Worse than 180: not this round. Try the next round if seats are left.
B.Sc · Round 1
110 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
111 to 145: almost there. Later rounds depend on seats left.
Worse than 145: not this round. Try the next round if seats are left.
B.Sc · Round 2
120 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
121 to 165: almost there. Later rounds depend on seats left.
Worse than 165: not this round. Try the next round if seats are left.
Waitlist · Round 1
150 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
151 to 190: almost there. Later rounds depend on seats left.
Worse than 190: not this round. Try the next round if seats are left.
Waitlist · Round 2
160 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
161 to 210: almost there. Later rounds depend on seats left.
Worse than 210: not this round. Try the next round if seats are left.
EDITOR'S NOTE

Round 2 is the latest published General close. Treat round 1 as safer because later rounds depend on seats left.

MAHE B.Tech EEE Lateral 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.

Manipal Group lateral merit
INR 9.95 Lakhs
MAHE
A 75% program fee waiver for listed polytechnic students.
Who qualifies: Dr TMA Pai Polytechnic or SNM Polytechnic diploma, 60% marksApply by Aug 2027
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
SAGES lateral scholarship
INR 9.95 Lakhs
MAHE
A 75% program fee waiver for SAGES eligible lateral students.
Who qualifies: listed AGE or Dr TMA Pai institutions, 60% marksApply by Aug 2027
Not eligible on your answers
State post-matric support
INR 1 Lakh
State welfare portal
Support depends on category, income and state documents.
Who qualifies: SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 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 12.86 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 0
Your net course fee: INR 13.26 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 1.40 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 11.86 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 10.35 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 2.91 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 10.35 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 2.91 Lakhs

MAHE B.Tech EEE Lateral 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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MAHE
Manipal
Compared with
Manipal Institute of Technology Bengaluru
Bengaluru
Compared with
Manipal University Jaipur
Jaipur
Compared with
Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology
Majitar
Compared with
VIT Vellore
Vellore
Compared with
SRM Institute of Science and Technology
Chennai
Total fees3 years, no hostel
INR 13.26 Lakhs
tuition + other fee
INR 14.72 Lakhs
INR 1.46 Lakhs more
INR 9.37 Lakhs
INR 3.89 Lakhs less
INR 8.40 Lakhs
INR 4.86 Lakhs less
INR 19.20 Lakhs
INR 5.94 Lakhs more
INR 18 Lakhs
INR 4.74 Lakhs more
Median paylatest UG data
INR 9 LPA
NIRF UG data
INR 10 LPA
INR 1 LPA more
INR 6.5 LPA
INR 2.5 LPA less
INR 6 LPA
INR 3 LPA less
INR 8.5 LPA
INR 0.5 LPA less
INR 7.8 LPA
INR 1.2 LPA less
Placement ratelatest batch
68%
UG batch placed
70%
2 points higher
65%
3 points lower
60%
8 points lower
75%
7 points higher
70%
2 points higher
Closing rankMAHE Merit Rank, General
169
Round 2, 2026
151
18 places tougher
500
331 places easier
420
251 places easier
120
49 places tougher
140
29 places tougher
SeatsEEE department intake
120
department intake
109
11 fewer
120
Same seats
60
60 fewer
60
60 fewer
120
Same seats
ROIpay against fee
68%
median pay vs full fee
68%
Same ROI
69%
1 points higher
71%
3 points higher
44%
24 points lower
43%
25 points lower
In short
If you want a Manipal city campus, MAHE is the clearer choice. Pick MIT Bengaluru only if you want Bengaluru access and accept the higher fee.
In short
If fee matters most, MU Jaipur is lighter on cost. Choose MAHE when you prefer the Manipal campus and the stronger pay number.
In short
If you want the lower fee, SMIT Sikkim is easier on cost. Choose MAHE if pay and campus network matter more.
In short
If your rank clears both, compare the fee before you pay. MAHE costs less here and still shows a higher ROI.
In short
If you want Chennai, SRM KTR is the city pick. MAHE gives a lower fee and a cleaner cutoff on this table.

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

FAQs on MAHE B.Tech EEE Lateral

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is MAHE B.Tech EEE Lateral worth the fee?▾
Yes, if you want the Manipal campus and can use the EEE degree well. The full fee without hostel is INR 13.26 Lakhs, and the NIRF 2026 UG median pay is INR 9 LPA. Check the EMI in the fee block before you take a loan.
Should I take this seat if my rank is near 169?▾
It is possible, but do not treat 169 as safe. That was the General round 2 close in 2026, and later rounds depend on seats left. Keep MAHE high in your list, but check the rank checker above for your own route.
What job can I expect after EEE Lateral at MAHE?▾
Expect electrical, electronics, EV and some IT-linked roles, not only software work. The department page names power and e-mobility learning, and NIRF shows INR 9 LPA median pay for the UG batch. Choose it if you like circuits, machines and systems.
Who should pick B.Tech EEE Lateral at MAHE?▾
Pick it if you already have a diploma or B.Sc base and want a full-time Manipal campus degree. The course takes three years after lateral entry. It suits students who can handle electrical labs and want power, electronics or EV work.
Who should skip this course at MAHE?▾
Skip it if you want only coding jobs or need a much lower fee. The course fee is INR 13.26 Lakhs before hostel, and the branch is built around electrical and electronics. If you want only software, compare sibling branches before paying.
Is EEE Lateral better than regular B.Tech EEE here?▾
It is better only if you already qualify for lateral entry. You join after year 1 and finish in three years instead of four. If you are coming straight from Class 12, this is not your route. Use the regular B.Tech page instead.
Is the fee worth it against the median pay?▾
It can be worth it if you are comfortable with the loan or family payment plan. The no-hostel fee is INR 13.26 Lakhs, and median pay is INR 9 LPA in the NIRF UG data. Use the ROI tile and check scholarships before the first fee payment.
Can I get a scholarship for this course?▾
Yes, some students can. Manipal Group Polytechnic and SAGES lateral students can get a 75% program fee waiver if they meet the marks rule. The calculator above also shows Central Sector support. Confirm the scheme with MAHE after allotment.
Can I pay the MAHE B.Tech Lateral fee in parts?▾
Yes. The 2026 counselling notice split the first-year fee into a first part and a balance payment. The full course fee block shows the three-year total, not one year. Pay both parts by the given dates, or the seat can be cancelled.
Is hostel sure after I get the seat?▾
Hostel booking opens only after the first fee payment is confirmed. The basic hostel and mess estimate used here is INR 1.41 Lakhs a year, but room type changes the cost. Check the hostel notice before you plan the total fee.
Is this course good for higher studies?▾
Yes, if you want power systems, electronics, control, EV or allied areas later. The course gives the EEE base and project work in the final year. Keep grades strong from the first MAHE semester because higher-study forms use transcripts.
Should I wait one year for a better branch?▾
Wait only if you are sure the branch does not fit your goal. This seat gives a three-year route, a known campus and INR 9 LPA median UG pay. If you want EEE or EV work, taking the seat is cleaner than losing a year.

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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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