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MAHE Manipal B.Tech {Lateral} Industrial & Production Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility
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20 Jun, 2026 MAHE Manipal B.Tech {Lateral} Industrial & Production Engineering Fee Structure 2026-27 has been released. The total academic fee is ₹ 11.02 Lakhs.
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About MAHE B.Tech Lateral IPE
MAHE offers a three-year, full-time B.Tech lateral entry course in Industrial and Production Engineering at MIT Manipal. Students join in year 2 and study six semesters on campus. The department now teaches the course as Industrial Engineering, with supply chain, quality, automation, data and operations topics. MIT Manipal is ranked #59 in NIRF Engineering 2025 and MAHE has a NAAC A++ grade. The full fee without hostel is INR 10.23 Lakhs. Admission is through MAHE's merit list from qualifying marks, not an entrance exam. The Round 2 closing merit rank was 173 in 2026. The NIRF median pay was INR 8.5 LPA, 65% of the UG batch was placed and the approved UG intake was 2,400.
MAHE B.Tech Lateral IPE Fees
The full course costs INR 10.23 Lakhs without hostel and INR 12.09 Lakhs with mess added. The tuition fee is INR 6.33 Lakhs. You pay the fee in yearly parts across three years. MAHE also lists a refundable caution deposit. The mess advance adds INR 1.86 Lakhs over three years if you use campus dining.
| Fee head | Amount | How it is charged |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | INR 6.33 Lakhs | INR 2.11 Lakhs a year, 3 years |
| Other fee | INR 3.90 Lakhs | INR 1.30 Lakhs a year, 3 years |
| Caution deposit | INR 10,000 | One time, refundable |
| Mess advance | INR 1.86 Lakhs | INR 62,000 a year, 3 years |
| Total, no hostel | INR 10.23 Lakhs | Full course |
| Total with hostel | INR 12.09 Lakhs | Full course |
MAHE B.Tech Lateral IPE Admission Dates
Apr 2027 is the expected last date to apply, and Jul 2027 is when classes are expected to start. The 2027 dates below are estimates based on the 2026 cycle, and every row is marked Tentative. Keep your diploma marksheet and the fee receipt ready because MAHE removes a seat if the balance fee is not paid.
| Event | Date | Status |
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| Application form, last date to apply | Apr 2027 | Tentative |
| Merit list selection round | Apr 2027 | Tentative |
| Merit list result and rank | May 2027 | Tentative |
| Online counselling choice filling | Jun 2027 | Tentative |
| Round allotments | Jun 2027 | Tentative |
| First fee part payment | Jun 2027 | Tentative |
| Physical reporting and document check | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Classes start | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
MAHE B.Tech Lateral IPE Eligibility
You need a 3-year diploma or a BSc degree with Mathematics in Class 12, and the minimum mark is 45%. Diploma students need the relevant engineering stream. You apply online and MAHE checks the marks before making the merit list.
| Requirement | What you need |
|---|---|
| Diploma route | 3-year diploma in the relevant engineering stream |
| BSc route | BSc degree with Mathematics in Class 12 |
| Minimum marks | 45% aggregate marks |
| Entrance exam | No entrance test for this lateral entry route |
MAHE B.Tech Lateral IPE Admission Process
MAHE starts with the online form and then makes a merit list from your qualifying marks. You upload documents, wait for the provisional admission notice and pay the fee by the given last date. If you miss the balance fee date, you lose the seat.
| Step | What you do |
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| 1. Apply online | Fill the B.Tech lateral entry form on the MAHE admission portal |
| 2. Upload marks | Give diploma or BSc marks and the needed papers |
| 3. Check merit list | MAHE lists students by qualifying marks |
| 4. Pay fee | Pay the first fee part and then the balance fee |
| 5. Report | Bring original papers for document check |
MAHE B.Tech Lateral IPE Cutoff
The published General closing merit rank was 173 in Round 2 of 2026. A rank of 140 or better is the safer range for this course. The number comes from MAHE online counselling, so use it as a guide and check the fresh list before choice filling.
| Category | Closing rank or score | Round and year |
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| General | 173 | Round 2, 2026 |
| Safer range | 140 or better | Guide range from 2026 close |
| Almost range | 141 to 173 | Use the checker below |
MAHE B.Tech Lateral IPE Placements
The NIRF UG 4-year data shows 65% placed and a median pay of INR 8.5 LPA. The department names system engineering, data, quality, supply chain, operations and safety roles. Core and IT firms, finance, healthcare and business teams can hire from this branch.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median pay | INR 8.5 LPA |
| Batch placed | 65% |
| Students placed | 1,140 of 1,755 UG students |
| Roles | System, data, quality, supply chain and operations roles |
| Sectors | Core, IT, finance, business and healthcare |
MAHE B.Tech Lateral IPE Scholarships
The listed schemes can cut the fee by INR 40,000 to INR 2 Lakhs over the course. AICTE TFW can waive tuition for eligible low-income students, while the Manipal group lateral-entry scholarship supports polytechnic students from the group. You need income or institute papers where the scheme asks for them.
| Scholarship | Who can get it | Amount or waiver |
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| Central Sector Scheme | Any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year | INR 40,000 over the course |
| AICTE TFW | Family income below INR 8 Lakhs a year | Tuition fee waiver where allotted |
| Manipal group lateral-entry scholarship | Manipal group polytechnic students with 60% marks | INR 1 Lakh over the course |
| Girl student merit scholarship | Meritorious girl students joining MIT Manipal | INR 1.50 Lakhs over the course |
MAHE B.Tech Lateral IPE Ranking
MIT Manipal stands #59 in NIRF Engineering 2025 and MAHE has a NAAC A++ grade. NIRF uses data filed by the institute. NAAC checks the university on teaching, research, student support and other campus systems.
| Ranking body | Year | Rank or grade |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF Engineering | 2025 | #59 |
| NIRF University | 2025 | #3 |
| NAAC | 2024 | A++ |
MAHE B.Tech Lateral IPE Course Structure
Students join in year 2 and study six semesters. The table covers operations, quality, automation, analytics and the final project. You should be ready for shop-floor systems and data work together.
| Year | What you study |
|---|---|
| Year 2 | Operations research, production systems and quality tools |
| Year 3 | Automation, robotics, supply chain and data analytics |
| Year 4 | Lean, Six Sigma, simulation and the final project |
MAHE B.Tech Lateral IPE Hostel and Campus
The campus is in Manipal, and the mess advance listed for the MIT campus is INR 62,000 a year. Hostel rooms are handled by the campus housing office. You should confirm the room category before paying because the fee changes by room type.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Campus | Manipal campus in Karnataka |
| Mess advance | INR 62,000 a year |
| Room allotment | Handled by campus housing office |
| Check before paying | Room type and hostel fee |
Should you pick B.Tech Lateral IPE at MAHE?
This course suits diploma students who want operations, quality, supply chain and data roles.
B.Tech Lateral IPE Eligibility▾
B.Tech Lateral IPE Admission Process▾
B.Tech Lateral IPE 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.
Source: MAHE admission dates and counseling brochure. Confirm on the official site before you act.
MAHE B.Tech Lateral IPE Fees 2027
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This is the full 3-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add mess cost.
Source: MAHE fee structure. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Will your merit rank get you IPE at MAHE?
Pick your group. The cutoff ranges use the published MAHE closing merit rank.
The published Round 2 close was 173. Treat 140 or better as safer until MAHE publishes the fresh list.
MAHE B.Tech Lateral IPE Scholarship Calculator
Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾
Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.
MAHE B.Tech Lateral IPE 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.
Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.
FAQs on MAHE B.Tech Lateral IPE
Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.
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MAHE Manipal: 2 Answered Questions
Where should I pursue my Computer Science course, Thapar University or Manipal University?
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.
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Average CTC |
7.2 LPA |
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Highest CTC |
22.38 LPA |
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Total no of offers made |
781 |
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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?
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
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Manipal University, Manipal:
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Completed his/ her 10+2 grade or equivalent from a recognized board With Physics, Mathematics, and English as the compulsory subjects with 50% marks.
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The candidate taking admission should also qualify the Manipal Entrance Test (MET)- 2020.
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3.35 Lakhs is the total fee for the CSE course in the 1st year.
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VIT Vellore:
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The candidate must have completed 10+2 with PCM or PCB as the subjects.
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Minimum 60% marks should be obtained by the aspirant in 10+2.
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The selections are done on the basis of counseling and marks obtained in the entrance texts i.e., VITEEE.
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The total course fee for ECE in VIT is 1.98 Lakhs.
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Placements
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Manipal University, Manipal:
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6.2 Lakhs was the median salary offered to CSE students in the University.
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Top recruiting companies in Manipal are Forbes Marshall, Mercedes Benz, Hyundai, Cipla, Hero Moto Corp, Maruti Suzuki, INFOYSIS, Intel, etc.
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VIT Vellore:
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713+ companies visited the campus with a total of 705 dream offers.
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The highest package offered was 41.60 LPA and 6.05 LPA was the average salary offered.
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Microsoft, Philips, HP, TCS, Wipro, Intel, Bank of America, Infosys, Deloitte, and Bosch among many others are top recruiters of the University.
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Campus
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Manipal University, Manipal:
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The campus is about 313 acres in the area.
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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.
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VIT Vellore:
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The campus size is about 250 acres.
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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.
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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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