Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) teaches B.Tech Mechanical Engineering as a four-year, full-time course at Manipal Institute of Technology in Manipal, Karnataka. The course has eight semesters, with labs for CAD, CAM and CNC machining. MAHE holds NAAC A++, is an Institution of Eminence and stands #59 in NIRF engineering 2025. The full fee without hostel is INR 17.92 Lakhs for the 2026 batch, and INR 22.72 Lakhs with hostel and mess. You get a seat through the Manipal Entrance Test (MET) or a JEE Main rank, in MAHE's own online counselling. The last round in 2026 closed at MET rank 14,179. The 2024 graduates had a median pay of INR 8.5 LPA, and 65% of them were placed.
MAHE Manipal B.Tech Mechanical Fees
The total fees with hostel is INR 22.72 Lakhs while the fees without hostel is INR 17.92 Lakhs. The tuition fee is INR 11.08 Lakhs of that. You pay the fee in four yearly parts, one at the start of each year. MAHE fixes the fee, and these are the 2026 batch figures. The caution deposit of INR 10,000 comes back when you leave.
Fee head
Amount
How it is charged
Tuition fee
INR 11.08 Lakhs
INR 2.77 Lakhs a year, 4 years
Other program fee
INR 6.84 Lakhs
INR 1.71 Lakhs a year, 4 years
Caution deposit
INR 10,000
One time, refundable
Hostel and mess
INR 4.80 Lakhs
INR 1.20 Lakhs a year, 4 years, triple non-AC room
Total, no hostel
INR 17.92 Lakhs
Full course
Total with hostel
INR 22.72 Lakhs
Full course
MAHE Manipal B.Tech Mechanical Admission Dates
The 2026 batch began with orientation from 15 to 17 Jul 2026. MET registration for the 2027 batch is expected to open in Oct 2026, and classes are expected in Jul 2027. The dates below are estimates based on 2026. MAHE sets every date, so check its admissions site before you apply.
Event
Date
Status
MET registration opens
Oct 2026
Tentative
MET phase 1, last date to apply
Mar 2027
Tentative
MET phase 1 exam
Apr 2027
Tentative
MET phase 2 exam
May 2027
Tentative
MET result and rank list
May 2027
Tentative
Counselling round 1 and seat allotment
Jun 2027
Tentative
First year fee payment, last date
Jun 2027
Tentative
Later rounds and spot round
Jul 2027
Tentative
Reporting and document check
Jul 2027
Tentative
Orientation and classes start
Jul 2027
Tentative
MAHE Manipal B.Tech Mechanical Eligibility
You need 50% in Physics, Maths and your optional subject in Class 12. Physics, Maths and English are compulsory, and the optional subject can be Chemistry, Biology or Biotechnology. You also need a MET rank or a JEE Main rank. If you score below 50%, you cannot take the seat.
Requirement
What you need
Class 12 subjects
Physics, Maths and English, plus Chemistry, Biology or Biotechnology
Class 12 marks
50% in Physics, Maths and the optional subject
Exam
MET rank, or a JEE Main CRL for the JEE seats
Merit list
MET score and Class 12 marks, 50% weight each
MAHE Manipal B.Tech Mechanical Admission Process
You write MET, get your rank and then choose Mechanical in MAHE's online counselling. MAHE allots the seat on your rank. You then pay the first year fee by the date given. If you miss that date, you lose the seat.
Step
What you do
1. Apply for MET
Fill the form on the MAHE admissions site
2. Write MET
Book a slot and write the test in phase 1 or phase 2
3. Get your rank
The MET rank list decides your turn in counselling
4. Join counselling
Choose Mechanical online and accept the seat
5. Pay and report
Pay the first year fee, then report with your original documents
MAHE Manipal B.Tech Mechanical Cutoff
The Mechanical seat closed at MET rank 14,179 in 2026 and at 19,258 in 2025. These are the last round closing ranks in MAHE's counselling. The closing rank went lower every year since 2023, so it got tougher.
Year
MET closing rank
Round
2026
14,179
Last round
2025
19,258
Round 3
2024
23,389
Last round
2023
47,184
Last round
MAHE Manipal B.Tech Mechanical Placements
The 2024 graduates had a median pay of INR 8.5 LPA, and 1,140 of 1,755 were placed, which is 65%. These are institute figures for all B.Tech branches, from the NIRF 2025 data. For Mechanical, Bosch, Tata Motors, Mahindra, L&T and Daimler India hire from this campus.
Metric
Value
Median pay, 2024 graduates
INR 8.5 LPA
Median pay, 2023 graduates
INR 8.88 LPA
Median pay, 2022 graduates
INR 8 LPA
Graduates placed, 2024
1,140 of 1,755, which is 65%
Higher studies, 2024
288 graduates, which is 16%
Mechanical recruiters
Bosch, Tata Motors, Mahindra and Mahindra, L&T, Daimler India, Dyson
MAHE Manipal B.Tech Mechanical Scholarships
The MAHE schemes cut the fee by INR 3.58 Lakhs to INR 17.52 Lakhs over the course. The Freeship gives the most, for MET ranks 1 to 100. You can hold only one scholarship at a time. Girls in Mechanical get 30% off the program fee if they scored 60% in Class 12.
Scholarship
Who can get it
Amount or waiver
Freeship
MET rank 1 to 100, or JEE Main CRL 1 to 3,000
INR 17.52 Lakhs over the course
Scholar
MET rank 101 to 5,000
INR 3.58 Lakhs over the course
Girl students scholarship
Girls in Mechanical with 60%% in Class 12, CGPA 7 or more to keep it
INR 5.38 Lakhs over the course
AICTE tuition fee waiver
Family income below INR 8 Lakhs a year
INR 11.08 Lakhs over the course
MAHE Manipal B.Tech Mechanical Ranking
MAHE stands #3 among universities in NIRF 2025, and its Manipal Institute of Technology stands #59 in NIRF engineering 2025. NAAC gave MAHE an A++ grade. The government named MAHE an Institution of Eminence in 2020. NIRF ranks on data the institute files every year.
Ranking body
Year
Rank or grade
NIRF University
2025
#3
NIRF Engineering
2025
#59
NAAC
Latest cycle
A++
Institution of Eminence
2020
Granted
MAHE Manipal B.Tech Mechanical Course Structure
The course has eight semesters, and you can add a minor and a semester abroad to it. A minor is a set of extra subjects in Product Design, Material Science, Thermal Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Business Management. A 2+2 dual degree with a university in Australia is also offered.
Option
What it gives you
Minor
Product Design, Material Science, Thermal Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Business Management
Semester abroad
One semester at a partner university
Dual degree (2+2)
Two years in Manipal and two years in Australia
Labs
3D modelling, ANSYS analysis software and CNC machines
MAHE Manipal B.Tech Mechanical Hostel and Campus
A triple non-AC room costs INR 58,000 a year and the mess costs INR 62,000 a year. First-year students get shared rooms only, with no single rooms. The mess is compulsory for first-years who live in the hostel. You pick your room online on the hostel portal after admission.
Item
Detail
Triple room, common bath, non-AC
INR 58,000 a year
Double room, attached bath, AC
INR 1.05 Lakhs a year
Mess
INR 62,000 a year, compulsory in year 1
Single room
Not given to first-year students
Room booking
Online on the hostel portal after admission
Should you pick B.Tech Mechanical at MAHE Manipal?
This course suits students who want a core engineering job and can live in a small university town for four years.
Pick it if:
You want a core engineering job: Bosch, Tata Motors, Mahindra and L&T hire Mechanical students from this campus.
You are a girl with 60% in Class 12: MAHE takes 30% off the program fee, and you keep it with a CGPA of 7.
You want a second skill with Mechanical: you can add a minor in Product Design, Industrial Engineering or Business Management.
You also have a JEE Main rank: MAHE gives some seats on JEE Main ranks, so apply through both routes for two chances.
Skip it if:
You are counting on last year's closing rank: it got tougher every year since 2023, so a rank near 19,258 is not safe now.
You pay the fee yourself: at a median pay of INR 8.5 LPA, the INR 17.92 Lakhs fee takes about two years to pay back.
You want internships you find on your own: Manipal is a small university town, so most internships and jobs come through the placement cell.
You want a single room in the first year: first-year students get shared rooms only, and the mess is compulsory in the hostel.
Counsellor's advice
If you are a girl with 60% in Class 12, take this seat and claim the 30% scholarship. If you pay the full fee yourself, check the loan EMI before you pay the first year fee.
B.Tech Mechanical Eligibility▾
Class 12 subjects: Physics, Maths and English, plus Chemistry, Biology or Biotechnology.
Class 12 marks: At least 50% in Physics, Maths and the optional subject together.
Exam needed: A MET rank. Some seats also take a JEE Main CRL (your main rank).
Merit list: Your MET score and your Class 12 marks count equally.
B.Tech Mechanical Admission Process▾
Apply for MET: Fill the MET form online on the MAHE admissions site.
Write MET: A computer-based test in two phases, in April and May.
Join counselling: MAHE holds its own online counselling on your MET rank.
Pay the fee: Pay the first year fee by the date given, or you lose the seat.
Report on campus: Bring your original documents for the document check.
B.Tech Mechanical Admission Dates 2027
▾
The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026. A date marked Confirmed is official.
Tentative
Oct 2026
MET registration opens
Expected in the same month as last year. Apply early to book a good test slot.
Tentative
Mar 2027
MET phase 1, last date to apply
Apply before this month to write phase 1.
Tentative
Apr 2027
MET phase 1 exam
A computer-based test. You book your own slot.
Tentative
May 2027
MET phase 2 exam
Phase 2 gives you a second chance to write MET.
Tentative
May 2027
MET result and rank list
Your rank decides your turn in counselling.
Tentative
Jun 2027
Counselling round 1 and seat allotment
You choose your branch online on your rank.
Tentative
Jun 2027
First year fee payment, last date
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by the date given.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Later rounds and spot round
Only if seats are left after the regular rounds.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Reporting and document check
Bring your original mark sheets and the allotment letter.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Orientation and classes start
The 2026 batch had orientation from 15 to 17 Jul 2026.
Source: MAHE admissions site and the MET 2026 schedule. Confirm on the official site before you act.
MAHE Manipal B.Tech Mechanical Fees 2027
▾
This is the full 4-year cost for the 2026 batch, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and mess.
Tuition fee
Per year × 4, INR 2.77 Lakhs a year
INR 11.08 Lakhs
Other program fee
Per year × 4, INR 1.71 Lakhs a year
INR 6.84 Lakhs
Caution deposit Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 10,000
Add hostel + mess
Hostel and mess
Per year × 4, INR 1.20 Lakhs a year, triple non-AC room, year 1 rate
INR 4.80 Lakhs
Total course fee
INR 17.92 Lakhs
4 years · tuition + other program fee, hostel not added
Total course fee
INR 22.72 Lakhs
4 years · tuition + other program fee + hostel and mess
Education loan EMI
INR 30,214
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
47%
median pay INR 8.5 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 38,307
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
37%
median pay INR 8.5 LPA vs the full fee
Source: MAHE fee sheet 2026-27 and hostel fee schedule. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Will your MET rank get you Mechanical at MAHE Manipal?
Pick a year to see where the Mechanical seat closed. The cutoff ranges are MET closing ranks from MAHE counselling.
MET year
2026, last round
14,179 or better: yes, this rank got a Mechanical seat in 2026.
14,180 to 19,258: almost there. Ranks like this got in during 2025, so stay in every round.
Worse than 19,258: not likely this year. Keep a safer college above it.
2025, rounds 1 to 3
17,037 or better: yes, this rank got a seat in the first round.
17,038 to 19,258: almost there. These ranks got in during the later rounds.
Worse than 19,258: not in 2025. Keep a safer college above it.
2024, last round
23,389 or better: yes, this rank got a seat by the last round.
23,390 to 47,184: this got in during 2023 but not in 2024.
Worse than 47,184: not in either year. Keep a safer college above it.
EDITOR'S NOTE
The 2026 close is the number to plan with. The close got tougher every year since 2023, so do not plan on older ranks.
Answer two questions to see what you can claim. You can hold only one MAHE scholarship, so the result shows the biggest one.
Your MET rank
You and your family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾
Each card below says who qualifies. You can hold only one MAHE scholarship, so a smaller one you qualify for also sits here.
Freeship
INR 17.52 Lakhs
MAHE
The full program fee is waived; you still pay INR 10,000 a year.
Who qualifies: MET rank 1 to 100, 80% in Class 12Apply after admission on the MAHE form
Not eligible on your answers
AICTE tuition fee waiver
INR 11.08 Lakhs
AICTE, through MAHE
The tuition fee is waived every year you pass all subjects.
Who qualifies: family income below INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply when MAHE writes to MET rank holders
Not eligible on your answers
Girl students scholarship
INR 5.38 Lakhs
MAHE
30% off the program fee each year you keep a CGPA of 7.
Who qualifies: girls in Mechanical, 60% in Class 12Apply after admission on the MAHE form
Not eligible on your answers
Scholar
INR 3.58 Lakhs
MAHE
20% off the course fee each year you keep a CGPA of 8.
Who qualifies: MET rank 101 to 5,000, 80% in Class 12Apply after admission on the MAHE form
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 11.08 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 6.84 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 0
Your net course fee: INR 17.92 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 5.38 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 12.54 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 3.58 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 14.34 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 17.52 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 40,000
MAHE Manipal B.Tech Mechanical vs similar colleges
Tap a college to see it next to MAHE Manipal. The cream box marks the better number in each row: higher pay, more students placed, a better rank.
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Manipal Academy of Higher Education
Manipal
Compared with
Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology
Patiala
Compared with
Vellore Institute of Technology
Vellore
Compared with
SRM Institute of Science and Technology
Chennai
Compared with
Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology
Bhubaneswar
Total fees4 years, no hostel
INR 17.92 Lakhs
2026 batch
Not published
Not published
Not published
Not published
Median pay2024 graduates, NIRF
INR 8.5 LPA
all branches
INR 10 LPA
INR 1.5 LPA more
INR 9 LPA
INR 0.5 LPA more
INR 6.2 LPA
INR 2.3 LPA less
INR 7.4 LPA
INR 1.1 LPA less
Placement rategraduates placed, NIRF
65%
1,140 of 1,755
82%
17 points higher
68%
3 points higher
92%
27 points higher
35%
30 points lower
Higher studiesgraduates who went on to study
16%
288 graduates
7%
9 points lower
21%
5 points higher
5%
11 points lower
2%
14 points lower
NIRF engineering rank2025
#59
2025
#29
30 places higher
#16
43 places higher
#14
45 places higher
#36
23 places higher
In short
Thapar placed more of its graduates at a higher median pay. If the placement record matters most, take Thapar; if you want the minors or a girls' scholarship, take MAHE Manipal.
In short
VIT Vellore ranks higher and sends more graduates to higher studies. If you plan a master's degree, VIT Vellore is the stronger pick; if a Mechanical seat at MAHE Manipal comes first, take it.
In short
SRM places a bigger share of its graduates, but its median pay is lower. If pay matters more than getting any offer, put MAHE Manipal above SRM in your list.
In short
KIIT placed about a third of its graduates, at a lower median pay. If you get a Mechanical seat at MAHE Manipal, take it and keep KIIT only as a backup.
Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.
FAQs on MAHE Manipal B.Tech Mechanical
Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.
Is B.Tech Mechanical at MAHE Manipal worth the fee?▾
It is worth it if you want a core engineering job and can pay without strain. The fee without hostel is INR 17.92 Lakhs and the 2024 median pay was INR 8.5 LPA, so the fee takes about two years of pay to cover. If you need a loan, check the EMI tile in the fee block before you decide.
What jobs will I get after Mechanical at MAHE Manipal?▾
Most core offers come from automobile and engineering companies. Bosch, Tata Motors, Mahindra, L&T and Daimler India hire Mechanical students from this campus. Across all branches, 65% of the 2024 graduates were placed at a median pay of INR 8.5 LPA. Join the placement training from year 3 so you are ready when companies come.
Should I take this seat if my MET rank is close to the cutoff?▾
Yes, take it in the round it comes. The seat closed at MET rank 14,179 in 2026, tougher than 19,258 in 2025. If your rank is near 14,179, do not wait for a later round, because the close has got tougher every year since 2023.
Who should not take Mechanical at MAHE Manipal?▾
Skip it if you need a single room in the first year or want to find big-city internships on your own. First-year students get shared rooms only, and Manipal is a small university town. Also skip it if the INR 17.92 Lakhs fee needs a loan you cannot repay on a starting salary.
Is Mechanical or Computer Science better for me at MAHE Manipal?▾
Pick Mechanical if you like machines, design and factory work, and Computer Science if you want software jobs. A girl in Mechanical can also get 30% off the program fee, and Computer Science does not have this scholarship. Choose on the work you want to do for years, not on the branch name.
Is this course good for higher studies?▾
Yes, it can be. In the NIRF data, 288 of the 2024 graduates went on to higher studies. A minor in Product Design or Thermal Engineering and the semester abroad help a master's application. Plan it by year 2 and ask the department about a project.
Should I wait a year to get a better MET rank?▾
Only if you are sure of a big jump. The Mechanical close got tougher every year, from 47,184 in 2023 to 14,179 in 2026, so a small gain may not be enough next year. If you clear the latest close now, take the seat.
Will I get placed if I am in the bottom half of the batch?▾
Most likely, but you may wait longer. In the NIRF data, 1,140 of 1,755 graduates in 2024 were placed, so about a third were not. Keep your CGPA high, clear every subject on time and join the placement training early.
How do I get admission to B.Tech Mechanical at MAHE Manipal?▾
Apply for MET on the MAHE admissions site and write the test in April or May. Then join MAHE's online counselling and choose Mechanical. When a seat is allotted, pay the first year fee by the date given, or you lose the seat.
What is the total fee with hostel?▾
The full four-year fee is INR 17.92 Lakhs without hostel for the 2026 batch. With a triple non-AC room and mess, it comes to INR 22.72 Lakhs. The toggle in the fee block shows both totals, so check it before you plan a loan.
Can I pay the fee in parts?▾
Yes, in four yearly parts. You pay the first year fee at admission and one part at the start of each later year. The caution deposit of INR 10,000 is paid once and comes back when you leave.
Can I get a scholarship in Mechanical at MAHE Manipal?▾
Yes, if you meet one scheme's rules. MET ranks 1 to 100 get the Freeship, ranks 101 to 5,000 get 20% off, and girls in Mechanical get 30% off. You can hold only one scholarship at a time, so use the calculator above to see which one gives you the most.
The class size at MIT Manipal is large, with 106 students per class, making classroom management challenging. Although most teachers are effective and accessible, some display discriminatory behavior towards North Indian students. Campus placements begin in the 7th semester, with a variable placement rate between 70% and 92.9%, and reports of up to 100% placement. The highest salary package in 2022 was 54.75 lakhs, with branches like CS or IT reaching up to 45 lakhs, and an average package of 10 lakhs per annum.
Core branches like Mechanical and Chemical have lower placement rates at around 50%. Internships start from the 5th semester, with companies like Microsoft, Amazon, and Flipkart, offering stipends from 40,000 to 1.5 lakhs monthly. Internships generally require a minimum CGPA of 7. The college provides several scholarships and financial assistance options. Tuition and hostel fees can reach up to 4 lakhs per year, but students with ranks between 100-5000 in entrance exams receive a 20% tuition fee discount, while those ranked under 100 get a full tuition waiver.
There are 10-12 scholarships available, including a Konkani scholarship with a 10% fee waiver, and aid for underprivileged and SC/ST students. Families with incomes under 8 lakhs per annum are eligible for a reduced fee of 7 lakhs for four years. First-year fees are 3.3 lakhs, and subsequent years vary by branch. Despite high fees, strong placement rates with an average package of 10 LPA help in loan repayment, especially for CS/IT students.
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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.
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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