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MAHE Manipal MA English: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility
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20 Jun, 2026 MAHE Manipal Fee Structure 2026-27 is out for MA English programs. The total academic fee is ₹ 2.1 Lakhs.
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About MAHE MA English
Manipal Academy of Higher Education offers the MA English as a two-year, full-time course at MISHA, its humanities institute in Manipal. MAHE ranked #3 among universities in NIRF 2025 and holds NAAC A++. The full fee without hostel is INR 2.06 Lakhs for the 2026-27 batch, paid in two yearly parts. There is no entrance exam. You need a bachelor's degree in any subject with 55% marks. You then send a form, an essay and a CV, and face a personal interview. Year 1 mixes English, Sociology and History, and year 2 ends with a thesis. MAHE does not publish an average pay in LPA for this course, so this page shows none.
MAHE MA English Fees
The total fees with hostel is INR 4.52 Lakhs, while the fees without hostel is INR 2.06 Lakhs. The tuition fees is INR 1.50 Lakhs of that. You pay the fee in two yearly parts, one at the start of each year. MAHE fixes the fee for each batch. The caution deposit of INR 10,000 comes back when you leave. Hostel and mess are extra and you pay them only if you take a room.
| Fee head | Amount | How it is charged |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | INR 1.50 Lakhs | INR 75,000 a year, 2 years |
| Other fees | INR 56,000 | INR 28,000 a year, 2 years |
| Caution deposit | INR 10,000 | One time, refundable |
| Hostel and mess, lowest priced room | INR 2.46 Lakhs | INR 1.23 Lakhs a year, 2 years |
| Total, no hostel | INR 2.06 Lakhs | Full course |
| Total with hostel | INR 4.52 Lakhs | Full course |
MAHE MA English Admission Dates
The 2026 batch started classes on 4 Aug 2026, so the next intake is 2027. The 2027 form is expected to open in Nov 2026, and the last date to apply is expected in Jul 2027. MISHA reads forms as they come in, so an early form gets an early interview. Keep your degree marks cards ready for the document check.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Online application form opens | Nov 2026 | Tentative |
| Shortlist for the personal interview | Jan 2027 | Tentative |
| Personal interview | Feb 2027 | Tentative |
| Merit list and offer letter | Mar 2027 | Tentative |
| First-year fee payment to confirm the seat | Apr 2027 | Tentative |
| Last date to apply | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Hostel room allotment online | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Reporting and document check | Aug 2027 | Tentative |
| Orientation | Aug 2027 | Tentative |
| Classes start | Aug 2027 | Tentative |
MAHE MA English Eligibility
You need a bachelor's degree in any subject with 55% aggregate marks. You do not need an English degree, and there is no entrance exam. If your marks are below 55%, you cannot apply for this course.
| Requirement | What you need |
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| Degree | Bachelor's degree in any subject from a recognised university |
| Marks | 55% aggregate or equivalent |
| Entrance exam | None |
| Papers with the form | Admission form, personal essay and CV |
MAHE MA English Admission Process
The route has four steps: the form, the shortlist, the personal interview and the merit list. MISHA decides the seat on your form, CV and interview. You then pay the first-year fee by the date on your offer, or you lose the seat.
| Step | What you do |
|---|---|
| 1. Apply online | Fill the MISHA form with your essay and CV |
| 2. Shortlist | MISHA reads the form and calls you for an interview |
| 3. Personal interview | Talk about your reading and why you want this course |
| 4. Merit list and fee | Pay the first-year fee and the caution deposit to take the seat |
MAHE MA English Cutoff
There is no cutoff rank for this course. The only fixed number is 55% in graduation. Above that, your essay, CV and interview decide the seat.
| Rule | What counts |
|---|---|
| Minimum marks | 55% aggregate in graduation |
| Entrance exam rank | Not used |
| What decides the seat | Form, essay, CV and personal interview |
MAHE MA English Placements
MAHE does not publish an average pay for this course. MISHA has a placement office for internships and job leads, and MAHE lists over 2.45 lakh alumni in 60+ countries. The career paths MISHA names are academia, media, publishing, civil services and think tanks.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average pay | Not published for this course |
| Placement help | MISHA placement office, internships and job leads |
| Career paths | Academia, media, publishing, civil services, think tanks |
| Alumni | Over 2.45 lakh, in 60+ countries |
MAHE MA English Scholarships
Two MAHE schemes cut INR 15,000 from the tuition fee over the course, and a third gives 20% off in year 2. Children of MAHE graduates and students whose mother tongue is Konkani get 10% off. The top 5% of the batch after year 1 get the year 2 waiver.
| Scholarship | Who can get it | Amount or waiver |
|---|---|---|
| MAHE alumni children scholarship | Parent graduated from MAHE, 70% in your degree, General category | 10% of tuition, INR 15,000 over the course |
| Konkani speaking students | Mother tongue Konkani, General category | 10% of tuition, INR 15,000 over the course |
| MISHA Achiever scholarship | Top 5% of the batch by year 1 CGPA, no backlogs | 20% of the year 2 fee |
MAHE MA English Ranking
MAHE is #3 in the NIRF University ranking and #14 in the NIRF Overall ranking for 2025. It also holds NAAC A++. These ranks are for the whole university, not for this one course.
| Ranking body | Year | Rank or grade |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF University | 2025 | #3 |
| NIRF Overall | 2025 | #14 |
| NAAC | Current cycle | A++ |
MAHE MA English Course Structure
Year 1 has English, Sociology and History for every MA student. Year 2 is English only and ends with a thesis. Study abroad and dual-degree options are open through partner universities.
| Year | What you study |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | English, Sociology and History courses with all MA students |
| Year 2 | English courses in depth and a research thesis |
| Options | Study abroad and dual-degree links with partner universities |
MAHE MA English Hostel and Campus
The lowest priced double room costs INR 61,000 a year and mess costs INR 62,000 a year. You pick a room online after admission and pay at once. If you leave on or after the class start date, MAHE keeps INR 20,000 of the hostel fee.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Room fee | INR 61,000 a year, double room with common bath |
| Mess | INR 62,000 a year |
| How you get a room | Pick a free room on the MAHE hostel portal and pay at once |
| Leaving after classes start | INR 20,000 is kept from the hostel fee |
Should you pick MA English at MAHE?
This course suits students who love reading and writing and want a path into teaching, research or publishing.
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MA English 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 2026 and the MISHA admission page. Confirm on the official site before you act.
MAHE MA English Fees 2027
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This is the full 2-year cost, not one year. The rows show the 2026-27 fee; the 2027 fee is not out yet. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and mess.
Source: MAHE 2026-27 fee list and hostel fee schedule. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Will you get a seat in MA English at MAHE?
Pick your graduation marks and your degree subject. There is no entrance exam and no cutoff rank.
No marks figure above 55% guarantees a seat here. MISHA shortlists on the form and the essay, so write the essay yourself and make it about what you read.
MAHE MA English Scholarship Calculator
Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.
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MAHE MA English vs similar colleges
Tap a college to see it next to MAHE. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, lower marks needed, a better rank.
Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.
FAQs on MAHE MA English
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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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