Which exam is needed for B.Tech admission at MAHE Manipal?

MET 2026 (Manipal Entrance Test) is the primary exam. Candidates can also apply via JEE Main 2026 CRL, which fills 20% of general category B.Tech seats. Both routes require Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics (minimum 50% in relevant subjects).

How many MBBS seats does KMC Manipal have and what is the cutoff?

KMC Manipal has 250 MBBS seats (212 Deemed/Paid and 38 NRI), all filled through MCC deemed university counselling. In NEET 2025 Round 3, KMC Manipal MBBS closed at AIR 31,834, which corresponds to a NEET score of 508 to 520 marks.

Does MAHE have management quota seats?

No. MAHE is a private deemed university with no government-mandated management quota. B.Tech uses MET or JEE Main. MBBS uses MCC counselling only. NRI/Foreign National seats are available at higher fees through manipal.edu.

What is MAHE Manipals NIRF ranking?

MAHE Manipal is ranked 3rd in the NIRF 2025 University category and 14th in the NIRF 2025 Overall ranking. MAHE holds NAAC A++ accreditation.

What exams does TAPMI Manipal accept for MBA?

TAPMI accepts CAT, XAT, GMAT, and NMAT. Shortlisted candidates go through WAT and PI. For the 2027-28 MBA batch, CAT 2026 (exam November 29, 2026) is the relevant entrance exam. TAPMIs total MBA programme fee is INR 20.10 lakh.

MAHE Manipal M.Pharm Pharmacognosy: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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20 Jun, 2026 MAHE Manipal Fee Structure 2026-27 is out for M.Pharm Pharmacognosy programs. The total academic fee is ₹ 9.1 Lakhs.

Total fees

INR 9 Lakhs

full course, no hostel

Median pay

INR 6.5 LPA

NIRF PG pharmacy median

Entry mark

55%

BPharm minimum for M.Pharm

Placement rate

92%

97 of 105 PG students placed

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01About this courseThe full write-up, from fees to placements 02Should you pick it?Who it suits, who should skip it, and a counsellor's advice 03EligibilityThe marks and course you need before you apply 04Admission ProcessEvery step from the form to reporting 05Admission DatesThe admission calendar, step by step 06FeesThe full course cost with and without hostel 07Will your rank get you in?Marks and interview signals for this course 08ScholarshipsWhat you can claim and what you missed 09How does it compare?The same course at colleges in its league, side by side 10FAQsShort answers to what students ask before they apply

About MAHE M.Pharm Pharmacognosy

MAHE offers a two-year, full-time M.Pharm Pharmacognosy through Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences. The course has four semesters and focuses on natural drugs, herbal medicine and quality checks. MCOPS is old in pharmacy education and holds NIRF Pharmacy rank #8 for 2025. The full fee without hostel is INR 9 Lakhs. The route is BPharm with 55% marks, document checks, a personal interview and a merit list. The PG two-year intake in the NIRF file is 123. The PG median pay is INR 6.5 LPA, with 97 of 105 students placed.

MAHE M.Pharm Pharmacognosy Fees

The full course costs INR 9 Lakhs without hostel and INR 11.60 Lakhs with hostel. The tuition fee is INR 5.58 Lakhs. You pay the tuition and other fee in two yearly parts. The refundable caution deposit is paid once. Hostel and mess add INR 2.60 Lakhs over the course if you get a room.

Fee head	Amount	How it is charged
Tuition fee	INR 5.58 Lakhs	INR 2.79 Lakhs a year, 2 years
Other fee	INR 3.42 Lakhs	INR 1.71 Lakhs a year, 2 years
Caution deposit	INR 10,000	One time, refundable
Hostel and mess	INR 2.60 Lakhs	INR 1.30 Lakhs a year, 2 years
Total, no hostel	INR 9 Lakhs	Full course
Total with hostel	INR 11.60 Lakhs	Full course

MAHE M.Pharm Pharmacognosy Admission Dates

The 2027 M.Pharm application is expected to close in Jun 2027. Classes start in Aug 2027. The dates are based on the last MAHE cycle because the next calendar is not out. You should keep BPharm marksheets, identity proof and payment papers ready before the interview month.

Event	Date	Status
M.Pharm application, last date to apply	Jun 2027	Tentative
Eligibility documents check	Jul 2027	Tentative
Personal interview round	Jul 2027	Tentative
Merit list	Jul 2027	Tentative
Counselling and provisional admission offer	Jul 2027	Tentative
First year fee payment	Jul 2027	Tentative
Reporting and document check	Aug 2027	Tentative
Orientation	Aug 2027	Tentative
Classes start	Aug 2027	Tentative

MAHE M.Pharm Pharmacognosy Eligibility

You need BPharm from a PCI approved college with 55% aggregate marks. The course asks for the qualifying degree before admission is closed. You should bring the migration certificate if your last university is outside MAHE. Final year students need the final result before admission is made firm.

Requirement	What you need
Qualifying course	BPharm from a PCI approved college
Marks	55% aggregate marks
Course mode	Full-time M.Pharm Pharmacognosy
Document	Migration certificate when the last university is outside MAHE

MAHE M.Pharm Pharmacognosy Admission Process

You apply online, give eligibility documents, attend the personal interview and watch the merit list. You then pay the first year fee and get the admission order. MAHE decides the offer after checking the papers and interview performance. If the fee is not paid by the last date, you lose the seat.

Step	What you do
1. Apply online	Fill the MAHE form for the M.Pharm course
2. Give documents	Upload BPharm marks and identity proof
3. Attend PI	Answer subject and interest questions in the personal interview
4. Check merit list	Read the offer and pay the fee by the last date
5. Report	Join document check and orientation at Manipal

MAHE M.Pharm Pharmacognosy Cutoff

There is no rank cutoff for this course. The hard mark is 55% in BPharm, and PI decides the merit list after documents are checked. A score above 70% gives a stronger file for scholarship checks. Use the checker below to read your own mark range.

Check	Figure	What it means
BPharm minimum	55%	Needed before the interview route
Strong profile mark	70%	Useful for scholarship checks
Selection step	PI	Personal interview after documents
Seat offer	Merit list	Made after the interview

MAHE M.Pharm Pharmacognosy Placements

The latest PG pharmacy file shows 97 of 105 students placed, which is about 92%. The median pay is INR 6.5 LPA. Recruiters listed by MCOPS include Sun Pharma, GSK, IQVIA, Syngene and Biocon. The table is for PG pharmacy together, so Pharmacognosy is not shown alone.

Metric	Value
Median pay	INR 6.5 LPA
Students placed	97 of 105
Placement rate	92%
Recruiters	Sun Pharma, GSK, IQVIA, Syngene, Biocon
Data scope	PG pharmacy together

MAHE M.Pharm Pharmacognosy Scholarships

The MAHE MPharm scholarship cuts 20% of the course fee, which is INR 1.80 Lakhs on INR 9 Lakhs. The SAGES route can cut 75%, or INR 6.75 Lakhs, for eligible AGE students. You must keep a 7 CGPA for the MAHE MPharm scholarship to continue.

Scholarship	Who can get it	Amount or waiver
MAHE MPharm scholarship	General category M.Pharm Pharmacognosy student	20%, INR 1.80 Lakhs
SAGES scholarship	AGE student with strong marks	75%, INR 6.75 Lakhs
GPAT PG scholarship	GPAT qualified student	INR 2.25 Lakhs over the course
Renewal rule	MAHE MPharm scholarship holder	7 CGPA and no failure

MAHE M.Pharm Pharmacognosy Ranking

MCOPS holds NIRF Pharmacy rank #8 for 2025. MAHE is also a deemed university with the Manipal campus as its main base. NIRF uses teaching, graduation results, research and perception data. The rank helps you judge the school, but the course fit still comes from fees, interview route and placement data.

Ranking body	Year	Rank or grade
NIRF Pharmacy	2025	#8
University type	2025	Deemed university
Campus	2025	Manipal

MAHE M.Pharm Pharmacognosy Seats and Intake

The NIRF file lists 123 approved seats for PG two-year pharmacy courses. Pharmacognosy seats are not printed alone in the public file. Use the course office seat letter before you pay if you need the exact branch count.

Seat type	Seats
PG two-year pharmacy intake	123
Course seat split	Not published
Campus	Manipal

MAHE M.Pharm Pharmacognosy Hostel and Campus

PG hostel and mess can add INR 2.60 Lakhs over two years. PG hostel rooms are limited, and the hostel office allots them after payment. You should ask for the room in July and keep a room outside campus ready if needed.

Item	Detail
Hostel and mess	INR 2.60 Lakhs for two years
Room rule	Limited PG rooms, given after hostel fee payment
Refund rule	INR 20,000 deduction after reporting or classes start
City	Manipal, Karnataka

Should you pick M.Pharm Pharmacognosy at MAHE?

This course suits students who like natural drugs, lab work and pharmacy research.

Pick it if:

You want pharma research roles: MCOPS lists Sun Pharma, Syngene, GSK and IQVIA among campus hirers for pharmacy students.

You want natural products: this department teaches Pharmacognosy and plant based drug study through the M.Pharm course.

You want steady placement data: NIRF shows 97 of 105 PG students placed with INR 6.5 LPA median pay.

Your BPharm mark is strong: the 55% rule only starts the process, so prepare well for the interview.

Skip it if:

You want a low fee: the no hostel course fee is INR 9 Lakhs before books and living cost.

You need sure hostel space: PG hostel rooms are limited and students left out arrange rooms on their own.

You count on one branch report: MAHE prints PG pharmacy data together, so Pharmacognosy pay is not shown alone.

You dislike interviews: the merit list follows documents and PI, so marks alone do not finish admission.

Counsellor's advice

If you want Pharmacognosy research and can pay the fee, take it. If hostel is needed, ask the chief warden before paying.

M.Pharm Pharmacognosy Eligibility▾

Qualifying course: You need BPharm from a PCI approved college.

Minimum marks: You need 55% aggregate marks in BPharm.

Documents: Bring marksheets, identity proof and migration certificate if your last university is outside MAHE.

Selection step: Personal interview and document check decide the merit list.

Final result: Final year students must give the BPharm result before admission is made firm.

M.Pharm Pharmacognosy Admission Process▾

Apply online: Fill the MAHE form and choose M.Pharm Pharmacognosy.

Give documents: Upload BPharm marks, identity proof and other papers asked by the Admission Cell.

Attend PI: Answer subject and interest questions in the personal interview.

Check merit list: MAHE releases the offer after papers and interview scores are checked.

Pay and report: Pay the first year fee by the last date, then report for document check.

M.Pharm Pharmacognosy 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.

Jun 2027

M.Pharm application, last date to apply

Last date to apply is expected in Jun 2027. Late forms may not be taken.

Tentative

Jul 2027

Eligibility documents check

MAHE checks BPharm marks and papers before interview calls.

Tentative

Jul 2027

Personal interview round

Prepare your Pharmacognosy basics and project work for the PI.

Tentative

Jul 2027

Merit list

Your interview and documents decide the provisional merit list.

Tentative

Jul 2027

Counselling and provisional admission offer

Read the offer and seat terms before paying the fee.

Tentative

Jul 2027

First year fee payment

You lose the seat if the first fee is not paid by the last date.

Tentative

Aug 2027

Reporting and document check

Bring original marksheets and identity papers to Manipal.

Tentative

Aug 2027

Orientation

The course briefing is expected before regular classes.

Tentative

Aug 2027

Classes start

The new M.Pharm batch is expected to start class in Aug 2027.

Tentative

Source: MAHE admission calendar. Confirm on the official site before you act.

MAHE M.Pharm Pharmacognosy Fees 2027

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This is the full 2-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and living cost.

Tuition fee

Per year × 2, INR 2.79 Lakhs a year

INR 5.58 Lakhs

Other fee

Per year × 2, INR 1.71 Lakhs a year

INR 3.42 Lakhs

Caution deposit Refundable

One time, returned when you leave

INR 10,000

Add hostel + mess

Hostel and mess

Per year × 2, INR 1.30 Lakhs a year

INR 2.60 Lakhs

Total course fee

INR 9 Lakhs

2 years · tuition + other fee, hostel not added

Total course fee

INR 11.60 Lakhs

2 years · tuition + other fee + hostel

Education loan EMI

INR 15,175

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

72%

median pay INR 6.5 LPA vs the full fee

Education loan EMI

INR 19,558

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

56%

median pay INR 6.5 LPA vs the full fee

Source: MAHE fees and hostel fee sheets. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your BPharm marks get you a seat at MAHE?

Pick your category and route. The score ranges show how close you are to the 55% entry rule and interview call.

MAHE M.Pharm Pharmacognosy Scholarship Calculator

Answer these questions. The waiver is an estimate to confirm with MAHE.

MAHE M.Pharm Pharmacognosy 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.

Compare with

JSS PharmacyPoona PharmacyNIPER MohaliSRM PharmacyDPSRU

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Manipal Academy of Higher Education

Manipal

Compared with

JSS College of Pharmacy

Mysuru

Compared with

Poona College of Pharmacy

Pune

Compared with

National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research Mohali

Mohali

Compared with

SRM College of Pharmacy

Kattankulathur

Compared with

Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University

New Delhi

Total feesfull course, no hostel

INR 9 Lakhs

tuition + other fee

INR 4.50 Lakhs

INR 4.50 Lakhs less

INR 3.20 Lakhs

INR 5.80 Lakhs less

INR 1.50 Lakhs

INR 7.50 Lakhs less

INR 6.20 Lakhs

INR 2.80 Lakhs less

INR 2.10 Lakhs

INR 6.90 Lakhs less

Average paylatest pharmacy batch

INR 6.5 LPA

PG median pay

INR 5.5 LPA

INR 1 LPA less

INR 4.8 LPA

INR 1.7 LPA less

INR 6.8 LPA

INR 0.3 LPA more

INR 5.2 LPA

INR 1.3 LPA less

INR 6 LPA

INR 0.5 LPA less

Placement ratePG students placed

92%

97 of 105

88%

4 points lower

85%

7 points lower

90%

2 points lower

80%

12 points lower

89%

3 points lower

Entry markBPharm minimum

55%

for M.Pharm call

55%

Same mark

60%

5 points higher

60%

5 points higher

50%

5 points lower

55%

Same mark

SeatsPG two-year intake

123

NIRF PG intake

63 fewer

108 fewer

63 fewer

93 fewer

63 fewer

ROIpay vs the full fee

72%

on INR 6.5 LPA

122%

50 points higher

150%

78 points higher

453%

381 points higher

84%

12 points higher

286%

214 points higher

In short

JSS Pharmacy costs less, but MAHE prints stronger pay and placement numbers here. If you want Manipal and clear the fee plan, take MAHE; if fee matters most, compare JSS Pharmacy closely.

In short

Poona Pharmacy has a much lower fee, while MAHE has the higher pay and bigger PG intake. If your goal is a lower cost, check Poona Pharmacy; if campus data matters more, keep MAHE higher.

In short

NIPER Mohali is cheaper and shows higher pay in this table, but MAHE has more seats. If both admit you, choose by research guide and fee comfort.

In short

SRM Pharmacy costs less, but MAHE shows higher pay, placement and intake. If you want the stronger published PG data, keep MAHE above SRM Pharmacy.

In short

DPSRU has a lower fee and higher ROI, while MAHE prints slightly higher pay and placement. If you need Manipal campus life, pick MAHE; if cost comes first, check DPSRU.

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

FAQs on MAHE M.Pharm Pharmacognosy

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is M.Pharm Pharmacognosy at MAHE worth the fee?▾

Yes, if you want a pharmacy research course and can pay INR 9 Lakhs without hostel. The PG median pay is INR 6.5 LPA, so the fee does not come back as fast as a low-fee public college. Check the EMI line and scholarship block before you decide.

Should I take this course if my BPharm score is just above 55%?▾

Do not treat 55% as a sure seat. It only makes you eligible for the interview route, and MAHE still checks your documents and PI performance. Apply if you want Pharmacognosy, but prepare your BPharm project, basic plant drug topics and lab work before the interview.

What job can I get after this course?▾

You can aim for quality, research, medical writing, clinical research and pharma data roles. MCOPS lists companies such as Sun Pharma, GSK, IQVIA, Syngene and Biocon for pharmacy placements. The published PG median pay is INR 6.5 LPA. Ask the department which recruiters took Pharmacognosy students before you pay.

Who should pick this course at MAHE?▾

Pick it if you liked Pharmacognosy, herbal drugs and lab based pharmacy work in BPharm. The course is full-time and takes two years, with a research focus inside MCOPS. It suits students who want industry or higher study in natural products. It is not the best fit if you only want hospital practice.

Who should skip this M.Pharm branch?▾

Skip it if you want the lowest fee or a branch with a public branch-wise placement report. The no hostel fee is INR 9 Lakhs, and MAHE prints PG pharmacy data together. If you need a sure branch pay number, ask the placement office for Pharmacognosy details before paying.

Is the placement record safe enough for this fee?▾

It is solid at the PG pharmacy level, but not branch-wise. NIRF shows 97 of 105 PG two-year students placed, which is about 92%, with INR 6.5 LPA median pay. Use that as a college signal, then ask for Pharmacognosy recruiter names before you decide.

Is this course right for higher studies or research?▾

Yes, it can fit higher studies if your project choice is clear. Pharmacognosy links to natural products, phytochemistry and herbal drug quality work. The college has a long pharmacy base and the PG route includes research work. Talk to the department about guides and lab topics before joining.

Should I wait one year for a cheaper seat?▾

Wait only if the fee is your main problem and you have a clear cheaper target. MAHE costs INR 9 Lakhs without hostel and INR 11.60 Lakhs with hostel. If you can get the MAHE MPharm scholarship or SAGES support, joining this year may make more sense.

Can I pay the fee in parts?▾

Yes, the course fee is split into yearly parts in the MAHE fee sheet. Tuition is INR 2.79 Lakhs a year and other fee is INR 1.71 Lakhs a year. The first payment also includes a refundable INR 10,000 caution deposit. Confirm the exact payment last date on your offer letter.

Is hostel sure for PG pharmacy students?▾

No, treat hostel as limited. The hostel sheet says PG rooms are limited and allotted after the hostel fee is paid. The switch above adds INR 2.60 Lakhs for two years. If a room is important, write to the chief warden before paying the admission fee.

Which scholarship should I check first?▾

Check the MAHE MPharm scholarship first because it is course-linked and gives 20% off the course fee, or INR 1.80 Lakhs on this page. If you are an AGE student, also check SAGES. GPAT qualified students should check the PG scholarship rules before joining.

Will the 20% scholarship continue in the second year?▾

It can continue only if you meet the renewal rule. MAHE says the MPharm scholarship needs 7 CGPA, no failures and no detention. That matters because the waiver is tied to academic performance. Keep the renewal rule in writing before you count the second year waiver.

This page is AI assisted and human verified.

Collegedunia Team

Content Curator | Updated on - Sep 29, 2026

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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