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.Sc Neuroscience: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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20 Jun, 2026 MAHE Manipal Fee Structure 2026-27 is out for M.Sc Neuroscience programs. The total academic fee is ₹ 7.61 Lakhs.

Total fees

INR 6.36 Lakhs

2 years, no hostel

Median pay

INR 11.8 LPA

NIRF PG 2-year, 2023-24

Cutoff

50%+

UG marks gate

Placement rate

78%

NIRF PG 2-year placed

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01AboutFull course story, fees, dates and outcomes 02Should you pick itWho this course suits and when to avoid it 03EligibilityMarks, degree background and admission gate 04Admission ProcessSteps from form to final reporting 05Admission DatesApplication, test, interview and joining timeline 06FeesAcademic fee, living cost and ROI 07Will your score get you inCutoff range and what each result means 08ScholarshipsWaivers that can reduce the course fee 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.Sc Neuroscience

MAHE M.Sc Neuroscience is a two-year, full-time research course at KMC Manipal. It has 4 semesters and a major project in the last year. MAHE has NAAC A++ grade and NIRF placed it #3 among universities in 2025. The full course fee without hostel is INR 6.36 Lakhs. Admission is through MET and a department interview. The seat count is not published. Students should be ready for lab reading. MAHE PG 2-year NIRF data reports INR 11.8 LPA median pay and 78% placed students.

MAHE M.Sc Neuroscience Fees

The total fees with hostel is INR 9.56 Lakhs while the fees without hostel is INR 6.36 Lakhs. The tuition fee is INR 4.76 Lakhs. You pay once a year for two years. MAHE fixes the fee. Hostel and living cost are separate. The caution deposit comes back when you leave.

Fee head	Amount	How it is charged
Tuition fee	INR 4.76 Lakhs	Per year x 2, INR 2.38 Lakhs a year
Other fee	INR 1.60 Lakhs	Per year x 2, INR 80,000 a year
Caution deposit	INR 10,000	One time, returned when you leave
Hostel and living	INR 3.20 Lakhs	Per year x 2, INR 1.60 Lakhs a year
Total, no hostel	INR 6.36 Lakhs	Full course
Total with hostel	INR 9.56 Lakhs	Full course with hostel and living

MAHE M.Sc Neuroscience Admission Dates

The 2027 form is expected to close on 30 Apr 2027. Classes are expected to start in Aug 2027. Watch the MAHE admission page for the exact MET slot and interview call. Apply before the last date, because late forms are not listed for this course.

Event	Date	Status
Application opens	Jan 2027	Tentative
MET application, last date to apply	30 Apr 2027	Tentative
MET for PG courses	Apr 2027	Tentative
MET result and merit list	May 2027	Tentative
Interview and allotment	May 2027	Tentative
First year fee payment	Jul 2027	Tentative
Reporting and document check	Aug 2027	Tentative
Classes start	Aug 2027	Tentative

MAHE M.Sc Neuroscience Eligibility

The main gate is 50% aggregate marks in an accepted UG degree. You need a biological science, medical, allied health or pharmacy background. If your final result is pending, keep the mark sheet ready before reporting. MAHE checks the papers before it gives the final seat.

Requirement	What you need
Degree background	B.Sc with one biological science, B.Sc Nursing, Allied Health, BAMS, MBBS, BHMS, BPT or B.Pharm
Minimum marks	50% aggregate marks
Admission test	MET for PG courses
Final proof	Original mark sheet at reporting

MAHE M.Sc Neuroscience Admission Process

The process starts with the MAHE online form and MET booking. You then write MET, attend the department interview and wait for the offer list. Pay the first fee only after the offer. If you miss the reporting step, you lose the seat.

Step	What you do
Apply online	Fill the MAHE admission form
Write MET	Take the PG entrance test
Interview	Attend the department interview
Offer list	Check the merit list and offer
Fee and reporting	Pay the first fee and show documents

MAHE M.Sc Neuroscience Cutoff

The published gate is 50% aggregate marks, and the MET score is Not published. MAHE uses MET, UG marks and interview for the final list. If your UG mark is below 50%, you cannot use this route. Use the checker below as an entry guide.

Category	Closing rank or score	Round and year
General	50% UG aggregate	Published eligibility gate
Reserved category	50% UG aggregate	Course page route
MET score	Not published	MAHE does not print a closing score

MAHE M.Sc Neuroscience Placements

MAHE PG 2-year NIRF data reports INR 11.8 LPA median pay and 78% placed students in 2023-24. The course page points to research roles, PhD routes, biotech, pharma, universities and CROs. This is a research course, so many students also choose higher studies.

Metric	Value
Median pay	INR 11.8 LPA
Placement rate	78%
Students placed	1,689 of 2,164 PG 2-year students
Higher studies	79 students
Career routes	Biotech, pharma, research, CROs, PhD

MAHE M.Sc Neuroscience Scholarships

Four schemes can cut the fee by INR 40,000 to INR 2 Lakhs. The state post-matric scholarship gives the largest printed waiver in this page. Most schemes need an income paper, category proof and renewal after each passing year. Apply on the scheme portal and keep MAHE told.

Scholarship	Who can get it	Amount or waiver
State post-matric scholarship	SC or ST, income below INR 2.5 Lakhs	INR 2 Lakhs
Central Sector Scheme	Income up to INR 8 Lakhs	INR 40,000
EWS tuition waiver	EWS certificate and income up to INR 8 Lakhs	INR 1.50 Lakhs
OBC post-matric scholarship	OBC-NCL and income below INR 2.5 Lakhs	INR 1 Lakh

MAHE M.Sc Neuroscience Ranking

NIRF ranked MAHE #3 among universities in 2025, and NAAC gave it A++ grade. These ranks show the wider university strength, not a course cutoff. Use them with the fee, pay and research fit before you decide.

Ranking body	Year	Rank or grade
NIRF University	2025	#3
NAAC	latest	A++
Institution status	latest	Institution of Eminence

MAHE M.Sc Neuroscience Course Structure

Semester 1 gives the base science, and semester 2 adds advanced neuroscience and practical training. Semesters 3 and 4 focus on one major research project. You should pick this course if you are ready to read papers, work in labs and write a thesis.

Year or term	What you study
Semester 1	Basic neuroscience and research base
Semester 2	Advanced neuroscience with practical work
Semesters 3 and 4	Major research project

MAHE M.Sc Neuroscience Hostel and Campus

The hostel and living estimate used here is INR 3.20 Lakhs for two years. KMC lists EEG, ENMG, hospital access and library support for this course. Ask the hostel office about room type before you pay, because rooms and mess plans change by block.

Item	Detail
Hostel and living estimate	INR 3.20 Lakhs
Labs named by KMC	EEG and ENMG labs
Learning support	Hospitals and libraries
Campus location	Manipal, Karnataka

Should you pick M.Sc Neuroscience at MAHE?

This course suits students who want a research degree and can spend two years inside labs.

Pick it if:

You want a research career: the course page points to biotech, pharma, CROs, universities and PhD routes after this degree.

You learn best in labs: KMC lists EEG, ENMG, hospital and library support for this course.

You can take MET first: MAHE uses the entrance test and interview before it gives the offer.

Your fee plan needs clarity: the full fee is INR 6.36 Lakhs before hostel, as the fee block shows.

Skip it if:

You want a quick campus job: the page names research routes first, not a fixed company placement path.

You dislike long projects: semesters 3 and 4 are built around one major neuroscience project.

Your UG marks are below 50%: you must clear that mark before MAHE can shortlist you.

You need a published cutoff: MAHE has not printed a MET score, so use the eligibility gate first.

Counsellor's advice

Take this course if you want lab research and can fund two years. If you need a job-led PG, ask KMC for recent placements before paying.

M.Sc Neuroscience Eligibility▾

Degree: You need B.Sc with one biological science, B.Sc Nursing, Allied Health, BAMS, MBBS, BHMS, BPT or B.Pharm.

Marks: You need 50% aggregate marks in the qualifying degree.

Exam: MAHE uses MET for PG courses before the department interview.

Final proof: Bring the original mark sheet when you report.

Background fit: A biological science or health science base helps with the neuroscience lab load.

M.Sc Neuroscience Admission Process▾

Apply online: Fill the MAHE form for M.Sc Medical programs before the last date.

Write MET: Book and take the MAHE entrance test for PG courses.

Attend interview: The department speaks to shortlisted students before the final offer.

Check offer: MAHE gives the seat after the test, UG marks and interview are checked.

Report: Pay the first fee and show original papers to keep the seat.

M.Sc Neuroscience 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

Jan 2027

Application opens

Start the MAHE form when the admission page opens.

Tentative

30 Apr 2027

MET application, last date to apply

This is the expected last date to apply for the 2027 intake.

Tentative

Apr 2027

MET for PG courses

Take the entrance test in the slot MAHE gives you.

Tentative

May 2027

MET result and merit list

Check whether you are shortlisted for the next step.

Tentative

May 2027

Interview and allotment

Attend the department interview and wait for the offer.

Tentative

Jul 2027

First year fee payment

Pay the first fee only after MAHE gives the offer.

Tentative

Aug 2027

Reporting and document check

Bring original papers before joining the program.

Tentative

Aug 2027

Classes start

The 2027 batch is expected to start this month.

Source: MAHE dates to remember and course page. Confirm on the official site before you act.

MAHE M.Sc Neuroscience 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 2.38 Lakhs a year

INR 4.76 Lakhs

Other fee

Per year × 2, INR 80,000 a year

INR 1.60 Lakhs

Caution deposit Refundable

One time, returned when you leave

INR 10,000

Add hostel + living

Hostel and living

Per year × 2, INR 1.60 Lakhs a year

INR 3.20 Lakhs

Total course fee

INR 6.36 Lakhs

2 years · tuition + other fee, hostel not added

Total course fee

INR 9.56 Lakhs

2 years · tuition + other fee + hostel and living

Education loan EMI

INR 10,723

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

186%

average first-year pay INR 11.8 LPA vs the full fee

Education loan EMI

INR 16,119

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

123%

average first-year pay INR 11.8 LPA vs the full fee

Source: MAHE 2026 general fee notice. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your score get you M.Sc Neuroscience at MAHE?

Pick your category and study stage. The cutoff ranges use the published eligibility gate because MAHE has not printed a MET score.

MAHE M.Sc Neuroscience Scholarship Calculator

Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.

MAHE M.Sc Neuroscience 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

NIMHANSNBRCAmity NoidaSRM ChennaiSGT

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Manipal Academy of Higher Education

Manipal, Karnataka

Compared with

National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences

Bengaluru

Compared with

National Brain Research Centre

Manesar

Compared with

Amity University Noida

Noida

Compared with

SRM Institute of Science and Technology

Chennai

Compared with

SGT University

Gurugram

Total fees2 years, no hostel

INR 6.36 Lakhs

tuition + other fee

INR 47,000

INR 5.89 Lakhs less

INR 1.20 Lakhs

INR 5.16 Lakhs less

INR 2.80 Lakhs

INR 3.56 Lakhs less

INR 1.60 Lakhs

INR 4.76 Lakhs less

INR 2.40 Lakhs

INR 3.96 Lakhs less

Median payNIRF PG 2-year

INR 11.8 LPA

2023-24

Not published

Placement rateNIRF PG 2-year

78%

2023-24

70%

8 points lower

75%

3 points lower

60%

18 points lower

65%

13 points lower

68%

10 points lower

Eligibility marksUG aggregate

50%

published gate

55%

5 points higher

55%

5 points higher

50%

Same marks

50%

Same marks

50%

Same marks

ROImedian pay vs full fee

186%

fee block above

25%

161 points lower

Not published

42%

144 points lower

74%

112 points lower

49%

137 points lower

In short

If your main aim is a lower fee, NIMHANS costs less. If you want the wider MAHE campus and can pay more, keep MAHE high.

In short

If you want a national research centre, NBRC is the sharper fit. If you want a university campus with hospital links, MAHE stays strong.

In short

If fee matters most, Amity is cheaper. If you want MAHE and KMC labs, check the interview fit before you pay.

In short

If Chennai suits you and fee is key, SRM costs less. If Manipal campus and KMC research matter, MAHE is worth a closer look.

In short

If Gurugram location matters, SGT can work. If you want MAHE rank, KMC labs and Manipal campus, keep MAHE first.

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

FAQs on MAHE M.Sc Neuroscience

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is MAHE M.Sc Neuroscience worth the fee?▾

Yes, if you want a research-led PG and can use KMC labs well. The full fee without hostel is INR 6.36 Lakhs, and MAHE PG 2-year median pay is INR 11.8 LPA. Check the fee EMI above before you use a loan, then ask KMC for recent course outcomes.

Should I take this course if I want a research career?▾

Yes, this is the clearest fit. The course page names biotech, pharma, CROs, universities and PhD routes after the degree. It also has a major research project in semesters 3 and 4. Join if you want lab work and can spend time on a thesis.

Is this course good for a quick job after PG?▾

It may not be the fastest job route. The page names research roles first, and the placement number is MAHE PG 2-year data, not this one course alone. If you need a job soon, ask for the recent department placement list before you pay.

Who should skip M.Sc Neuroscience at MAHE?▾

Skip it if you dislike lab work, research papers or a long project. The course has 4 semesters, and the last year is built around a major project. If you want a taught PG with a fixed company path, ask the department for the latest recruiter list first.

Is the fee worth it against the median pay?▾

It can be worth it if you get placed near the MAHE PG median. The fee without hostel is INR 6.36 Lakhs and the median pay is INR 11.8 LPA, so the ROI tile reads 186%. If you add hostel and living, check the lower ROI before deciding.

Should I join if my UG marks are near 50%?▾

You can apply if you meet the 50% aggregate gate, but do not stop there. MAHE also uses MET and an interview before the offer. Use the checker above as an entry guide, then prepare your subject basics for the interview.

Is this course right for higher studies?▾

Yes, higher studies fit this course well. The course page lists PhD routes and research positions, and the curriculum ends with a major project. If your goal is a PhD, ask the department about guides, lab areas and publication work before you join.

Should I wait for the next intake?▾

Wait only if you need more time for MET or money planning. The 2027 calendar is still tentative, but the last date is expected around 30 Apr 2027. If you already meet the 50% gate and want research, prepare for the next MET cycle now.

How do I get admission to this course?▾

Apply on the MAHE admission page, write MET for PG courses and attend the department interview. MAHE checks your UG marks and documents before the final offer. Keep your mark sheet ready, because the seat stays with you only after fee payment and reporting.

What is the full fee for MAHE M.Sc Neuroscience?▾

The full academic fee without hostel is INR 6.36 Lakhs for two years. The hostel and living estimate used here takes the total to INR 9.56 Lakhs. Use the fee block above to see the refundable caution deposit and the loan EMI.

Can I get a scholarship for this course?▾

You may get one if your category and income match a scheme. The calculator above shows awards from INR 40,000 to INR 2 Lakhs. Keep income proof, category proof and bank details ready, then confirm the final award with MAHE before planning your fee.

Does hostel cost sit inside the fee?▾

No, the academic fee and hostel cost are separate here. The base total is INR 6.36 Lakhs, and the hostel plus living estimate adds INR 3.20 Lakhs. Ask the hostel office about room type and mess plan before you count the final cost.

This page is AI assisted and human verified.

Collegedunia Team

Content Curator | Updated on - Oct 1, 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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