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 Systems Biology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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20 Jun, 2026 MAHE Manipal Fee Structure 2026-27 is out for M.Sc Systems Biology programs. The total academic fee is ₹ 5.26 Lakhs.

Total fees

INR 5.10 Lakhs

2 years, no hostel

Average pay

INR 11.8 LPA

NIRF PG 2-year median

Cutoff

50%

minimum UG marks

Placement rate

78%

NIRF PG 2-year batch

In This Page▾

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 route you need before you apply 04Admission ProcessEvery step from form to joining 05Admission DatesThe admission calendar, step by step 06FeesThe full course cost with and without hostel 07Will your score get you in?The score and marks route 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.Sc Systems Biology

MAHE offers a two-year, full-time M.Sc Systems Biology at Manipal School of Life Sciences. The course has four semesters and mixes biology, bioinformatics and data analysis. MAHE has NAAC A++ and NIRF ranked it #3 among universities in 2025. The full fee without hostel is INR 5.10 Lakhs, with a refundable INR 10,000 caution deposit paid apart from this total. You enter through MAHE merit based on UG marks, with PGCUET score used if seats are left. The page tracks 30 seats because the official seat count is not published cleanly. MAHE's PG 2-year median pay is INR 11.8 LPA and 78% of that batch was placed.

MAHE M.Sc Systems Biology Fees

The total fees with hostel is INR 6.79 Lakhs, while the fees without hostel is INR 5.10 Lakhs. The tuition fee is INR 3.84 Lakhs. You pay the tuition fee yearly in two parts across the course. The other fee is also paid yearly. Hostel cost is an estimate and is added only if you take a room.

Fee head	Amount	How it is charged
Tuition fee	INR 3.84 Lakhs	INR 1.92 Lakhs a year, 2 years
Other fee	INR 1.26 Lakhs	INR 63,000 a year, 2 years
Caution deposit	INR 10,000	One time, refundable
Hostel estimate	INR 1.69 Lakhs	INR 84,500 a year, 2 years
Total, no hostel	INR 5.10 Lakhs	Full course
Total with hostel	INR 6.79 Lakhs	Full course

MAHE M.Sc Systems Biology Admission Dates

The 2027 application last date is expected in Apr 2027 and classes are expected to start in Aug 2027. The 2026 intake is already in class. Watch the form closing date first, then the merit list and fee payment date.

Event	Date	Status
Application form, last date to apply	Apr 2027	Tentative
Selection document check	May 2027	Tentative
Merit list based on UG marks	Jun 2027	Tentative
Offer allotment	Jul 2027	Tentative
PGCUET score submission	Jul 2027	Tentative
First fee payment, last date	Jul 2027	Tentative
Reporting and document check	Aug 2027	Tentative
Classes start	Aug 2027	Tentative

MAHE M.Sc Systems Biology Eligibility

You need 50% in a listed UG degree. The table includes life sciences, medicine, pharmacy, veterinary, Ayurveda, homeopathy and selected engineering degrees. If your degree is outside this list, ask the Admission Cell before you pay the form fee.

Requirement	What you need
Minimum marks	50% aggregate or equal grade
Life science degrees	BSc Botany, Zoology, Biotechnology, Food Science, Nutrition or related life sciences
Health degrees	MBBS, BDS, BPharm, PharmD, BVSc, BAMS or BHMS
Engineering degrees	BE or BTech Biotechnology or Biomedical Engineering

MAHE M.Sc Systems Biology Admission Process

You apply online, upload eligibility papers and wait for the merit list. MAHE makes the first offer from qualifying marks. You then accept the offer and pay the first fee. PGCUET score is used if seats are still left.

Step	What you do
1. Apply online	Fill the MAHE form for M.Sc Systems Biology
2. Upload papers	Give UG marks and eligibility documents
3. Merit list	MAHE checks qualifying exam marks
4. Offer and fee	Accept the provisional offer and pay the first fee
5. PGCUET route	Submit PGCUET score if seats are left

MAHE M.Sc Systems Biology Cutoff

The hard cutoff is 50% UG marks, and MAHE has not published a course closing PGCUET score. The admission check is the merit list. A higher UG score helps more than a late score upload because offers start from qualifying marks.

Route	Closing rank or score	Round and year
UG marks merit	50% minimum	2026 rule
PGCUET	No public closing score	Used if seats are left
General category	Merit list by qualifying marks	2026 rule

MAHE M.Sc Systems Biology Placements

MAHE's PG 2-year batch had a median pay of INR 11.8 LPA and 78% of students placed in NIRF 2025. Systems Biology leads to bioinformatics, data analysis, research support and life sciences roles. Check department projects before you pick your lab track.

Metric	Value
Median pay	INR 11.8 LPA, PG 2-year
Batch placed	78%
Career areas	Bioinformatics, big data analysis, research labs and life sciences industry
Course skill	Biological data with computational skills

MAHE M.Sc Systems Biology Scholarships

The biggest listed MAHE-linked waiver here is INR 51,000 for eligible alumni children. The Central Sector Scheme gives INR 40,000. Most awards need income proof, category proof or a parent alumni link, so keep papers ready before admission.

Scholarship	Who can get it	Amount or waiver
MAHE Alumni Children Scholarship	General category child of a MAHE alumnus with 70% in UG	INR 51,000 estimate over the course
Central Sector Scheme	Income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year and merit proof	INR 40,000 over the course
State post-matric aid	SC or ST students with income proof	INR 1 Lakh estimate

MAHE M.Sc Systems Biology Ranking

MAHE is ranked #3 among universities and #14 overall in NIRF 2025, and it holds NAAC A++. These ranks belong to the university, not only this course. Use them with the fee, curriculum and placement data.

Ranking body	Year	Rank or grade
NIRF University	2025	#3
NIRF Overall	2025	#14
NAAC	Latest cycle	A++

MAHE M.Sc Systems Biology Course Structure

The course takes 2 years and has 4 semesters. The table shows biology, systems thinking and data work across the course. You should be ready for both lab reading and computer-based analysis from the start.

Year	What you study
Year 1	Systems biology basics, biology data and computational tools
Year 2	Bioinformatics work, projects and advanced data analysis
Project work	Research or industry-linked problem work

MAHE M.Sc Systems Biology Hostel and Campus

Student housing is listed on the course page, and the hostel estimate used here is INR 1.69 Lakhs for 2 years. MAHE also lists healthcare access, labs, libraries, sports and the Innovation Centre. Ask the hostel office about room allotment before paying for a room.

Item	Detail
Student housing	Listed by MAHE for campus students
Hostel estimate	INR 1.69 Lakhs for the full course
Academic support	Labs, libraries and Innovation Centre
Campus support	Healthcare, sports and student services

Should you pick M.Sc Systems Biology at MAHE?

This course suits students who like biology, data work and research labs.

Pick it if:

You want biology plus data work: MAHE teaches systems biology with bioinformatics, big data analysis and artificial intelligence ideas.

You need hospital and lab access: the course page lists healthcare access, the Innovation Centre and labs for practical work.

You want a short PG course: the degree takes two years, so the fee and time stay limited.

You have a PGCUET score: submit it if seats are left after the first merit list.

Skip it if:

You want only wet lab work: this course also uses coding and data analysis, so check the course outline first.

You are paying by loan: the base fee is INR 5.10 Lakhs, so compare it with the EMI tile.

You need a fixed hostel seat: student housing is listed, but allotment rules must be checked before fee payment.

Your UG marks are below 50%: the eligibility rule blocks you before the merit list.

Counsellor's advice

If you like biology with data, keep this course high after eligibility is clear. If you want only bench work, check the course outline first.

M.Sc Systems Biology Eligibility▾

Marks: you need 50% aggregate or an equal grade in the qualifying degree.

Life sciences: BSc in Botany, Zoology, Biotechnology, Food Science, Nutrition or related life sciences is accepted.

Health degrees: MBBS, BDS, BPharm, PharmD, BVSc, BAMS and BHMS are accepted.

Engineering route: BE or BTech in Biotechnology or Biomedical Engineering is accepted.

Score route: PGCUET score can be used if seats are left after the first merit list.

M.Sc Systems Biology Admission Process▾

Apply online: fill the MAHE form and choose M.Sc Systems Biology.

Upload papers: give your UG marks, degree proof and eligibility documents.

Merit list: MAHE makes the first list from qualifying exam marks.

PGCUET route: submit the PGCUET score card if MAHE asks after empty seats remain.

Join: accept the provisional offer, pay the first fee and report with original documents.

M.Sc Systems Biology 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

Apr 2027

Application form, last date to apply

Expected from the 2026 closing date. Apply before the last date.

Tentative

May 2027

Selection document check

Expected after the form closes. Keep marks and degree papers ready.

Tentative

Jun 2027

Merit list based on UG marks

Expected after document checks. Your qualifying marks decide the first offer.

Tentative

Jul 2027

Offer allotment

Expected before fee payment. Accept the provisional offer if you get it.

Tentative

Jul 2027

PGCUET score submission

Expected only if seats are left after merit offers.

Tentative

Jul 2027

First fee payment, last date

Expected before reporting. You lose the offer if the fee is not paid.

Tentative

Aug 2027

Reporting and document check

Expected near orientation. Bring original marks and degree papers.

Tentative

Aug 2027

Classes start

Expected after orientation week at Manipal.

Source: MAHE Dates to Remember and PG eligibility PDF. Confirm on the official site before you act.

MAHE M.Sc Systems Biology Fees 2027

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

Tuition fee

Per year × 2, INR 1.92 Lakhs a year

INR 3.84 Lakhs

Other fee

Per year × 2, INR 63,000 a year

INR 1.26 Lakhs

Caution deposit Refundable

One time, returned when you leave

INR 10,000

Add hostel estimate

Hostel estimate

Per year × 2, INR 84,500 a year

INR 1.69 Lakhs

Total course fee

INR 5.10 Lakhs

2 years · tuition + other fee, hostel not added

Total course fee

INR 6.79 Lakhs

2 years · tuition + other fee + hostel estimate

Education loan EMI

INR 8,599

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

231%

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

Education loan EMI

INR 11,448

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

174%

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

Source: MAHE general category fee PDF. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your score get you a seat at MAHE?

Pick your category and route. The cutoff ranges use the published 50% eligibility rule.

MAHE M.Sc Systems Biology Scholarship Calculator

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

MAHE M.Sc Systems Biology 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.

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Bharathiar University

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Amity University Noida

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Total fees2 years, no hostel

INR 5.10 Lakhs

tuition + other fee

INR 1.10 Lakhs

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Average paylatest public batch

INR 11.8 LPA

NIRF PG 2-year median

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Placement rateshare placed

78%

NIRF PG 2-year batch

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48%

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50%

28 points lower

Cutoff scoreminimum UG marks

50%

published eligibility

50%

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50%

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50%

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55%

5 points higher

Seatscourse intake

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5 fewer

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5 fewer

10 more

ROIpay vs the full fee

231%

on INR 11.8 LPA

364%

133 points higher

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58%

173 points lower

In short

Panjab University costs much less, but MAHE has higher PG median pay and placement rate. If both admit you, pick by budget first; if lab and data support matter more, keep MAHE higher.

In short

University of Hyderabad has a lower fee, while MAHE shows stronger pay and placement numbers. If your marks clear both, weigh the fee against MAHE's campus support before you decide.

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Savitribai Phule Pune University costs less, but MAHE has the stronger pay figure. If you need lower fees, compare both forms; if data labs matter more, keep MAHE above it.

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Bharathiar University is cheaper, but its listed pay and placement rate are lower. If you need a lower fee, apply there too; if campus support matters, keep MAHE higher.

In short

Amity University Noida has more seats, but MAHE costs less and shows stronger pay. If you clear MAHE eligibility, keep MAHE higher unless Noida location matters most.

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

FAQs on MAHE M.Sc Systems Biology

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is M.Sc Systems Biology at MAHE worth the fee?▾

Yes, if you want biology with data work. The fee without hostel is INR 5.10 Lakhs, and MAHE's PG 2-year median pay is INR 11.8 LPA. That makes the fee easier to defend than many private PG options. Check the EMI tile before you use a loan.

Should I take this course if I want data work in biology?▾

Yes, this course is built for that mix. MAHE says the course combines biological data with computational skills, and the career note points to big data analysis, life sciences and bioinformatics. Read the course outline before you pay so you know how much coding and analysis you will handle.

Who should skip this course at MAHE?▾

Skip it if you want only wet lab work. The course uses data analysis, bioinformatics and artificial intelligence ideas, so it is not a pure lab degree. Also skip it if 50% in the qualifying degree is not clear, because that is the first eligibility gate.

Is this course right for higher studies?▾

Yes, if you use the research side well. The course sits in a life sciences school and trains students in systems biology, computational biology and data analysis. That can help for PhD or research assistant work. Ask the department about project guides and lab work before you accept the offer.

Will I get placed after this course?▾

There is no course-only placement rate in the public data. MAHE's PG 2-year NIRF data shows 78% placed and a median pay of INR 11.8 LPA. Use that as a university-level signal, not a promise. Build data skills early and check the placement cell's life sciences recruiter list.

Is the fee worth it against the median pay?▾

It can be, if you use the course for data-heavy life sciences work. The base fee is INR 5.10 Lakhs and the median pay used here is INR 11.8 LPA, so the ROI tile shows 231%. If you add hostel, the total rises to INR 6.79 Lakhs and the ROI falls.

Should I apply with only UG marks?▾

Yes, because MAHE's first route uses qualifying exam marks. You need 50% in an accepted degree, and the merit list starts from those marks. If your score is strong, apply through that route first. Keep PGCUET ready only if MAHE asks for it later.

Is PGCUET useful for this course?▾

Yes, but mainly as a second route. The eligibility PDF says PGCUET score can be used based on merit and vacancy. That means UG marks still matter first. If you have a PGCUET score, keep the score card ready and upload it when MAHE asks.

How do I get admission to this course?▾

Apply online on the MAHE portal, upload eligibility documents and wait for the merit list. MAHE makes a provisional offer to shortlisted students. You then pay the first fee and complete admission steps. If seats remain, MAHE may use PGCUET scores for more offers.

What is the full fee for the course?▾

The full fee without hostel is INR 5.10 Lakhs for 2 years. The official fee PDF also lists a refundable INR 10,000 caution deposit. If you add the hostel estimate used here, the total becomes INR 6.79 Lakhs. Check the fee PDF before you pay.

Can I pay the fee in parts?▾

Yes. The official fee table shows two yearly fee parts for this course. The tuition fee is INR 1.92 Lakhs a year and the other fee is INR 63,000 a year. Keep the first year amount ready before the provisional offer date, because late payment can cost you the seat.

Are scholarships available for this course?▾

Yes, but confirm course fit before you count the waiver. The MAHE alumni child scholarship can cut about INR 51,000 for eligible students, and central or state schemes may add more. Use the scholarship calculator above, then check certificates and deadlines with MAHE before admission.

This page is AI assisted and human verified.

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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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