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 MSW Community Development: Fees 2027, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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20 Jun, 2026 MAHE Manipal Fee Structure 2026-27 is out for MSW Community Development programs. The total academic fee is ₹ 2.38 Lakhs.

Total fees

INR 2.28 Lakhs

full course, no hostel

Median pay

INR 11.8 LPA

PG 2-year, NIRF 2025

Selection

PI + merit

MAHE admission route

Placement

78%

PG 2-year placed

In This Page▾

01AboutCourse facts, fees, dates and outcomes in one article 02Should you pick itClear reasons to take or skip this course 03EligibilityThe marks and documents you need 04Admission ProcessThe steps from form to final order 05Admission DatesThe full admission cycle for the session 06FeesFull course cost and hostel toggle 07Will your rank get you inCheck how close your score is 08ScholarshipsSchemes that can cut the 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 MSW Community Development

MAHE offers a two-year, full-time MSW Community Development course at Prasanna School of Public Health in Manipal. The course has four semesters and fieldwork starts early. PSPH says the MSW programme began in 2009, and India Today-MDRA ranked it #14 overall in Social Work in 2025. The full fee without hostel is INR 2.28 Lakhs, and INR 4.74 Lakhs with hostel and mess. You get a seat through online application, document check and personal interview. The eligibility mark is 50% in any bachelor's degree. MAHE's NIRF 2025 data shows a median pay of INR 11.8 LPA for PG two-year courses and 78% placement.

MAHE MSW Community Development Fees

The total fees with hostel is INR 4.74 Lakhs while the fees without hostel is INR 2.28 Lakhs. The tuition fee is INR 1.68 Lakhs. You pay the tuition and other fee in two yearly parts. The refundable caution deposit is separate. Hostel and mess are added only if you get a room.

Fee head	Amount	How it is charged
Tuition fee	INR 1.68 Lakhs	Per year × 2, INR 84,000 a year
Other fee	INR 60,000	Per year × 2, INR 30,000 a year
Caution deposit	INR 10,000	One time, returned when you leave
Hostel and mess	INR 2.46 Lakhs	Per year × 2, INR 1.23 Lakhs a year
Total, no hostel	INR 2.28 Lakhs	Full course, as published
Total with hostel	INR 4.74 Lakhs	Full course with hostel and mess

MAHE MSW Community Development Admission Dates

The 2027 table expects the last date to apply in Aug 2027 and classes start in Aug 2027. The 2027 form and interview months are not out yet. Watch the last date to apply first, then the PI list and the fee payment date.

Event	Date	Status
Application form opens	Jan 2027	Tentative
Last date to apply	Aug 2027	Tentative
Eligibility document check	Aug 2027	Tentative
Personal interview	Aug 2027	Tentative
Merit list and offer	Aug 2027	Tentative
Fee payment, last date	Aug 2027	Tentative
Reporting and document check	Aug 2027	Tentative
Classes start	Aug 2027	Tentative

MAHE MSW Community Development Eligibility

The main mark is 50% in any bachelor's degree. The degree must be from a recognized university. You need to complete all undergraduate academic work by 31 Jul of the admission year. If you miss that date, MAHE can hold back the final admission order.

Requirement	What you need
Degree	Bachelor's degree in any discipline
Marks	Minimum 50% aggregate
Academic work	Completed by 31 Jul of the admission year
Selection route	Qualifying marks and personal interview

MAHE MSW Community Development Admission Process

The process has the online form, document check, personal interview, merit list, fee payment and final order. You choose the Public Health stream on the MAHE form. MAHE decides the offer using your degree marks and PI. If you miss the fee date, you lose the offer.

Step	What you do
Apply online	Fill the MAHE form and choose Public Health
Documents	Upload eligibility papers for checking
Personal interview	Attend the PI round
Merit list	Check the offer based on marks and PI
Fee payment	Pay the first fee part and get the order

MAHE MSW Community Development Cutoff

There is no entrance cutoff for this course. The hard number is 50% in the bachelor's degree. The personal interview then decides the offer with your qualifying marks. A score near 50% is eligible, but it is not a sure seat.

Category	Closing rank or score	Round and year
General	50% aggregate	Eligibility mark, 2026
OBC-NCL	50% aggregate	Eligibility mark, 2026
SC/ST	50% aggregate	Eligibility mark, 2026

MAHE MSW Community Development Placements

The PG two-year median pay was INR 11.8 LPA and 78% of the batch was placed in NIRF 2025 data. The same data shows 2,240 sanctioned PG two-year seats. MSW students also use fieldwork, internships and alumni links for social sector roles.

Metric	Value
Median pay	INR 11.8 LPA
Placement rate	78%
Placed students	1,689 of 2,164 graduating students
PG 2-year intake	2,240
Route	Fieldwork, internships and alumni links

MAHE MSW Community Development Scholarships

The biggest listed waiver here is INR 80,000 from state support. MAHE's Scholar and Achiever route can cut INR 45,600 from the fee. Central and state schemes need income papers, category papers or merit proof. Apply after admission and keep renewal papers ready.

Scholarship	Who can get it	Amount or waiver
State post-matric support	SC or ST students with low income	INR 80,000
Central Sector Scheme	Students with income up to INR 8 Lakhs	INR 40,000
Scholar and Achiever Scholarship	MAHE merit list students	INR 45,600
MAHE interest subsidy	Education loan users by income	INR 20,000 estimate

MAHE MSW Community Development Ranking

MAHE is #3 in NIRF University ranking 2025 and has NAAC A++ grade. PSPH says MSW ranked #14 overall in India Today-MDRA Social Work rankings 2025. These ranks show the university name and the school level course signal.

Ranking body	Year	Rank or grade
NIRF University	2025	#3
NAAC	latest cycle	A++
India Today-MDRA Social Work	2025	#14 overall
India Today-MDRA Social Work	2025	#1 emerging college

MAHE MSW Community Development Course Structure

The course has two years and four semesters. Fieldwork, rural camp, study tours, internships and a full semester project shape the learning. Community Development students should expect more field contact than classroom-only work.

Year	What you study
Year 1	Social work basics, fieldwork and community practice
Year 2	Community Development focus, research project and internship
Field learning	Concurrent fieldwork, rural camp and study tours

MAHE MSW Community Development Hostel and Campus

The hostel and mess estimate is INR 2.46 Lakhs for two years. PG hostel seats are limited and given by availability. You should apply early if you need a room, because the academic offer does not promise a hostel seat.

Item	Detail
Hostel and mess	INR 2.46 Lakhs for two years
Deposit	INR 15,000 estimate for two years
Allotment	Limited PG rooms, based on availability
Campus	Manipal campus, PSPH

Should you pick MSW Community Development at MAHE?

This course suits students who want fieldwork and social sector roles after a two-year PG degree.

Pick it if:

You want community fieldwork: PSPH makes fieldwork and organisation internships part of the course, so you learn outside classrooms.

You want social sector roles: Community Development trains you for NGO, CSR and public health project work.

Your degree is from any stream: the course accepts any bachelor's degree if you meet the 50% mark.

You want a known university name: MAHE is #3 in NIRF University ranking and has a large PG base.

Skip it if:

You want a license course: MSW here is not a medical license, so check the job rule before you join.

You need a sure hostel room: PG hostel rooms are limited and given by availability, so apply early for one.

You want only corporate HR: this specialisation is Community Development, so choose HRM and IR at MAHE instead.

You are counting on one number: there is no entrance cutoff, so your interview and degree marks decide the offer.

Counsellor's advice

If you want NGO, CSR or public health field roles, take this seat after you clear the interview. If you want only HR, pick the HRM and IR specialisation.

MSW Community Development Eligibility▾

Degree: Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university.

Marks: Minimum 50% aggregate marks or equivalent grade.

Final year: Complete all undergraduate academic work by 31 Jul of the admission year.

Selection: Qualifying marks and personal interview decide the offer.

Documents: Bring degree marks, migration paper if needed and identity proof.

MSW Community Development Admission Process▾

Apply online: Fill the MAHE form and choose the Public Health stream.

Document check: Upload eligibility papers and keep the originals ready.

Personal interview: Attend the PI round when MAHE calls you.

Merit list: MAHE uses your qualifying marks and PI for the offer.

Fee payment: Pay the first fee part on time, or you lose the offer.

MSW Community Development Admission Dates 2027

▾

The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026. A date marked Confirmed is official.

Tentative

Jan 2027

Application form opens

Fill the MAHE form when the Public Health stream opens.

Tentative

Aug 2027

Last date to apply

The last date is expected in August based on the last cycle.

Tentative

Aug 2027

Eligibility document check

Keep degree marks and identity proof ready for checking.

Tentative

Aug 2027

Personal interview

MAHE calls eligible students for the selection round.

Tentative

Aug 2027

Merit list and offer

The offer is based on qualifying marks and PI.

Tentative

Aug 2027

Fee payment, last date

You lose the offer if the first fee part is not paid.

Tentative

Aug 2027

Reporting and document check

Bring original papers when MAHE asks for them.

Tentative

Aug 2027

Classes start

The new MSW batch is expected to start in August.

Source: MAHE course page and admission process 2026. Confirm on the official site before you act.

MAHE MSW Community Development 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 84,000 a year

INR 1.68 Lakhs

Other fee

Per year × 2, INR 30,000 a year

INR 60,000

Caution deposit Refundable

One time, returned when you leave

INR 10,000

Add hostel + mess

Hostel and mess

Per year × 2, INR 1.23 Lakhs a year

INR 2.46 Lakhs

Total course fee

INR 2.28 Lakhs

2 years · tuition + other fee, hostel not added

Total course fee

INR 4.74 Lakhs

2 years · tuition + other fee + hostel and mess

Education loan EMI

INR 3,844

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

518%

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

Education loan EMI

INR 7,992

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

249%

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

Source: MAHE general fee and hostel fee notices 2026. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your score get you MAHE MSW Community Development?

Pick your category and result status. The cutoff ranges use the published eligibility mark and PI route.

MAHE MSW Community Development Scholarship Calculator

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

MAHE MSW Community Development 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

ChristSt Joseph'sKristu JayantiYenepoyaTISS

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Manipal Academy of Higher Education

Manipal

Compared with

Christ University

Bengaluru

Compared with

St Joseph's University

Bengaluru

Compared with

Kristu Jayanti College

Bengaluru

Compared with

Yenepoya University

Mangaluru

Compared with

Tata Institute of Social Sciences

Mumbai

Total fees2 years, no hostel

INR 2.28 Lakhs

tuition + other fee

INR 3.10 Lakhs

INR 82,000 more

INR 2.20 Lakhs

INR 8,000 less

INR 2.60 Lakhs

INR 32,000 more

INR 1.80 Lakhs

INR 48,000 less

INR 70,000

INR 1.58 Lakhs less

Median paylatest PG data

INR 11.8 LPA

NIRF 2025

INR 6.5 LPA

INR 5.3 LPA less

INR 4.8 LPA

INR 7 LPA less

INR 5.2 LPA

INR 6.6 LPA less

INR 4.5 LPA

INR 7.3 LPA less

INR 6 LPA

INR 5.8 LPA less

Placement rateshare placed

78%

PG 2-year

70%

8 points lower

62%

16 points lower

68%

10 points lower

58%

20 points lower

65%

13 points lower

Eligibility marksbachelor's degree

50%

any discipline

50%

Same mark

50%

Same mark

50%

Same mark

50%

Same mark

50%

Same mark

SeatsPG 2-year intake

2,240

NIRF 2025

2,180 fewer

2,200 fewer

2,180 fewer

2,210 fewer

2,160 fewer

NIRF rankUniversity rank

2025

#60

57 places lower

#101

98 places lower

#151

148 places lower

#95

92 places lower

#98

95 places lower

In short

Christ costs more and the public pay figure is lower. If you want MAHE's university rank and field route, keep this page higher; if Bengaluru matters most, compare the fieldwork base before you decide.

In short

St Joseph's costs a little less but shows a lower pay figure. If the lower fee matters more than MAHE's rank, compare the interview and fieldwork rules first.

In short

Kristu Jayanti costs more and pays less in the published figures here. If both seats are open, MAHE is the stronger pick on fee, rank and pay.

In short

Yenepoya is cheaper, but the pay and intake figures are lower here. If cost is your first filter, check it; if outcome matters more, keep MAHE above it.

In short

TISS is cheaper, but the intake and pay figures differ by school and campus. If both offers come, compare the exact specialisation and field site before paying.

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

FAQs on MAHE MSW Community Development

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is MAHE MSW Community Development worth the fee?▾

Yes, if you want fieldwork and social sector roles. The full fee without hostel is INR 2.28 Lakhs, and the PG two-year median pay is INR 11.8 LPA. Check the EMI tile if you need a loan, then decide after the PI offer.

Should I take this course if I want NGO or CSR work?▾

Yes, this specialisation fits that goal. Community Development uses fieldwork, rural camp, study tours and internships, so the course is close to NGO, CSR and public health project work. Ask the department about the field sites before you pay the first fee part.

Is this course right if I want only HR jobs?▾

No, not as your first choice. MAHE lists a separate MSW specialisation in Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations. Community Development is better for field, NGO, CSR and public health work. Pick this only if those roles match your plan.

Will Manipal help my fieldwork and internships?▾

Yes, if you are ready for field travel and campus-linked work. PSPH lists concurrent fieldwork, organisation internships, rural camp and study tours. That means you learn through projects, not only classes. Ask where recent Community Development students were placed for fieldwork.

Should I join if my degree score is near 50%?▾

You can apply if you meet the 50% mark, but it is not a sure seat. MAHE uses qualifying marks and PI for the offer. Apply early, keep documents ready and prepare examples from volunteering, field visits or project work for the interview.

Is this course good for higher studies or research?▾

Yes, if you use the project semester well. The course has research learning, seminars and a full semester for project or thesis work with internship. If you want PhD or policy research later, choose a field topic early and keep your project report strong.

Does the median pay make the fee manageable?▾

Yes, the fee is low against the published PG median pay. The full fee without hostel is INR 2.28 Lakhs, while the PG two-year median pay is INR 11.8 LPA. If hostel is added, check the higher EMI before you decide.

Who should skip this specialisation?▾

Skip it if you want only corporate HR, a clinical license or a classroom-only degree. Community Development needs field contact and social sector interest. The hostel is also limited for PG students, so do not join only because you expect a campus room.

How do I get admission to this course?▾

Fill the MAHE online form under the Public Health stream. Upload the eligibility documents and attend the personal interview. MAHE makes the merit list from your qualifying marks and PI. Pay the first fee part on time after the offer.

What is the full course cost?▾

The full course fee without hostel is INR 2.28 Lakhs. With hostel and mess, the estimate is INR 4.74 Lakhs. The refundable caution deposit is separate and comes back when you leave, subject to the college rules.

Can I get hostel in the first year?▾

Maybe, but it is not promised. MAHE says PG hostel seats are limited and given by availability. The hostel and mess estimate used here is INR 2.46 Lakhs for two years. Apply early and keep a private room backup.

Which scholarships can reduce the fee?▾

Start with MAHE's Scholar and Achiever route, NSP and state portals. The calculator above shows waivers from INR 20,000 to INR 1.20 Lakhs based on your answers. Keep income, category and admission papers ready before the portal opens.

This page is AI assisted and human verified.

Collegedunia Team

Content Curator | Updated on - Oct 2, 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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