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MAHE Manipal M.Tech Computer Aided Analysis And Design: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility
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20 Jun, 2026 MAHE Manipal Fee Structure 2026-27 is out for M.Tech Computer Aided Analysis And Design programs. The total academic fee is ₹ 5.65 Lakhs.
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About MAHE M.Tech CAAD
MAHE offers a two-year, full-time M.Tech CAAD at MIT Manipal through the School of Mechanical Engineering. The course has four semesters and trains students in computer based design, product analysis and mechanical system work. MAHE has NAAC A++ and MIT Manipal stands #59 in NIRF Engineering 2025. The full fee without hostel is INR 4.44 Lakhs. Admission is through the online MAHE form, MET or PGCUET, with weightage for a valid GATE score. The course has 30 seats. The latest MIT overall average pay is INR 12.31 LPA, and the CAAD file shows 74% placement.
MAHE M.Tech CAAD Fees
The total fees with hostel is INR 6.77 Lakhs and the total without hostel is INR 4.44 Lakhs. The tuition fee is INR 2.74 Lakhs. You pay the fee in two yearly parts across the course. MAHE fixes the fee in its yearly fee PDF. The refundable caution deposit is separate from the total used for fee and ROI.
| Fee head | Amount | How it is charged |
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| Tuition fee | INR 2.74 Lakhs | INR 1.37 Lakhs a year, 2 years |
| Other academic fee | INR 1.70 Lakhs | INR 85,000 a year, 2 years |
| Caution deposit | INR 10,000 | One time, refundable |
| Hostel and mess | INR 2.33 Lakhs | INR 1.165 Lakhs a year, 2 years |
| Total, no hostel | INR 4.44 Lakhs | Full course |
| Total with hostel | INR 6.77 Lakhs | Full course |
MAHE M.Tech CAAD Admission Dates
The 2027 form is expected to open in Jan 2027 and the last date to apply is expected on 30 Apr 2027. Classes start in Jul 2027. These dates follow the 2026 MAHE admission page. You should check the portal again before paying the application fee.
| Event | Date | Status |
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| Application form opens | Jan 2027 | Tentative |
| Application form, last date to apply | 30 Apr 2027 | Tentative |
| MET or PGCUET test | May 2027 | Tentative |
| Merit list and offer | May 2027 | Tentative |
| Online counselling and seat allotment | Jun 2027 | Tentative |
| First-year fee payment | Jun 2027 | Tentative |
| Document check and reporting | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Classes start | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
MAHE M.Tech CAAD Eligibility
You need 50% in a relevant B.E. or B.Tech degree. The same table also names MET or PGCUET and GATE weightage. You apply only after your degree marks are ready. If you fall below 50%, the form can be rejected before the merit list.
| Requirement | What you need |
|---|---|
| Degree | B.E. or B.Tech in a relevant branch |
| Marks | 50% aggregate |
| Exam | MET or PGCUET, as notified by MAHE |
| GATE | Valid score gets weightage |
MAHE M.Tech CAAD Admission Process
MAHE takes the form online and makes the merit list from the exam score and other published rules. You apply, write MET or PGCUET if asked, then accept the offer. Pay the first fee part by the date in the offer letter or you lose the seat.
| Step | What you do |
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| 1. Apply online | Fill the MAHE application form |
| 2. Write the test | Take MET or PGCUET if the course asks for it |
| 3. Check merit list | Read the offer and counselling mail |
| 4. Pay fee | Pay the first fee part by the deadline |
| 5. Report | Bring degree papers for document check |
MAHE M.Tech CAAD Cutoff
The published entry gate is 50% in a relevant B.E. or B.Tech degree. A score of 70% or above is a safer range for the merit list. MAHE does not publish a public closing rank for this course, so the score checker uses the published marks gate.
| Profile | Score range | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Strong profile | 70% and above | Safer range for the merit list |
| Eligible profile | 50% to 69% | Eligible, but the merit list decides |
| Not eligible | Below 50% | Does not meet the published gate |
MAHE M.Tech CAAD Placements
The latest MIT overall average pay is INR 12.31 LPA and the course file shows 20 of 27 students placed. That is a 74% placement rate for CAAD in 2021-22. The course page names GE India, Honeywell, Altair, Bosch, L&T and TCS for design and analysis roles.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average pay | INR 12.31 LPA, MIT overall |
| Batch placed | 74% |
| Placed students | 20 of 27 |
| Recruiters | GE India, Honeywell, Altair, Bosch, L&T, TCS |
| Roles | Design, analysis, product work, R&D |
MAHE M.Tech CAAD Scholarships
The largest listed waiver here is INR 88,800 and the alumni waiver is INR 44,400. The M.Tech merit scholarship is tied to MET rank and admission under the General category. The alumni scheme is for children of MAHE alumni, and renewal needs passing marks.
| Scholarship | Who can get it | Amount or waiver |
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| M.Tech merit scholarship | General category with MET rank | INR 88,800 |
| MAHE alumni child scholarship | Child of a MAHE alumnus | INR 44,400 |
| Girl student scholarship | Meritorious girl student at MIT | INR 88,800 |
| Konkani speaking student scholarship | Konkani speaking student who qualifies | INR 44,400 |
MAHE M.Tech CAAD Ranking
MAHE has NAAC A++ and MIT Manipal stands #59 in NIRF Engineering 2025. Collegedunia lists MAHE at #103 in Engineering 2026. These ranks help you judge the institute name, while the fee and placement rows above judge this course.
| Ranking body | Year | Rank or grade |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Engineering | 2026 | #103 |
| NIRF Engineering | 2025 | #59 |
| NAAC | 2024 | A++ |
MAHE M.Tech CAAD Course Structure
The course has 2 years and 4 semesters. Year 1 focuses on modelling, finite element ideas and CAE tools. Year 2 moves to electives, project work and research writing. You should be comfortable with mechanics, maths and software tools before you join.
| Year | What you study |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | Modelling, analysis, simulation and CAE labs |
| Year 2 | Electives, project work and research paper writing |
Should you pick M.Tech CAAD at MAHE?
This course suits students who want design analysis work and can handle a tool-heavy mechanical course.
M.Tech CAAD Eligibility▾
M.Tech CAAD Admission Process▾
M.Tech CAAD 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: MIT Manipal admissions page. Confirm on the official site before you act.
MAHE M.Tech CAAD Fees 2027
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This is the full 2-year cost, not one year. The rows use the 2026-27 fee until MAHE posts the 2027 fee. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and mess.
Source: MAHE 2026 general 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 minimum marks and the merit route.
There is no public closing rank for this course. Treat 50% only as the entry gate; the merit list still decides the seat.
MAHE M.Tech CAAD Scholarship Calculator
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MAHE M.Tech CAAD 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.
Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.
FAQs on MAHE M.Tech CAAD
Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.
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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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