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.Tech Data Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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20 Jun, 2026 MAHE Manipal Fee Structure 2026-27 is out for M.Tech Data Science programs. The total academic fee is ₹ 5.63 Lakhs.

Total fees

INR 4.54 Lakhs

2 years, no hostel

Median pay

INR 12.73 LPA

NIRF PG 2-year

Cutoff

1,528

MIT PG MET, 2025

Placement rate

92%

PG batch placed

In This Page▾

01About this courseThe full course story, from fees to placements 02Should you pick it?Who it suits, who should skip it, and a counsellor's advice 03EligibilityThe marks and exam you need before you apply 04Admission ProcessEvery step from the exam to reporting 05Admission DatesThe admission calendar, step by step 06FeesThe full course cost with and without hostel 07Will your rank get you in?Closing ranks by category and route 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.Tech Data Science

MAHE offers a two-year, full-time M.Tech Data Science course at MIT Manipal with 30 seats. The course is taught on campus over four semesters. MAHE holds NAAC A++ and MIT Manipal was ranked #59 in NIRF Engineering 2025. The full fee without hostel is INR 4.54 Lakhs, paid across two years, and INR 8.01 Lakhs with hostel and living cost. You get a seat through MET or a GATE based route when seats are left. The MIT PG MET closing rank was 1,528 in 2025. The NIRF PG median pay was INR 12.73 LPA and 92% of the PG batch was placed.

MAHE M.Tech Data Science Fees

The full course costs INR 4.54 Lakhs without hostel and INR 8.01 Lakhs with hostel. The tuition fee is INR 3.76 Lakhs of that. You pay the tuition fee each year. The other academic fee is paid each year too. Hostel, mess and living cost add INR 3.47 Lakhs over two years.

Fee head	Amount	How it is charged
Tuition fee	INR 3.76 Lakhs	INR 1.88 Lakhs a year, 2 years
Other academic fee	INR 68,000	INR 34,000 a year, 2 years
Admission and caution fee	INR 10,000	One time
Hostel and mess	INR 2.27 Lakhs	INR 1.13 Lakhs a year, 2 years
Living cost	INR 1.20 Lakhs	INR 6,000 a month, 20 months
Total, no hostel	INR 4.54 Lakhs	Full course
Total with hostel	INR 8.01 Lakhs	Full course

MAHE M.Tech Data Science Admission Dates

The 2027 calendar is not out yet, and the form is expected in Apr 2027. MET test, merit list, counselling, fee payment, reporting and classes follow after that. You should keep degree marksheets and the fee receipt ready for reporting.

Event	Date	Status
MAHE application form, last date to apply	Apr 2027	Tentative
MET test for M.Tech	May 2027	Tentative
MET result and merit list	May 2027	Tentative
Counselling choice filling	Jun 2027	Tentative
Provisional seat allotment	Jun 2027	Tentative
First fee payment	Jul 2027	Tentative
Reporting and document check	Aug 2027	Tentative
Orientation week	Aug 2027	Tentative
Classes start	Aug 2027	Tentative

MAHE M.Tech Data Science Eligibility

You need a B.E. or B.Tech degree with 50% aggregate marks. The table also names MET and the GATE weightage. If your marks are below 50%, MAHE will not clear the application for this course.

Requirement	What you need
Degree	B.E. or B.Tech in a relevant branch
Marks	Minimum 50% aggregate marks
Entrance route	MET rank for M.Tech admission
GATE route	Valid GATE score gets weightage

MAHE M.Tech Data Science Admission Process

MAHE takes applications online, then uses MET rank for the merit list. You apply, write MET, check the merit list, take the allotted seat, pay the first fee and report with documents. If you miss fee payment, you lose the seat.

Step	What you do
Apply online	Fill the MAHE admission form
Write MET	Take the entrance test for M.Tech
Check merit list	MAHE ranks students by entrance score
Take the seat	Complete counselling and fee payment
Report	Give documents and join classes

MAHE M.Tech Data Science Cutoff

The MIT PG closing rank was 1,528 in 2025 and 1,170 in 2024. These are institute PG MET closing ranks. The closing rank got easier in 2025, so do not use one year alone for your choice list.

Category	Closing rank or score	Round and year
General	1,528	MIT PG MET, 2025
General	1,170	MIT PG MET, 2024
General	912	MIT PG MET, 2023

MAHE M.Tech Data Science Placements

The NIRF PG median pay was INR 12.73 LPA and 92% of the PG batch was placed. MAHE says more than 300 recruiters visit, with more than 50 Fortune 500 firms. Data roles include analyst, data engineer and machine learning engineer.

Metric	Value
Median pay	INR 12.73 LPA
Batch placed	92%
Recruiters	300+
Common roles	Data analyst, data engineer, machine learning engineer

MAHE M.Tech Data Science Scholarships

The AICTE PG scholarship can give INR 2.98 Lakhs over the course, and the MAHE interest subsidy cuts loan interest. The MAHE merit scholarship and girls scholarship depend on the college list. You must apply with income and score papers.

Scholarship	Who can get it	Amount or waiver
AICTE PG scholarship	GATE qualified students	INR 2.98 Lakhs
MAHE merit scholarship	High rank M.Tech students	INR 60,000
Girl student scholarship	Eligible girl students at MIT	INR 50,000
Education loan interest subsidy	Family income up to INR 6 Lakhs	100% interest subsidy

MAHE M.Tech Data Science Ranking

MIT Manipal was ranked #59 in NIRF Engineering 2025, and MAHE has NAAC A++ grade. The university rank is #3 in NIRF University 2025. These ranks show the larger campus strength, while the course choice still depends on data roles.

Ranking body	Year	Rank or grade
NIRF Engineering	2025	#59
NIRF University	2025	#3
NAAC	2025	A++

MAHE M.Tech Data Science Course Structure

The course has four semesters and starts with maths, computing and statistics. Later work covers analytics, machine learning, AI and deep learning. You use case studies and a project to show what you learned.

Year	What you study
Year 1	Computing, statistics, analytics and machine learning basics
Year 2	AI, deep learning, case studies and project work

MAHE M.Tech Data Science Seats and Intake

The course has 30 seats and takes two years. The seat count is small, so the class can stay close to department labs and project guides. You should still apply before the last date because merit seats fill by rank.

Quota	Seats
Approved intake	30
Duration	2 years

Should you pick M.Tech Data Science at MAHE?

This course suits students who like maths, coding and data roles in health, finance or business.

Pick it if:

You want data roles: MAHE names analyst, data engineer, machine learning engineer and data scientist jobs for this course.

You want a small PG class: the approved intake is 30 seats, so project guides can know students better.

You want the fee back soon: the median pay is higher than the full course fee, as the ROI tile shows.

You have a GATE score: MAHE gives GATE weightage, so keep that paper ready before counselling.

Skip it if:

You want pure software jobs only: this course adds statistics, analytics and machine learning, not only coding classes.

You need a low hostel cost: hostel and mess add a large amount to the full fee for two years.

You are counting on one old rank: the MIT PG closing rank changed from 912 to 1,528 across three years.

You miss the first fee date: MAHE can move the seat to the next student on the merit list.

Counsellor's advice

Take it if you want data roles and can pay the two-year fee. If you need a low cost, check the hostel total first.

M.Tech Data Science Eligibility▾

Degree marks: You need B.E. or B.Tech in a relevant branch with 50% aggregate marks.

Exam route: MET rank is used for M.Tech admission at MIT Manipal.

GATE weightage: A valid GATE score can add weight in the merit list.

Seat count: The approved intake for this course is 30 seats.

M.Tech Data Science Admission Process▾

Apply online: Fill the MAHE form before the last date for all M.Tech programs.

Write MET: Take the entrance test that MAHE uses for the M.Tech merit list.

Check merit list: MAHE ranks students by entrance score and gives GATE weightage.

Pay the fee: Pay the first fee by the given date or you lose the seat.

Report to MIT: Bring degree marksheets, ID proof and fee receipt for document check.

M.Tech Data Science 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

MAHE application form, last date to apply

Expected in Apr 2027 because the last date was 30 Apr in the last cycle.

Tentative

May 2027

MET test for M.Tech

Expected after the application form closes.

Tentative

May 2027

MET result and merit list

Expected after the entrance test score is ready.

Tentative

Jun 2027

Counselling choice filling

Expected after the merit list is published.

Tentative

Jun 2027

Provisional seat allotment

Expected after counselling choices are checked.

Tentative

Jul 2027

First fee payment

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

Tentative

Aug 2027

Physical reporting and document check

Bring degree marksheets and the fee receipt when reporting opens.

Tentative

Aug 2027

Orientation week

Expected before regular classes start.

Tentative

Aug 2027

Classes start

Expected in the first week of Aug 2027.

Source: MAHE Dates to Remember. Confirm on the official site before you act.

MAHE M.Tech Data Science 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 1.88 Lakhs a year

INR 3.76 Lakhs

Other academic fee

Per year × 2, INR 34,000 a year

INR 68,000

Admission and caution fee

One time, in year 1

INR 10,000

Add hostel + mess + living

Hostel and mess

Per year × 2, INR 1.13 Lakhs a year

INR 2.27 Lakhs

Living cost

Per month × 20, INR 6,000 a month

INR 1.20 Lakhs

Total course fee

INR 4.54 Lakhs

2 years · tuition + academic fee, hostel not added

Total course fee

INR 8.01 Lakhs

2 years · tuition + academic fee + hostel and living

Education loan EMI

INR 7,655

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

280%

median first-year pay INR 12.73 LPA vs the full fee

Education loan EMI

INR 13,505

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

159%

median first-year pay INR 12.73 LPA vs the full fee

Source: MAHE fee and refund PDF. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your rank get you Data Science at MAHE?

Pick your category and route. The cutoff ranges use MIT PG MET closing ranks.

MAHE M.Tech Data Science Scholarship Calculator

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

MAHE M.Tech Data Science 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

VIT VelloreSRMISTAmritaPES UniversityMUJ

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Manipal Academy of Higher Education

Manipal

Compared with

VIT Vellore

Vellore

Compared with

SRM Institute of Science and Technology

Chennai

Compared with

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

Coimbatore

Compared with

PES University

Bengaluru

Compared with

Manipal University Jaipur

Jaipur

Total fees2 years, no hostel

INR 4.54 Lakhs

tuition + academic fee

INR 3.80 Lakhs

INR 74,000 less

INR 3.20 Lakhs

INR 1.34 Lakhs less

INR 4.10 Lakhs

INR 44,000 less

INR 5 Lakhs

INR 46,000 more

INR 2.74 Lakhs

INR 1.80 Lakhs less

Median paylatest PG batch

INR 12.73 LPA

NIRF PG 2-year

INR 11 LPA

INR 1.73 LPA less

INR 8 LPA

INR 4.73 LPA less

INR 9.5 LPA

INR 3.23 LPA less

INR 10.5 LPA

INR 2.23 LPA less

INR 7.45 LPA

INR 5.28 LPA less

Placement rateshare of the batch placed

92%

PG batch

90%

2 points lower

82%

10 points lower

88%

4 points lower

85%

7 points lower

92%

Same placement

Closing rankPG entrance rank, General

1,528

MIT PG MET, 2025

1,900

372 places easier

2,400

872 places easier

1,300

228 places tougher

1,100

428 places tougher

2,700

1,172 places easier

Seatsthis course

MET

6 more

12 fewer

6 fewer

12 fewer

ROImedian pay vs the full fee

280%

on INR 12.73 LPA

289%

9 points higher

250%

30 points lower

232%

48 points lower

210%

70 points lower

272%

8 points lower

In short

VIT Vellore costs less and has more seats, but MAHE shows stronger median pay. If your rank clears both, compare the fee gap with the pay gap before you decide.

In short

SRMIST is cheaper and easier to enter, but MAHE shows higher pay and more seats. If the fee is your main limit, keep SRMIST as the safer choice.

In short

Amrita costs a little less, but its pay and seats are lower in this comparison. If MAHE gives you a seat, it is the stronger pick for pay.

In short

PES University costs more and is tougher to enter in this table. If you clear MAHE first, take this seat unless Bengaluru is your main reason.

In short

Manipal University Jaipur costs much less and is easier to enter, but MAHE shows higher pay. If pay matters more than fee, keep MAHE above it.

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

FAQs on MAHE M.Tech Data Science

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is M.Tech Data Science at MAHE worth the fee?▾

Yes, if you want data roles and can use the Manipal network well. The full fee without hostel is INR 4.54 Lakhs, while the NIRF PG median pay is INR 12.73 LPA. Use the EMI and ROI tiles above before you take a loan.

Should I take this seat if my rank is near the closing rank?▾

Yes, but keep one backup ready. The MIT PG closing rank was 1,528 in 2025, after 1,170 in 2024 and 912 in 2023. The close moved easier, but a 30-seat class can change fast. Use the rank checker and apply early.

What job can I get after this course?▾

You can target data analyst, business analyst, data engineer, machine learning engineer and data scientist roles. MAHE names these career paths for this course, and the PG median pay is INR 12.73 LPA. Check the placement list for the current batch before you pay.

Who should pick this course at MAHE?▾

Pick it if you like maths, coding and statistics together. The course covers analytics, AI, machine learning, deep learning and case studies. It fits students who want data roles in finance, business, economics or healthcare. Read the syllabus once before you join.

Who should skip M.Tech Data Science here?▾

Skip it if you want only software coding or a very low full cost. Hostel and living can lift the total from INR 4.54 Lakhs to INR 8.01 Lakhs. If that cost is hard, ask about scholarships and education loans first.

Is this course good for higher studies or research?▾

Yes, if you want a data science research base. The course has statistics, computational maths, AI and deep learning, so it can support later PhD work. Build a strong project in year 2 and speak to faculty early about publication work.

Should I prefer this course over a general computer science M.Tech?▾

Choose this course if your target is data work, not broad computer science. MAHE names data analyst, data engineer and machine learning engineer roles for it. If you want systems, networks or broad software depth, compare the syllabus before you decide.

Will I get placed if I am not among the top students?▾

Placement is not promised, but the campus record is strong. The page shows 92% PG placement and INR 12.73 LPA median pay. Your project, coding tests and internships will matter. Start portfolio work in the first semester, not near final placement.

Is the hostel cost worth adding?▾

It depends on your family budget and how far you live from Manipal. The hostel, mess and living estimate adds INR 3.47 Lakhs over two years. If you need campus access for labs and projects, compare that cost with rent nearby before booking.

How do I get admission to this course?▾

Apply on the MAHE portal, write MET for M.Tech and follow the merit list. A valid GATE score can add weight. After allotment, pay the first fee and report with degree papers. Missing the fee date can make you lose the seat.

Can scholarships reduce the fee?▾

Yes, but only if you match the scheme rules. The AICTE PG scholarship can give INR 2.98 Lakhs for GATE qualified students, and MAHE lists an education loan interest subsidy. Use the scholarship calculator above and confirm documents with the admission office.

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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