20 Jun, 2026 MAHE Manipal Fee Structure 2026-27 is out for M.Tech Industrial Biotechnology programs. The total academic fee is ₹ 4.91 Lakhs.
MAHE offers a two-year, full-time M.Tech in Biotechnology with Industrial Biotechnology at MIT Manipal. The course has 18 seats and four semesters. MIT is AICTE approved, MAHE has NAAC A++, and MIT stands #103 in Collegedunia's Engineering ranking 2026 and #59 in NIRF Engineering 2025. The full fee without hostel is INR 3.70 Lakhs, with INR 10,000 caution deposit paid separately. You enter through MET M.Tech, PGCUET or GATE weightage. The published MET M.Tech closing rank used here is 1,421. MIT's M.Tech batch had INR 9 LPA median pay and 69% placement.
The full course costs INR 3.70 Lakhs without hostel and INR 6.02 Lakhs with hostel. The tuition fee is INR 2.24 Lakhs. You pay tuition and other fees in two yearly parts. MAHE also takes INR 10,000 as a refundable caution deposit. Hostel and mess add INR 2.32 Lakhs if you take a room.
| Fee head | Amount | How it is charged |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | INR 2.24 Lakhs | INR 1.12 Lakhs a year, 2 years |
| Other fee | INR 1.46 Lakhs | INR 73,000 a year, 2 years |
| Caution deposit | INR 10,000 | One time, refundable |
| Hostel and mess | INR 2.32 Lakhs | INR 1.16 Lakhs a year, 2 years |
| Total, no hostel | INR 3.70 Lakhs | Full course |
| Total with hostel | INR 6.02 Lakhs | Full course |
The next expected step is application opening in Jan 2027. The 2027 dates are estimates because MAHE has not published that calendar yet. Watch the application form first, then the test booking window, the MET test, merit list, offer, fee payment, document check and classes.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| MET M.Tech application, last date to apply | Jan 2027 to Apr 2027 | Tentative |
| Online test booking | May 2027 | Tentative |
| Hall ticket download | May 2027 | Tentative |
| MET M.Tech test | May 2027 | Tentative |
| Merit list | Jun 2027 | Tentative |
| Counselling and provisional offer | Jun 2027 | Tentative |
| First year fee payment | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Document check and reporting | Aug 2027 | Tentative |
| Classes start | Aug 2027 | Tentative |
You need BE or B.Tech in a relevant branch with 50% aggregate marks. The table also names the test route. MAHE gives weight to qualified GATE students. If your degree is from a close branch, check it before you pay the first fee.
| Requirement | What you need |
|---|---|
| Degree | BE or B.Tech in a relevant branch |
| Marks | 50% aggregate marks or equal CGPA |
| Entrance route | MET M.Tech, PGCUET route or GATE weightage |
| Seat check | Eligibility checked before merit list and fee payment |
MAHE takes the form, checks your papers and allots by MET rank or another allowed route. You apply online, write MET M.Tech, get a merit list, attend counselling and pay the fee. If your final papers are not ready, you must submit them when MAHE asks.
| Step | What you do |
|---|---|
| 1. Apply online | Fill the MAHE form and upload papers |
| 2. Write MET | Book a slot and write the M.Tech test |
| 3. Merit list | MAHE prepares the list from the test route |
| 4. Counselling | Accept the offer for this course |
| 5. Pay fee | Pay the first year fee before the last date |
The published MET M.Tech closing rank used here is 1,421 and the safer line starts near 1,050. These are rank guideposts, not a promise. MAHE has not published a clean course cutoff for every round, so treat the checker as guidance.
| Pathway | Closing rank or score | Round and year |
|---|---|---|
| MET M.Tech | 1,421 | Round 3, 2025 |
| Safer rank | 1,050 or better | Guide range |
| Almost there | 1,051 to 1,421 | Guide range |
| GATE | Qualified score gets weight | Official route |
MIT's M.Tech batch had INR 9 LPA median pay and 69% placement. The course page names biotechnology roles and companies. Biocon, Syngene, GSK, Laurus Bio and Intas are listed for placements or internships. You should check the branch recruiter list during counselling.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median pay | INR 9 LPA, M.Tech batch |
| Batch placed | 69% |
| Roles | Biotechnology scientist, process development engineer, research associate |
| Recruiters | Biocon, Syngene, GSK, Laurus Bio, Intas |
Four routes can cut the cost from INR 37,000 to INR 86,400 in this calculator. The AICTE PG scholarship is the main M.Tech route for GATE qualified students. MAHE also lists PG merit aid, Karnataka SSP and education loan support.
| Scholarship | Who can get it | Amount or waiver |
|---|---|---|
| AICTE PG scholarship | GATE qualified M.Tech students | INR 1.50 Lakhs estimated over the course |
| MAHE M.Tech merit scholarship | MET rank holders, as per MAHE list | INR 37,000 estimated waiver |
| Karnataka SSP post-matric | Eligible reserved category students | INR 49,400 estimated support |
| Education loan interest help | Students using listed bank loan routes | Confirm with the bank |
MIT stands #103 in Collegedunia's Engineering ranking 2026 and #59 in NIRF Engineering 2025. MAHE has NAAC A++. These ranks help you judge the institute, while the fee and recruiter rows help you judge this course.
| Ranking body | Year | Rank or grade |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Engineering ranking | 2026 | #103 |
| NIRF Engineering | 2025 | #59 |
| NAAC | Latest cycle | A++ |
Semester 1 starts with advanced bioprocess engineering, molecular biology and r-DNA technology. Later terms add animal cell culture, bioreactor design, biomolecular data analytics and electives. The project work should match the job or PhD route you want.
| Term | What you study |
|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Advanced bioprocess engineering and molecular biology |
| Semester 2 | Animal cell culture and bioreactor design |
| Semester 3 | Biomolecular data analytics and electives |
| Semester 4 | Project work and dissertation |
The course has 18 sanctioned seats and is taught at MIT Manipal. The campus gives access to biotechnology labs, the Innovation Centre, libraries and computing facilities. Hostel is separate, so check room rules before you add that cost.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Sanctioned seats | 18 |
| Campus | MIT Manipal, Karnataka |
| Facilities | Labs, Innovation Centre, libraries and computing facility |
| Hostel | Separate from tuition and other fees |
This course suits students who want biotech process roles and a research-heavy campus.
The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026. A date marked Confirmed is official.
Source: MAHE dates to remember and MET schedule. Confirm on the official site before you act.
This is the full 2-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and mess. These rows use the published 2026 batch fee.
Source: MAHE fee notice. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Pick your route and timing. The cutoff ranges use the published MET M.Tech closing rank as a guide.
The published 1,421 rank is a guide, not a promise. Trust the offer letter and the fee date more than any older cutoff.
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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.
Here are the 2020 placement trends in brief at Manipal.
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Average CTC |
7.2 LPA |
|
Highest CTC |
22.38 LPA |
|
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.

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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