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 Information Security: Fees 2027, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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20 Jun, 2026 MAHE Manipal Fee Structure 2026-27 is out for M.Tech Information Security programs. The total academic fee is ₹ 4.26 Lakhs.

Total fees

INR 4.26 Lakhs

2 years, no hostel

Median pay

INR 7.5 LPA

PG 2-year NIRF data

Score guide

70+

PGCUET General safer score

Seat intake

Sanctioned intake

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 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 score get you in?Score ranges 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 InfoSec

MAHE offers a 2-year, full-time M.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (Information Security) at Manipal Institute of Technology. The course takes 4 semesters on campus and is part of a NAAC A++ university ranked #3 in NIRF University ranking 2025. The full fee without hostel is INR 4.26 Lakhs, and admission is through PGCUET or a valid GATE score. The sanctioned intake is 30 seats. The latest PG 2-year median pay used on this page is INR 7.5 LPA, with a 70% placement guide for this course group.

MAHE M.Tech Information Security Fees

The total fees with hostel is INR 7.06 Lakhs, while the fees without hostel is INR 4.26 Lakhs. The tuition fee is INR 2.62 Lakhs. You pay the tuition fee year by year. MAHE also adds other fees and a refundable caution deposit. Hostel and mess are added only if you take a room.

Fee head	Amount	How it is charged
Tuition fee	INR 2.62 Lakhs	Per year × 2, INR 1.31 Lakhs a year
Other fee	INR 1.64 Lakhs	Per year × 2, INR 82,000 a year
Caution deposit	INR 10,000	One time, returned when you leave
Hostel and mess	INR 2.80 Lakhs	Per year × 2, INR 1.40 Lakhs a year
Total, no hostel	INR 4.26 Lakhs	Full course
Total with hostel	INR 7.06 Lakhs	Full course

MAHE M.Tech Information Security Admission Dates 2027

The application form is open from 1 Sep 2026 to 30 Apr 2027. The PGCUET test is expected in May 2027 and classes start in Jul 2027. Submit the form before the last date, then watch the merit list and fee date.

Event	Date	Status
Application form opens	1 Sep 2026	Over
Last date to apply	30 Apr 2027	Confirmed
PGCUET slot booking	May 2027	Tentative
PGCUET test	May 2027	Tentative
Result and merit list	Jun 2027	Tentative
Provisional offer	Jun 2027	Tentative
Fee payment, last date	Jun 2027	Tentative
Document check	Jul 2027	Tentative
Classes start	Jul 2027	Tentative

MAHE M.Tech Information Security Eligibility

You need a BE or B.Tech degree with 50% marks. The course accepts Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics and related branches. You can use PGCUET or GATE. If your documents do not match, MAHE can hold the offer until you give the right papers.

Requirement	What you need
Degree	BE or B.Tech in a related engineering branch
Marks	50% aggregate marks
Entrance route	PGCUET or valid GATE score
Documents	Degree marks sheets and transfer papers

MAHE M.Tech Information Security Admission Process

You apply online, upload papers, write PGCUET if needed and wait for the merit list. MAHE then sends the offer and you pay the fee by the given date. If you miss the fee date, you lose the seat.

Step	What you do
1. Apply online	Fill the MAHE form and upload papers
2. Write PGCUET	Book a slot if you do not use GATE
3. Check merit list	MAHE lists students by score and eligibility
4. Pay fee	Accept the offer and pay by the last date
5. Report	Finish document check before classes start

MAHE M.Tech Information Security Cutoff

The General safer score is 70 and above, while the OBC guide is 65 and above. These are PGCUET score ranges used for this page because MAHE has not published a fixed closing score. Use them as a guide, not as a promise.

Category	Closing score or guide	Round and year
General	70 and above	PGCUET guide, 2027
OBC-NCL	65 and above	PGCUET guide, 2027
SC	55 and above	PGCUET guide, 2027
ST	55 and above	PGCUET guide, 2027
EWS	60 and above	PGCUET guide, 2027

MAHE M.Tech Information Security Placements

The latest PG 2-year median pay is INR 7.5 LPA and the placement guide used here is 70%. Security, cloud, network and forensic roles fit this course best. The official course page also points to network security engineers, security architects and security officers.

Metric	Value
Median pay	INR 7.5 LPA
Placement guide	70%
Course paths	Network security, security architecture, cyber forensics
Recruiter type	IT services, cloud, security and consulting teams

MAHE M.Tech Information Security Scholarships

Four schemes can cut the fee by INR 40,000 to INR 2.98 Lakhs. The AICTE PG Scholarship gives the biggest amount. MAHE merit support can cut 20% of the program fee, and state schemes need category and income papers.

Scholarship	Who can get it	Amount or waiver
AICTE PG Scholarship	GATE-qualified PG student as per AICTE rules	INR 2.98 Lakhs
MAHE M.Tech Merit	Merit rank, General category, as per MAHE rules	INR 85,200
EWS support	EWS certificate and income papers	INR 50,000
Karnataka SSP support	OBC-NCL or reserved category with state papers	INR 40,000

MAHE M.Tech Information Security Ranking

MAHE stands #3 in NIRF University ranking 2025 and has NAAC A++. These two facts show the university's wider academic strength. For this course, also check the MIT Manipal department page, fee sheet and admission offer before paying.

Ranking body	Year	Rank or grade
NIRF University	2025	#3
NAAC	2023	A++
Course campus	2027	MIT Manipal

MAHE M.Tech Information Security Course Structure

The 4 semesters cover data structures, networks, machine learning, cryptanalysis and cyber forensics. Advanced security topics start early, and the project work matters for jobs and research. Choose it only if you like maths, systems and security labs.

Semester	What you study
Semester 1	Advanced data structures and advanced computer networks
Semester 2	Machine learning, cryptanalysis and distributed security
Semester 3	Cloud security, IoT security and cyber forensics
Semester 4	Project work, research or industry work

Should you pick M.Tech Information Security at MAHE?

This course suits students who want cyber security roles and can study maths, networks and systems.

Pick it if:

You want security roles: the course names network security, cloud security and cyber forensics as job paths.

You like lab work: the syllabus has cryptanalysis, cloud security and IoT security, so projects matter from semester one.

You want a small batch: the sanctioned intake is 30, so faculty can track project work closely.

Your score is near 70: keep this course high, because the score guide above that mark is safer.

Skip it if:

You want only coding jobs: many roles here test security, networks and forensics, not only software development.

You need a fast payback: the median pay is INR 7.5 LPA, so compare it with the full fee first.

You dislike research papers: the course points to research roles, and the final semester needs strong project proof.

You cannot pay on time: MAHE asks for fee payment after the offer, and missing it can cost the seat.

Counsellor's advice

If you want cyber security roles, take this seat after checking the fee. If you want only software jobs, compare the syllabus first.

M.Tech Information Security Eligibility▾

Degree: You need BE or B.Tech in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics or a related branch.

Marks: You need 50% aggregate marks in the qualifying degree.

Entrance route: Apply with PGCUET or a valid GATE score, as MAHE asks for the seat cycle.

Documents: Keep degree marks sheets, transfer papers and identity proof ready for the check.

M.Tech Information Security Admission Process▾

Apply online: Fill the MAHE form, choose this M.Tech course and upload your degree papers.

Write the test: Book the PGCUET slot if you are not using a valid GATE score.

Check merit: MAHE makes the merit list from the score and your eligibility documents.

Pay the fee: Accept the provisional offer and pay by the last date, or you lose the seat.

Report: Finish document check at Manipal before classes start.

M.Tech Information Security Admission Dates 2027

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These are the official 2027 dates. Tap 2028 Session for expected dates of the next batch.

2027 Session2028 Session

The 2028 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2027.

1 Sep 2026 to 30 Apr 2027Confirmed

Application form and last date to apply

Last date to apply is 30 Apr 2027. Submit the form before this date.

May 2027Tentative

PGCUET slot booking

Book the test slot when MAHE opens the slot page.

May 2027Tentative

PGCUET test

Write the test in the slot allotted to you.

Jun 2027Tentative

Result and merit list

MAHE lists students by score and eligibility.

Jun 2027Tentative

Provisional offer

Accept the offer if this course is your choice.

Jun 2027Tentative

Fee payment, last date

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

Jul 2027Tentative

Document check

Bring original marks sheets and identity proof for the check.

Jul 2027Tentative

Classes start

Reach campus before teaching starts.

Sep 2027 to Apr 2028Tentative

Application form and last date to apply

The form is expected to close in Apr 2028.

May 2028Tentative

PGCUET slot booking

Book the test slot when the page opens.

May 2028Tentative

PGCUET test

Write the entrance test in the given slot.

Jun 2028Tentative

Result and merit list

MAHE is expected to publish the merit list in Jun 2028.

Jun 2028Tentative

Provisional offer

Accept the offer if you want this course.

Jun 2028Tentative

Fee payment, last date

Pay before the last date to keep the seat.

Jul 2028Tentative

Document check

Carry your degree papers for the check.

Jul 2028Tentative

Classes start

Classes are expected to start in Jul 2028.

Source: MAHE admission pages. Confirm on the official site before you act.

MAHE M.Tech Information Security Fees 2027

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

Tuition fee

Per year × 2, INR 1.31 Lakhs a year

INR 2.62 Lakhs

Other fee

Per year × 2, INR 82,000 a year

INR 1.64 Lakhs

Caution deposit Refundable

One time, returned when you leave

INR 10,000

Add hostel + mess

Hostel and mess

Per year × 2, INR 1.40 Lakhs a year

INR 2.80 Lakhs

Total course fee

INR 4.26 Lakhs

2 years · tuition + other fee, hostel not added

Total course fee

INR 7.06 Lakhs

2 years · tuition + other fee + hostel and mess

Education loan EMI

INR 7,183

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

176%

average first-year pay INR 7.5 LPA vs the full fee

Education loan EMI

INR 11,904

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

106%

average first-year pay INR 7.5 LPA vs the full fee

Source: MAHE 2026 General Category Course Fees. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your score get you M.Tech Information Security at MAHE?

Pick your category and route. The cutoff ranges are course guides because MAHE has not published fixed scores.

MAHE M.Tech Information Security Scholarship Calculator

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

MAHE M.Tech Information Security 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 VelloreSRM KTRAmrita CBEPES UniversityMU Jaipur

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Manipal Academy of Higher Education

Manipal

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VIT Vellore

Vellore

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SRM Institute of Science and Technology

Chennai

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Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

Coimbatore

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PES University

Bengaluru

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Manipal University Jaipur

Jaipur

Total fees2 years, no hostel

INR 4.26 Lakhs

tuition + other fee

INR 4.16 Lakhs

INR 10,000 less

INR 4.52 Lakhs

INR 26,000 more

INR 5.02 Lakhs

INR 76,000 more

INR 3.90 Lakhs

INR 36,000 less

INR 4.80 Lakhs

INR 54,000 more

Average paylatest batch

INR 7.5 LPA

PG 2-year median

INR 7 LPA

INR 0.5 LPA less

INR 8 LPA

INR 0.5 LPA more

INR 6.5 LPA

INR 1 LPA less, Class of 2024

INR 7.5 LPA

Same pay

INR 6.8 LPA

INR 0.7 LPA less

Placement rateshare of the batch placed

70%

course group guide

65%

5 points lower

72%

2 points higher

68%

2 points lower, Class of 2024

70%

Same placement

60%

10 points lower

Closing scorePGCUET score, General

safer score guide

5 fewer

5 more

10 fewer

Same score

10 fewer

Seatsthis course

sanctioned intake

Same seats

30 more

Same seats

6 fewer

Same seats

ROIaverage pay vs the full fee

176%

on INR 7.5 LPA

168%

8 points lower

177%

1 point higher

129%

47 points lower

192%

16 points higher

156%

20 points lower

In short

VIT Vellore costs a little less but shows lower pay on this table. If MAHE gives you this seat and you want security labs, take MAHE after checking the fee.

In short

SRM KTR has more seats and a higher pay number, but its fee is higher. If your score clears both, compare the course list before you choose.

In short

Amrita CBE costs more on this table and has lower pay. If MAHE gives you the security course, keep Amrita only if its campus fit matters more.

In short

PES University costs less and has a higher ROI, but this table shows fewer seats. If you need the Manipal research setting, MAHE can still fit better.

In short

Manipal University Jaipur is easier on score but pays less in this table. If MAHE allots you the seat, take it over waiting for another round.

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

FAQs on MAHE M.Tech Information Security

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is M.Tech Information Security at MAHE worth the fee?▾

Yes, if you want cyber security roles and can use the lab-heavy course well. The full fee without hostel is INR 4.26 Lakhs, and the median pay used here is INR 7.5 LPA. Check the EMI in the fee block before you take a loan.

Should I take this course if my PGCUET score is near 70?▾

Yes, keep it high on your list if your score is around 70 or better. The checker uses 70 and above as a safer General score guide because MAHE has not published a fixed closing score. Check your category in the checker before you pay.

What jobs can this course lead to?▾

It can lead to security and systems roles. The official course page points to network security engineers, security architects, cyber forensics and information systems security officer roles. If you want these roles, build projects from semester one and keep proof of lab work ready.

Who should choose this course at MAHE?▾

Choose it if you like networks, cryptography, cloud security and forensic work. The course has 30 seats and covers four semesters, so projects and faculty guidance matter. It fits students who want security roles more than plain software development roles.

Who should skip this course at MAHE?▾

Skip it if you want only general coding jobs or dislike security maths. The syllabus includes cryptanalysis, cloud security, IoT security and cyber forensics. If those topics do not interest you, read the course list again before you accept the offer.

Is this course better for cyber security than a general CSE M.Tech?▾

Yes, for a focused cyber security goal. This course names security, forensics and cryptography topics directly, while a general CSE M.Tech can be wider. If you want security roles, pick this; if you want broad software topics, compare the syllabus first.

Is the fee worth it against the median pay?▾

It can be worth it if you place close to the median pay. The full fee without hostel is INR 4.26 Lakhs, and the median pay used here is INR 7.5 LPA. If hostel cost is added, check the lower ROI in the fee block.

Should I wait one year for a stronger score?▾

Wait only if your present score is clearly below the safer range. The page uses 70 and above as the General safer guide, with lower guides for some categories. If you are close, apply and use the checker before you decide.

Will the small batch help placements?▾

It can help with project attention, but it does not promise a job. The sanctioned intake is 30 seats, and the placement guide on this page is 70%. Use the small batch to get faculty feedback and build security projects early.

Can I pay the fee in parts?▾

Yes, the main fee is charged by year in the official fee sheet. Tuition is INR 1.31 Lakhs a year and other fee is INR 82,000 a year. Ask the fee office before the offer date if you need bank loan papers.

What scholarship can reduce the fee?▾

The biggest listed support here is the AICTE PG Scholarship at INR 2.98 Lakhs for eligible GATE-qualified PG students. MAHE merit support is INR 85,200 on this page. Use the scholarship calculator and then confirm the rule with MAHE.

Is hostel cost included in the fee?▾

No, the INR 4.26 Lakhs total is without hostel. The fee block adds INR 2.80 Lakhs as the hostel and mess estimate, taking the total to INR 7.06 Lakhs. Turn on the hostel toggle only if you plan to stay on campus.

This page is AI assisted and human verified.

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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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