20 Jun, 2026 MAHE Manipal has also released Fee Structure 2026-27 for Ph.D Anatomy programs. The total academic fee is ₹ 97,000 .
MAHE Manipal offers Ph.D. Anatomy as a full-time doctoral course through Kasturba Medical College, Manipal. The minimum course time is 3.5 years. MAHE is known for its NAAC A++ grade, Institution of Eminence tag and #3 NIRF University rank. The full course fee without hostel is INR 97,000. Admission is through the PhD Manipal Entrance Test and a subject interview. The final merit gives 35% weight to MET and 65% to the interview. The first-year Dr. TMA Pai support is INR 4.08 LPA for selected scholars. The department has anatomy museum, histology, cytogenetics and tissue culture work.
The total fees with hostel is INR 7.87 Lakhs while the fees without hostel is INR 97,000. The PhD program fee is INR 82,000. You pay the first part when MAHE offers the seat. The thesis evaluation fee is paid near submission. Hostel and mess are separate and you pay them only if you take a room.
| Fee head | Amount | How it is charged |
|---|---|---|
| PhD program fee | INR 82,000 | Full course, as published |
| Thesis evaluation fee | INR 15,000 | One time, at thesis submission |
| Hostel and mess | INR 6.90 Lakhs | INR 1.97 Lakhs a year, 3.5 years |
| Total, no hostel | INR 97,000 | Full course |
| Total with hostel | INR 7.87 Lakhs | Full course |
Guide EOI ended on 30 Sep 2026. The application window is open till 30 Nov 2026, and MET is set for 15 Dec 2026. Keep your master degree marks sheets ready before the interview and joining steps.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Guide EOI submission | 1 Aug 2026 to 30 Sep 2026 | Over |
| Online application, last date to apply | 2 Oct 2026 to 30 Nov 2026 | Confirmed |
| PhD MET admit card | 10 Dec 2026 | Tentative |
| PhD MET exam | 15 Dec 2026 | Confirmed |
| MET result and interview list | 24 Dec 2026 | Tentative |
| Subject interview | 5 Jan 2027 | Tentative |
| Merit list and offer letter | 12 Jan 2027 | Tentative |
| First installment fee, last date | 20 Jan 2027 | Tentative |
| Document check and joining | 31 Jan 2027 | Tentative |
| Classes start | 1 Feb 2027 | Tentative |
The main mark rule is 60% in a master degree or MBBS, BDS or PharmD. A four-year bachelor degree needs 75%. You need a full-time qualifying degree. If your degree is from outside India, you must bring an equivalence paper.
| Requirement | What you need |
|---|---|
| Master degree route | 60% aggregate in a recognised master degree |
| Medical degree route | 60% aggregate in MBBS, BDS or PharmD |
| Four-year UG route | 75% aggregate in the bachelor degree |
| Mode | The qualifying degree must be in full-time mode |
MAHE takes the online form, conducts PhD MET and then holds the subject interview. MET carries 35% and the interview carries 65%. You accept the offer, pay the first fee part and report with original papers. If you miss fee payment, you lose the seat.
| Step | What you do |
|---|---|
| 1. Apply online | Register and choose the Health Sciences research area |
| 2. Write PhD MET | Take the research aptitude test unless you are exempted |
| 3. Attend interview | Present your research interest and answer the viva |
| 4. Accept offer | Confirm the offer and pay the first fee part |
| 5. Join KMC | Finish document check and submit the joining report |
The General route needs 60% in a master degree or MBBS, BDS or PharmD. The four-year UG route needs 75%. MAHE does not publish a closing rank for this PhD course, so your interview decides the final list after MET.
| Route | Closing rank or score | Round and year |
|---|---|---|
| Master degree | 60% | Admission rule, 2027 intake |
| MBBS, BDS or PharmD | 60% | Admission rule, 2027 intake |
| Four-year UG degree | 75% | Admission rule, 2027 intake |
MAHE does not publish a placement rate for PhD Anatomy. Selected TMA Pai scholars get INR 4.08 LPA in first-year support, based on INR 34,000 a month. The usual work after this course is teaching, research, anatomy lab work and medical education roles.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average pay | INR 4.08 LPA stipend value |
| Monthly support | INR 34,000 in first year |
| Placement rate | Not published |
| Research areas | Histology, cytogenetics, tissue culture and neuroanatomy |
The biggest listed support is the Dr. TMA Pai PhD scholarship, with INR 4.08 LPA in first-year support after probation. Other fee help depends on category and income papers. Keep the income paper ready if you plan to claim a government scheme.
| Scholarship | Who can get it | Amount or waiver |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. TMA Pai PhD scholarship | Selected full-time PhD scholars | INR 4.08 LPA in first-year support |
| Central Sector support | Income up to INR 8 Lakhs, as per portal rule | INR 20,000 estimate |
| State post-matric help | SC or ST with income paper | INR 30,000 estimate |
MAHE has #3 in NIRF University ranking and NAAC A++ grade. The official PhD brochure also names the Institution of Eminence status. These ranks speak about the university, while your PhD work depends on the guide and the research topic.
| Ranking body | Year | Rank or grade |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF University | 2024 | #3 |
| NAAC | latest cycle | A++ |
| Institution of Eminence | 2020 | Granted |
Course work comes first, then the protocol presentation, regular Doctoral Advisory Committee reviews and thesis submission. The protocol must be presented within 6 months of joining. Anatomy research can use histology, cytogenetics, tissue culture, museum specimen work and imaging.
| Stage | What you do |
|---|---|
| Course work | Finish research methods and required credits |
| Protocol | Present the proposal within 6 months |
| Research work | Work under the guide and DAC |
| Thesis | Submit after the required reviews |
The hostel table lists Health Sciences PG and PhD rooms at Manipal. A double AC room with mess is INR 1.97 Lakhs a year. KMC Manipal also has the anatomy museum, histology lab, tissue culture and cytogenetics facilities for anatomy work.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Hostel type | Health Sciences PG and PhD double AC room |
| Hostel cost | INR 1.97 Lakhs a year with mess |
| Research spaces | Histology, cytogenetics and tissue culture labs |
| Campus | KMC Manipal in the MAHE health sciences campus |
This course suits students who want anatomy research, teaching work and a long lab-based PhD path.
These are the official 2027 dates. Tap 2028 Session for expected dates of the next batch.
Source: MAHE PhD brochure. Confirm on the official site before you act.
This is the full 3.5-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and mess.
Source: MAHE PhD fee notice. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Pick your qualification and route. The cutoff ranges use MAHE's published mark rules.
The interview carries 65% of the merit score. A clear topic and a matching guide matter after you meet the mark rule.
Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.
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