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 Ph.D Cardiology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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20 Jun, 2026 MAHE Manipal has also released Fee Structure 2026-27 for Ph.D Cardiology programs. The total academic fee is ₹ 97,000 .

Total fees

INR 86,500

3.5 years, no hostel

Scholarship pay

INR 4.08 LPA

first full year stipend

MET score

safe score guide for interview

Support rate

100%

scholarship route stipend

In This Page▾

01About this courseThe full write-up, from fees to research 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?MET score guide and interview call 08ScholarshipsScholarship and support estimates 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 Ph.D. Cardiology

Manipal Academy of Higher Education offers Ph.D. Cardiology as a full-time doctoral course through KMC Manipal and the Faculty of Health Sciences. The minimum work period is a three-year and six-month route from joining, with a six-year upper limit. MAHE is NAAC A++ and stands #367 in Collegedunia's India ranking 2025. The full course fee without hostel is INR 86,500, as published for self sponsored full-time PhD scholars. Admission uses PhD MET and interview, unless a valid national test gives exemption. The listed cardiology research area is AI in healthcare and cardiology. One guide match decides the seat. The first full Dr TMA Pai scholarship year pays INR 4.08 LPA.

MAHE Ph.D. Cardiology Fees

The full course costs INR 86,500 without hostel and INR 5.07 Lakhs with hostel. The course fee is INR 86,500. You pay INR 34,000 first, then two parts of INR 15,000, one part of INR 7,500 and the thesis fee. Hostel is separate and depends on the room you take.

Fee head	Amount	How it is charged
First installment	INR 34,000	One time, at admission
Second installment	INR 15,000	One time
Third installment	INR 15,000	One time
Fourth installment	INR 7,500	One time
Thesis fee	INR 15,000	One time, at thesis submission
Hostel and living	INR 4.20 Lakhs	INR 10,000 a month, 42 months
Total, no hostel	INR 86,500	Full course
Total with hostel	INR 5.07 Lakhs	Full course

MAHE Ph.D. Cardiology Admission Dates

Guide EOI is open from 1 Aug 2026 to 30 Sep 2026. Online application is expected from 1 Oct 2026 to 30 Nov 2026, and PhD MET is expected in Dec 2026 to Jan 2027. Keep your research area ready before the form closes.

Event	Date	Status
Guide EOI and research areas	1 Aug 2026 to 30 Sep 2026	Confirmed
Online application, last date to apply	1 Oct 2026 to 30 Nov 2026	Confirmed
PhD MET test booking	Dec 2026	Tentative
PhD MET exam	Dec 2026 to Jan 2027	Tentative
MET result and interview shortlist	Jan 2027	Tentative
Interview and topic allotment	Jan 2027	Tentative
Offer letter and fee payment	Jan 2027	Tentative
Reporting and document check	Jan 2027	Tentative
Classes start	Jan 2027	Tentative

MAHE Ph.D. Cardiology Eligibility

You need a full-time qualifying degree with 60% marks. MBBS, BDS, PharmD or a relevant master's degree can fit the PhD rule. Foreign degrees need an equivalence paper. If your degree does not match the guide topic, pick another research area.

Requirement	What you need
Degree route	Master's degree after a 3-year or 4-year bachelor degree
Medical route	MBBS, BDS or PharmD from a recognised body
Marks	60% in the qualifying degree
Mode	The qualifying degree must be full-time
Foreign degree	Equivalence paper from AIU or a listed body

MAHE Ph.D. Cardiology Admission Process

MAHE takes the form, PhD MET, interview and fee payment in order. You select Health Sciences and the cardiology research domain in the portal. The interview committee allots the topic. If you accept the offer, you pay the first part and report with original papers.

Step	What you do
1. Check guide area	Read the uploaded cardiology research topic
2. Apply online	Select Health Sciences and the research domain
3. Write PhD MET	Use the MET score unless you have an exemption
4. Attend interview	Discuss the research area and your preparation
5. Pay fee	Accept the offer and pay the first installment
6. Report	Bring original degree papers and ID proof

MAHE Ph.D. Cardiology Cutoff

The safe MET score guide is 70 and the almost-there range starts at 55. MAHE does not publish a fixed PhD Cardiology cutoff. The interview carries the final decision, so use the score only to plan your call chance.

Category	Score or rank guide	Round and year
Strong interview call	70 and above	PhD MET, 2027 intake
Almost there	55 to 69	PhD MET, 2027 intake
Low chance	Below 55	PhD MET, 2027 intake

MAHE Ph.D. Cardiology Placements

The first full scholarship year pays INR 4.08 LPA and the third year pays INR 4.62 LPA. This is a research stipend, not campus placement. The Cardiology department profile lists 292 articles, so the main outcome is research work with clinicians and faculty.

Metric	Value
First full year stipend	INR 4.08 LPA
Third year stipend	INR 4.62 LPA
Department articles	292
Research focus	AI, deep learning, imaging and coronary artery disease
Career path	Research, teaching, clinical research and higher fellowship work

MAHE Ph.D. Cardiology Scholarships

The biggest support can cover INR 86,500 of the course fee in this estimate. Dr TMA Pai scholars get a monthly stipend that reaches INR 38,500 in year 3. MAHE also lists research travel support up to INR 30,000 for approved academic work.

Scholarship	Who can get it	Amount or waiver
Dr TMA Pai PhD scholarship	Full-time PhD scholars selected under the scholarship route	INR 4.08 LPA in first full year
Research travel support	Approved conference or workshop work	INR 30,000
Course fee support estimate	High need cases after office approval	INR 86,500
Central Sector Scheme	Eligible Indian students through NSP	INR 30,000

MAHE Ph.D. Cardiology Ranking

MAHE stands #367 in Collegedunia's India ranking and has NAAC A++. The Cardiology department profile lists 292 articles. Use the rank to judge the university name, and use the guide topic to judge the PhD fit.

Ranking body	Year	Rank or grade
Collegedunia India ranking	2025	#367
NAAC	2024	A++
Cardiology research profile	2026	292 articles

MAHE Ph.D. Cardiology Course Structure

The first six months cover course work, protocol work and the guide plan. The next years focus on data, review meetings and thesis work. You present progress to MAHE committees and submit the thesis after the guide clears it.

Stage	What you study or do
First 6 months	Course work, protocol and guide plan
Year 1	Literature review and ethics work
Year 2	Data collection and analysis
Year 3	Paper work, thesis writing and review

MAHE Ph.D. Cardiology Seats and Intake

The seat is guide based, so one guide match matters more than a large seat count. The 2026 research area file lists Cardiology under KMC Manipal. Apply only if your topic matches the uploaded guide area.

Item	Detail
Seat style	Guide based
Default seat count for this page	1
Institute	Kasturba Medical College, Manipal
Domain	Health Science, non-communicable diseases

Should you pick Ph.D. Cardiology at MAHE?

This course suits doctors who want supervised cardiology research and can work inside a hospital department.

Pick it if:

You want AI based heart research: KMC Manipal lists cardiology work on AI, deep learning, imaging and coronary artery disease.

You need a named guide first: MAHE opens guide research areas before each PhD cycle, so pick your domain early.

You want stipend support: the Dr TMA Pai PhD scholarship pays INR 4.08 LPA in the first full year.

You can join in January: the 2027 cycle still has application, MET and interview steps ahead.

Skip it if:

You want only clinical practice: this PhD is research work, not a shortcut to a cardiology practice seat.

You cannot code at all: the listed cardiology topic asks for Python, deep learning and data science basics.

You need high pay from month one: the first full scholarship year pays INR 4.08 LPA, below a doctor's job.

You miss the offer fee: MAHE gives admission only after fee payment and document check.

Counsellor's advice

Take it if your guide match is clear and the stipend works for you. If you want only hospital practice, do not join.

Ph.D. Cardiology Eligibility▾

Degree: You need a full-time master's degree, MBBS, BDS or PharmD from a recognised body.

Marks: You need 60% marks or an equal grade in the qualifying degree.

Domain fit: Your degree and proposal must match the cardiology guide area you select.

Exemption: A valid national test score can remove PhD MET, but interview still stays.

Foreign degree: You need an equivalence paper from AIU or another listed body.

Ph.D. Cardiology Admission Process▾

Guide area: Read the uploaded cardiology research area before you start the form.

Apply online: Register on the MAHE portal and choose Health Sciences with the right domain.

MET: Write PhD MET unless MAHE accepts your national test exemption.

Interview: Discuss your research plan, topic fit and preparation with the committee.

Joining: Accept the offer, pay the first installment and report with original papers.

Ph.D. Cardiology Admission Dates 2027

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

2027 Session2028 Session

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

Confirmed

1 Aug 2026 to 30 Sep 2026

Guide EOI and research areas

The cardiology guide area is uploaded before the applicant form.

Confirmed

1 Oct 2026 to 30 Nov 2026

Online application, last date to apply

Submit the form by 30 Nov 2026 on the MAHE portal.

Tentative

Dec 2026

PhD MET test booking

Book the test slot when the portal opens it.

Tentative

Dec 2026 to Jan 2027

PhD MET exam

Write MET unless MAHE accepts your national test exemption.

Tentative

Jan 2027

MET result and interview shortlist

The score is used to call students for interview.

Tentative

Jan 2027

Interview and topic allotment

The committee checks your topic fit and guide match.

Tentative

Jan 2027

Offer letter and fee payment

You get provisional admission only after fee payment.

Tentative

Jan 2027

Reporting and document check

Bring original degree papers and ID proof.

Tentative

Jan 2027

Classes start

Joining date becomes the PhD registration date.

Tentative

Aug 2027 to Sep 2027

Guide EOI and research areas

Expected in the same months as the last cycle.

Tentative

Oct 2027 to Nov 2027

Online application, last date to apply

Expected to close by the end of Nov 2027.

Tentative

Dec 2027

PhD MET test booking

Expected before the exam month.

Tentative

Dec 2027 to Jan 2028

PhD MET exam

Expected in the same months as the 2027 intake.

Tentative

Jan 2028

MET result and interview shortlist

Expected after the test window ends.

Tentative

Jan 2028

Interview and topic allotment

Expected after the shortlist is out.

Tentative

Jan 2028

Offer letter and fee payment

Expected soon after the interview result.

Tentative

Jan 2028

Reporting and document check

Expected before the joining order.

Tentative

Jan 2028

Classes start

Expected after reporting and fee payment.

Source: MAHE PhD admissions timeline. Confirm on the official site before you act.

MAHE Ph.D. Cardiology Fees 2027

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This is the full 3.5-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and living cost.

Course fee

Full course, as published

INR 71,500

Thesis fee

One time, at thesis submission

INR 15,000

Add hostel + living

Hostel and living estimate

Per month × 42, INR 10,000 a month

INR 4.20 Lakhs

Total course fee

INR 86,500

3.5 years · course fee + thesis fee, hostel not added

Total course fee

INR 5.07 Lakhs

3.5 years · course fee + thesis fee + hostel and living

Education loan EMI

INR 1,458

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

472%

average first-year pay INR 4.08 LPA vs the full fee

Education loan EMI

INR 8,540

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

81%

average first-year pay INR 4.08 LPA vs the full fee

Source: MAHE PhD fee structure. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your score get you a Ph.D. Cardiology interview at MAHE?

Pick your category and route. The cutoff ranges are planning guides for PhD MET and interview calls.

MAHE Ph.D. Cardiology Scholarship Calculator

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

MAHE Ph.D. Cardiology 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.

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Manipal Academy of Higher Education

Manipal

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Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

Coimbatore

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SRM Institute of Science and Technology

Chennai

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Sri Ramachandra Institute

Chennai

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JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research

Mysuru

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Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences

Chennai

Total fees3.5 years, no hostel

INR 86,500

course + thesis fee

INR 1 Lakh

INR 13,500 more

INR 90,000

INR 3,500 more

INR 80,000

INR 6,500 less

INR 95,000

INR 8,500 more

INR 75,000

INR 11,500 less

Average payfirst full scholarship year

INR 4.08 LPA

Dr TMA Pai route

INR 4.2 LPA

INR 0.12 LPA more

INR 3.8 LPA

INR 0.28 LPA less

Not published

INR 4 LPA

INR 0.08 LPA less

INR 4.5 LPA

INR 0.42 LPA more

Placement ratePhD stipend support

100%

scholarship route stipend

Not published

Closing rankMET score guide, General

interview guide

2 places tougher

5 places easier

5 places tougher

Not published

10 places easier

Seatsguide based seat count

guide match

Same seats

1 more

Same seats

1 more

Same seats

ROIstipend vs the full fee

472%

on INR 4.08 LPA

420%

52 points lower

422%

50 points lower

510%

38 points higher

429%

43 points lower

600%

128 points higher

In short

Amrita has a slightly higher stipend guide, but MAHE costs less in this table. If your guide match is stronger at MAHE, take this seat and do not chase a small stipend gap.

In short

SRMIST shows a slightly easier score guide and more guide seats, but the stipend guide is lower. If you need a safer call, keep it as a backup after MAHE.

In short

SRIHER costs less in this table and has a higher ROI guide, but the stipend is not published here. If MAHE offers the cardiology guide you want, prefer the clearer route.

In short

JSS AHER has more guide seats in this table, but MAHE has the lower fee and slightly higher stipend guide. If both call you, choose by guide topic.

In short

Saveetha is cheaper in this table and has a higher stipend guide, but the score guide is easier. If MAHE gives you the cardiology topic, take MAHE for the clearer fit.

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

FAQs on MAHE Ph.D. Cardiology

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is Ph.D. Cardiology at MAHE worth the fee?▾

Yes, if your guide topic matches your research plan. The fee without hostel is INR 86,500 and the first full scholarship year pays INR 4.08 LPA, so the cost is low beside the stipend. Check the guide area before you pay the first part.

Should I take this course if my MET score is near 55?▾

It depends on your interview and guide match. The score guide on this page puts 55 to 69 in the almost-there range, but MAHE also checks your proposal and interview. Keep the application ready, and use the checker above before you judge your chance.

What job can I get after Ph.D. Cardiology?▾

This course is best for research, teaching and clinical research roles. The department profile lists 292 cardiology articles, so the work points toward papers, hospital research and higher fellowship work. If you want only a practice job, do not pick a PhD for that reason.

Who should take Ph.D. Cardiology at MAHE?▾

Take it if you are a doctor or health science researcher with a clear cardiology question. The listed topic is AI in healthcare and cardiology, with imaging and coronary artery disease. If those words match your plan, speak to the guide and prepare a short proposal.

Who should skip this PhD course?▾

Skip it if you want only clinical duty and no thesis work. The minimum route is 3.5 years, and the work needs protocol, data, review meetings and thesis writing. If you cannot give that time, wait for a better research fit.

Is the stipend enough for this course?▾

It can be enough because the course fee is low. The first full scholarship year pays INR 4.08 LPA, while the fee without hostel is INR 86,500. Hostel and living change the math, so turn on the fee toggle before you decide.

Is MAHE better for AI based cardiology research?▾

It is a strong fit if you want that exact topic. The 2026 research area file lists AI in healthcare and cardiology under KMC Manipal. If you want pure clinical cardiology without coding or data work, ask for another guide area before applying.

Should I wait for the next PhD cycle?▾

Wait only if your guide match is weak this cycle. The 2027 intake still has the form, MET and interview ahead, so you can apply if the topic fits. If it does not fit, waiting is better than joining the wrong guide area.

How do I get admission to MAHE Ph.D. Cardiology?▾

Apply on the MAHE portal, choose Health Sciences and the cardiology research domain, then write PhD MET unless you have an accepted exemption. After that, attend the interview. You get provisional admission only after offer acceptance, fee payment and document check.

What is the full fee for Ph.D. Cardiology at MAHE?▾

The full course fee without hostel is INR 86,500 for the self sponsored full-time PhD route. The fee block also shows an estimated hostel and living total of INR 5.07 Lakhs. Use the official fee PDF before you pay.

Can I get a scholarship for this PhD?▾

Yes, if you are selected under the Dr TMA Pai route. The first full year pays INR 4.08 LPA and the third year pays INR 4.62 LPA. The scholarship calculator above also shows fee support estimates and research travel support.

Can I do this PhD while taking another research job?▾

Not freely. MAHE says a PhD scholar cannot join a new RA, JRF or SRF project that is not related to the PhD research area. If the project is related, you need approval through the guide and the office before you move.

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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