MAHE Manipal Ph.D Orthopaedics: Fees 2027, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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

Total fees
INR 97,000
3.5 years, no hostel
Average pay
INR 4.08 LPA
Year 1 PhD scholarship
Cutoff
60 score
PhD MET and interview
Research work
508 articles
Orthopaedics department profile

About MAHE Ph.D. Orthopaedics

MAHE offers Ph.D. Orthopaedics as a full-time, three-year and six-month research course through Kasturba Medical College, Manipal. MAHE is NAAC A++, an Institution of Eminence and #3 in NIRF University ranking 2025. The full course fee without hostel is INR 97,000. Admission uses PhD MET and a department interview, with 35% weight for the test and 65% for the interview. The Orthopaedics department lists 13 faculty profiles, 22 PhD scholars and 508 articles. Full-time Dr TMA Pai scholars get about INR 4.08 LPA in the first year after probation.

MAHE Ph.D. Orthopaedics Fees

The total fees with hostel is INR 7.87 Lakhs while the fees without hostel is INR 97,000. The program fee is INR 82,000. You pay the fee in parts across the course. MAHE also charges thesis evaluation fee. Hostel and mess are extra and start only after your PhD roll number is made.

Fee headAmountHow it is charged
Program feeINR 82,000Full course, as published
Thesis evaluation feeINR 15,000One time, at thesis stage
Hostel and messINR 6.90 LakhsINR 16,429 a month for 42 months
Total, no hostelINR 97,000Full course
Total with hostelINR 7.87 LakhsFull course

MAHE Ph.D. Orthopaedics Admission Dates

The next PhD cycle is expected to open in Oct 2026. PhD MET is expected from Dec 2026 to Jan 2027 and classes start in Jan 2027. These dates are estimates until MAHE posts the Batch 2 notice.

EventDateStatus
PhD application, last date to applyOct 2026 to Nov 2026Tentative
PhD MET admit cardDec 2026Tentative
PhD MET entrance testDec 2026 to Jan 2027Tentative
PhD MET result and shortlistJan 2027Tentative
Department interview and selection roundJan 2027Tentative
Offer and seat allotmentJan 2027Tentative
First installment fee paymentJan 2027Tentative
Reporting and document checkJan 2027Tentative
Classes startJan 2027Tentative

MAHE Ph.D. Orthopaedics Eligibility

You need a master's degree or a valid medical professional degree with 55% marks. Reserved category students get a 5% relaxation. Orthopaedics applicants should match a KMC guide area before applying.

RequirementWhat you need
DegreeMaster's degree or medical professional degree
Marks55% marks, 50% for reserved categories
Exam routePhD MET unless exempted by MAHE rules
Guide fitOrthopaedics topic linked to KMC Manipal

MAHE Ph.D. Orthopaedics Admission Process

MAHE takes the form first, then holds PhD MET and a department interview. You must upload papers, clear the test or exemption check, and attend the interview. If the offer is made, you pay the first fee part and report for document check.

StepWhat you do
1. Apply onlineFill the MAHE PhD form and pick the Health Sciences stream
2. Take PhD METWrite the online proctored entrance test unless exempted
3. Attend interviewDiscuss your research area with the department panel
4. Accept offerPay the first fee part and finish document check

MAHE Ph.D. Orthopaedics Cutoff

A 60 score is the working score range for this page's checker. The test carries 35% weight and interview carries 65%. A student with a lower test score can still move up if the research topic fits the guide.

CategoryClosing rank or scoreRound and year
Strong score80 or betterPhD MET and interview, 2027
Middle score60 to 79PhD MET and interview, 2027
Low scoreBelow 60PhD MET and interview, 2027

MAHE Ph.D. Orthopaedics Placements

The first-year scholarship value is about INR 4.08 LPA and the department profile lists 508 articles. The research path suits doctors aiming for teaching, hospital research or higher specialist work. Campus placement rate is not published for this PhD.

MetricValue
Average payINR 4.08 LPA first-year scholarship value
Research output508 articles
Faculty profiles13
PhD scholars listed22
RolesTeaching, hospital research, specialist work

MAHE Ph.D. Orthopaedics Scholarships

The biggest shown support is INR 97,000 as a fee offset. Dr TMA Pai PhD scholars also get monthly support after joining. The first year scholarship amount is INR 4.08 LPA after probation, while later years rise as MAHE rules say.

ScholarshipWho can get itAmount or waiver
Dr TMA Pai PhD ScholarshipFull-time scholar selected by MAHEINR 97,000 fee offset
First-year scholarship valueApproved full-time scholar after probationINR 4.08 LPA
Conference supportScholar with approved paperINR 50,000 estimate

MAHE Ph.D. Orthopaedics Ranking

MAHE is #3 in NIRF University ranking 2025 and holds NAAC A++. The brochure also names the Institution of Eminence status. These markers show the university level, while the guide fit decides the PhD choice.

Ranking bodyYearRank or grade
NIRF University2025#3
NAAC2024A++
Institution of Eminence2026Recognised status

MAHE Ph.D. Orthopaedics Course Structure

The course has 42 months of minimum work and a 6 year maximum limit. Early work covers protocol approval and coursework. Later work moves to hospital data, thesis writing and the final evaluation.

YearWhat you study
First 6 monthsCoursework, guide work and protocol approval
Year 1 to Year 3Hospital research, data work and seminars
Final 6 monthsThesis submission and evaluation

MAHE Ph.D. Orthopaedics Hostel and Campus

The hostel estimate is INR 6.90 Lakhs for 42 months. Hostel booking starts only after the PhD roll number is made. KMC Manipal gives the hospital setting for bone, joint, spine and trauma research.

ItemDetail
Hostel estimateINR 6.90 Lakhs
Hospital2,032-bed Kasturba Hospital
Department areasSpine, trauma, sports injury, joint work
CityManipal, Karnataka

Should you pick Ph.D. Orthopaedics at MAHE?

This course suits doctors who want bone and joint research inside a large teaching hospital.

Pick it if:
You want hospital data: Kasturba Hospital has 2,032 beds, so patient records support bone and joint questions.
You need focused guides: the department lists 13 faculty profiles and five orthopaedic study areas.
You need funding support: Dr TMA Pai scholars get INR 4.08 LPA in the first year after probation.
You can prepare for interview marks: MAHE gives 65% weight to interview and 35% to PhD MET.
Skip it if:
You want quick private practice: this path is research first, so clinic earnings wait till thesis work settles.
You need a sure hostel room: hostel booking starts only after MAHE creates your PhD roll number.
You cannot risk fee loss: the brochure says the paid fee is not refundable after joining.
You need a fixed guide now: MAHE checks guide fit after shortlisting, so ask CDS before paying.
Counsellor's advice
If you want hospital based orthopaedic research, keep MAHE high and prepare your interview note. If you need a fixed guide first, ask CDS before paying.
Ph.D. Orthopaedics Eligibility▾
Degree: you need a master's degree or a valid medical professional degree.
Marks: you need 55% marks. Reserved category students get 5% relaxation.
Exam: PhD MET is needed unless MAHE accepts your fellowship or national exam exemption.
Mode: full-time PhD takes at least three years and six months.
Topic fit: your research area must match an Orthopaedics guide at KMC Manipal.
Ph.D. Orthopaedics Admission Process▾
Apply online: fill the MAHE PhD form and choose the Health Sciences stream.
Take test: write PhD MET unless MAHE exempts you through a valid score or fellowship.
Attend interview: the department checks your research plan, guide fit and subject base.
Check merit: MAHE uses 35% PhD MET weight and 65% interview weight.
Join: pay the first fee part, finish document check and report to the department.

Ph.D. Orthopaedics 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.

Oct 2026 to Nov 2026 Tentative
PhD application, last date to apply
The form is expected for the Batch 2 intake.
Dec 2026 Tentative
PhD MET admit card
Keep the login ready before the test window.
Dec 2026 to Jan 2027 Tentative
PhD MET entrance test
The online proctored test is expected in this window.
Jan 2027 Tentative
PhD MET result and shortlist
Shortlisted students move to department interviews.
Jan 2027 Tentative
Department interview and selection round
The panel checks the topic and guide fit.
Jan 2027 Tentative
Offer and seat allotment
The offer letter tells you the joining steps.
Jan 2027 Tentative
First installment fee payment
You lose the offer if the first fee part is missed.
Jan 2027 Tentative
Reporting and document check
Bring degree, marks and identity papers for checking.
Jan 2027 Tentative
Classes start
Coursework and guide meetings start after joining.

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

MAHE Ph.D. Orthopaedics 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.

Program fee
Full course, as published
INR 82,000
Thesis evaluation fee
One time, at thesis stage
INR 15,000
Add hostel + mess + living
Hostel and mess estimate
Per month × 42, INR 16,429 a month
INR 6.90 Lakhs
Total course fee
INR 97,000
3.5 years · program fee + thesis fee, hostel not added
Total course fee
INR 7.87 Lakhs
3.5 years · program fee + thesis fee + hostel and mess
Education loan EMI
INR 1,635
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
421%
average first-year pay INR 4.08 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 13,269
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
52%
average first-year pay INR 4.08 LPA vs the full fee

Source: MAHE PhD and hostel fee notices. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your score get you a Ph.D. Orthopaedics seat at MAHE?

Pick your route and stage. The cutoff ranges use PhD MET score and interview weight.

Route
Stage
Open · PhD MET
80 or better: strong chance. Prepare your topic note and guide match.
60 to 79: possible. The interview can still move your name up.
Below 60: not enough. Improve the research note before the next cycle.
Open · Interview
80 or better: strong chance. Prepare your topic note and guide match.
60 to 79: possible. The interview can still move your name up.
Below 60: not enough. Improve the research note before the next cycle.
NET exempt · PhD MET
80 or better: strong chance. Prepare your topic note and guide match.
60 to 79: possible. The interview can still move your name up.
Below 60: not enough. Improve the research note before the next cycle.
NET exempt · Interview
80 or better: strong chance. Prepare your topic note and guide match.
60 to 79: possible. The interview can still move your name up.
Below 60: not enough. Improve the research note before the next cycle.
Fellowship · PhD MET
80 or better: strong chance. Prepare your topic note and guide match.
60 to 79: possible. The interview can still move your name up.
Below 60: not enough. Improve the research note before the next cycle.
Fellowship · Interview
80 or better: strong chance. Prepare your topic note and guide match.
60 to 79: possible. The interview can still move your name up.
Below 60: not enough. Improve the research note before the next cycle.
Part-time · PhD MET
80 or better: strong chance. Prepare your topic note and guide match.
60 to 79: possible. The interview can still move your name up.
Below 60: not enough. Improve the research note before the next cycle.
Part-time · Interview
80 or better: strong chance. Prepare your topic note and guide match.
60 to 79: possible. The interview can still move your name up.
Below 60: not enough. Improve the research note before the next cycle.
International · PhD MET
80 or better: strong chance. Prepare your topic note and guide match.
60 to 79: possible. The interview can still move your name up.
Below 60: not enough. Improve the research note before the next cycle.
International · Interview
80 or better: strong chance. Prepare your topic note and guide match.
60 to 79: possible. The interview can still move your name up.
Below 60: not enough. Improve the research note before the next cycle.
EDITOR'S NOTE

The interview carries 65% weight, so a high PhD MET score is not enough by itself. Check guide fit before you pay.

MAHE Ph.D. Orthopaedics Scholarship Calculator

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

Category
Scholar route
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾

Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.

Dr TMA Pai PhD Scholarship
INR 47,000
MAHE
Used here as a fee offset estimate for this course.
Who qualifies: SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Jan 2027
Not eligible on your answers
Conference support grant
INR 50,000
MAHE
Used here as a fee offset estimate for this course.
Who qualifies: any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year, top 20 percentile in PhD selectionApply by Jan 2027
Not eligible on your answers
National fellowship fee support
INR 47,000
MAHE
Used here as a fee offset estimate for this course.
Who qualifies: EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Jan 2027
Not eligible on your answers
Health Sciences research support
INR 47,000
MAHE Health Sciences
Used here as a fee offset estimate for this course.
Who qualifies: OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Jan 2027
Not eligible on your answers
No scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
Estimated total waiver
INR 50,000
Your net course fee: INR 47,000
Estimated total waiver
INR 0
Your net course fee: INR 97,000
Estimated total waiver
INR 97,000
Your net course fee: INR 0
Estimated total waiver
INR 97,000
Your net course fee: INR 0
Estimated total waiver
INR 97,000
Your net course fee: INR 0

MAHE Ph.D. Orthopaedics 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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JSS Medical College Mysuru
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Total fees3.5 years, no hostel
INR 97,000
this page
INR 1.25 Lakhs
INR 28,000 more
INR 1.50 Lakhs
INR 53,000 more
INR 1.10 Lakhs
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INR 23,000 more
Average payfirst-year scholarship value
INR 4.08 LPA
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INR 3.72 LPA
INR 0.36 LPA less
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INR 0.48 LPA less
INR 3 LPA
INR 1.08 LPA less
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INR 0.72 LPA less
Research outputorthopaedics articles
508
this page
420
88 fewer
300
208 fewer
260
248 fewer
280
228 fewer
240
268 fewer
Selection scorePhD MET and interview
60
this page
65
5 more
55
5 fewer
58
2 fewer
62
2 more
57
3 fewer
PhD scholarsdepartment profile
22
this page
18
4 fewer
24
2 more
15
7 fewer
16
6 fewer
12
10 fewer
ROIaverage pay vs the full fee
421%
this page
298%
123 points lower
240%
181 points lower
273%
148 points lower
206%
215 points lower
280%
141 points lower
In short
If you want a lower fee than Amrita Kochi, MAHE is the easier cost check here. Pick Amrita Kochi only if its guide area fits your topic better.
In short
If you want a lower fee than SRM Chennai, MAHE is the easier cost check here. Pick SRM Chennai only if its guide area fits your topic better.
In short
If you want a lower fee than Saveetha, MAHE is the easier cost check here. Pick Saveetha only if its guide area fits your topic better.
In short
If you want a lower fee than Sri Ramachandra, MAHE is the easier cost check here. Pick Sri Ramachandra only if its guide area fits your topic better.
In short
If you want a lower fee than JSS AHER, MAHE is the easier cost check here. Pick JSS AHER only if its guide area fits your topic better.

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

FAQs on MAHE Ph.D. Orthopaedics

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Should I take Ph.D. Orthopaedics at MAHE?▾
Yes, if your goal is hospital based bone and joint research. MAHE has NAAC A++, a #3 NIRF University rank and a KMC Manipal department profile with 508 articles. The fee without hostel is INR 97,000. Check guide fit before you pay the first fee part.
Is Ph.D. Orthopaedics at MAHE worth the fee?▾
Yes, the tuition side is modest for a full-time PhD. The full fee without hostel is INR 97,000, while the hostel estimate makes it INR 7.87 Lakhs. If you need hostel, compare the EMI in the fee block with the first-year scholarship value.
What job does this PhD lead to?▾
It mainly supports teaching, hospital research and specialist academic work. The page uses INR 4.08 LPA as the first-year scholarship value, not a campus placement salary. If you want a quick clinic income, this course is slower than practice after MS.
Who should skip this course?▾
Skip it if you need a sure private practice route at once. This PhD asks for protocol work, guide meetings and thesis writing over at least 42 months. If you cannot wait for research work to settle, ask about a clinical fellowship instead.
Is MAHE good for higher studies and research?▾
Yes, for students who want a medical research setting. The Orthopaedics department profile lists 13 faculty profiles, 22 PhD scholars and 508 articles. Read the guide area first, because a PhD works only when your topic fits the supervisor.
Should I apply if my PhD MET score is near 60?▾
Yes, but treat 60 as the middle zone. The interview carries 65% weight and PhD MET carries 35%, so your topic note can still help. Use the score checker above, then prepare a clear research question before the interview.
Is the hostel cost worth adding?▾
Add hostel only if you need to stay near the hospital. The fee block estimates hostel and mess at INR 6.90 Lakhs for 42 months, which changes the total to INR 7.87 Lakhs. Ask the hostel office after your roll number is made.
Can I take this course for private practice growth?▾
It can help, but it is not the fastest path. The course is research first and lasts at least three years and six months. If your main goal is clinic growth, join only if your thesis topic improves your future surgical work.
Is the Dr TMA Pai scholarship important?▾
Yes, for full-time scholars who qualify. The first-year value used on this page is INR 4.08 LPA after probation, and later years rise under MAHE rules. Check the offer letter because scholarship approval and joining dates decide the payout.
How do I get admission to this PhD?▾
You apply on the MAHE PhD portal, take PhD MET unless exempted, and attend the department interview. MAHE gives 35% weight to the test and 65% to the interview. Keep your degree papers and research note ready before the form closes.
Can I pay the PhD fee in parts?▾
Yes, the published fee table uses installment style payments across the course. The base course fee is INR 97,000 without hostel, including the thesis evaluation fee. Ask the admissions office for the exact payment link before paying anything.
Will I regret choosing MAHE for this PhD?▾
You are less likely to regret it if your guide fit is strong. The university rank and hospital setting help, but the topic matters more than the brand in a PhD. Speak to the department and match your question to an active guide.

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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.

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  • 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.

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Admissions

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Placements

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Campus

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