Manipal Entrance Test • Conducted by Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)
Four Major MAHE Campuses Offering Engineering Programmes Through MET
MET rank is accepted exclusively for admission into constituent institutes of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) — there is no external or government college that accepts MET as an admission route, which distinguishes it sharply from JEE Main-linked counselling that spans hundreds of NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs.
The flagship campus and MAHE's oldest and most reputed engineering institute, established in 1957. Offers the widest range of B.Tech specializations including Computer Science & Engineering, Information Technology, Electronics & Communication, Electrical & Electronics, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Biotechnology, Aeronautical/Aerospace, Mechatronics, Mathematics & Computing, and niche computing specializations in AI, Data Science, and Financial Technology. Strongest placement record among the four campuses, with median packages around ₹10-11 LPA and top offers exceeding ₹60 LPA in recent cohorts; recruiters include Amazon, Microsoft, Deloitte, Goldman Sachs, Bosch, and IBM.
A newer campus (established 2011) located in Yelahanka, Bengaluru, offering a more focused set of roughly 8 B.Tech disciplines with a strong emphasis on Computer Science and allied branches. Benefits from proximity to Bengaluru's tech industry for internships and placement access, with highest packages around ₹50-52 LPA and average packages in the ₹10-13 LPA range for CSE in recent years.
Established in 2011 in Jaipur, Rajasthan, MUJ has built rapidly growing placement momentum, with top CSE offers crossing ₹40 LPA and average packages in the ₹8-10 LPA range. MUJ offers a broad spread of engineering, design, and management programmes and is considered a solid mid-tier option with a noticeably more accessible MET closing rank than the Manipal or Bengaluru campuses.
Located in Majitar, Sikkim, SMIT is the most accessible of the four campuses in terms of MET closing ranks. It draws recruiters like TCS, Infosys, and Cognizant with average packages generally in the ₹5-6 LPA range, making it a reasonable safety option for candidates whose MET rank does not reach the more competitive campuses.
| Campus | Established | Known For | Fee Range (Approx., per year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIT Manipal | 1957 | CSE/IT/ECE, strongest brand & placements | ₹4.5 – 5.5 Lakh |
| MIT Bengaluru | 2011 | CSE with Bengaluru tech-industry access | ₹4 – 5 Lakh |
| MUJ | 2011 | Broad programme spread, fast-growing placements | ₹3 – 4 Lakh |
| SMIT | Under MAHE umbrella | Accessible entry, core + IT branches | ₹2.5 – 3.5 Lakh |
| Branch / Programme | MIT Manipal | MIT Bengaluru | MUJ | SMIT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science & Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Information Technology | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Electrical & Electronics Engineering | Yes | Limited | Yes | Yes |
| Mechanical Engineering | Yes | Limited | Yes | Yes |
| Civil Engineering | Yes | No | Yes | Limited |
| Chemical Engineering / Biotechnology | Yes | No | Limited | No |
| Aeronautical / Aerospace Engineering | Yes | No | No | No |
| AI, Data Science & Fintech Specializations | Yes | Limited | Limited | No |
Programme availability can change by year and intake; always confirm the exact current-year programme list for each campus on manipal.edu before finalizing counselling choices.
MAHE holds NAAC A++ accreditation and its constituent engineering programmes are approved under UGC deemed-university norms. Most core B.Tech programmes at MIT Manipal additionally hold NBA (National Board of Accreditation) accreditation for specific disciplines, which is a relevant factor for students evaluating long-term degree recognition, especially for opportunities requiring NBA-accredited qualifications.
Only the constituent institutes of Manipal Academy of Higher Education — MIT Manipal, MIT Bengaluru, Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ), and Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology (SMIT).
MIT Manipal (the main Karnataka campus) generally has the strongest and most consistent placement record among the four, followed by MIT Bengaluru.
Yes, SMIT is the most accessible of the four campuses in terms of closing rank and remains a reasonable choice, particularly for core and IT branches, at a comparatively lower fee.
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