MET 2027 B.Tech registrations open at manipal.edu; Phase 1 deadline March 15
By TUF News Desk · Published 24 October 2026 · 3 min read
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Students planning to study B.Tech at one of the Manipal campuses can now begin their applications. The Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) has activated the online registration portal for the Manipal Entrance Test (MET) 2027. Candidates applying through Phase 1 have until March 15, 2027, to complete and submit the application form on the official admission portal.
The portal opened in October 2026 and is live at manipal.edu, with applications also accessible through apply.manipal.edu. MET is the common entrance test for B.Tech programmes at MAHE campuses in Manipal, Bengaluru, Jaipur and Dubai, including the Manipal Institute of Technology. Students considering the Jaipur campus can read our profile of Manipal University Jaipur to compare.
Key dates for MET 2027
The dates reported so far are as follows:
- Registration portal: open now
- Phase 1 application deadline: March 15, 2027
- Phase 1 exam: third week of April 2027 (tentative)
- Phase 2 exam: last week of May 2027 (tentative)
MAHE is expected to confirm the exact exam dates separately. The Phase 1 exam will be held in computer-based test mode at designated centres across India. After the application process closes, the university will open online slot booking for the exam.
Candidates should treat the March 15 deadline as the reported Phase 1 cut-off, since MAHE can announce programme-wise variations. Check the final deadline for your programme on the official portal before you submit.
How to fill the MET 2027 application form
The application is entirely online. The steps are:
- Visit manipal.edu and click Apply Now, or go directly to apply.manipal.edu.
- Register with your name, email ID and mobile number. After registration, the login password is sent to your registered email ID.
- Log in and fill in your personal, academic and contact details. Select the programme level, course and preferred campus.
- Choose your preferred exam cities.
- Upload a recent passport-size photograph and your signature in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online through net banking, credit card or debit card.
- Submit the form, then download the acknowledgement and note your application details.
If documents are on your mind, our admission documents checklist covers what to keep ready before you sit down at the portal: a clear photo scan, a neat signature and a valid ID save a lot of last-minute trouble.
Fee and eligibility
The application fee is reported at Rs 2,000, split into Rs 800 for the application and Rs 1,200 for the entrance test. That figure is still subject to official confirmation, so candidates should check the amount shown during checkout on the portal before paying.
On eligibility, candidates should have passed or be appearing in Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics among their subjects. MAHE sets the minimum aggregate marks and subject combinations programme-wise, so the official portal is the final word on who qualifies.
For students still weighing their options, our guide on choosing a university in India breaks down how to compare private universities on cost, placements and accreditation before applying anywhere.
Frequently asked questions
When is the last date to apply for MET 2027?
March 15, 2027, for Phase 1, as reported by education portals tracking the admission cycle. Verify the final programme-wise deadline on the official MAHE admission portal before submitting.
What is the application fee for MET 2027?
The fee is reported at Rs 2,000 (Rs 800 application fee plus Rs 1,200 entrance test fee), subject to official confirmation on the portal at payment time.
When will the MET 2027 exams be held?
Phase 1 is tentatively expected in the third week of April 2027 and Phase 2 in the last week of May 2027. MAHE will announce the confirmed dates and slot-booking schedule separately.
Where can I apply for MET 2027?
Through the official admission portal at manipal.edu or apply.manipal.edu, by registering an account and completing the online application form.
Frequently asked questions
When is the last date to apply for MET 2027?
March 15, 2027, for Phase 1, as reported by multiple education portals. Candidates should verify the final programme-wise deadline on the official admission portal.
What is the application fee for MET 2027?
The fee is reported at Rs 2,000, split into Rs 800 for the application and Rs 1,200 for the entrance test, subject to official confirmation on manipal.edu.
When will the MET 2027 exams be held?
Phase 1 is tentatively scheduled for the third week of April 2027 and Phase 2 for the last week of May 2027. MAHE will announce the confirmed dates later.
Where can I apply for MET 2027?
On the official MAHE admission portal at manipal.edu or apply.manipal.edu, by registering and completing the online application form.
Sources: Jagran Josh, Shiksha, FreeJobAlert, CollegeDunia