Quick Summary
Manipal Academy of Higher Education, in Manipal, India, is a private deemed university that has shaped higher education since 1953. Ranked #731-740 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 35000 students including 15% from outside India. Known for strengths in Pharmacy & Pharmacology, Medicine, Dentistry, it maintains an acceptance rate of 15%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
MAHE offers a globally recognized education within a vibrant, safe, and diverse university town environment. It is consistently ranked among the top private research universities in India.
Subject Strengths
Pharmacy & PharmacologyMedicineDentistryNursingLife Sciences & Medicine
Founded1953
TypePrivate Deemed University
Total Students35000
Intl Students15%
Faculty Ratio9
CampusResidential University Town
Campus Size600 acres
Affiliated HospitalsKasturba Hospital, Manipal Hospital Bangalore, Wenlock District Hospital
AccreditationNAAC A++ Grade, National Board of Accreditation (NBA), ICAS, Council of Architecture
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#731-740
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601-800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#901-1000
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Allied Health, Pharmacy, Engineering, Information Sciences, Management, Communication, Humanities, Architecture, Life Sciences
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Manipal Centre for Natural Sciences, Centre for Bioethics, Centre for Medical Genetics
Research Centers
High
Research Output
NAAC A++ Grade, National Board of Accreditation (NBA), ICAS, Council of Architecture
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate15%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL79
Min GPA3.0
GRENot Available
GMATAccepted for MBA
SATAccepted
ACTAccepted
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · June 15, 2025
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 15, 2025
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admission to engineering programs is primarily through the Manipal Entrance Test (MET). Medical admissions require qualifying NEET scores. International applicants should apply through the International Students category for streamlined processing.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Indian Rupee
UG Tuition
₹540,000/yr
per year · INR
Living Cost
₹200,000/yr
per year · INR
PG Tuition
₹415,000/yr
per year · INR
Application Fee
$75
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₹742,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · INR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$2,000
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Allied Health, Pharmacy, Engineering, Information Sciences, Management, Communication, Humanities, Architecture, Life Sciences programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MBBS | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| B.Tech (Computer Science) | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| MBA | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| PharmD | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| BDS | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$9,500
Average Salary After Graduation
92%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementMandatory for Medicine and Engineering; Excellent placement records in IT and Healthcare
Industry Connections
MicrosoftAmazonCiscoPhilipsSchneider ElectricBosch
Notable Alumni
Satya Nadella (CEO of Microsoft), Rajeev Suri (former CEO of Nokia), Vikas Khanna (Michelin-starred Chef)
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Marena (Indoor Sports Complex), Cricket Ground, Football Turf, Swimming Pools, Tennis Courts
Student Clubs
MAHE Music Club, Manipal Thespians, Photography Club, Rotaract Club, Social Media Cell
Library Resources
Health Sciences Library (one of the largest in Asia), Central Library with vast digital access
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available