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MAHE Manipal Pharm.D : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility
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20 Jun, 2026 MAHE Manipal has also released Fee Structure 2026-27 for Pharm.D programs. The total academic fee is ₹ 29.6 Lakhs.
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About MAHE Manipal Pharm.D
MAHE Manipal offers the Pharm.D as a six-year, full-time course at Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, with 30 seats a year. You study for five years and spend the sixth year as an intern in hospital wards. The college stands #8 in the NIRF pharmacy ranking of 2025, and MAHE holds NAAC A++. The full fee without hostel is INR 29.50 Lakhs, and INR 37.96 Lakhs with a hostel room and mess. You get a seat through MET, the Manipal Entrance Test, and a merit list that also counts your Class 12 marks. The Class of 2025 had a median pay of INR 6 LPA, and 11 of its 29 graduates were placed.
MAHE Pharm.D Fees
The total fees with hostel is INR 37.96 Lakhs while the fees without hostel is INR 29.50 Lakhs. The tuition fee is INR 18.20 Lakhs of that. You pay the fee once a year, in five yearly parts, and the sixth year of internship has no fee. MAHE fixes this fee for each batch. Hostel and mess add INR 8.46 Lakhs over six years, and the INR 10,000 caution deposit comes back when you leave.
| Fee head | Amount | How it is charged |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | INR 18.20 Lakhs | INR 3.64 Lakhs a year, 5 fee years |
| Other fee | INR 11.30 Lakhs | INR 2.26 Lakhs a year, 5 fee years |
| Caution deposit | INR 10,000 | One time, refundable |
| Hostel and mess | INR 8.46 Lakhs | INR 1.41 Lakhs a year, 6 years |
| Total, no hostel | INR 29.50 Lakhs | Full course |
| Total with hostel | INR 37.96 Lakhs | Full course |
MAHE Pharm.D Admission Dates
The 2026 batch is in class. The 2027 dates below are estimates based on 2026, and MET registration is expected to open in Nov 2026. MAHE confirms each date on its admissions site.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| MET 2027 registration opens | Nov 2026 | Tentative |
| MET exam, first chance | Apr 2027 | Tentative |
| MET exam, second chance | May 2027 | Tentative |
| MET result and rank | May 2027 | Tentative |
| Pharm.D application, last date to apply | Jun 2027 | Tentative |
| Merit list and counselling round 1 | Jun 2027 | Tentative |
| Later counselling rounds and seat allotment | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| First year fee payment | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Reporting and document check | Aug 2027 | Tentative |
| Classes start | Aug 2027 | Tentative |
MAHE Pharm.D Eligibility
You need a pass in Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and English, plus Biology or Maths. A D.Pharm recognised by the PCI (Pharmacy Council of India) also counts. You must write MET, and you must be 17 by 31 Dec of the year you join. If a subject is missing, you cannot apply.
| Requirement | What you need |
|---|---|
| Class 12 subjects | A pass in Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, English and Biology or Maths |
| Other route | A D.Pharm recognised by the PCI |
| Exam | MET, the Manipal Entrance Test |
| Minimum age | 17 years by 31 Dec of the year you join |
MAHE Pharm.D Admission Process
MAHE admits you through MET, a merit list and counselling. The merit list gives 50% weight to your MET score and 50% to your Class 12 marks. At counselling you pay the full first year fee to hold the seat. If you do not pay by the given date, you lose the seat.
| Step | What you do |
|---|---|
| 1. Apply online | Fill the MAHE form and upload your Class 12 marks card |
| 2. Write MET | Book a slot and take the online test |
| 3. Merit list | MAHE ranks you on 50% MET score and 50% Class 12 marks |
| 4. Counselling | Attend online or on campus and take the seat offered |
| 5. Pay the fee | Pay the full first year fee with the caution deposit |
| 6. Report | Bring original documents for the check |
MAHE Pharm.D Cutoff
MAHE does not publish a Pharm.D closing rank. The merit list gives 50% weight to the MET score and 50% to Class 12 marks in the main subjects and English. With 30 seats a year, only the top of the list gets a seat. So a strong board result matters as much as the test.
| What counts | Detail |
|---|---|
| MET score | 50% of the merit list |
| Class 12 marks | 50% of the merit list, Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Maths and English |
| Seats | 30 a year |
| Closing rank | Not published |
MAHE Pharm.D Placements
The Class of 2025 had a median pay of INR 6 LPA, and 11 of its 29 graduates were placed. Another 17 went for higher studies. The median stayed at INR 6 LPA for three batches, but fewer graduates took jobs each year. Most jobs are in hospitals, clinical research and drug safety.
| Batch | Placed | Higher studies | Median pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class of 2023 | 19 of 29 | 10 | INR 6 LPA |
| Class of 2024 | 18 of 29 | 11 | INR 6 LPA |
| Class of 2025 | 11 of 29 | 17 | INR 6 LPA |
MAHE Pharm.D Scholarships
Three MAHE scholarships cut the fee by INR 2.95 Lakhs to INR 5.90 Lakhs over the course. The Scholar award gives the most, 20% off, to the top MET rank among admits. You need 80% in Class 12 for all three, and you can hold only one scholarship at a time.
| Scholarship | Who can get it | Amount or waiver |
|---|---|---|
| Scholar | Top MET rank among Pharm.D admits, 80% in Class 12 | INR 5.90 Lakhs over the course |
| Achiever | Top Pharm.D student in the year exams, from year 2 | INR 4.72 Lakhs over the course |
| Children of MAHE alumni | A parent graduated from MAHE, 80% in Class 12, General category | INR 2.95 Lakhs over the course |
MAHE Pharm.D Ranking
The college stands #8 in the NIRF pharmacy ranking of 2025, and MAHE holds NAAC A++. MAHE itself stands #3 in the NIRF university ranking of 2025. NIRF ranks on teaching, research, graduate results and data the college files every year.
| Ranking body | Year | Rank or grade |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF Pharmacy | 2025 | #8 |
| NIRF University, MAHE | 2025 | #3 |
| NAAC, MAHE | Latest cycle | A++ |
MAHE Pharm.D Course Structure
Years 1 and 2 cover core pharmacy subjects on campus. From year 4 you train in the wards of Kasturba Hospital, which has 2,032 beds. The sixth year is a full internship, and up to three months of it can be at another recognised centre in India or abroad.
| Year | What you study |
|---|---|
| Years 1 and 2 | Core pharmacy subjects on campus |
| Year 3 | Drug therapy and clinical subjects |
| Years 4 and 5 | Ward rounds with doctors at Kasturba Hospital, 2,032 beds |
| Year 6 | Internship across many hospital departments |
MAHE Pharm.D Hostel and Campus
A double room with an attached bath costs INR 79,000 a year and the mess INR 62,000 in 2026. First-year students get no single rooms, and the mess is compulsory for them. You book the room online on the MAHE hostel portal after admission.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Room in year 1 | Double, attached bath, non-AC: INR 79,000 a year |
| Mess | INR 62,000 a year, compulsory in year 1 |
| Hostel deposit | INR 7,500 |
| Refund after classes start | MAHE keeps INR 20,000 or a monthly charge, whichever is more |
Should you pick Pharm.D at MAHE Manipal?
This course suits students who want to work with patients and medicines in a hospital, or study further.
Pharm.D Eligibility▾
Pharm.D Admission Process▾
Pharm.D 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.
Source: MAHE Pharm.D admission page and MET 2026 calendar. Confirm on the official site before you act.
MAHE Manipal Pharm.D Fees 2027
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This is the full 6-year cost of the 2026-27 batch, not one year. The 2027 fee is not out yet. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and mess.
Source: MAHE 2026-27 fee list and hostel fee schedule. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Will your marks get you a Pharm.D seat at MAHE Manipal?
Pick your Class 12 route and whether you wrote MET. MAHE does not publish a closing rank for this course.
MAHE does not publish a Pharm.D closing rank. Half your merit score comes from Class 12 marks, so a strong board result counts as much as MET.
MAHE Manipal Pharm.D Scholarship Calculator
Answer two questions to see what you can claim. You can hold only one MAHE scholarship. Confirm the final amount with the college.
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾
Each card below says who qualifies. Both need 80% in Class 12.
MAHE Manipal Pharm.D vs similar colleges
Tap a college to see it next to MAHE Manipal. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, a better rank.
Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.
FAQs on MAHE Manipal Pharm.D
Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.
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MAHE Manipal: 2 Answered Questions
Where should I pursue my Computer Science course, Thapar University or Manipal University?
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.
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Average CTC |
7.2 LPA |
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Highest CTC |
22.38 LPA |
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Total no of offers made |
781 |
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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?
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
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Manipal University, Manipal:
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Completed his/ her 10+2 grade or equivalent from a recognized board With Physics, Mathematics, and English as the compulsory subjects with 50% marks.
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The candidate taking admission should also qualify the Manipal Entrance Test (MET)- 2020.
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3.35 Lakhs is the total fee for the CSE course in the 1st year.
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VIT Vellore:
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The candidate must have completed 10+2 with PCM or PCB as the subjects.
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Minimum 60% marks should be obtained by the aspirant in 10+2.
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The selections are done on the basis of counseling and marks obtained in the entrance texts i.e., VITEEE.
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The total course fee for ECE in VIT is 1.98 Lakhs.
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Placements
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Manipal University, Manipal:
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6.2 Lakhs was the median salary offered to CSE students in the University.
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Top recruiting companies in Manipal are Forbes Marshall, Mercedes Benz, Hyundai, Cipla, Hero Moto Corp, Maruti Suzuki, INFOYSIS, Intel, etc.
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VIT Vellore:
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713+ companies visited the campus with a total of 705 dream offers.
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The highest package offered was 41.60 LPA and 6.05 LPA was the average salary offered.
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Microsoft, Philips, HP, TCS, Wipro, Intel, Bank of America, Infosys, Deloitte, and Bosch among many others are top recruiters of the University.
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Campus
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Manipal University, Manipal:
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The campus is about 313 acres in the area.
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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.
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VIT Vellore:
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The campus size is about 250 acres.
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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.
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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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