Overview
Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) has officially released the MET 2026 Round 5 seat allotment on July 30, 2026. Candidates who appeared for the Manipal Entrance Test (MET) 2026 can now check their allotment status online at the official counselling portal — counseling.manipal.edu. This round covers seat allocation across various undergraduate programs including BTech, BPharm, and allied health sciences.
Candidates allotted seats in Round 5 must complete the acceptance formalities, upload required documents, and pay the acceptance fee before the deadline to confirm their admission. The seat allotment is purely merit-based, considering the candidate's MET score, choices filled, and seat availability.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) |
| Exam Name | MET 2026 (Manipal Entrance Test) |
| Post/Programs | BTech, BPharm, BSc Nursing, Allied Health & more |
| Round | Round 5 Seat Allotment |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | manipal.edu |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| MET 2026 Application Start | November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | April 2026 |
| MET 2026 Exam Dates | June 2026 |
| Round 5 Seat Allotment | July 30, 2026 |
| Acceptance Fee Payment Deadline | August 2026 |
| Reporting to Institute | August 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- BTech: Passed Class 10+2 (or equivalent) with Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry/Biotechnology/Computer Science as compulsory subjects, with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks (40% for reserved categories).
- BPharm: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics with a minimum of 50% aggregate.
- BSc Nursing: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, minimum 45% aggregate in PCB.
- Other programs: Refer to the official MET 2026 information brochure for program-specific subject and percentage requirements.
- Candidates appearing in the qualifying examination in 2026 are also eligible to apply, subject to meeting the marks criteria at the time of admission.
Age Limit
- Candidates must have completed 17 years of age as of December 31, 2026, for most undergraduate programs.
- There is no upper age limit for MET 2026 admissions.
Fees
- MET 2026 Application Fee: ₹1,400 (non-refundable).
- Round 5 Seat Acceptance Fee: Approximately ₹50,000 (adjustable against the first-semester tuition fee).
- Tuition Fee: Varies by program and institute — for BTech, it ranges between ₹3–4 lakh per annum depending on the campus.
- Hostel and other incidental charges are separate and payable as per institute norms.
Selection Process
- MET 2026 Entrance Exam: Candidates must appear for the MET 2026 computer-based test (CBT), conducted at designated centres across India and abroad.
- Counselling and Choice Filling: Based on the MET rank, candidates fill their preferred program and campus choices in the online counselling portal.
- Seat Allotment (Multiple Rounds): MAHE conducts multiple allotment rounds. Round 5 was released on July 30, 2026. Candidates must accept the allotted seat by paying the acceptance fee to lock the seat.
- Document Verification & Admission: After accepting the seat, candidates report to the allotted institute with original documents for verification and complete the admission formalities.
How to Apply
- Visit the official counselling portal at counseling.manipal.edu using your login credentials (MET application number and password).
- Click on the "MET 2026 Round 5 Seat Allotment" link on the homepage.
- Enter your application number, date of birth, and security captcha, then click Submit.
- Your allotment status will be displayed — either "Seat Allotted" or "Waitlisted/Not Allotted".
- If allotted, download the provisional allotment letter and save a PDF copy for future reference.
- Pay the acceptance fee online via net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI before the deadline.
- Upload the required documents (Class 10 and 12 mark sheets, MET scorecard, category certificate if applicable, etc.) and report to the allotted campus as per the schedule.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|
| Official Website | Visit Official Website |
| MET Counselling Portal | Visit Official Website |
| Official Notification/Prospectus | Visit Official Website |
FAQs
Q1: When was the MET 2026 Round 5 seat allotment released?
The Round 5 seat allotment was released on July 30, 2026, on the official counselling portal counseling.manipal.edu.
Q2: What should I do if I am allotted a seat in Round 5?
You must accept the seat by paying the acceptance fee (approx. ₹50,000) and uploading the required documents before the deadline. Failure to do so will result in cancellation of the allocated seat.
Q3: Can I participate in further rounds if I am not allotted in Round 5?
Yes, if you are not allotted a seat, you remain in the pool for subsequent rounds. However, if you are allotted but do not accept the seat, you will be **