How to Book MET 2026 Exam Slots: Dates (OVER), Check Steps for MET Slot Booking

Manipal Entrance Test 2027 ( MET )

Saakshi Varsha
Saakshi Varsha Lama
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Updated on May 13, 2026 15:17 IST
How to Book MET 2026 Exam Slots: Candidates were able to access MET slot booking facility online from until May 11 for Phase 2 exam. It was important to know how to book MET exam slots, so that they could book as per preference. MET 2026 slot booking dates are separate for different examination phases.

How to Book MET 2026 Exam Slots: Registered candidates were able to book their examination slots through the online MET slot booking 2026 facility for Phase 2 exam. It was important to know the process on how to book MET exam slots, so that they could choose their preferred date and timings. Since MET 2026 slot booking was a one time process, candidates had to make sure that they book their slots according to their preference. Read to learn more about How to Book MET Exam Slots 2026, Dates, Admit Card and more.

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How to Book MET 2026 Exam Slots: MAHE has closed the MET 2026 slot booking process for Phase 2 exam. Registered candidates were able to book their MET 2026 exam slots as per their preference and availability. Final date for MET slot booking was May 11. To login, candidates had to use their application number and MET OTBS password. No other mode was used for slot booking. Candidates will have to use their date of birth in DDMMYYYY format as their Online Test Booking System (OTBS). 

Candidates were advised to know instructions on MET slot booking 2026, so that they had higher chances of getting their preferred slots. Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) will conduct MET exam 2026 in two shifts - Shift 1 (9 AM to 11 AM) and Shift 2 (2 PM to 4 PM). Candidates had to finish MET slot booking as soon as possible since allotment is done based on first come first serve basis. Separate slot booking facilities are opened for different phases of exam. Read to learn more about How to Book MET 2026 Exam Slots.

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Table of contents
  • MET 2026 Slot Booking Dates (OUT)
  • What are the MET 2026 Exam Slots?
  • How to Book MET 2026 Exam Slots?
  • MET Slot Booking 2026: Key Mistakes to Avoid
  • MET 2026 Hall Ticket: How to Download?

MET 2026 Slot Booking Dates (OUT)

Candidates can check phase wise MET slot booking 2026 from table given below.

Events Dates
Phase 1 Exam
Slot Booking 31-Mar-2026 to 02-Apr-2026
Release of admit card 10-Apr-2026 to 13-Apr-2026
MET 2026 exam date 13-Apr-2026 & 14-Apr-2026
Phase 2 Exam
Slot Booking 09-May-2026 to 11-May-2026
Availability of hall ticket 20-May-2026 to 22-May-2026
MET 2026 exam 23-May-2026 & 24-May-2026
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the MET slot booking process?
A: 

During MET slot booking, students have to book preferred exam slots. To book slots, they will have to log in with required details. Selection of exam slots has to be done according to preference.

Q:   What will happen if I forget to book my MET slots?
A: 

MET slot booking will be open online. If students forget to book exam slots before final date, then their slot will be automatically assigned by authorities. They cannot change their exam slots, once it is allotted.

Q:   Which login credentials are needed to download the MET admit card?
A: 

MET admit card is released online. To download MET admit card, students have to log in with application form number and OTBS password. Students will have to enter their date of birth as OTBS password for login.

Q:   Should I attempt the MET mock test for preparation?
A: 

Mock tests are beneficial during the preparation process since it will help the students to understand how the examination will be conducted. MET mock test will also allow the students to identify important topics, questions and how to answer the different types of questions. Students can also work on their time management skills using the mock test.

What are the MET 2026 Exam Slots?

MET 2026 will be held as a computer based test at various exam centres. The entrance examination will be conducted in two slots, which the candidates can choose according to preference and availability.

Particulars

Slot 1

Slot 2

Reporting Time

8 AM

1 PM

Exam Start Time

9 AM

2 PM

Exam End Time

11 AM

4 PM

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How to Book MET 2026 Exam Slots?

MET slot booking 2026 process was open online. No other mode could be used by candidates to book their Manipal Entrance Test 2026 slots. Since slot booking is over, candidates can check steps given below for reference.

  • Go to cdn.digialm.com/EForms/configuredHtml/32833/98207/login.html.
  • Click on slot booking link.
  • Candidates had to log in using their MET application form number and OTBS password.
  • Once logged in, they had to verify their details and click on ‘Book a Seat’.
  • The preferred test city had to be selected from the dropdown list.
  • Once preferred test city is selected, the list of available slots in each centre were displayed on the screen. Candidates had to select preferred exam centre and slot.
  • After submitting their preferred exam slot, candidates had to confirm their decision.
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What are the last minute MET preparation tips?
A: 

Students should not study new chapters or concepts before exam. They should focus on previously studied chapters and work on them.

Q:   Are other exam scores considered for MET admissions?
A: 

The authorities do not consider any other exam score for MET admissions. All students will have to attempt and qualify the MET exam to be eligible for admission into the participating campuses. However, the basic 12th standard qualifying exam mark eligibility has to be met.

Q:   Which preparation materials are important for MET?
A: 

For MET preparation, students should study from NCERT books and also use mock tests and sample papers.

Q:   What is the duration of the MET exam?
A: 

MET exam pattern is released online. Students will have to complete MET question paper in 2 hours. No extra time will be given to complete exam. Students have to answer 60 questions in exam.

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MET Slot Booking 2026: Key Mistakes to Avoid

Candidates could check some important mistakes that they had to avoid while booking their MET 2026 exam slot.

  • Once MET slot booking opened, candidates had to immediately login to book their exam slots, so that they were able to secured their preference. All slots were subject to availability.
  • Booked MET exam slots cannot be changed once it is submitted, therefore, candidates had to be careful while making their selection.
  • MET 2026 exam centres could be changed by the authorities in case of unavoidable circumstances. In this case, candidates will be informed well in advance.
  • After MET exam slots were booked, a confirmation email was sent. Candidates have to check this confirmation page well for any mistakes.
  • MET 2026 slot booking had to be completed before last date. If slots were not booked before final date, it will be automatically allotted according to availability.

MET 2026 Hall Ticket: How to Download?

MAHE will release MET hall ticket 2026 for Phase 2 exam. To download admit card, candidates will have to go to the official website and log in using their application form number and OTBS password. No other mode will be used to release the MET admit card 2026. Through the hall ticket, candidates can check their allotted MET exam slot, centre, timings and guidelines. At the allotted MET 2026 exam centre, they will have to bring their hall ticket along with one valid ID proof. 

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Answered a month ago

To retreive MET login password, candidates will have to go to the login portal and click on 'Forgot Password'. They will have to provide registered email ID and mobile number. The password reset link will be sent to the registered email address. 

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Nishtha Mishra

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Answered a month ago

Some of the commonly faced problems while downloading MET admit card are inability to login, server or browser issues or forgetting login credentials.

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Rachit Chauhan

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Answered 2 months ago

For admissions into MIT Manipal, equal weightage will be given to MET score and 12th standard qualifying exam marks.

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Rachit Chauhan

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 months ago

According to previous years' trends, 185+ marks in MET along with minimum 85% marks in 12th standard exam will have chances for a safe rank for CSE in Manipal.

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Nidhi Chaudhary

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 months ago

120 in MET is a good score, as it will give candidates higher chances of admission into core courses in participating campuses. This score has less chance of securing admission in CSE.

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Jasleen Shukla

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Answered 2 months ago

Overall, MET is easier than JEE Main since most questions are not as conceptually challenging as JEE Main. However, students face time management issues during MET.

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Nikita Goyal

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 months ago

Yes, a rank of 40000 can easily get you admitted to this college in the third round if you belong to the General AI category. For this category, the round 3 cutoff ranged from 49991 to 55828. Hence, getting admission at this institution can be achievable with the attained rank. 

Students can check th

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Neerja Rohatgi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

SMIT CSE cutoff 2026 for the General AI category was 55828 in round 3. In 2026, this branch was the easiest to get into. In 2024 and 2023, the cutoffs for the branch and round were 45915 and 46768, respectively. 

These rank variations highlight shifting competition for the CSE branch over the past th

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Neerja Rohatgi

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Answered 2 months ago

SMIT MET cutoff 2026 has been released for the 3rd round of admission to the BTech courses. For the General AI category, the maximum rank accepted was 55828 for the BTech CSE course.

While BTech CSE was the easiest course for admission,  BTech in Electronics and Communication Engineering came out as

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Neerja Rohatgi

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Answered 2 months ago

Manipal University Jaipur CSE Cutoff 2026 for the General AI category was 33107 in the third round. Hence, this category candidates need a rank of at least 33107  to be eligible for admission. The lower the rank, the better. 

Please note that the cutoff for the other categories, rounds will be differ

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