MET 2025 April 18 Paper Analysis (OUT): Check Question Paper PDFs with Answer Key Solutions @ Shiksha

Manipal Entrance Test 2026 ( MET )

Saakshi Varsha
Saakshi Varsha Lama
Deputy Manager Content
Updated on Apr 19, 2025 16:18 IST
MET 2025 April 18 Paper Analysis: Candidates can check the MET 2025 April 18 paper analysis here soon. MET 2025 was held in two slots - Slot 1 (9 AM to 11 AM) and Slot 2 (1 PM to 3 PM). The memory-based MET 2025 question paper PDFs with answer key solutions will also be available.

MET 2025 April 18 paper analysis is now available. Through the MET 2025 April 18 paper analysis, the candidates can check the important topics, difficulty level of the exam and more. The MET 2025 Phase 1 today paper was held in two slots - 9 AM to 11 AM and 1 PM to 3 PM. The memory-based MET 2025 question paper PDFs with answer key solutions are also expected to be available. Read to know the detailed MET 2025 April 18 Paper Analysis.

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MET 2025 April 18 Paper Analysis: Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) conducted the MET 2025 April 18 paper today. The MET 2025 Phase 1 today paper was held in two slots – Slot 1 (9 AM to 11 AM) and Slot 2 (1 PM to 3 PM), at various examination centres. Based on the initial reactions of the students who appeared for the exam, the MET 2025 April 18 paper analysis is that the examination was of moderate difficulty. The memory-based MET 2025 question paper PDFs with answer key solutions will also be available here. Using the MET 2025 unofficial answer key, the candidates will be able to asses their performance in the entrance exam.

Also Read: MET 2025 April 19 Paper Analysis: Check Question Paper PDFs with Answer Key Solutions

MET 2025 Phase 1 exam was conducted on April 18 and 19, 2025, as a computer-based test. At the exam centre, the candidates had to present their MET 2025 admit card and identity proof to the authorities. The authorities do not release the official MET 2025 answer key online.

Table of contents
  • MET 2025 April 18 Paper Analysis
  • How to calculate scores using the unofficial MET 2025 answer key?
  • MET 2025 Official Marking Scheme
  • MET 2025 Result

MET 2025 April 18 Paper Analysis

As per the initial reactions of the students who appeared for the MET 2025 April 18 paper, the overall examination was of moderate difficulty. Students found the exam easier than JEE Main 2025 April exam.

  • Overall Difficulty - Moderate
  • Physics: Students found it moderately difficult. Most of the questions were NCERT-based.
  • Chemistry: Most students reported that Chemistry was easy. 
  • Mathematics: Moderate. There were lengthy questions which made the section a bit tougher for the students.
  • English: This section was easy for the candidates 
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Commonly asked questions
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:   What is the overall difficulty level of MET?
A: 

Overall, MET is of moderate difficulty. Candidates who are prepared for board exams will be able to simultaneously prepare for MET. In comparison to national level exams such as JEE Main, MET is considered easier.

Q:   What is the total score in MET?
A: 

As per MET exam pattern, total score is 240. However, for every wrong answer in MCQs, one mark will be deducted. There is no negative marking for NATs.

Q:   What is good score in MET?
A: 

A good score in MET will depend on which course and campus the candidates wish to apply for. However, overall the candidates should score 110+ marks out of 240 marks to get a good chance of admission.

How to calculate scores using the unofficial MET 2025 answer key?

Candidates can follow the given steps to calculate their probable secured scores using the unofficial MET answer key 2025.

  • Download the answer key and compare it with the responses.
  • The official marking scheme of the MET 2025 paper has to be followed.
  • The total calculated will be the probable score secured in the exam.
  • It is to be noted that the calculated score is indicative and may differ from the result.
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MET 2025 Official Marking Scheme

Category of Questions

Marking Scheme

Multiple Choice Questions

4 marks will be given for every correct answer

1 mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer

Numerical Answer Type Questions

4 marks will be given for every correct answer

No marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer

MET 2025 Result

The official MET 2025 result has been announced. Candidates will be able to access the MET 2025 result link online at manipal.edu. The scores and ranks obtained in the entrance exam are announced through the MET result 2025. Candidates will be able to download their result in the form of MET 2025 scorecard. Qualified candidates will be able to participate in the MET 2025 counselling process.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What are the minimum marks required to qualify MET exam?
A: 

There are no minimum marks required to qualify MET exam. However, candidates have to meet minimum eligibility marks in 12th class for admissions.

Q:   Can the eligibility for MET be changed?
A: 

MAHE has not changed MET eligibility criteria. Candidates can check official eligibility criteria online before filling application form. Ineligible candidates will be not be considered for admission.

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Answered a week 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

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Answered a week 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

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Answered a week 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 a week 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 a week 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

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Answered a week 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 a week 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 a week 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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Neerja Rohatgi

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Answered a week ago

Yes, you can get into Manipal University Jaipur with a rank of 40000, if you belong to the General AI category. For this category, the round 3 cutoff ranged from 28285 to 55741. Hence, admission with a rank of 40000 is possible as per the Manipal University Jaipur MET cutoff 2026 for round 3. 

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Neerja Rohatgi

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Yes, you can get into Manipal Institute of Technology in the third round with a MET rank of 40000 if you belong to the General AI category. The MIT Manipal BTech cutoff 2026 ranged from 3159 to 54762. There's only one course that will be available with this rank. See below to know which:

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