MET MA Media & Communication, Film Art & Making Preparation 2026: Tips, Strategy & Guide

Manipal Entrance Test 2026 ( MET )

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MET 2026 preparation tips help candidates create a study strategy that will help them to prepare for the upcoming examination. Since the number of students who appear for MET annually is high, the competition level naturally rises every year, the candidates are advised to follow the MET preparation tips 2026 to have a higher chance of performing well in the exam. Some of the important preparation tips of MET 2026 involve knowing the exam pattern, and syllabus, doing regular revision and more.

Candidates should also have a good MET 2026 study plan to cover the syllabus and complete their preparation before the exam. MET 2026 will be held as a computer-based test. Read to know more about MET 2026 Preparation Tips.

Table of contents
  • How to Prepare for MET 2026?
  • MET 2026 Preparation - Best Books
  • Is MET exam pattern and syllabus important for preparation?
  • MET 2026 Important Chapters
  • MET 2026 Preparation Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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How to Prepare for MET 2026?

Students can check the important MET 2026 preparation tips below. The tips will help the students perform better in the examination.

  • To prepare for the exam, the students should know the official exam pattern. Knowing how the exam will be held can be advantageous to the students. Along with the pattern, the students should also know the syllabus. The subjects and topics that have to be studied for the exam can be checked through the syllabus. Based on the syllabus, the exam study plan can be prepared.

MET Exam Pattern

Particulars Details
Mode of Exam

Computer Based Test (CBT)

Duration 2 Hours (120 Minutes)
Type of Questions

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Numerical Answer Type (NAT)

Sections

Mathematics – 15 MCQs and 5 NAT Questions

Physics – 10 MCQs and 5 NAT Questions

Chemistry - 10 MCQs and 5 NAT Questions

English – 10 MCQs
Total Marks

240

Marking Scheme

For Multiple Choice Questions

  • 4 marks will be given for every correct answer
  • 1 mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer

For Numerical Answer Type Questions

  • 4 marks will be given for every correct answer
  • No marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer
  • Next, the students should create a study timetable for the exam. The topics have to be divided carefully in the timetable so that they can cover the entire MET syllabus before the exam. Finishing the syllabus before the exam will give them more time for revision and to attempt mock tests.
  • Students should attempt mock tests during the preparation process. Since the MET mock test will be similar to the exam, they can attempt it to know the question pattern. Through the mock test, the students can know their commonly made mistakes and correct them before the exam. Mock test also helps to build time management skills. Along with mock tests, MET question papers can also be used for preparation.
  • Students should revise regularly for the exam. By revising everyday, the students can remember what they have studied earlier. This leaves little room to forget important topics and concepts. More time should be given to important topics.
  • During the exam preparation, the students should also make sure they get enough rest. If the students are not healthy for the exam, then they might not do well in the test. Students should take care of their health.
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What are the last minute MET preparation tips?
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Before exam, students should not study new chapters or concepts. They should focus on previously studied chapters and work on them. Last few days before exam should be all about revision and mock tests.

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.

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MET 2026 Preparation - Best Books

During MET 2026 preparation, the students should study using recommended good materials. Students can benefit by studying for the exam using good preparation sources. It will also give them more chances to score well in the exam. Given below are the list of best books.

Subjects Books
Mathematics

Trigonometry, Geometry Books by IA Maron

Class XII Mathematics by RD Sharma

Problems in Calculus by SL Loney

Physics

Concepts of Physics by HC Verma

Understanding Physics by DC Pandy

Chemistry

Organic Chemistry by OP Tandon

Concise Inorganic Chemistry by JD Lee

Numerical Chemistry by P Bahadur

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Commonly asked questions
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:   Is NCERT books beneficial for MET preparation?
A: 

Yes, NCERT books are beneficial for MET preparation. Since the MET syllabus is similar to the 12th standard qualifying exam, the NCERT books will help the students to study and revise important topics and chapters for the exam. However, the students are also advised to check other important reference books for a more conceptual understanding.

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Is MET exam pattern and syllabus important for preparation?

Yes, MET 2026 exam pattern and syllabus is important for preparation. Through MET exam pattern 2026, candidates can check how entrance examination will be held. Some important information available through MET exam pattern are examination mode, duration, sections, marking details and more. To be prepared for exam,  it is important that candidates check pattern. This will help them to know what they can expect in exam and be accordingly prepared for it. 

Similarly, MET syllabus 2026 consists of subjects and topics that have to be prepared for entrance examination. Level of syllabus will be similar to 11th and 12th standard qualifying examination. MET question paper will be prepared based on official syllabus. Candidates should check syllabus and prepare according to it. They can also focus on most important chapters for MET, to check which topics are likely to be repeated in exam.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Do I have to prepare the entire MET syllabus?
A: 

Students are advised to prepare the entire MET syllabus since it will be used to prepare the question paper. By knowing the full syllabus, the students will have higher chances of solving most questions. However, the important topics with higher weightage can be picked out to focus on.

Q:   What is the MET marking scheme?
A: 

MET marking details is released online. Correct answers will be given four marks. One mark will be cut for incorrect answers in Multiple Choice Questions. There is no negative marking for incorrect answers to Numerical Answer Type Questions.

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MET 2026 Important Chapters

Candidates can check important chapters for MET 2026 below.

Subjects Topics
Physics

Optics (Ray and Waves)

Electrostatics

Current Electricity

Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents

Modern Physics

Laws of Motion

Thermodynamics

Work, Energy and Power

Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation

Properties of Matter

Chemistry

Chemical Kinetics

Coordination Chemistry

Atomic Structure

Solutions

Chemical Bonding

Thermodynamics

d and f, p block elements

Biomolecules

Organic Compounds

Electrochemistry

Mathematics

Vector Algebra

Complex Numbers

Probability

Calculus

Trigonometry

Matrices

Sequence and Series

Three-Dimensional Geometry

Determinants

Coordinate Geometry

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Which topics have to be studied for MET English section?
A: 

In MET English section, students will be tested on their aptitude. In English section, students should prepare Grammar and Language Use, Vocabulary, Punctuation, and Reading Comprehension.

Q:   Is it important for the students to be familiar with the MET syllabus?
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During preparation, students should check MET syllabus. Through syllabus, they can know topics to study for exam. It will help students plan their studies so that they are prepared for exam.

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MET 2026 Preparation Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Read for MET 2026 Preparation Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is the MET mock test available only for registered candidates?
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MET mock test will be available for all students. For mock test, no login details will be needed. Mock test will be available online. Candidates can use mock test to prepare for examination.

Q:   How can I prepare for MET?
A: 

For MET preparation, students have to understand exam pattern and syllabus. After knowing how exam will be held and important topics, they can prepare a study plan. Revision and mock tests should be done regularly. Students can also check previous year papers to choose important topics.

Q:   How can I plan out my MET study strategy?
A: 

For MET preparation, students have to know official syllabus. After checking syllabus, they will have to divide subjects and chapters so that they cover everything before exam. Students should also revise every day and practice with mock tests. It is important to prepare study plan.

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The Manipal University MET Cutoff 2025 has been released for admissions for the BTech programme. According to the MET Cutoff 2025, the cutoff range was 30100 in the first round closing ranks to 50589 in the last round closing ranks. The toughest specialisation for admission was Computer Science and

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The MET Cutoff 2025 ranged from 30100 to 50589 in the first and last round closing cutoff ranks for the General AI category at Manipal University Jaipur. The most competitive specialisation was B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering with the last round closing cutoff rank being 33571

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In 2025, the MET last round closing ranks for BTech course ranged between 5129 and 50785 for the students belonging to General AII India category students. Candidates can refer to the table below to view the first and last round closing ranks of all the BTech specialisations for MET. 

Course

Round 1 (Closing Rank)

Last Round (Closing Rank)

B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering

3479

5129

B.Tech. in Computer Science and Financial Technology

3786

5521

B.Tech. in Mathematics and Computing

3981

5633

B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering

5286

6789

B.Tech in Electronics Engineering (VLSI Design and Technology)

6808

7815

B.Tech. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering

10742

12986

B.Tech. in Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering

12383

15037

B.Tech. in Aeronautical Engineering

13301

15860

B.Tech. in Mechatronics Engineering

13905

16835

B.Tech. in Cyber Physical Systems

14867

16896

B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering

15028

19258

B.Tech. in Biotechnology

15604

19519

B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering

17037

21813

B.Tech. in Automobile Engineering

17648

22824

B.Tech. in Biomedical Engineering

19006

24653

B.Tech. in Industrial Engineering

19906

28076

B.Tech. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Dual Degree Program with Macquarie University)

21136

28117

B.Tech. in Civil Engineering

25392

29232

B.Tech. in Mechatronics (Dual Degree Program with Deakin University)

25436

32036

B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering (Dual Degree Program with Deakin University)

25526

35799

B.Tech. in Civil Engineering (Dual Degree Program with Macquarie University)

35227

50785

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