What is the MET slot booking process?

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.

Can I change my allotted MET slots?

MET slots cannot be changed by students. Since slots are given according to preferences submitted during slot booking, authorities will not accept requests to make any changes. Students should be careful while choosing their slots.

Which documents do I have to carry along with my MET hall ticket?

While reporting to the exam centre, the students will have to carry their MET hall ticket along with one valid original ID proof. Without these documents, the students will not be allowed to enter the examination hall and attempt the exam.

If both MET exam sessions are attempted, which score will be considered for admission?

If students attempt both MET exam sessions, then best score out of two will be considered for admission. Students are eligible to attempt one or both sessions of examination. If needed, a third session may also be conducted.

Will MET be held as an online test?

MET will be conducted as an online test. Students will have to report to exam centres. MET will be held in available systems at exam centre. Offline exam will not be held.

How can I access the MET OTBS password?

MET OTBS password will not be sent individually to the students. The OTBS password to access the MET slot booking facility is the student's date of birth, in the DDMMYYYY format. Using the MET OTBS password and application number, they can login and book their slots.

Why am I not allotted my preferred MET exam slot?

If students are not given their preferred MET exam slot, it may be due to inavailability of exam centre. They will be given their next preference. In case of any problem, students should contact authorities.

Can I change my allotted MET exam centre?

No. Students will not be able to change their allotted MET exam centre. Therefore, the students are advised to be careful while selecting their choice of exam cities during the application form filling process. Centres are allotted as per the preference.

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

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.

What is the MET slot booking date?

MET 2026 slot booking dates have been announced. For Phase 1 exam, MET slot booking facility will be available online from March 31 to April 2, 2026. Students will have to log in and book their preferred MET exam slots before final date. Phase 2 slot booking will be open from May 9 to 11, 2026.

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

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.

Is MET held twice a year?

MET is an annual exam conducted in two sessions to select students for BTech admissions into its participating campuses. Students have to qualify the entrance exam to be eligible for admissions. One or both sessions of the entrance exam can be attempted.

Who is the conducting authority of MET?

The conducting authority of MET is the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE). The information about the entrance exam will be officially announced by the MAHE authorities. Students have to stay updated with the announcements made at the official website.

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MET 2026 slot booking dates have been announced online at manipal.edu. For Phase 1 exam, MET slot booking 2026 will be open from March 31 to April 2. Candidates will be able to book their slots through Online Test Booking System (OTBS). To log in, they will have to use their application number and password, which is date of birth in DDMMYYYY format. Using online slot booking, candidates can book their preferred MET 2026 exam dates and slots according to preferences. No other mode will be used for slot booking. Phase 2 slot booking will be available from May 9 to 11, 2026.

After slots are booked, MET 2026 admit card will be available for download on April 10 (Phase 1). Candidates can check their allotted centre, date and timings through MET hall ticket. Separate hall tickets are released for different phases of MET exam. Read to know more about MET Slot Booking 2026.

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