Are other exam scores considered for MET admissions?

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.

How is the MET merit list prepared?

The authorities will prepare the MET merit list to select students for admissions into the courses offered by the participating institutes. The performance of the students will be assessed to prepare the MET merit list. Separate merit lists will be prepared for different categories.

What is the last date for MET 2026 registration?

MET 2026 registration last date for Phase 2 is April 26, 2026. Candidates can now register for Phase 2 of MET 2026 exam.

What is the MET exam date?

MET 2026 exam date has been released. Phase 1 will be held on April 13 and 14, while Phase 2 will be conducted on May 23 and 24.

What is good score in MET?

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.

What is the most difficult section of MET?

According to students, Mathematics is often considered the most difficult section of MET. Since questions are often tough and lengthy, candidates should accordingly prepare well.

What are the minimum marks required to qualify MET exam?

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

What is the section wise weightage in MET?

In MET paper, Mathematics will have 20 questions. Physics and Chemistry will have 15 questions each, and English will have 10 questions.

How many rounds of MET counselling will be held?

The authorities are conducting four counselling rounds. Along with the four rounds of MET counselling, a intra-institute round is also expected to be held to select candidates for allotment of seats. For every round of counselling, the candidates will be able to select/edit their choices for allotment. Separate MET seat allotment results will be announced for every round.

Which documents are required during MET counselling?

Candidates have to submit documents during MET counselling to confirm admission. Some important documents to be submitted are hall ticket, rank card, counselling form, marksheets and more.

What is the counselling process for MET exam?

In MET counselling process, candidates will first have to register online to pay counselling fee and select choice of courses and campuses. MET seat allotment will be announced online. Selected candidates have to confirm their admission before last date.

What are the steps to check the MET seat allotment result?

MET seat allotment result is announced online. To check seat allotment, students will have to log in with their required details. MET seat allotment status will be available on screen.

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.

What is the MET slot booking date?

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

Is there slot booking for MET mock test?

Students do not have to book slots for MET mock test. The test is available anytime for them.

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.

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.

In how many cities is MET exam held?

MET exam cities is released at official website. MAHE is expected to conduct MET in around 81 cities all over the country.

How is MET centre allocated?

While filling online application form, candidates have to fill their choice of MET exam centre. Allotment of centres will be done according to preference and availability.

When will MET admit card be released?

MET 2026 admit card will be released on April 10 (Session 1) and May 20 (Session 2). Separate admit cards will be released for the two examination sessions. Students will have to download and bring the hall ticket to the exam centre.

What is the total score in MET?

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.

Is MET easy or tough?

According to previous years' trends, MET exam is moderate in difficulty. Candidates who are well prepared for their board exams will be able to prepare for MET exam simultaneously.

Can I do BTech without MET?

For admissions into BTech courses offered by Manipal University, admissions will be done based on only MET scores. No other scores will be accepted for admission.

How many papers are there in MET?

MET exam will consist of one paper. However, there are four sections in the paper. Candidates will have to attempt questions from Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and English.

How much is the MET application fee?

MET application fee is INR 800. Students will have to pay application fee online, i.e., through net banking/debit card/credit card/UPI/PayTM. If fee is not paid before final date, then it will not be accepted.

Is there any provision for conducting MET exam twice in a year?

MAHE conducts MET as an annual exam conducted in two phases. Candidates can attempt one or both phases of exam. If both exam phase is attempted, best score will taken for ranking.

Can the eligibility for MET be changed?

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.

What is the MET 2026 application form date?

MET 2026 application form for Phase 2 exam has been released. All students will have to submit application form before April 26, 2026.

Where to find the MET mock test?

MET mock test is available online at manipal.edu. All interested candidates will be able to attempt the mock test to prepare for the exam.

What is the duration of the MET mock test?

The duration of the MET mock test has been announced. Candidates will be allotted 60 minutes to complete the mock test. A total of 18 questions have to be answered within the allotted duration. Once the time is over, the paper will be automatically submitted and no answers can be marked or submitted. Candidates will have to prepare themselves and boost their time management skills to complete the examination within the allotted duration.

Can I take the MET mock test multiple times?

Yes, candidates will be able to attempt MET mock test multiple times. No log in credentials are need to attempt mock test.

Is it mandatory to take MET mock tests for exam preparation?

It is not mandatory to take MET mock test for exam preparation. However, it is recommended to students to practice using the online mock tests.

Which section is difficult to prepare in MET?

Among all MET sections, students often find Mathematics section to be the most difficult to prepared. Students should check and focus more on important topics and repeated questions to prepare for Mathematics.

MET 2026: Admit Card (Phase 1 April 10), Exam Dates OUT, Pattern, Mock Test, Admission Process

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MET 2026 admit card for Phase 1 exam will be released on April 10. Official MET 2026 hall ticket download link will be available online at manipal.edu. To login and download admit card, candidates will have to use their MAHE application number and MET OTBS password. Details about allotted MET 2026 exam slots, centre and more can be checked through hall ticket. MAHE has announced the MET 2026 exam dates. For Phase 1, MET exam 2026 will be held on April 13 and 14, as a computer based test.

While reporting to their allotted centre, candidates will have to bring their MET admit card along with one valid ID proof. Since MET is a competitive exam, they should be familiar with the official MET exam pattern and syllabus, so that they are prepared well. MAHE MET 2026 exam will be held in two phases. Candidates can attempt both exam phases, however, best score will be considered for admission. No other exam scores are accepted for MET admissions. For Phase 2, MET 2026 registration is now open until April 26. Read to know more about MET 2026 Exam.

Table of contents

What is MET?
MET 2026 Dates & Schedule
MET 2026 Highlights
Manipal MET Hall Ticket 2026
MET 2026 Question/Sample Papers
What is the MET Exam Pattern 2026?
MET 2026 Syllabus: Subjects to Prepare
What are the MET 2026 Preparation Tips?
MET 2026 Application Form: How to apply?
Manipal BTech MET Mock Test 2026
How to Book MET 2026 Exam Slots
MET 2026 Result/Score Card
MET Cutoff 2026: Previous Year Cutoff Download PDFs
MET Counselling Process 2026
MET 2026 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is MET?

Manipal Academy of Higher Education conducts Manipal Entrance Test (MET) to select candidates for BTech admission into participating campuses. Based on MET scores, candidates can apply for BTech courses offered by participating four campuses. MET is held as an online test at various centres, and candidates will have to attempt objective questions.

Which institutes offer admissions through MET score?

Candidates with valid MET score will be eligible for admissions into following campuses.

Previous Years' MET Exam Dates Trends

Candidates can check previous years' MET exam date trends to know expected examination timeline and schedule.

Year	Phase 1	Phase 2
2025	April 18 to 19, 2025	May 12, 2025
2024	April 16 to 17, 2024	May 18 to 19, 2024
2023	April 28 to 30, 2023	May 27 to 28, 2023
2022	April 22 to 24, 2022	May 20 to 22, 2022

Previous Year's MET Paper Analysis

According to students who attempted previous year's MET exam, overall paper was moderately difficult. Students found Mathematics as toughest section and most questions were lengthy and from both 11th and 12th class syllabus. Physics was moderate but questions were more numerical based and from 12th class. Chemistry was easy and most questions were from Organic Chemistry. As per MET exam previous year analysis, English was easy.

What is MET admission process?

MET 2026 Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of MET 2026 exam

Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
24 Mar ' 26 - 26 Apr ' 26	MET 2026 application form - Phase 2 ONGOING
10 Apr ' 26 - 13 Apr ' 26	MET 2026 admit card - Phase 1
13 Apr ' 26 - 14 Apr ' 26	MET 2026 Exam Date - Phase 1
09 May ' 26 - 11 May ' 26	MET 2026 slot booking - Phase 2
20 May ' 26 - 22 May ' 26	MET 2026 admit card - Phase 2
23 May ' 26 - 24 May ' 26	MET 2026 Exam Date - Phase 2

Dates	Past Exam Dates
31 Mar ' 26 - 02 Apr ' 26	MET 2026 Slot Booking Phase 1
01 Oct ' 25 - 23 Mar ' 26	MET 2026 application form - Phase 1
30 Sep ' 25	MET 2026 registration portal open

MET 2026 Highlights

Candidates can check the detailed highlights of MET 2026 from the table given below.

Particulars	Details
Name of the Exam	Manipal Entrance Test (MET)
Conducted By	Manipal Academy of Higher Education
Exam Level	Undergraduate
Exam Frequency	Annual
Mode of Exam	Computer-Based Test
Total Registrations	Over 1 Lakh
Course offered through the exam	BTech
Exam Fees	INR 800
Exam Duration	2 Hours
Number of Section	4 - Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, English
Total Questions	60
Marking Scheme	4 marks for every correct answer. For MCQs, 1 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer. For NAT questions, no negative marking will be done.
Medium of Exam	English
Colleges Accepting Exam Score	Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal Manipal University, Jaipur Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology, Sikkim MIT, Bengaluru
No. of Test Cities	82
Official Website	manipal.edu
Contact Details	MET Email ID: admissions@manipal.edu

Manipal MET Hall Ticket 2026

DeskCalendar Admit Card: 10 Apr ' 26 - 13 Apr ' 26

MAHE will release MET 2026 admit card for Phase 1 exam on April 10. Official MET 2026 hall ticket download link will be available at manipal.edu. To download admit card, candidates will have to log in using their application number and OTBS password. All candidates will have to complete their slot booking to download their MET admit card 2026. MAHE is also expected to send MET 2026 admit card download link to candidates through email.

Some important details that can be checked through MET admit card are allotted examination centre address, date, slot and guidelines. Candidates cannot raise requests to make changes to their allotted centres. At exam centre, they will have to bring their admit card along with one valid identity proof. If these documents are not shown at exam centre, then candidates will not be allowed to enter exam centre to attempt Manipal Entrance Test. For Phase 2 examination, candidates will be able to download their admit card on May 20, 2026.

MET 2026 Question/Sample Papers

Candidates can check previous year's MET question papers to be well prepared for exam. Since official Manipal MET question papers are not released, candidates can refer to sample papers to understand how exam will be held and important questions to prepare. Candidates can download MET question paper PDFs from table given below.

Particulars	Download PDF
MET 2025	MET 2025 Sample Paper PDF
MET 2024	MET Sample Paper 2024 Download PDF
MET 2023	MET 2023 Sample Paper PDF
MET 2022	MET 2022 Sample Paper

What is the MET Exam Pattern 2026?

MET exam pattern can be checked online on the official website. Candidates must check the MET exam pattern 2026, to know the marking scheme of the exam and how the question paper is set on the exam day. By knowing the exam pattern candidates can have idea about the MET mode, duration, total number of questions and more. It is important pasrt of the MET 2026 preparation process. Note that, MET exam will have both multiple choice and numerical answer type questions.

Particulars	Details
Mode	Online
Duration	2 Hours
Medium	English
Type of Questions	Multiple Choice Questions Numerical Answer Type Questions
Total Number of Questions	60 Questions
Marking Scheme	For Multiple Choice Questions 4 marks will be given for every correct answer 1 mark will be cut for every incorrect answer For Numerical Answer Type Questions 4 marks will be given for every correct answer No marks will be cut for every incorrect answer

MET 2026 Syllabus: Subjects to Prepare

MET 2026 syllabus has been released online. Candidates can check subjects and topics to be studied for exam through syllabus. Before starting preparation, students should check MET syllabus to know which subjects and topics have to be studied for exam. According to official syllabus, students will have to prepare topics from Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. Question paper will be prepared according to syllabus. Level of MET exam syllabus will be similar to 12th class syllabus.

MET 2026 Syllabus: Important Topics

Candidates can check some MET 2026 important chapters from the table given below.

Subjects	Topics
Physics	Photoelectric Effect and Electromagnetic Waves Electrostatics Magnetic Effects of Current Work power energy Current Electricity Optics Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Current Semiconductors and Communication System Waves and Sound
Chemistry	Carboxylic Acid and Its Derivatives Ionic Equilibrium Carbonyl Compounds – Aldehydes and Ketones Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties Chemical thermodynamics Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry Mole Concept Coordination Compounds Redox Reactions and Volumetric Analysis Chemical bonding and molecular structure Atomic structure General organic chemistry Biomolecules and Polymers
Mathematics	Matrices and Determinants Binomial theorem Complex numbers Sequences and Series Application of Derivatives Differential Equation Point and straight line Definite integration Inverse trigonometric functions Limits Vectors Area Under Curves Continuity and Differentiability
English	Fill in the Blanks Analogy Test Sentence Correction Synonyms and Antonyms Comprehension

What are the MET 2026 Preparation Tips?

Students can check important MET 2026 preparation tips given below to prepare well.

Before starting preparation, students should check official exam pattern and syllabus. Students can prepare well for exam if they are familiar with pattern and syllabus.
Next, students should prepare a study timetable for exam. Students should make sure that all subjects and topics are covered and completed before exam date.
Students have to revise their topics daily. Revision will let students remember better and not forget what they have studied.
They should attempt MET mock tests so that they can know their preparation. Mock tests will also help them know commonly made mistakes and fix them before exam.

MET 2026 Application Form: How to apply?

DeskCalendar Registration: 24 Mar ' 26 - 26 Apr ' 26

MET 2026 application form is now available for Phase 2 exam. While filling out online application form, candidates will have to fill their personal, academic and contact information. Next, they will have to upload their photograph and signature and pay MET 2026 application fee. Payment of fee has to be done online through net banking, debit card or credit card. If MET application form is not submitted before last date, candidates will not be considered registered for exam. Since no correction facility is provided, candidates should be careful while filling basic information.

How to fill MET application form 2026?

Candidates can fill MET application form 2026 by following steps given below.

Go to manipal.edu
Click on application form link.
Candidates have to register using basic details.
Application form has to be filled with required details. Preferred exam centres have to be selected.
Fee has to be paid through net banking/credit card/debit card.
Scanned photograph and signature has to be uploaded.
Application form has to be submitted.

MET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

MET eligibility criteria 2026 is released by authorities. Candidates will have to fulfil below mentioned eligibility criteria if they want to participate in MET 2026 admission process.

BTech Courses - Candidates should have qualified 10+2, A-Level, IB, American 12th grade or equivalent examination with Physics, Mathematics and English as compulsory subjects along with Chemistry or Biotechnology or Biology or any technical vocational subjects as optional subjects with a minimum of 50 percent mark taken together in Physics, Mathematics and any one optional subjects.

Lateral BTech - 3 years Diploma in Engineering granted by the Board of Technical Examination of a State Government or passed BSc Degree from a recognized University with at least 45 percent marks and passed 12th class with Mathematics as a subject.

Manipal BTech MET Mock Test 2026

MET mock test 2026 will be released online at manipal.edu. Students should practice using their MET mock test to become familiar with how exam will be held. To access mock test, candidates have to log in using required credentials. There are some differences between MET mock test and actual exam. In mock test, only 18 questions will be available within 60 minutes. Students can use mock test to know important topics, repeated questions to perform well in entrance examination.

How to access Manipal MET mock test 2026?

Go to manipal.edu
Click on mock test
No login details are required.
Candidates can attempt mock test within given time.

How to Book MET 2026 Exam Slots

MET 2026 slot booking for Phase 1 exam has ended. Candidates were able to access MET slot booking facility until April 2. Registered candidates had to log in using their application number and MET OTBS password to book their preferred exam slots. The OTBS password for log in was the candidate's registered date of birth in DDMMYYYY format.

It is to be noted that MET slot booking is done on a first come first serve basis. To have higher chance of booking their preferred exam slot, candidates were advised to log in and complete the process as early as they can. The details of the booked exam slot will be released through MET 2026 hall ticket. If candidates are unable to book their exam slots before the last date, then the authorities will automatically allot it. No changes can be made to allotted MET exam slots. For Phase 2, MET slot booking 2026 will be open from May 9 to 11.

MET 2026 Result/Score Card

MAHE will release MET 2026 result at manipal.edu. To check and download their MET result 2026, candidates will have to log in at manipal.edu using their application number and OTBS password. Scores and ranks secured in the entrance examination will be available through the MET result. Candidates will also receive details about their obtained scores and ranks through SMS sent to their registered mobile number. No requests to make changes in the obtained score or rank will be accepted. Candidates with valid MET score will be eligible for counselling and admission process. Before counselling, they can use MET college predictor 2026 to know which colleges they will be eligible for based on their rank and scores.

How to download MET 2026 score card?

To download score card, candidates can follow steps given below.

Go to manipal.edu
Click on result link.
Candidates will have to log in with their application number and OTBS passsword.
Score card has to be downloaded and printed out.

MET Cutoff 2026: Previous Year Cutoff Download PDFs

MET 2026 cutoff is prepared to select candidates for admissions into BTech courses offered by participating campuses. Minimum ranks for higher chances of admission can be checked through cutoff. To prepare MET cutoff, authorities will consider various factors such as previous years' cutoff trends, number of candidates, total number of seats, difficulty level of exam, etc. It is to be noted that meeting cutoff will not guarantee admission but they will have higher chances of admission.

Previous Year's MET Cutoff

MET 2025 Cutoff Rounds	Download Link
Round 1	Download Here
Round 2	Download Here
Round 3	Download Here
Round 4	Download Here

MET Counselling Process 2026

MET 2026 counselling process will be held online. Qualified candidates will have to log in using their application number and password to pay the MET 2026 counselling fee of INR 10,000 online, i.e., through net banking/credit card/debit card (adjustable with the tuition fee). The last date to fill choices and register will be announced soon. The MET 2026 seat allotment will be released separately for different rounds of counselling. The selected candidates will have to confirm their admission before the final date; otherwise, their allotment will be cancelled.

How to check MET 2026 seat allotment result?

Candidates can follow steps given below to check MET seat allotment result.

Go to official website
Click on course in counselling website.
Candidates have to log in with their application number and password.
Seat allotment result will be available.

Which documents should be ready for MET 2026 admission?

To confirm their admission, candidates will have to submit following documents for verification.

Print out of counselling form
MET 2026 hall ticket
10th and 12th standard marksheets
10th standard admit card
2 recent passport-sized photographs
Parent/Guardian's PAN Card
Category certificate (if applicable)

MET 2026 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Read to know the MET 2026 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).

Q: Which topics have to be studied for MET English section?

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: 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.

Q: Which preparation materials are important for MET?

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

Q: What are the MET seat allotment dates?

MET 2026 seat allotment result dates will be announced soon. To check seat allotment, candidates will have to log in with required details. Allotment will be done according to candidate's rank and preferences. Separate allotment results will be released for different counselling rounds.

Q: Is there a correction facility for MET application form?

Candidates cannot edit or correct their details in MET application form. They should be careful while filling application form. In case of any problems, students should contact authorities.

Q: There is a mistake in my MET admit card. How can I correct it?

MET admit card will be released online. If students find any mistakes in their admit card, they should contact authorities. Students cannot request to change their allotted exam centre or slot.

Q: What is the mode of payment for MET application fee?

MET application fee has to be paid online, i.e., net banking/credit card/debit card/UPI/PayTM. No other mode can be used to pay the application fee. If the fee is not paid, then the candidates will be considered ineligible to attempt the exam.

Q: 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.

Q: What type of questions will be present in the MET pattern?

MET question paper will consist of two types of questions. Students will have to answer Multiple Choice Questions and Numerical Answer Type Questions.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: What is the 12th standard marks required to be eligible for MET?

As per MET eligibility criteria, students should have atleast 50 percent marks in 12th class examination. Students should have studied Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and one optional subject.

Q: How can I check my MET result?

MET result will be released online. To check result, students will have to log in with email address and password. No other mode will be used to declare MET result.

Q: What after MET seat allotment?

After MET seat allotment, students will have to confirm their admission. Selected students will have to report to allotted institute to pay fee and verify their documents. If admission is not confirmed before final date, then it will be cancelled.

Q: Which documents have to be uploaded in the MET application form?

Students have to upload scanned photograph and signature in MET application form. Documents have to be uploaded correctly. If documents are not uploaded correctly, application form cannot be submitted.

Q: Is the MET mock test available only for registered candidates?

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: Is the MET mock test released officially?

Yes, the Manipal authorities release the MET mock test official to help the students prepare for the exam. The link to access the MET mock test will be available at manipal.edu. All students who want to participate in the MET admission process can access and practice using the mock test.

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

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.