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Manipal University M.A. Courses & Fee 2025: Eligibility, Admission & Dates

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Last updated on 9 Oct '25

Manipal University M.A.
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Manipal Academy of Higher Education MA admissions 2026 are open. The last date to apply is Mar 15, 2026. Candidates seeking admission can apply for the same course by visiting the official website.

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MAHE MA Eligibility & Highlights 2025
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MAHE MA Eligibility & Highlights 2025

MA course offered at MAHE is two-years long. Aspirants must check out the course-specific eligibility criteria before applying for admission to this college for MA course. MAHE MA admission is provided based on MET scores.

Mentioned below is the eligibility criteria, mode, and selection criteria:

Eligibility: Candidates must have passed with a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised University, with at least 50% aggregate equivalent.
Mode: Regular
Selection criteria: MET

MAHE MA Fees 2025

The fee structure for Manipal Academy of Higher Education courses includes various components, such as facility fees, tuition fees, student welfare funds, etc. As per the overall structure, the total tuition fee for MA ranges from INR 38,000 to INR 4.1 lakh. The mentioned fee is as per the official website/sanctioning body. However, it is subject to change. Hence, is indicative.

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Return on Investment

Total Tuition Fees₹ 60K - 4.8L

Median Package₹ 11.8L

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Graduation score45%

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M.A. in English

2 yearsOffered by Manipal Centre for Humanities, Manipal Academy of Higher Education

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₹11.8 LPA

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₹1.24 L

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M.A. in European Studies

2 yearsOffered by Manipal Center for European Studies, MAHE

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₹11.75 LPA

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₹1.42 L

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M.A. in Fashion Management

2 yearsOffered by Manipal School of Architecture and Planning, Manipal Academy of Higher Education

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₹11.75 LPA

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₹1.58 L

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M.A. in Media and Communication

4.12 yearsOffered by Manipal Institute of Communication, Manipal Academy of Higher Education

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₹11.75 LPA

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₹4.76 L

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M.A. in Film Art and Film Making

2.42 yearsOffered by Manipal Institute of Communication, Manipal Academy of Higher Education

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₹11.75 LPA

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₹2.14 L

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M.A. in Geopolitics and International Relations

2 years

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₹2.58 L

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M.A. in Digital and Creative Marketing

4.02 years

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₹3.5 L

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M.A. in Indian Cuisine and Food Culture

2 yearsOffered by Welcomgroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration, Manipal Academy of Higher Education

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₹11.75 LPA

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₹3.8 L

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M.A. in Indian Philosophy

2 years

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₹60 K

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M.A. in History

2 yearsOffered by Manipal Centre for Humanities, Manipal Academy of Higher Education

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₹11.8 LPA

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₹1.24 L

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M.A. in Sociology

2 yearsOffered by Manipal Centre for Humanities, Manipal Academy of Higher Education

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₹11.8 LPA

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₹1.24 L

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M.A. in Ecosophical Aesthetics

2 years

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₹1.1 L

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M.A. in Art and Peace Studies

2 years

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₹1.1 L

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M.A. in Sanskrit Studies

2 years

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₹60 K

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M.A. in European Literature and Culture

2 yearsOffered by Manipal Center for European Studies, MAHE

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₹11.75 LPA

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₹1.42 L

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Manipal University M.A.
Fees details 2025

Fee components	Amount (for 2 years)
Tuition	₹ 60 K - 4.76 L
Hostel	₹ 1.71 L - 2.23 L
One-time Payment	₹ 5 K - 10 K
Other Fees	₹ 16 K - 2.9 L
Total fee	₹ 2.52 L - 9.98 L

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The value for money rating of this course is 4.0/5 (16 Reviews).View placement details

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MAHE MA Admission Dates 2025

Check out the MET PG dates for admissions to MA courses:

MET PG dates have been announced for admissions to MA at Manipal Academy of Higher Education. MET Phase one date is 12 May, 2025.

Dates	Upcoming Events
1 Oct '25 - 15 Mar '26	MET 2026 application form - Phase 1Ongoing
15 Mar '26	M.A. Application 2026 last date
Mar '26	MET 2026 application form - Phase 2Tentative
Apr '26	MET 2026 admit card - Phase 1Tentative
Apr '26	MET 2026 Exam Date - Phase 1Tentative

Dates	Past Events
30 Sep '25	MET 2026 registration portal open

Manipal University M.A.
Curriculum

Specialization	Curriculum
M.A. in Geopolitics and International Relations,Manipal University
Discontinued (OCT 2025) M.A. in Dietetics and Applied Nutrition,WGSHA Manipal
M.A. in Media and Communication,Manipal Institute of Communication, MAHE
M.A. in Digital and Creative Marketing,Manipal University
M.A. in Film Art and Film Making,Manipal Institute of Communication, MAHE

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Manipal University M.A.
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College	Median Salary	Total Tuition Fees	Ranking
Manipal University	-/-	₹ 60 K - 3.5 L	-/-
Manipal Institute of Communication, MAHE Compare	₹ 11.75 LPA	₹ 2.14 L - 4.76 L	-/-
Delhi Institute of Heritage Research and Management Compare	-/-	₹ 38.4 K - 46.4 K	-/-
Manipal Centre for Humanities Compare	₹ 11.8 LPA	₹ 1.24 L	-/-
School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Jain Bangalore Compare	-/-	₹ 30 K - 3.3 L	-/-
Jindal School of Psychology and Counselling Compare	-/-	₹ 5 L	-/-

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M.A. in Media and Communication - Batch of 2023

Offered by Manipal Institute of Communication, Manipal Academy of Higher Education

4.8

4Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

It is the best private college.

Placements: The placement in our course was extremely good compared to other colleges. Around 85 percent of students were placed in our course. The average package was around 6 LPA. The starting package in our course was a little bit low. The highest package was 12 LPA. 60 percent of students received internship offers. Top recruiting companies were NDTV, Times Now, etc.

Infrastructure: The facilities and infrastructure available for our course were extremely good at a private college. Wi-Fi facility, digital classroom, and library facility were present. Hostel quality was also very good. The quality of food was also good. A multiple sports complex was present.

Faculty: Teachers of our course were helpful, qualified, and knowledgeable in their respective domains. The teaching quality of our faculty members was very relatable. The course curriculum was relevant. Students gain hands-on experience with the industry. The semester examination was at a moderate level.

Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025Read More

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Discontinued (OCT 2025) M.A. in Dietetics and Applied Nutrition - Batch of 2024

Offered by Welcomgroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration, Manipal Academy of Higher Education

5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

This is the best college ever.

Placements: There was no placement for the Masters course in the college, but companies gave us good recognition for offering well-paid jobs. Hotel Management students got amazing opportunities through college placement. Internship offers from various recognized hospitals for our course were great. We gained good experience during our internship. The college had tie-ups with many hospitals, so finding internships was not a difficult task; however, no incentives were given to the interns.

Infrastructure: Study environment in the college was excellent. We had all the facilities, including well-equipped classrooms, a kitchen, labs, a library, college offices, and an auditorium, etc. The college campus was kept clean and hygienic. The toilets were of star hotel standards, but ours were also very dirty.

Faculty: Faculty members are kind and caring. They are very understanding and well-equipped with knowledge about their subjects. They are generous, yet they ensure that we complete all our assignments on time. The teaching faculty made the subjects really easy for us to understand. They were really kind to help us with our major research projects. Moreover, they were fun and entertaining.

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025Read More

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M.A. in Media and Communication - Batch of 2023

Offered by Manipal Institute of Communication, Manipal Academy of Higher Education

4.6

4Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money

It has a good infrastructure.

Placements: The placement percentage in our course is around 80-85%. Top leading new agency companies are our recruiters like the Times, NDTV, CNN, etc. The highest package offered in our course is 18 LPA. The average package is around 5 LPA. 70-80% of students get internship offers.

Infrastructure: Facilities and infrastructure available for our course are good. College labs are well-decorated and maintained. A huge library is available. A Wi-Fi facility is available on campus. The quality of the hostel is good. Limited sports facilities are also present here.

Faculty: Teachers are helpful, qualified, and knowledgeable. They trained us with practical knowledge that is important for us. The teaching quality of our faculty members is good. The course curriculum is relevant. Semester examinations of our college are of moderate level.

Reviewed on 6 Jun 2025Read More

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M.A. in Media and Communication - Batch of 2022

Offered by Manipal Institute of Communication, Manipal Academy of Higher Education

4.4

4Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

Review of Manipal Academy of Higher Education.

Placements: The alumni network of Manipal Institute is quite solid. We do get a bunch of internship and placement opportunities based on alumni recommendations, but one of the major recommendations is for IT sector companies like TCS, which offers internal communication internships and also gives a good stipend. At the end of the day, almost all students get placed primarily in IT, followed by FMCG and lastly, finance companies. Packages depend on the company; the highest is 10.4 LPA, the average package is 5.2 LPA and the lowest is 3.6 LPA. But getting a job in our core field is difficult.

Infrastructure: The institute is situated in a scenic location and is also close to a road, which is very useful. Classroom and hostel distance is greater; it is better to buy a bicycle for travel. There are many festivals organized in hostels; that's why day scholars can not enjoy that events. Our campus gives huge value to sports as it offers so many sports such as football, basketball cricket, etc. Our campus organizes tournaments every month, and we have a variety of clubs that help students study. Also, the college library has big digital boards, projectors, and classrooms with comfortable seating. Honestly, hostels are not affordable to middle-class students, but the food is tasty and hygienic.

Faculty: Our university is 7th in cleanliness and teaching. Teachers prove that they are very helpful; they have done research in subjects like media and literature. Teachers have in-depth knowledge about their subjects. The course structure is well planned, and they always make minor changes. All internal and external exams are done through the e-pad system so no one can cheat. Also, exams are so strict.

Other: Manipal is famous for events and activities; the crowd here includes students from all Indian states, and scholarships are based on merit and income.

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2024Read More

Anonymous

M.A. in Media and Communication - Batch of 2023

Offered by Manipal Institute of Communication, Manipal Academy of Higher Education

4Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money

It is a really very good college.

Placements: Our college is known for its placements. Every year, hundreds of companies come to our college for recruitment. Last year, the placement rate was above 70 percent in our course. Top recruiting companies are the BBC Group, India Today, CNN, etc. These companies offer an average package of INR 10 LPA. For internships, colleges collaborate with some companies to provide internships for students.

Infrastructure: The campus is lush and beautiful. The infrastructure of our course is world-class. Practical classes are very interactive here. Libraries are always well-stocked. Facilities for hostels are available on campus with an affordable feel. The rooms are also well maintained. Food in a mess is awesome. Grounds are available to play games like football, cricket, etc.

Faculty: According to me, teachers are very knowledgeable here. Teaching methodology is unique here. They take doubt classes every week. Teachers are helpful and supportive. The course curriculum is very practical here. If you want to score well, then you have to study hard. The passing percentage was 75 percent last year.

Other: I want to become a journalist, so I chose this course.

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2023Read More

Anonymous

M.A. in Media and Communication - Batch of 2023

Offered by Manipal Institute of Communication, Manipal Academy of Higher Education

4Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money

Manipal is a very good institute in India.

Placements: Our college is best at providing placements. Every year, hundreds of companies come to our college at placement time. The top recruiting companies are Times Group, BBC, CNN, etc. They offer an average package of INR 12 LPA. Many companies also come to recruit students for internships. So if you have the required skills and knowledge, then you will definitely get placed here.

Infrastructure: The infrastructure is very good here. Also, management is very responsible here; all things are well managed in our department. Classes are smart, and all kinds of labs are available here. Libraries are always well-stocked. Hostels are well maintained and affordable in price. Students can choose, according to their requirements, double sharing or single sharing. Food in the mess is awesome. Sports facilities are available for students.

Faculty: Faculty members are very good here. They all have Ph.D.s in their subjects and have good experience in teaching. Their teaching method is unique, and I like it. Also, they are available to help anytime. The course curriculum is well designed and provides industrial knowledge. Exams are not very tough here. Students can score well by studying from notes and textbooks. The passing percentage is above 70% here.

Other: I want to become a journalist, so I chose this course.

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2023Read More

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Which one is better LPU or Manipal Institute of Technology for B.Tech?

Answered 16 hours ago

If you're choosing between LPU and Manipal Institute of Technology for B.Tech, both are good, but LPU stands out for students who want strong industry exposure and an energetic, opportunity-rich campus. From what I've seen, LPU's ecosystem is built around skill development, modern labs, hands-on pro

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Is it good to pursue B.Tech from Manipal University or should I go for LPU?

Answered 3 days ago

I firmly believe that LPU is the better option if you're deciding between Manipal and LPU for your B.Tech, particularly if you want a lively campus culture and solid placements. With its global partnerships, state-of-the-art labs, hackathons, industry-driven curriculum, and annual recruitment visits

Mansi

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Does Manipal University Pharmacy compare to Dnyaan Prasad Global University (DPGU)'s School of Pharmacy and Research (SPR)?

Answered a week ago

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Where MCOPS (Manipal) tends to be stronger than DPGU–SPR

National-level ranking & reputation: MCOPS is regularly ranked among the top pharmacy colleges in the country. In 2025, it is ranked #8 overall under the “Pharmacy” category by National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF).
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What is the MET Cutoff 2025 at Manipal University for the OBC category.

Answered 14 hours ago

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

Neerja Rohatgi

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What is the expected Manipal University CAT Cutoff 2025?

Answered 13 hours ago

As the Manipal University CAT Cutoff 2025 is not out yet, according to the Manipal University CAT Cutoff 2024, the qualifying cutoff was 25 percentile for General category candidates under the All India quota. The CAT cutoff for 2023 was also the same. So, going by the previous years' cutoff trends,

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