Master of Computer Applications (MCA) 

at Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal

The basic eligibility requirement is BCA/ BSc Computer Science/ IT from a recognised institute with 50% aggregate marks. The university provides direct admissions to the course based on merit. Foreign/ NRI category candidates are also admitted to the course after fulfilment of eligibility criteria.

This course is offered in two streams of Science and Management. Admission to MIT Pune MCA course is entrance-based. Students need to qualify for either MAH MCA CET, which is a state-level entrance exam in Maharashtra. Another option is to qualify for MIT-WPU CET, which is an in-house entrance exam of MIT-WPU.

Admission Process

Candidates are selected based on their past academic record and marks obtained in All India Manipal Entrance Test (MET). For NRI/ FN candidate admissions ar. Candidates are selected based on their past academic record and marks obtained in All India Manipal Entrance Test (MET).

MIT Manipal admissions to all the UG & PG courses is entrance-based, except for MCA. In order to get admission to Manipal Institute of Technology, candidates are required to qualify for MET, which is an in-house entrance exam of Manipal University.  Manipal Institute of Technology has no provision of direct admission except for the two-year MCA course, where candidates for this PG course is selected based on their merit obtained in the last qualifying exam of undergraduate. A merit list is prepared for candidates seeking admission to MCA based on their past academic records.  

The comparison table given below represents the 2024 placement data of MIT Manipal and VIT Vellore in terms of average package and the number of companies visited:

Institute Name	Average Package (2024)	Companies Visited (2024)
MIT Manipal	INR 10.49 LPA	220+
VIT Vellore	INR 9.90 LPA	820

NOTE: The VIT Vellore placement process 2024 is ongoing and the placement data presented above is updated till July 4, 2024.

Manipal Institute of Technology MET Cutoff 2024 has been concluded with the release of Round 5 across different BE/BTech specialisations. The MET cutoff was released for different categories under the AI quota. As per the Manipal Institute of Technology cutoff 2024, the cutoff rank needed to get into the institute ranged between 1633, and 38663. Considering the Round 5 ranks, the most desirable courses demanded by the candidates is BTech in Computer Science and Engineering.

Candidates can check the Cutoff ranks for the General AI category for 2024 in the table provided below:

Course	2024
B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering	7255
B.Tech. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering	14814
B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering	1633
B.Tech. in Information Technology	5148
B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering	23389
B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering	28039
B.Tech. in Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering	17416
B.Tech. in Biotechnology	23458
B.Tech. in Aeronautical Engineering	17546
B.Tech. in Automobile Engineering	28284
B.Tech. in Industrial Engineering	38663
B.Tech. in Biomedical Engineering	32704
B.Tech. in Civil Engineering	33327
B.Tech. in Computer and Communication Engineering	5681
B.Tech. in Mechatronics Engineering	19948
B.Tech. in Data Science and Engineering	5679
B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)	2255
B.Tech. in Cyber Physical Systems	19584
B.Tech. in Mathematics and Computing	5910
B.Tech. in Computer Science and Financial Technology	3189
B.Tech in Electronics Engineering (VLSI Design and Technology)	8610

{Source: M.E./M.Tech students & alumni}

Is Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT) good for M.E/M.Tech?

Here's what current students and alumni have to say:

Infrastructural Facilities

* Good infrastructure with modern amenities, well-maintained laboratories, and comfortable hostels.
* Wi-Fi availability across campus, well-stocked libraries, and good sports facilities.

Teaching Quality

* Experienced and knowledgeable professors with industry exposure.
* Unique teaching methodologies and supportive mentors.
* Practical oriented course curriculum aligned with industry requirements.

placements

* Good placement records with a majority of students securing jobs.
* Recruiters include top names like Intel, Microsoft, Qualcomm, and others.
* Average package ranging between INR 10 LPA to 14 LPA, with the highest package reaching up to INR 22 LPA.
* Opportunities for internships with partner companies.

Hostel Life

* Comfortable hostels with good food, recreational facilities, and maintenance.
* AC rooms available with choices for sharing and single occupancy.
* Affordable hostel fees starting from INR 98,000 per year.

Course Curriculum

* Relevant and industry-focused curriculum with emphasis on hands-on learning.
* Research-based assignments and projects to enhance skills.
* Regular updates to reflect changing industry trends.

Student Life

* Engaging campus life with various cultural and technical events.
* Collaborative atmosphere among students, faculty, and staff.
* Supportive community fostering growth and learning.

Overall, Manipal Institute of Technology seems to have a good reputation for its M.E/M.Tech programs, offering a mix of strong infrastructural facilities, excellent teaching quality, and favorable placement outcomes.

In order to get admission at Manipal Institute of Technology for BTech the candidate need to meet the minimum eligibility criteria. The candidate have to complete Class 12 with 50% aggregate with Science stream. However, for BTech Lateral Entry should complete 3-year Diploma (respective Engineering stream) granted by the State Board of Technical Examination with minimum 45% aggregate marks or equivalent. On the other hand, should pass in BSc Degree, with Mathematics in 12 standard, from a recognised University with minimum 45% aggregate marks or equivalent.

The application process for Manipal Institute of Technology is ongoing. Candidates can apply for Manipal Institute of Technology admissions 2024 by visiting the official website at manipal.edu. Candidates seeking admission to Manipal Institute of Technology can apply for by paying an application fees and the entrance exam fee. The application fees for Manipal Institute of Technology for general Category students is INR 600, whereas the Entrance Test fee is INR 1400. Also the application fee of INR 2500 is applicable for students belonging to Foreign / NRI / NRI Sponsored category.  

The institute has recorded a 73% placement rate during the 2024 drive. However, the placements are still ongoing, hence, the percentage is subject to change. Earlier. 92.90% of the batch was placed in 2023. The table given below depicts the percentage of students placed over the past three years of MIT Manipal placements:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2022)	Placement Statistics (2023)	Placement Statistics (2024)
Placement rate	75.30%	92.90%	73%

The MIT Manipal CSE average package or branch-wise placement statistics for 2024 have not been released. However, the overall placement data has been disclosed, which is as follows:

NOTE: The 2024 placement session is ongoing.

The online application process  for MET 2024 is ongoing. Candidates can visit manipal.edu to apply for MET. The final schedule or MET 2024 is yet to be out. MET 2024 is to be held in two sessions. As per the tentative schedule, MET First attempt applications are ongoing, while the exam will be held in April 2024. For MET Second Attempt, the applications will be out in April 2024, while thr exam will be held in May 2024.  BTech applications for General Category candidates is common for admission to the BTech programs offered by MIT Manipal, MIT Bengaluru (MAHE Manipal), SMIT Sikkim (SMU Sikkim) and Manipal University (MU) Jaipur.