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Manipal Academy of Higher Education has released the MET 2026 Eligibility Criteria through its official website at manipal.edu. These criteria include nationality, minimum educational qualification, and age limits for all those who seek to apply for the Manipal Entrance Test. The eligible candidate must have passed 10+2 or any similar examination. Candidates should carefully read and understand the detailed MET eligibility criteria before submitting their application. The last date for registration in Phase 1 of MET 2026 is March 15, 2026. The Phase-I exam will take place tentatively in April 2026.
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MET 2026 Eligibility Criteria: At a Glance
For MET 2026 Eligibility criteria candidates can refer to the table below:
| Eligibility Criteria | Details |
| Nationality | - NRI (Non-Resident Indian)- Persons of Indian Origin (PIO)- Foreign Nationals- Overseas Citizens of India (OCI)- Candidates sponsored by relatives with NRI status |
| Age Criteria | No specific upper or lower age limit is set for MET 2026 applicants |
| Educational Requirements | - Completed 10+2 or equivalent exam- Compulsory subjects: Physics, Mathematics, and English- One optional subject: Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, or any technical vocational subject- Qualification from a recognized board or institution |
MET 2026 Eligibility Criteria: In Details
Academic Qualification for Indian Boards: Candidates must have passed their 10+2 or an equivalent examination with Physics, Mathematics, and English as mandatory subjects. In addition, they should have one optional subject from Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, or any technical vocational subject. A minimum of 50% aggregate marks is required in Physics, Mathematics, and one optional subject. Technical vocational subjects should be related to Chemical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, or Mechanical streams.
Academic Qualification for A-Level: Applicants must have completed their 'A' Levels with Physics, Mathematics, and either Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, Computer Science, or any technical vocational subject, with English in the 'AS', IGCSE, or GCSE. The minimum grade required is an average 'D' grade in Physics, Mathematics, and one optional subject. Technical vocational subjects must align with the Chemical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, or Mechanical streams.
Academic Qualification for IB: Candidates holding an IB Diploma or Certificate should have studied English, Physics, Mathematics, and an optional subject like Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, or Computer Science (preferably with Mathematics and Physics at Higher Level). A minimum of 4 points in Physics, Mathematics, and the optional subject, with an overall score of 24 points, is required. Candidates must have at least three subjects at the Higher Level and three at the Standard Level. The technical vocational subjects must be linked to the Chemical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, or Mechanical streams.
Read: MET 2026 Exam Pattern
MET 2026: Course-Wise Eligibility Criteria
MET 2026 eligibility criteria are different across courses. Here is the detailed breakdown:
| Course | Eligibility Criteria |
| B.Tech Programs (Various Disciplines) | Indian Boards: 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Mathematics, and English as compulsory subjects, and Chemistry/Biotech/Biology/any technical vocational subject as optional, with a minimum of 50%. A-Level: Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry/Biotech/Biology/any technical vocational subject with an average of ‘D’ grade. IB: English, Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry/Biotech/Biology/any technical vocational subject with an overall minimum of 24 points. |
| Lateral Entry to B.Tech Programs | State Boards of Technical Education: 3-year Diploma in the respective Engineering stream with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks or BSc Degree with Mathematics in 12th with 45%. |
| Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) | Indian Boards: 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Mathematics, and English with Chemistry/Biology/Technical Vocational Subject/Computer Science, with at least 45%. Aptitude test qualification (NTA/JEE Paper II or NATA). A-Level: Physics, Mathematics, and one of the optional subjects with a ‘D’ grade minimum. IB: Physics, Mathematics, and one optional subject with a minimum of 24 points. |
| Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) | Indian Boards: 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English with a minimum of 50%. NEET UG 2026 qualification required. A-Level: Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotech in ‘A’ Levels, English at ‘AS’. Grade ‘D’ minimum in each subject. IB: Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotech, and English, with a minimum of 24 points. |
| B.Sc. (Health Sciences) | Indian Boards: 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English with a minimum of 55% in Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotech. A-Level: Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotech with ‘C’ grade. IB: Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotech, and English with a minimum of 24 points. |
| B.Sc. (Basic Medical Sciences) | Indian Boards: 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English with a minimum of 55%. A-Level: Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotech, with a ‘C’ grade. IB: Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotech, and English with a minimum of 24 points. |
| Bachelor in Audiology & Speech Language Pathology (BASLP) | Indian Boards: 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and English with Biology/Maths/Computer Science/Statistics/Electronics/Psychology, with at least 50%. A-Level: Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Maths/Psychology with ‘D’ grade. IB: Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Maths/Psychology with a minimum 24 points. |
| Bachelor of Design (Fashion Design) | Indian Boards: 10+2 or 3-year Diploma from a recognized Board/University with a minimum of 45%. Must take Home Based Test (HBT), submit Portfolio of Work (POW), and Statement of Purpose (SOP). A-Level: Minimum 3 subjects and 5 passes in IGCSE/GCSE including English, with an average of ‘D’ grade. IB: 3 HL and 3 SL subjects with 24 points overall. |
| Bachelor of Design (Interior Design) | Same eligibility as Fashion Design. |
MET 2026 Eligibility FAQs
What are the eligibility requirements for the B.Tech programs under MET 2026?
Candidates must have completed 10+2 or an equivalent examination with Physics, Mathematics, and English as compulsory subjects, along with one of the following optional subjects: Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, or any technical vocational subject. They should have secured a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in Physics, Mathematics, and the chosen optional subject.
Are there any specific MET 2026 eligibility criteria for lateral entry into B.Tech programs?
Yes, candidates seeking lateral entry into B.Tech programs must have completed a 3-year Diploma in the respective Engineering stream from a State Board of Technical Examination with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks. Alternatively, candidates with a BSc Degree, having studied Mathematics in 12th standard, from a recognized University with at least 45% aggregate marks are also eligible.
What are the eligibility criteria for the Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) program?
Applicants must have passed 10+2 or an equivalent examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, along with one of the following optional subjects: Chemistry, Biology, Technical Vocational subject, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Practices, Engineering Graphics, or Business Studies. They should have secured at least 45% marks in aggregate. Additionally, candidates must qualify in an Aptitude test in architecture conducted either by NTA (JEE Main Paper II) or by the Council of Architecture (COA) through the National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA).
What are the eligibility requirements for the Bachelor of Design (Fashion Design) and Bachelor of Design (Interior Design) programs?
Candidates must have completed 10+2 or a 3-year Diploma from a State Board of Technical Education or an equivalent qualification from a recognized Board/University with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks. The selection process includes an online application, a Home Based Test (HBT), submission of a Portfolio of Work (POW) and a Statement of Purpose (SOP), followed by a Personal Interview (PI) for shortlisted candidates. Alternatively, candidates can submit their UCEED Scorecard if they have qualified under the open category, in which case they are exempted from the HBT, SOP, POW, and PI.
Are there any specific eligibility criteria for the Bachelor of Science (Health Sciences) program with an option of transfer to the American University of Antigua College of Medicine (AUACOM)?
Yes, candidates must have passed 10+2 or an equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English individually from a recognized Board, securing a minimum of 55% marks taken together in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Biotechnology. They are required to register, appear, and qualify in NEET UG 2026. The admission process includes online registration and choice filling on the MCC portal, followed by online counseling and seat allotment by DGHS/MCC, and reporting to the Institute as per the instructions provided.
What are the eligibility criteria for the Bachelor of Audiology & Speech Language Pathology (BASLP) program?
Candidates must have passed 10+2 or an equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, and English, along with one of the following optional subjects: Biology, Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics, Electronics, or Psychology, from a recognized Board, securing a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in the chosen subjects. The selection process includes online application, submission of eligibility documents, and merit list preparation based on the marks obtained in the 10+2 examinations and the MET score.
Are there any specific eligibility criteria for the Bachelor of Design (Fashion Design) and Bachelor of Design (Interior Design) programs?
Yes, candidates must have completed 10+2 or a 3-year Diploma from a State Board of Technical Education or an equivalent qualification from a recognized Board/University with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks. The selection process includes an online application, a Home Based Test (HBT), submission of a Portfolio of Work (POW) and a Statement of Purpose (SOP), followed by a Personal Interview (PI) for shortlisted candidates. Alternatively, candidates can submit their UCEED Scorecard if they have qualified under the open category, in which case they are exempted from the HBT, SOP, POW, and PI.
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