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Manipal Entrance Test (MET)

Updated on 4 Sept, 2026 by Kollegeapply

The MET 2024 General cutoff has been released by the Manipal Academy of Higher Education. This page shows General cutoff trends across colleges and courses (All & Female where available). Check the official site https://www.manipal.edu/entrancetest for notifications.

We’ve analyzed MET cutoffs for 2024 to help you gauge admission chances at top colleges.


MET 2024 General category cutoff ranges from 956 to 47,624 rank. Candidates with rank under 47,624 have high chances of getting top colleges like Manipal Institute of Technology, Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology, and Manipal Institute of Technology.


MET 2024 Cutoff Highlights

The MET 2024 cutoff represents the minimum rank required to qualify for admissions into participating colleges.

The cutoff is released by the Manipal Academy of Higher Education and is used for counselling and seat allocation.


Key Highlights

  • Exam Name: MET 2024
  • Conducting Body: Manipal Academy of Higher Education
  • Cutoff Type: Rank
  • Total Counselling Rounds: 6
  • Total Colleges Participating: 6
  • Top Courses: B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering, B.Tech in Electronics Engineering (VLSI Design and Technology), B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)
  • Quota Types: All India

MET 2024 Cutoff Overview

The table below provides complete details of the MET 2024 cutoff including exam structure, categories, and admission scope.

ParticularsDetails
Exam NameMET
Conducting BodyManipal Academy of Higher Education
Cutoff TypeRank
Courses AcceptingB.Tech, B.E
Total Rounds6
Total Colleges Participating6
Official Websitehttps://www.manipal.edu/entrancetest
QuotasAll India
Top CoursesB.Tech. Computer Science Engineering, B.Tech in Electronics Engineering (VLSI Design and Technology), B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)

Status

  • Cutoff Status: Released
  • Last Updated: September 2026

MET 2024 General Cutoff Category Wise for Government and Private Colleges

The MET 2024 General category-wise cutoff highlights the opening and closing rank range for admission into government and private colleges across different categories. The cutoff varies based on factors such as category reservation, seat availability, and college type, with government institutes generally having more competition compared to private colleges.

CategoryPrivate
General956 - 47624

Can You Get a College with Your Rank?

The MET 2024 rank plays a crucial role in determining your chances of admission into top institutes across India. Based on previous cutoff trends, the table below highlights what type of colleges you can expect at different eligibility ranges.

Eligibility RangeTop Colleges
5,000 – 10,000Manipal Institute of Technology
10,000 – 30,000Manipal Institute of Technology
30,000 – 50,000Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology

MET 2024 Marks vs Rank

The table below shows the relationship between marks scored and the corresponding rank in MET 2024. Understanding this mapping helps candidates estimate their expected rank based on marks scored and compare it against historical cutoff trends.

MarksRank
0 - 950001
10 - 2945001 - 50000
30 - 4940001 - 45000
50 - 6935001 - 40000
70 - 8930001 - 35000
90 - 10925001 - 30000
110 - 12920001 - 25000
130 - 14915001 - 20000
150 - 16910001 - 15000
170 - 1895001 - 10000
190 - 2092001 - 5000
210 - 229501 - 2000
230 - 2401 - 500

MET 2024 Expected vs Actual Cutoff

The MET 2024 cutoff comparison between expected and actual values helps candidates understand trend accuracy and exam competitiveness.

CategoryExpected (Rank)Actual (Rank)Difference
General1,083 - 48,250956 - 47,624626 Lower

Why Did the Cutoff Change?

The variation between expected and actual cutoff is influenced by:

  • Exam Difficulty Level: Slightly easier paper can increase cutoff, while tougher papers may reduce it.
  • Number of Candidates: Higher participation generally raises competition and affects closing trends.
  • Normalization Process: Session-wise normalization may create minor variation in final rank outcomes.
  • Seat Availability: Stable seat intake usually keeps cutoff movement within an expected range.

Accuracy Analysis

  • Prediction Accuracy: Previous-year based estimates are generally close to actual cutoff outcomes.
  • General Category: Shows comparatively tighter competition and visible year-to-year movement.
  • Overall Insight: MET 2024 cutoff remained stable with minor fluctuations.

MET Cutoff Trend (2024 vs 2023 vs 2022)

The MET cutoff trend over the last few years helps candidates understand how competition and qualifying percentiles have evolved.


Year-wise Cutoff Trend

YearGeneral
202447624
202348250
202235625

Key Insights

  • Overall Stability: General cutoff remains stable around 90-91 percentile
  • Increase from 2022 to 2023: Due to higher competition post-COVID normalization
  • Minor Fluctuations (2022-2024): Caused by normalization and paper difficulty
  • Reserved Categories: Gradual increase in cutoff due to rising participation
  • ST Category: Shows highest variation due to lower applicant pool

Insight: Cutoff trends show consistent competition growth with slight yearly variation


Category-wise College Cutoff Comparison (General Category)

This table shows how college-level cutoffs have changed over the last 3 years for General category.

College202420232022
Manipal Institute of Technology8610137255337
Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology476244825035625
Manipal Institute of Technology8610137255337

Insights

  • Top Colleges: Slightly more competitive in recent years
  • Mid-tier Colleges: Wider variation based on seat changes
  • Overall Trend: Competition increasing gradually

College wise MET 2024 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

The MET 2024 college-wise cutoff includes opening and closing ranks for top colleges like Manipal Institute of Technology and Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology across categories. These cutoffs are released during counselling and vary based on college, branch, category, and quota

CollegeBranchCategoryOpening RankClosing Rank
Manipal Institute of TechnologyB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral9561633
Sikkim Manipal Institute of TechnologyB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral3517346768

Insight: Manipal Institute of Technology and Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology close within top 1,633-46,768 ranks for core branches.

Key Insights

  • Cutoffs vary significantly by college tier and branch popularity.
  • B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering has the lowest closing rank (1,633), indicating highest competition.
  • 1 colleges close within top 20,000 ranks, while 1 are within top 30,000 ranks.
  • Final cutoff depends on counselling rounds, preferences, and seat matrix.

College-wise MET 2024 Cutoff (General Opening & Closing Ranks)

CollegeAll
Manipal Institute of Technology956 - 8610
Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology34429 - 47624
Manipal Institute of Technology5141 - 16967

Safe Score for MET 2024

The MET safe score is the minimum marks range required to secure admission into good colleges without high risk. It varies based on category, branch preference, and competition level.


Safe Score for Top Colleges

150-180+ marks

What this means:

  • Strong chance in top colleges with competitive branches.
  • Possible entry into B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering in good institutes.
  • Rank range typically under 1,633-1,633 for stronger options.

Safe Score for Other Good Colleges

120-150+ marks

What this means:

  • Good chance in institutes offering B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering.
  • Access to mid to top institutes with strong placement records.
  • Rank range typically under 1,633-46,768.

Pro Tip: Always keep a buffer of +10-20 marks above the safe score due to normalization and yearly cutoff variation.


What Rank is Required for Top Colleges?

The MET rank is the most critical factor in securing admission to top colleges. Based on previous trends, the table below shows what rank is required for Manipal Institute of Technology and Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology across categories.


Rank under 1,633

College NameGeneral
Manipal Institute of Technology956 - 8610

Rank under 46,768

  • Strong chance in colleges like Manipal Institute of Technology and Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology.
  • Likely branches: B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering.
  • Category advantage applies for better branch outcomes.

Insight: Best range for highly competitive colleges in current trends.


Rank under 46,768

  • Admission possible in colleges like Manipal Institute of Technology and Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology.
  • This range keeps more realistic options open across counselling rounds.
  • Wider branch flexibility is usually available compared to lower rank bands.

Insight: Ideal for balanced college and branch targets with strong placement potential.


Final Takeaway: Under 1,633 ranks target top-tier options, under 46,768 ranks strengthen access to Top Colleges, and under 46,768 ranks open broader options like Good Colleges.

  • Under 46,768: 2 strong cutoff outcomes in current trend set.
  • Under 46,768: 2 broader cutoff outcomes in current trend set.

Top Colleges Accepting MET 2024 Cutoff

Explore the top engineering colleges accepting MET 2024 scores. Click below to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and cutoff trends.

CollegeFeesMedian SalaryCoursesRanking
Manipal Institute of Technology₹ 14.98 Lakhs₹ 9.69 Lakhs72IndiaToday #4
Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology₹ 17.36 Lakhs-38IndiaToday #17

Top B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering Colleges - 2024 Cutoff (General Opening & Closing Ranks)

The MET 2024 cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

CollegeAll
Manipal Institute of Technology956 - 1633
Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology35173 - 46768
Manipal Institute of Technology5141 - 6265

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal Institute of Technology, and Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology) close within top 46,768 ranks.
  • B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering in top colleges, aim for under 37,414 rank for stronger outcomes.


Top B.Tech in Electronics Engineering (VLSI Design and Technology) Colleges - 2024 Cutoff (General Opening & Closing Ranks)

The MET 2024 cutoff for B.Tech in Electronics Engineering (VLSI Design and Technology) highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

CollegeAll
Manipal Institute of Technology8313 - 8610
Manipal Institute of Technology16967

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (Manipal Institute of Technology and Manipal Institute of Technology) close within top 16,967 ranks.
  • B.Tech in Electronics Engineering (VLSI Design and Technology) remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure B.Tech in Electronics Engineering (VLSI Design and Technology) in top colleges, aim for under 13,574 rank for stronger outcomes.


Top B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) Colleges - 2024 Cutoff (General Opening & Closing Ranks)

The MET 2024 cutoff for B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

CollegeAll
Manipal Institute of Technology1387 - 2255
Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology34953 - 46393

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (Manipal Institute of Technology and Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology) close within top 46,393 ranks.
  • B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) in top colleges, aim for under 37,114 rank for stronger outcomes.


All India B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering Cutoff 2024 – Opening & Closing Ranks


The MET 2024 cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering shows the opening and closing ranks for top colleges under the All India quota. B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering has comparatively higher closing ranks, making it more accessible for mid-rank candidates.

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
Manipal Institute of Technology9561633
Manipal Institute of Technology51416265
Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology3517346768

All India B.Tech in Electronics Engineering (VLSI Design and Technology) Cutoff 2024 – Opening & Closing Ranks


The MET 2024 cutoff for B.Tech in Electronics Engineering (VLSI Design and Technology) shows the opening and closing ranks for top colleges under the All India quota. B.Tech in Electronics Engineering (VLSI Design and Technology) offers balanced competition, with moderate closing ranks across leading institutes.

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
Manipal Institute of Technology83138610
Manipal Institute of Technology1696716967

Course-wise Cutoff Range (All India) 2024 — General

CourseGeneral
B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering956 - 46768
B.Tech in Electronics Engineering (VLSI Design and Technology)8313 - 16967
B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)1387 - 46393
B.Tech. in Computer Science & Engineering (Data Science)46132
B TECH IN COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING(CYB ER SECURITY)11027 - 12207
B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (Internet of Things and Cyber Security Including Block Chain Technology)34429
B.Tech in Electrical and Computer Engineering15450 - 16594
BTech IT4037 - 44842
B.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering5909 - 34714
B.Tech. in Computer and Communication Engineering4583 - 5681

College Wise Cutoff 2024

Explore college-wise cutoff pages for 2024 to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and admission trends.

NameCutoff Links
Manipal Institute of TechnologyView Cutoff
Sikkim Manipal Institute of TechnologyView Cutoff
Manipal Institute of TechnologyView Cutoff

MET 2024 Cutoff FAQs

What is the cutoff for MET 2024?
The cutoff for MET 2024 is expected to be around 956-47,624 rank for General category, while reserved categories may have lower cutoffs based on previous year trends and exam difficulty.
What is the expected cutoff for MET 2024 (category-wise)?
The expected cutoff for MET 2024 is:
  • General: 956-47,624 rank
  • OBC: data not available yet
  • SC: data not available yet
  • ST: data not available yet
These values are based on trend analysis and difficulty level.
What was the cutoff for MET 2023?
In 2023, the cutoff for MET was:
  • General: 1,083-48,250 rank
  • OBC: data not available yet
  • SC: data not available yet
This helps estimate the expected cutoff for 2024.
What marks are required for top percentile in MET 2024?
To achieve 99 percentile in MET 2024, candidates typically need around latest trend range marks, depending on exam difficulty and normalization.
What marks are required for 90 percentile in MET 2024?
Candidates scoring around latest trend range marks can expect approximately 90 percentile in MET 2024, based on previous session data.
What rank can I get with 90 percentile in MET 2024?
With 90 percentile, candidates can expect a rank between 1,633-1,633, depending on the number of candidates appearing for MET 2024.
Is 95 percentile good in MET 2024?
Yes, 95 percentile in MET 2024 is considered good, and may allow admission to good to excellent colleges, depending on category and branch preference.
What rank is required for top colleges through MET 2024?
For top colleges accepting MET 2024:
  • Top tier colleges: Rank under 1,633
  • Mid-tier colleges: Rank under 1,633
Admission depends on branch and category.
What is a safe score for MET 2024?
A safe score for MET 2024 is typically 120-150 to 150-180, which increases the chances of admission to top colleges based on previous year trends.
Will the cutoff for MET 2024 increase or decrease?
The cutoff for MET 2024 is expected to stable due to factors like similar difficulty level, candidate participation, and seat availability.
What factors affect the cutoff for MET 2024?
The cutoff for MET 2024 is influenced by:
  • Difficulty level: similar difficulty level
  • Total seats: 6+ participating college options
Can I get a top college with my rank in MET 2024?
With a good rank, candidates may get into Manipal Institute of Technology and Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology, depending on branch preference and category cutoff trends.
What is the difference between qualifying and admission cutoff in MET 2024?
The qualifying cutoff for MET 2024 is 956-47,624 rank, while admission cutoffs vary by college and can go much higher depending on demand and seat availability.
Where can I check college-wise cutoff for MET 2024?
Candidates can check detailed college-wise and branch-wise cutoff for MET 2024 on KollegeApply, including opening and closing ranks for top institutes.

Related Cutoff Links

General — Other Years