The Manipal Entrance Test (MET) 2026 Phase 1 registration last date has been extended to today, March 23, 2026. This is the final deadline for Phase 1 applications, as confirmed by multiple reliable sources including official Manipal updates and education portals. No further extensions are indicated, and applications will not be accepted after today. If you're planning to apply for programs like B.Tech at Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT), B.Pharm, or other UG/PG courses through MET, act immediately!
Key Highlights for MET 2026 Phase 1:
Registration Status: Open and extended till March 23, 2026 (today).
Exam Dates: April 13 & 14, 2026 (Computer-Based Test mode).
Slot Booking: Starts from March 31, 2026 (for registered candidates).
Official Authority: Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE).
Programs Covered: Primarily B.Tech (various branches), B.Pharm, PharmD, Allied Health Sciences, M.Tech (some), and others via MET rank.
How to Apply for MET 2026 (Step-by-Step):
Visit the official application portal: https://apply.manipal.edu/ (or go to manipal.edu and click on "Apply Online" under Admissions/Entrance Test section).
Register by providing basic details (name, email, mobile number) to generate login credentials.
Log in and fill the online application form with personal, academic, and contact information.
Upload required documents: Recent passport-size photograph, signature, 10th/12th marksheets (as applicable), and any category certificates.
Pay the application fee online.
Submit the form and download the confirmation page for reference.
After submission, prepare for slot booking (when it opens) and keep login details safe for admit card download (expected around April 10, 2026).
Tips for Applicants:
Complete the process before midnight today to avoid last-minute server issues.
Ensure eligibility: For B.Tech, typically 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics, and one of Chemistry/Biology/Biotechnology/Technical Vocational subject with minimum marks (relaxations apply for reserved categories).
Check the official MET schedule page (manipal.edu/metschedule) or dates to remember (manipal.edu/mu/admission/dates-to-remember.html) for any last-minute updates.
For queries, email admissions@manipal.edu or refer to the admissions help section on the website.