University Profile · Mumbai, India
Manipal University
Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), popularly known as Manipal University, is a NAAC A++ accredited Institution of Eminence and NIRF top‑3 university, offering 370+ on‑campus and online programmes across engineering, health sciences, management, humanities and emerging fields.
NAAC A++
UGC Category I
AACSB Accredited
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India's Premier
Management University
Approved & Ranked by
AACSB
AICTE
NAAC A++
UGC Category I
NIRF # 3
QS World Ranking
About the University
Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), headquartered in Manipal, Karnataka, traces its origin to the establishment of Kasturba Medical College in 1953 and later evolved into a full‑fledged multi‑disciplinary university. Today, MAHE operates major campuses in Manipal, Mangaluru, Bengaluru and Jaipur (MUJ), along with international campuses in Dubaiand Malaysia, offering programmes in medicine, engineering, management, humanities, design, allied health, pharmacy and more.
MAHE is an Institution of Eminence and NAAC A++ accredited university that has moved up to 3rd position in the NIRF University rankings (2025) and around 14th in the overall category in 2024. Several constituent units, such as Kasturba Medical College,Manipal College of Dental Sciences,Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences and TAPMI, regularly appear in the top 10 of their respective categories.
MAHE is also known for its strong online education initiatives through platforms like Online Manipal, which extend its high‑quality academic offerings to working professionals and distance learners in India and abroad.
NIRF 2025 Rankings
University category
#3
#14
NIRF 2025 — Rankings
Overall Rankings
QS World University Rankings
South Asia Category — 2026
#150
Times Higher Education rankings
reinforcing its international standing.
India's Premier
Multi‑Disciplinary Deemed University
Why Choose Manipal
Key Benefits of a
Manipal University Degree
MAHE is a strong choice for students seeking a top‑ranked, globally respected Indian university with both regular campus and online degree options.
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Institutionof Eminence & NAAC A++
place it in India’s very top tier of universities, with NIRFtop‑3 ranking in the University category and multiple programmes in top 10 subject‑wise rankings.
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Huge programme diversity& campuses
Students can choose from 370+ programmes across medicine, engineering, health sciences, management, communication, hospitality, humanities and more
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Strong placements & global recruiters
MAHEreports excellent placement outcomes, with overall highest packages around 54–57LPA at the university level and up to 69.25 LPAat Manipal Institute of Technology
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Modern campus ecosystem & research culture
MAHE’s campuses are known for their hospital complexes, labs, innovation centres, libraries, hostels, sports and cultural infrastructure.
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Online programmes from a top brand
offers UGC‑entitled online degrees like online MSc Data Science and online MBA specialisations, allowing working professionals to earn a Manipal degree with flexible learning
Programs Available
Online & Regular Programs —
All in One Place
We partner only with UGC-recognised, NAAC-accredited universities. Every program below is verified for quality, placements and academic credibility.
Online · CDOE
MBA
Online MBA
2 Years · 4 Semesters · UGC-DEB Approved
Specialisations: Business Management · Finance · Marketing · HR · Operations
✓ NAAC A++ · AACSB · UGC Category I degree
✓ 82,000+ alumni · 8,000+ hiring partners
✓ IIMJobs, Updazz & Hirist placement access
✓ Live + recorded sessions, dedicated mobile app
Online · CDOE
Executive MBA
Executive MBA (WX MBA)
2 Years · For Working Professionals (3+ Yrs Exp)
Focus: Senior Management · Strategy · Leadership · Business Growth
✓ Designed for mid-career professionals
✓ Blended delivery — weekend + live sessions
✓ Same NMIMS degree brand, higher cohort quality
✓ Networking with senior professionals across India
Online · CDOE
BBA
Online MBA
3 Years · 6 Semesters · UGC-DEB Approved
Specialisations: Marketing · Finance · Business Analytics
✓ Ideal for 10+2 passouts entering business
✓ Design Thinking & Startup modules included
✓ Placement support from Day 1
Online · CDOE
BBA
Online B.Com
3 Years · UGC-DEB Approved
Focus: Accounting · Taxation · Finance · Commerce Fundamentals
✓ Strong foundation for CA, CMA, MBA pathways
✓ Flexible schedule — ideal for working students
✓ Industry-relevant commerce curriculum
Online · CDOE
MSc
Online MSc — Applied Finance / AI-ML Ops
2 Years · Niche Science PG Programs
Tracks: MSc Applied Finance · MSc AI & ML Ops
✓ Best for FinTech, quant finance & AI-ops careers
✓ Blended delivery, NMIMS brand, strong industry connect
✓ Rare niche PG science programs from a top B-school
Online · CDOE
Diploma / Cert
Diploma & Certificate Programs
6–12 Months · Short Duration
Areas: Business Management · HR · Marketing · Finance · Supply Chain
✓ Quick upskilling without a full degree commitment
✓ NMIMS-certified — strong corporate recognition
✓ Ideal for professionals wanting targeted skill boosts
Regular · Campus
MBA
MBA — School of Business Management
2 Years · NMAT Admission · Mumbai
Specialisations: Finance · Marketing · HR · Operations · Information Systems · Pharma Management
✓ Highest package ₹67.7 LPA (2024 placements)
✓ Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, Google recruit
✓ 60,000+ applications for ~860 seats annually
✓ AACSB accredited — India's top management school
Regular · Campus
BBA
BBA — Anil Surendra Modi School of Commerce
3 Years · NPAT Admission · Mumbai
Tracks: BBA · BBA FinTech · Integrated BBA–MBA
✓ ~720 seats, India's top UG business school
✓ Ranked #4 BBA program nationally by several agencies
✓ Integrated BBA–MBA direct pathway available
✓ Strong placement cell, finance & marketing focus
Regular · Campus
B.Tech
B.Tech — School of Technology Management & Engineering
4 Years · NMIMS CET Admission
Streams: Computer Engineering · Electronics · Mechanical · Civil · Data Science
✓ Ranked among top 50 engineering schools in India
✓ Integrated B.Tech + MBA Tech pathway
✓ Strong industry placements in tech & consulting
Regular · Campus
B.Pharma
B.Pharma & M.Pharma — School of Pharmacy
4 / 2 Years · NMIMS-PAT Admission
Focus: Pharmaceutical Sciences · Drug Research · Pharma Management
✓ NIRF #11 in Pharmacy — among India's best
✓ B.Pharma + MBA Pharma Tech integrated pathway
✓ Strong pharmaceutical industry placement network
Regular · Campus
Law
BA LLB / BBA LLB / LLM — School of Law
5 / 3 Years · NMIMS-LAT Admission
Programs: BA LLB · BBA LLB · LLM · Integrated Law Programs
✓ India Today Law Ranking #20 nationally
✓ Corporate & international law specialisations
✓ Strong placement in top law firms & corporates
Regular · Research
Ph.D
PhD Programs — Multiple Schools
3–5 Years · Research Degree
Available in: Management · Engineering · Pharmacy · Science · Commerce · Law
✓ Research under AACSB & NAAC A++ institution
✓ Access to NMIMS research centres & industry labs
✓ Fellowship & funding opportunities available
Common Questions
Frequently Asked About
Manipal
Is a Manipal University (MAHE)degree recognised inIndia and abroad?
Yes. MAHE is a UGC‑recognised Deemed‑to‑be University, an Institution of Eminence and NAAC
A++ accredited, with many programmes approved by statutory councils and widely accepted by
employers and universities in India and abroad, its presence in global rankings and WES‑evaluated online degrees further supports international recognition.
What is the difference betweenMAHE’s online programmes and on‑campus degrees?
UGC‑entitled and delivered through Online Manipal with LMS‑based learning, live sessions and assignments, targeting working professionals needing flexibility, on‑campus programmes are full‑time residential degrees with traditional classroom teaching, labs and campus placements.
How strong are placements at Manipal University?
Recent MAHE‑wide data shows highest packages around 54–57 LPA, average packages around 11–12 LPA across programmes and median salaries rising year by year. At MIT Manipal specifically, the 2025 highest package is 69.25 LPA with average ~12.31 LPA and 300+ recruiters, CSE averages are reported above 13 LPA with strong placement rates.
Who should consider MAHE (Manipal University)?
MAHE is ideal for students who want a top‑ranked, research‑oriented Indian university with strong placements, medical and engineering excellence and the option to choose between on‑campus learning and select online degrees, especially for those targeting long‑term careers in technology, healthcare, research, management or global roles.
Ready to join Manipal?
Our counsellors will help you choose the right MAHE programme —B.Tech at MIT,MBBS or allied health, BBA/B.Com, MBA, M.Tech or online MSc/MBA—based on your academic background, entrance scores, budget and career plans. From exam selection and shortlisting to scholarships and admission, we support you end‑to‑end on your journey to Manipal University.