Top Colleges in Manipal 2026-27

Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences (MCOPS), established in 1963 in Manipal, is one of India's oldest and most research-intensive pharmacy institutions. It's part of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) — a deemed university — and awards MAHE degrees, not RGUHS degrees. Admission is through MAHE entrance tests, not KCET. NIRF consistently ranks it among India's top 5 pharmacy colleges.

Manipal College of Allied Health Sciences in Manipal, Karnataka — Allied Health Sciences college offering BSc MLT, BSc Radiology, BSc OTT, BSc Optometry, BSc RT. Affiliated to MAHE. Admission 2026-27 open.

Muniyal Institute of Ayurveda Medical Sciences in Manipal, Karnataka — Ayurveda (BAMS) college offering BAMS. Affiliated to RGUHS. Admission 2026-27 open.

MIT Institute of Design Manipal offers B.Des and M.Des programmes under MAHE with studios for Industrial Design, Communication Design, and Interaction Design.

Manipal Institute of Communication, part of Manipal Academy of Higher Education, was set up in 1997. It offers BA, BSc and MA programmes in media, film, animation and design.

T. A. Pai Management Institute, a constituent unit of MAHE in Manipal, offers MBA tracks, BBA Honours, an integrated programme in management and PhD.

Manipal College of Nursing is part of Manipal Academy of Higher Education. It lists B.Sc, Post Basic B.Sc and M.Sc Nursing, a critical care nurse practitioner residency and certificate courses.

Manipal Academy of Higher Education is a Deemed university in Manipal, Karnataka.

Manipal Centre for Hospitality Management — BHM fees, admission and placements 2026.

Manipal Institute of Technology, in Udupi district, was established in 1957 and is part of Manipal Academy of Higher Education.

One of India's premier hotel management institutes, affiliated to Manipal Academy. Known for its industry-integrated curriculum and strong placement record with Taj, ITC and Marriott groups.

Manipal Institute of Technology MIT, Manipal, Udupi — MAHE deemed university, NAAC A++, NBA, est 1957. JEE Main via MAHE counselling — not KCET. NIRF #4 Engineering 2025. Coastal Karnataka.

Manipal Institute of Management is one of India's oldest and most respected business schools, part of the Manipal Academy. Known for MBA programmes and strong international business exposure.

Manipal College of Dental Sciences Manipal is a recognised medical college in Manipal, Karnataka offering MBBS, MD and MS programmes. The college is affiliated to RGUHS and approved by NMC, providing comprehensive medical education with attached hospital for clinical training. NEET qualified students can apply for 2026-27 admissions.

Manipal College of Nursing Manipal is a recognised medical college in Manipal, Karnataka offering MBBS, MD and MS programmes. The college is affiliated to RGUHS and approved by NMC, providing comprehensive medical education with attached hospital for clinical training. NEET qualified students can apply for 2026-27 admissions.

Kasturba Medical College Manipal in Manipal, Karnataka is a reputed medical institution offering MBBS and postgraduate medical programmes. The college has an attached teaching hospital with modern facilities for clinical training. Admissions are through NEET counselling for 2026-27.

Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, in Udupi district is a medical college of Manipal Academy of Higher Education offering MBBS, postgraduate and super speciality courses.