MET 2025 Selection Process: Tips for Registration, Exam, and Counseling

Overview of MET 2025

MET is conducted by Manipal University twice in a year and it is for admissions into the first year undergraduate programs such as Engineering (B.Tech), Pharmacy, etc., offered at all the campuses of Manipal institutions all over India. The MET 2025 selection process is very keen and that preparation entails a combination of studying the syllabus and the process.

Key Highlights of MET 2025

1. Exam Conducting Authority: The Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)
2. Level of Examination: National
3. Mode of Examination: Online (Computer-Based Test)
4. Courses Offered: Programs covering Undergraduate and Postgraduate areas, such as B.Tech, B.Pharm, and others
5. Number of Phases: The process includes registration, examination, and counseling, followed by seat allocation.

MET 2025 Selection Process Breakdown

The selection phases are separated and candidates must experience each, from registration to final confirmation. The main steps are:

Step 1: Registration for MET 2025

Registration Dates

Registration for MET 2025 typically opens in the first quarter of the year (January/February). Candidates are advised to regularly check the official MET website for specific dates.

 Registration Process

1. Visit the Official Website: Click on the 'MET 2025 Registration' option available on the official MAHE website.
2. Create an Account: Please enter the essential information including your name, email address, mobile number, and date of birth to build your account. When account creation is successful, we will send you login credentials via email or SMS.
3. Fill out the Application Form: Following login, complete all required personal, academic, and contact information included in the application form.
4. Upload Documents: You have to upload scans of your recent passport-size photos, your signature, and any additional needed documents (such as educational certificates).
5. Pay the Application Fee: Pay the exam fee with your debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI while transacting online.
6. Submit the Application: Thoroughly inspect the application before you send it in. After submitting, print the application for your later use.

 Application Fee Structure

The application fee for the MET tends to change depending on the course. The cost for B.Tech and additional engineering programs is usually from INR 2,000 to 2,500. A reference to the official site is always necessary for correct fee information.

Step 2: MET 2025 Admit Card

The next thing to do after you've registered is download the admit card for MET 2025.

 Admit Card Availability

Admit cards are typically made available 10-15 days before the exam. Keep a close eye on notifications and announcements regarding the release date.

 How to Download the Admit Card

1. Please log in to the official website using your details.
2. Go to the section identified as 'Download Admit Card'.
3. Enter the application number as well as the other needed details.
4. Obtain the admit card and get a hard copy. You need to have this at the examination center.

Step 3: MET 2025 Examination

The MET 2025 examination will occur in multiple sessions at several different exam centers. The exam is completely online and contains multiple-choice questions.

Exam Pattern

1. Mode of Exam: Online (CBT)
2. Duration: 2-2.5 hours
3. Number of Questions: Typically 200 for B.Tech courses, but this varies by program.
4. Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (for Engineering) or other relevant subjects depending on the course.
5. Marking Scheme: For each correct answer, 1 mark is awarded. Incorrect answers usually result in a negative marking (0.25 or 1 mark deduction).

 Syllabus

The syllabus is generally based on 10+2 level topics for undergraduate courses. Key subjects include:

1. Physics: Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Electromagnetism, Modern Physics, etc.
2. Chemistry: Organic, Inorganic, and Physical Chemistry.
3. Mathematics: Algebra, Calculus, Trigonometry, etc.

For postgraduate courses, the syllabus will be based on the curriculum of the qualifying degree.

Tips for Exam Day

1. Arrive at the exam center at least one hour before the reporting time.
2. Carry your admit card and a valid government-issued ID.
3. Ensure you understand the navigation and answering process in the online exam format.
4. Keep an eye on the time, and attempt the easier questions first.

Step 4: MET 2025 Result Declaration

 Release of Results

Results are usually declared within 2-3 weeks after the examination. The results will be available online on the official MET website.

How to Check MET 2025 Results

1. Log in to the official website using your application number and password.
2. Navigate to the “Results” section.
3. Enter your exam roll number to view your result.
4. Download and print your scorecard for future reference.

The scorecard will display the total score, subject-wise marks, and rank obtained.

Step 5: MET 2025 Counseling Process

After the result declaration, candidates who qualify for the exam will be called for the counseling process. The counseling process will be conducted in multiple rounds depending on the number of seats available and the candidates' preferences.

 Counseling Registration

1.  Registration: Register for the counseling session on the official website.
2. Document Verification: Upload and verify required documents like 10+2 certificates, MET scorecards, identity proofs, etc.
3. Choice Filling: Based on your MET rank, fill in your preferred courses and institutions.

 Seat Allotment Process

Seat assignments depend on the MET rank, current seat availability, and the preferences indicated in counseling. Various seat allotment rounds are available, and candidates who miss out on seats in the first round can join succeeding rounds.

1. Provisional Seat Allotment Letter: Should you have a seat allocated to you, please download the temporary seat allotment letter.
2. Payment of Fees: You must pay the minimum admission fee to secure your seat.
3. Reporting to the Institution: Report to the assigned institution for final admission following the fee payment.

 Documents Required for Counseling

1. MET 2025 scorecard and admit card
2. 10th and 12th mark sheets and passing certificates
3. Character certificate
4. Identity proof (Aadhar card, Passport, etc.)
5. Category certificate (if applicable)

Step 6: Reporting to the Allotted Institution

Candidates who have accomplished the counseling process should report to their assigned institutions. The reporting process asks for all original documents plus the payment of the remaining fee, if applicable.

 Final Admission Confirmation

After completion of document verification and the required fees, the institution will verify the candidate's admission. The academic session starts not long after the counseling process has finished.

 Important Guidelines for Reporting

1. Take with you all the original documents along with their photocopies to verify.
2. Make sure to finish all fee payments before the reporting date.
3. If it is available, participate in the orientation session held by the institution to get to know the campus and the academic organization.