Manipur University: Courses, Fees, Admission, Placement

Imphal, India


Manipur University - [MU] ,Imphal ,Manipur

Overview

Manipur University, established in 1980 and situated in the picturesque capital of Imphal, is a prominent UGC-recognized Central University that has earned an 'A' grade accreditation from NAAC. Spanning an expansive 287.5 acres, the university serves as a hub of higher education in the region, housing 119 affiliated colleges, including two medical colleges and the Manipur Institute of Technology. With a diverse academic structure comprising 44 departments and 8 centers of studies, Manipur University accommodates approximately 6,000 students across various undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD programs.

The university is committed to providing quality education and fostering research, offering a wide array of courses in fields such as Arts, Science, Commerce, Engineering, and Management. Admissions are facilitated through the Manipur University Entrance Test (MUET) and the Central Universities Entrance Test (CUET), ensuring a fair selection process based on merit. The university also boasts a strong placement record, with top recruiters like Nestlé and HDFC Life participating in its placement drives; the median salary for graduates reached INR 8.2 LPA in 2023

In addition to its academic offerings, Manipur University provides essential facilities such as hostels, a computer center, sports complex, and cafeteria to support student life.


Quick Highlights

Particulars

Details

Top Recruiters

Yes Bank, HDFC, Nestlé, Apollo, Everest Foods, CubeTen Technologies

Fees Range

₹7,000 to ₹30,000 per year

Major stream

General University

Ranking

  • IIRF 2024 Rank: 35 among Central Universities; NAAC A Grade
  • Global Rankings- 1790 in india

Entrance Exams

  • MUET (Manipur University Entrance Test)
  •  CUET (Common University Entrance Test)

Year of Establishment

1980

Popular Courses

BA, BSc, BCom, MBA, MCA, MTech, PhD

Application mode

Online

Placement rate 

70% to 80%

VIT University

Scholarship

  • Various merit-based
  • need-based scholarships available

Ownership

Public


Ranking

Manipur University has received various rankings from different national and international bodies, reflecting its academic performance and reputation. Below is a summary of the university's rankings for 2024


Organization

Year

Category

Ranking

NIRF

2024

Overall

151-200

NIRF

2024

University

101

Outlook

2024

Central Universities

12

Manipur University - [MU] ,Imphal ,Manipur

Programs

A total of 103 courses are available at the UG and PG levels at Manipur University. The university offers PG Diplomas, M.Eds, and M.E./M.Techs. Admission to the college is based on merit scores in the past qualifying exams as well as valid scores in entrance exams, such as JEE Main, GATE, and MAT. Below is a table listing all the Manipur University courses as well as their eligibility and tuition fees.


Courses

Fees 

Duration

B.Tech

₹ 1.1 Lakh 

4 years.

MBA

₹ 12K

2 years.

BCA

₹ 1.2 Lakh

3 years.

B.A.

₹1 Lakh - ₹1.6 Lakh

3 years

B.Sc

₹ 2.5 K - ₹ 33.5 K

3 Years

Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech]

19 courses • 3 years
--Average tuition fees
--Median salary
--Exams accepted
-Application date

Master of Technology [M.Tech]

19 courses • 2 years
--Average tuition fees
--Median salary
--Exams accepted
-Application date

Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] + Master of Technology [M.Tech]

17 courses • 5 years
--Average tuition fees
--Median salary
--Exams accepted
-Application date

Bachelor of Arts [BA]

36 courses • 3 years
--Average tuition fees
--Median salary
--Exams accepted
-Application date

Manipur University - [MU] ,Imphal ,Manipur

Admissions

For admission, the college accepts merit scores from past qualifying exams as well as valid scores from entrance exams, such as JEE Main, GATE, and MAT. Below is a list of all Manipur University courses, along with the eligibility requirements and tuition fees.


Courses

No. of Courses

Duration

Eligibility criteria

Entrance Exam

B.Tech

5

4 years.

10+2 with 45 %

JEE Main

MBA

2

2 years.

Graduation with more than  50%.

  1. CUET-PG
  2. MAT

M.Tech

8

2 years.

10+2 with 60%

  1. GATE
  2. CUET-PG

B.Com.

12

3 years

Graduation with 60-80 %

CBSE 12th

Manipur 12th

MCA

2

3 Years

Graduation : 50 %

CUET-PG


Important dates

Below are the important dates for admission and registration at MU including upcoming events:

Events

Dates

CUET UG Examination Date

May 2025

Announcement of CUET results

June 2025 

Start of online application for UG programs

July 1, 2025

Start of classes for UG programs

August 2025 

Last date for online application for UG programs

September 30, 2025

Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech]

19

Courses

3 yrs

Duration

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Total Seats

--

Tuition Fees

--

Exams

--

Eligibility

19

Courses

2 yrs

Duration

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Eligibility

17

Courses

5 yrs

Duration

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Total Seats

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Tuition Fees

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Exams

--

Eligibility

36

Courses

3 yrs

Duration

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Tuition Fees

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Exams

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Eligibility

10

Courses

3 yrs

Duration

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Eligibility

43

Courses

3 yrs

Duration

--

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Tuition Fees

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Exams

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Eligibility

35

Courses

2 yrs

Duration

--

Total Seats

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Tuition Fees

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Exams

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Eligibility

4

Courses

3 yrs

Duration

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Tuition Fees

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Eligibility

4

Courses

2 yrs

Duration

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Total Seats

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Tuition Fees

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Exams

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Eligibility

FAQs related to Admissions

For postgraduate admissions, the university accepts CUET-PG scores and other relevant entrance exams depending on the program.

Manipur University offers over 610 courses across 13 streams, including Commerce, Management, Law, Science, Mass Communication, Humanities, Engineering, and Arts

Manipur University - [MU] ,Imphal ,Manipur

Placements

₹ 7.8 LPA and ₹8.2 LPA were the median packages offered during UG 3-year and UG 4-year placements 2023 at Manipur University, according to NIRF report 2024. Additionally, the median package offered during the PG 2-year and PG 3-year placements at Manipur University in 2023 was ₹ 7.2 LPA and ₹ 8.35 LPA.


B.Tech Placements at a Glance for Year 2023

Particulars

Details

Highest package

₹59 LPA ( UG )

Average Package

₹8.2 lakhs ( UG )

Total Offers

308 

Lowest Package

₹7.2 lakhs per annum

FAQS

The average salary for graduates varies by program but is generally around ₹7.2 lakhs to ₹8.2 lakhs per annum, depending on the course and year.


The placement rate is approximately 70% to 80%, with many students successfully securing jobs in various sectors.

Manipur University - [MU] ,Imphal ,Manipur

Infrastructure

Manipur University provides the following facilities:

Particular

Information

Hostels

Boys Hostels: 6
Girls Hostels: 16

Hostel Fees

 ₹8,000 to ₹12,000

Facilities

  • Computer Centre
  • Guest House
  • Bank
  • Post Office
  • Sports Complex
  • Cafeteria

FAQs related to Infrastructure programs

Manipur University offers a variety of facilities including hostels, a central library, computer centers, sports complexes, medical facilities, and transportation services.

Yes, mess facilities are provided in the hostels, with charges usually separate from the hostel fees.