I have the rank 428 for Bsc. Biotechnology for Manipal. (Met 2026). Till now i have not received any information. I did write to the admissions office and they said seats are being allotted rank wise and they asked me to wait. This was 10 days back. Do i still have a chance?

Hello Dear Student,

A rank of 428 for B.Sc. Biotechnology at Manipal is actually a strong rank, and admissions are often processed in multiple rounds based on seat acceptance, withdrawals, fee payment deadlines, and movement in the waitlist. Manipal's admission process is rank-based, and candidates are allotted seats as higher-ranked students either accept, decline, or upgrade their choices.

A few reasons not to panic yet:

• The admissions office has already confirmed that allotments are being made rank-wise and asked you to wait.
• Counselling and seat allotment typically continue through multiple rounds.
• Biotechnology programs generally see some movement because students often choose medicine, engineering, or other life-science programs instead. This creates vacancies in later rounds.

What you should do now:

1. Check your admission portal and registered email regularly (including spam/junk folders).
2. Keep your documents and fee payment arrangements ready.
3. Stay in touch with the admissions office if there is no update after the next counselling round.
4. Do not withdraw from other backup options until you receive a final decision.

Based on the information available, rank 428 is not a rank that would normally rule you out outright , especially if admissions are still ongoing. The fact that the admissions team has not rejected your application and specifically asked you to wait is a positive sign.

Hope it helps!