Hello Sidhartha,

Yes, getting into IIIT Hyderabad for CSE is significantly tougher than getting into Manipal for CSE.

• IIIT Hyderabad: Admission is highly competitive due to its reputation for excellence in computer science. The main admission channels are through JEE Advanced (top ranks required), JEE Main (very high percentile), and other direct modes like Olympiad and KVPY.
  
  
• Manipal: Admission is through the MET (Manipal Entrance Test), which is easier compared to JEE Advanced or achieving a top rank in JEE Main. The cutoff for CSE at Manipal is relatively lower than IIIT Hyderabad.

IIIT Hyderabad demands a top percentile in JEE, whereas Manipal’s MET is more moderate in difficulty.

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Thank you, and I wish you all the best in your bright future.