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Achariya College of Engineering Technology (ACET) in Pondicherry charges INR 1,70,000 for the full 4-year B.Tech programme and INR 1,27,500 for the 3-year lateral entry route. All seven branches carry an identical fee of INR 42,500 per year, one of the more accessible engineering fee points in Puducherry.
Note: The 2026-27 fee notification has not been formally released at the time of writing. Figures above reflect the latest published cycle. Students should verify current fees and application deadlines on the official ACET website before applying.
ACET Pondicherry Course and Fees Quick Overview
- 13 B.Tech programmes covering 7 branches in regular (4-year) and lateral (3-year) modes
- Fee range: INR 1,27,500 (B.Tech Lateral, 3 years) to INR 1,70,000 (B.Tech Regular, 4 years)
- Uniform fee of INR 42,500 per year across all branches and modes
- Robotics and Automation is available for both regular and lateral entry
- Lateral entry saves one full year of fees — INR 42,500 — compared to regular B.Tech
- Affiliated to Pondicherry University; admission through TNEA for Tamil Nadu students or direct route
- Published fee covers tuition — students should confirm if exam and registration fees are charged separately
ACET Pondicherry Courses and Fees 2026-27
| Course | Mode | Duration | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (Artificial Intelligence and Data Science) | Regular | 4 years | INR 1,70,000 |
| B.Tech (Civil Engineering) | Regular | 4 years | INR 1,70,000 |
| B.Tech (Computer Science and Engineering) | Regular | 4 years | INR 1,70,000 |
| B.Tech (Electrical and Electronics Engineering) | Regular | 4 years | INR 1,70,000 |
| B.Tech (Electronics and Communication Engineering) | Regular | 4 years | INR 1,70,000 |
| B.Tech (Mechanical Engineering) | Regular | 4 years | INR 1,70,000 |
| B.Tech (Robotics and Automation) | Regular | 4 years | INR 1,70,000 |
| B.Tech Lateral (Civil Engineering) | Lateral | 3 years | INR 1,27,500 |
| B.Tech Lateral (Computer Science and Engineering) | Lateral | 3 years | INR 1,27,500 |
| B.Tech Lateral (Electrical and Electronics Engineering) | Lateral | 3 years | INR 1,27,500 |
| B.Tech Lateral (Electronics and Communication Engineering) | Lateral | 3 years | INR 1,27,500 |
| B.Tech Lateral (Mechanical Engineering) | Lateral | 3 years | INR 1,27,500 |
| B.Tech Lateral (Robotics and Automation) | Lateral | 3 years | INR 1,27,500 |
ACET B.Tech Fees 2026-27
Seven branches are on offer, each at INR 42,500 per year for four years, totalling INR 1,70,000. The fee structure is entirely flat: CSE and AI and Data Science cost the same as Civil or Mechanical. There is no premium for high-demand branches. Robotics and Automation, a relatively uncommon branch at this fee level in Puducherry, is available for both regular and lateral entry candidates. Admission to B.Tech is through the TNEA (Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions) process for students from Tamil Nadu and through the Puducherry State Engineering Entrance Examination for Puducherry residents. The minimum eligibility is 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with at least 45% marks.
B.Tech Regular Specialisations and Fees
| Branch | Annual Fee | Total Fees (4 years) |
|---|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence and Data Science | INR 42,500 | INR 1,70,000 |
| Civil Engineering | INR 42,500 | INR 1,70,000 |
| Computer Science and Engineering | INR 42,500 | INR 1,70,000 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | INR 42,500 | INR 1,70,000 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | INR 42,500 | INR 1,70,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering | INR 42,500 | INR 1,70,000 |
| Robotics and Automation | INR 42,500 | INR 1,70,000 |
ACET B.Tech Lateral Entry Fees 2026-27
Lateral entry allows diploma holders in engineering or technology to join directly into the second year of the B.Tech programme, completing in 3 years. At INR 42,500 per year for 3 years, the total cost is INR 1,27,500. The saving over regular B.Tech is INR 42,500 — exactly one year of fees. All six lateral entry branches charge the same rate, including Robotics and Automation. Admission to the lateral entry programme is through the Puducherry or Tamil Nadu Lateral Entry process, subject to diploma relevance and eligibility criteria set by the affiliating university.
B.Tech Lateral Entry Specialisations and Fees
| Branch | Annual Fee | Total Fees (3 years) |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | INR 42,500 | INR 1,27,500 |
| Computer Science and Engineering | INR 42,500 | INR 1,27,500 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | INR 42,500 | INR 1,27,500 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | INR 42,500 | INR 1,27,500 |
| Mechanical Engineering | INR 42,500 | INR 1,27,500 |
| Robotics and Automation | INR 42,500 | INR 1,27,500 |
ACET Pondicherry Application Fees
Students from Tamil Nadu seeking admission through TNEA pay a counselling registration fee of INR 500 (General) or INR 250 (reserved categories) on the TNEA portal. This fee is paid to the Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions authority, not to ACET directly. Puducherry state candidates applying through the Puducherry Engineering Admissions process should check the current counselling registration fee on the official Puducherry admissions portal. ACET may additionally charge a one-time college registration or admission fee at the point of seat acceptance, which should be confirmed directly with the college admissions office.
ACET Pondicherry Fees FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Tech at ACET Pondicherry?
Ans. The total fee for the 4-year B.Tech at ACET is INR 1,70,000, uniform across all seven branches including CSE, AI and Data Science, ECE, EEE, Mechanical, Civil, and Robotics and Automation. The annual fee is INR 42,500 per year for all four years.
Ques. What is the fee for B.Tech lateral entry at ACET?
Ans. B.Tech lateral entry at ACET costs INR 1,27,500 for 3 years at INR 42,500 per year. Lateral entry admits diploma holders directly into the second year. Six branches are available in lateral mode, including Robotics and Automation, mirroring the regular B.Tech offering.
Ques. Does the B.Tech fee vary by branch at ACET?
Ans. No. All seven branches at ACET carry an identical annual fee of INR 42,500 with a total of INR 1,70,000 for the regular 4-year programme. There is no premium for CSE, AI and Data Science, or Robotics and Automation compared to Civil or Mechanical Engineering.
Ques. What is the per-semester fee for B.Tech at ACET?
Ans. The annual fee at ACET is INR 42,500. If collected each semester, the per-semester fee is INR 21,250. Students should confirm with the college whether fees are billed annually or per semester, as the billing cycle may differ from the published annual figure.
Ques. How is admission to B.Tech conducted at ACET Pondicherry?
Ans. Tamil Nadu students apply through TNEA (Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions), which considers 10+2 marks. Puducherry residents apply through the Puducherry State Engineering Entrance process. Minimum eligibility for regular B.Tech is 10+2 with PCM and at least 45% aggregate. Lateral entry requires a relevant engineering diploma with minimum qualifying marks.
Ques. Is hostel accommodation available at ACET Pondicherry?
Ans. Hostel availability and fees at ACET should be confirmed directly with the college. Pondicherry has a range of private accommodation options near the campus, including PG facilities and rental housing. Students should contact the college admissions office for the latest hostel availability and applicable fee for 2026-27.
Ques. Is Robotics and Automation available at ACET through lateral entry?
Ans. Yes. Robotics and Automation is available at ACET in both the 4-year regular B.Tech route (INR 1,70,000) and the 3-year lateral entry route (INR 1,27,500). Both modes charge the uniform fee of INR 42,500 per year.
Ques. Does ACET offer any scholarships or fee concessions?
Ans. Students may be eligible for Tamil Nadu or Puducherry government scholarship schemes for engineering students, including merit and means-based scholarships. SC/ST, OBC, and economically weaker section students can apply through the relevant state scholarship portals. Details on college-specific fee concessions should be sought from the ACET admissions office.
Ques. What is the difference in total cost between B.Tech regular and lateral entry at ACET?
Ans. The 4-year B.Tech costs INR 1,70,000 and the 3-year lateral entry costs INR 1,27,500. The difference is INR 42,500, which is exactly one year of fees. For diploma holders who qualify, lateral entry offers a direct saving of one full year of fees while granting the same B.Tech degree.
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