Dr Kedar Nath Modi Institute of Engineering and Technology Modinagar B.Tech {Lateral} Artificial Intelligence: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total tuition fee for the 3-year B.Tech Lateral Entry (Artificial Intelligence) programme at KNMIET is INR 3,05,280, structured as INR 1,01,760 per year across three years. Hostel charges of up to INR 65,000 per year are optional and payable separately. Candidates should confirm the final fee with the KNMIET admissions office before payment, as annual revisions are possible.

Ans. Candidates who hold a 3-year Diploma in Engineering (any branch with adequate Mathematics and Science content) from a recognised polytechnic with minimum 45% aggregate marks (40% for reserved categories) are eligible. B.Sc graduates who have studied Mathematics as a compulsory subject may also apply under AKTU lateral entry rules. A valid JEECUP Group K score is required for seat allocation through UPTAC Lateral Entry counselling at uptac.samarth.edu.in.

Ans. The B.Tech Lateral Entry AI programme at KNMIET covers machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and reinforcement learning alongside mathematics for AI, Python programming, and data structures. Since lateral entry students join the second year directly, the curriculum is designed to build on the engineering fundamentals from the Diploma and progress rapidly into AI-specific subjects and project work.

Ans. Lateral B.Tech AI graduates from KNMIET can pursue entry-level roles as machine learning engineers, AI developers, data analysts, and automation specialists at IT services firms and technology companies. Graduates may also prepare for GATE-CS to pursue M.Tech in AI or Data Science at NITs and central universities. The 3-year lateral path allows Diploma holders to earn a formal engineering degree and access roles typically requiring a B.Tech qualification.

Ans. Lateral entry B.Tech AI students at KNMIET can apply for the UP Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC students with UP domicile), the AICTE Pragati Scholarship for girl students (INR 50,000 per year, family income below INR 8 lakh), the Central Sector Scheme by the Ministry of Education (INR 12,000 per year for meritorious students with income below INR 8 lakh), and the NSP Post-Matric Scholarship for students from minority communities via scholarships.gov.in.