Dr Kedar Nath Modi Institute of Engineering and Technology Modinagar B.Tech Mechanical Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for the 4-year B.Tech Mechanical Engineering programme at KNMIET is INR 4,07,040, charged at INR 1,01,760 per year. Hostel accommodation is available separately at up to INR 65,000 per year for both boys and girls. Students can apply for AICTE Pragati or UP government scholarships to lower the out-of-pocket expense significantly.

Ans. Admission to B.Tech Mechanical Engineering at KNMIET requires a valid JEE Main 2026 score from Session 1 or Session 2. Candidates then register for AKTU UPTAC counselling at uptac.samarth.edu.in. AKTU does not mandate a minimum JEE percentile for state-quota seats at private affiliated colleges, making the programme accessible to a wide range of JEE-qualified candidates.

Ans. After securing a JEE Main score, candidates register for UPTAC counselling at uptac.samarth.edu.in, pay the INR 1,000 registration fee, and upload required documents. They then fill college and branch preferences. Seat allotment is based on JEE Main rank and preference order. Allotted candidates pay the confirmation fee of INR 20,000 for General and OBC or INR 12,000 for SC and ST, then report to KNMIET within the designated window.

Ans. Yes, KNMIET Modinagar provides separate hostel facilities for boys and girls. The hostel fee can go up to INR 65,000 per year and is optional. This amount is not included in the total programme fee of INR 4,07,040 and must be planned for separately. Students living in Ghaziabad or nearby areas may commute daily instead of opting for hostel accommodation.

Ans. B.Tech Mechanical Engineering students at KNMIET can access multiple scholarships. Girl students in AICTE-approved B.Tech programmes are eligible for the AICTE Pragati Scholarship worth INR 50,000 per year. UP domicile SC/ST/OBC students can apply for the UP Post-Matric Scholarship at scholarship.up.gov.in. High-performing Class 12 students from families with income below INR 8 lakh qualify for the Central Sector Scheme worth INR 12,000 per year. Applications open in October.

Ans. KNMIET is affiliated to Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow, which is the apex technical university for Uttar Pradesh. The B.Tech Mechanical Engineering degree is awarded by AKTU and is recognised across the state by employers, PSUs, and government departments. Admission is through AKTU’s centralised UPTAC counselling system, ensuring a standardised process for all affiliated engineering colleges including KNMIET.