EPGI, Bangalore BE {Lateral} Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science): Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for the BE Lateral Entry programme at East Point College Bangalore is INR 10,70,250 for the three-year course, at INR 3,56,750 per year. University and examination fees, along with hostel and transport charges, are payable separately.

Ans. Candidates must hold a Diploma in Computer Science & Engineering (Data Science) or an allied branch from an AICTE-approved institution with a minimum of 45 percent marks (40 percent for reserved categories in Karnataka). A valid Karnataka DCET score is required for government-quota seats.

Ans. Government-quota lateral entry seats are allotted through Karnataka DCET counselling conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) on DCET merit rank. Management-quota seats are filled by direct application to the college, and both routes require a valid diploma in a relevant branch.

Ans. The BE Lateral Entry programme is a three-year course. Diploma holders are admitted directly into the second year (third semester) of the four-year BE degree and complete the remaining three years under the VTU curriculum, including laboratory work, projects, and a final-year capstone.

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers in data science, data engineering, machine learning, and analytics-driven product companies, enter campus placements, or opt for higher studies such as M.Tech or MBA. The Bengaluru location and the college’s training and placement cell provide exposure to internships, industrial visits, and recruitment by core and IT companies.