Govind Ballabh Pant Institute of Engineering and Technology (GBPIET) in Pauri Garhwal, Uttarakhand, offers a 3-year full-time B.Tech Lateral in Computer Science for Diploma holders. Affiliated to Veer Madho Singh Bhandari Uttarakhand Technical University (VMSBTU), Dehradun, the programme admits students directly to the second year and covers programming, data structures, algorithms, operating systems, database management, and software development, building on their diploma foundation. The total fee is ₹1,13,940, payable at ₹37,980 per year. Admission is through UTU lateral entry counselling based on Diploma merit. Graduates pursue roles as software developer and related engineering positions.
Admissions for the 2026-27 B.Tech Lateral batch are open through UTU lateral entry counselling. Registration on the UTU portal at uktech.ac.in begins 28 May 2026, with three rounds of seat allotment in June and July.
Key Points
- 3-year lateral B.Tech programme affiliated to VMSBTU, Dehradun
- NBA-accredited institution; programme covers core CS fundamentals and software engineering
- Covers programming, algorithms, databases, networking, and software development
- Admission through UTU lateral entry counselling; no separate written examination
- Graduates work as software developers, systems analysts, and IT professionals
GBPIET Pauri Garhwal B.Tech Lateral Computer Science Fees
B.Tech Lateral Computer Science Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | ₹37,980 |
| Total Fees (3 years) | ₹1,13,940 |
- Fee is payable at ₹37,980 per academic year across the 3-year lateral B.Tech programme.
- Hostel accommodation charges are billed separately and are not included in the above fee.
- Fee amounts are as per the 2026 admission cycle; subject to revision by the institution.
GBPIET Pauri Garhwal B.Tech Lateral Computer Science Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| UTU Lateral Entry Counselling Registration | May 28, 2026 |
| Round I Seat Allotment | June 6, 2026 |
| Round II Seat Allotment | June 20, 2026 |
| Round III Seat Allotment | July 4, 2026 |
| Programme Commencement | August 2026 (Tentative) |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| UTU Lateral Entry Counselling | May 28, 2026 | Merit-based allotment | June-July 2026 |
- B.Tech Lateral Entry at GBPIET Pauri Garhwal is open to Diploma holders in the relevant engineering discipline; admission is through Veer Madho Singh Bhandari Uttarakhand Technical University (UTU) centralised lateral entry counselling.
- Candidates register on the UTU portal at uktech.ac.in, participate in the counselling process, and choose GBPIET Pauri Garhwal as a preferred college during preference filling.
- Seats may also be available through direct application at the college; candidates are advised to contact the admissions office at gbpiet.ac.in for details.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a 3-year Diploma in the relevant engineering discipline from an AICTE-approved institution affiliated to a State Board of Technical Education, with a minimum aggregate of 60 percent marks.
- Alternatively, candidates with a B.Sc. degree (with Mathematics as a subject) from a recognised university may also be eligible for lateral entry as per Uttarakhand Technical University norms.
- Eligible candidates participate in UTU centralised lateral entry counselling; separate written entrance examination is not required for lateral entry admission.
Admission Process
- Register on the UTU portal at uktech.ac.in from 28 May 2026 and fill the online application form with Diploma mark sheets and eligibility documents.
- Choose GBPIET Pauri Garhwal and the desired B.Tech Lateral specialisation as a preference during the UTU counselling choice-filling process.
- Participate in the three counselling rounds; seat allotment is based on Diploma aggregate marks and the college’s UTU-approved intake.
- On seat allotment, report to GBPIET Pauri Garhwal for document verification with original Diploma certificates and pay the programme fee within the stipulated deadline.
- Candidates may also apply for direct management quota admission at gbpiet.ac.in or contact the college admissions office.
GBPIET Pauri Garhwal B.Tech Lateral Computer Science Scholarships 2026
B.Tech Lateral Computer Science Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | Full to partial tuition fee | SC and ST students; annual family income below ₹2,50,000 |
| OBC Post-Matric Scholarship | ₹1,500 to ₹5,000 per year | OBC students; annual family income below ₹1,00,000 |
| National Scholarship Portal (NSP) Award | ₹12,000 to ₹20,000 per year | Merit-based; family income below ₹8,00,000 per annum |
| Uttarakhand Government Merit Scholarship | As per state norms | State domicile students meeting merit and income criteria |
| Education Loan Facility | Up to ₹10 Lakhs | Through nationalised and scheduled banks; covers full programme duration |
- Government scholarship amounts and eligibility criteria are subject to change based on state and central government notifications for the 2026-27 academic year.
- Students are advised to apply through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) and Uttarakhand state scholarship portal within the first semester of admission.
- Education loans are available through partnering banks; the college provides supporting documents on request.
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