The B.Tech (Artificial Intelligence) Lateral Entry at IIMT College of Engineering (IIMT), Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh is a 3-year full-time undergraduate programme approved by AICTE and affiliated with Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow. IIMT holds NAAC Grade A accreditation. The lateral entry programme admits Diploma holders directly into the second year and focuses on machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, data engineering, and AI application development. Admission is through JEECUP lateral-entry counselling conducted by UPTAC.
📋 Admission Status: B.Tech (Artificial Intelligence) Lateral Entry admissions for 2026-27 at IIMT Greater Noida are through JEECUP 2026 lateral-entry counselling. JEECUP 2026 registration closed on April 30, 2026; the exam was held on May 15, 2026 to May 22, 2026 and results were declared on May 30, 2026. UPTAC counselling for AKTU lateral-entry seats is conducted in June to July 2026. Monitor uptac.admissions.nic.in and iimtindia.net for the current schedule.
Key Points
- Programme: B.Tech (Artificial Intelligence) Lateral Entry, 3 Years (6 Semesters), Full Time, AKTU
- Total Fees: INR 4,05,000 for 3 Years (INR 1,35,000 per year; Hostel separate)
- Admission: JEECUP 2026 lateral entry; UPTAC counselling (uptac.admissions.nic.in)
- Affiliation: AKTU, Lucknow; AICTE approved; NAAC Grade A; NBA accredited (CSE, ECE)
IIMT College of Engineering, Greater Noida B.Tech AI (Lateral) Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Annual Fee (per year) | INR 1,35,000 |
| Total Fees (3 Years, Hostel charges separate) | INR 4,05,000 |
- Annual fee: INR 1,35,000 per year; lateral entry programme.
- Hostel Non-AC: INR 1,50,000 per year; separate charge.
- Hostel AC: INR 1,85,000 per year; separate charge.
- AKTU exam fee payable separately each semester.
- Confirm 2026-27 fee at iimtindia.net before joining.
IIMT College of Engineering, Greater Noida B.Tech AI (Lateral) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| JEECUP 2026 Registration End | April 30, 2026; registered via jeecup.admissions.nic.in |
| JEECUP 2026 Exam | May 15, 2026 to May 22, 2026; conducted by JEECUP Board |
| JEECUP 2026 Result | May 30, 2026; check jeecup.admissions.nic.in |
| UPTAC Lateral Entry Counselling | June to July 2026 (expected); check uptac.admissions.nic.in |
| Commencement of Classes | August 2026 (expected); confirm at iimtindia.net |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| JEECUP 2026 (Lateral) | April 30, 2026 | May 15, 2026 to May 22, 2026 | May 30, 2026 |
- Diploma holders: JEECUP lateral; B.Sc graduates: UPTAC merit.
- Minimum 50 percent marks in Diploma from BTEUP or equivalent.
- Carry Diploma marksheet, 10th certificate, TC, and photos.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed Diploma in Diploma in CS / IT / Electronics or B.Sc (CS/IT/Mathematics) from a board recognised by BTEUP or equivalent, with minimum 50 percent marks. OR passed B.Sc with Physics and Mathematics as subjects with minimum 50 percent marks and passed 12th with Mathematics.
- JEECUP 2026 Lateral Entry score is the basis for UPTAC seat allotment in AKTU-affiliated colleges. B.Sc graduates are considered on merit via separate counselling.
- Candidates must fulfil AKTU lateral entry eligibility norms; check AKTU official website at aktu.ac.in for the current notification.
Admission Process
- Register for JEECUP 2026 lateral entry on jeecup.admissions.nic.in; B.Sc graduates register separately on uptac.admissions.nic.in.
- A higher JEECUP score or better academic merit improves chances of allotment to IIMT Greater Noida for the chosen branch.
- During UPTAC counselling, lock choices in order of preference with IIMT Greater Noida and B.Tech (Artificial Intelligence) Lateral Entry as a preferred option.
- After seat allotment, pay the first-year fee (INR 1,35,000) and report to IIMT with all original documents for registration.
✓ Opt for this if
- Diploma holders in CS/IT/Electronics targeting direct AKTU B.Tech entry
- UP state students eligible for JEECUP lateral counselling
- Candidates seeking affordable B.Tech lateral in AI/CSE near NCR
- Students planning software/AI careers in NCR tech belt
- B.Sc graduates with CS/Maths background seeking degree upgrade
✗ Skip if
- Candidates targeting lateral entry at NITs or IIITs
- Students needing strong placement brand outside NCR
- Aspirants wanting research-oriented curriculum beyond AKTU
- Students without Diploma in relevant CS/IT/Electronics discipline
IIMT College of Engineering, Greater Noida B.Tech AI (Lateral) Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| UP State Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC) | Full to partial fee cover | SC/ST/OBC students with UP domicile; family income criteria apply; apply via scholarship.up.gov.in after joining |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | As per government norms | Merit-based; family income below INR 8 lakh; apply via scholarships.gov.in in September-October after joining |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship (Girls) | INR 50,000 per year (up to 2 years) | Female students; family income below INR 8 lakh; apply via AICTE portal in October; limited seats per institution |
| IIMT Merit Scholarship | As per college norms | Merit-based institutional scholarship; contact IIMT admissions office for current eligibility criteria |
- UP SC/ST/OBC: apply via scholarship.up.gov.in after joining.
- NSP: family income below INR 8 lakh; apply in October.
- AICTE Pragati (girls): income below INR 8 lakh; apply October.
- Confirm scholarship details at iimtindia.net or the IIMT admissions office.
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