The B.E. (Electronics & Communication Engineering), Lateral Entry at Info Institute of Engineering (IIE), Coimbatore is a 3-year full-time undergraduate lateral entry programme approved by AICTE and affiliated with Anna University, Chennai. Lateral entry allows diploma holders to join directly into the second year (third semester) of the programme. IIE is situated on NH-47, Sathy Road, Coimbatore. The programme covers analog and digital electronics, communication systems, signal processing, VLSI design, embedded systems, and wireless communications. Admission is through TNEA Lateral Entry (TNLEA) 2026 counselling.
📋 Admission Status: B.E. (Electronics & Communication Engineering), Lateral Entry admissions for 2026-27 at Info IIE Coimbatore are through TNEA Lateral Entry (TNLEA) 2026 counselling conducted by the Directorate of Technical Education (DoTE), Tamil Nadu. TNEA 2026 registration ran from May 3, 2026, with the rank list expected in June 2026. TNLEA lateral entry counselling is expected in July to August 2026. Monitor tnlea.com and tneaonline.org for the latest schedule.
Key Points
- Programme: B.E. (Electronics & Communication Engineering), Lateral Entry, 3 Years (Semesters 3-8), Full Time, Anna University
- Total Fees: INR 1,65,000 for 3 Years (INR 55,000 per year; Hostel separate)
- Admission: TNEA Lateral Entry (TNLEA) 2026 counselling; merit-based on diploma marks
- Eligibility: Diploma in Electronics and Communication Engineering or related stream from a recognised board/institution
- Location: NH-47, Sathy Road, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu 641107
Info Institute of Engineering (IIE), Coimbatore BE ECE (Lateral) Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Annual Fee (per year) | INR 55,000 |
| Total Fees (3 Years, Hostel charges separate) | INR 1,65,000 |
- Total fees: INR 1,65,000 for 3-year lateral entry programme.
- Annual fee: INR 55,000 per year; confirm at iie.ac.in.
- Hostel charges are separate; confirm at iie.ac.in.
- Government and management quota seats may differ in fee.
- Confirm 2026-27 fee at iie.ac.in before joining.
Info Institute of Engineering (IIE), Coimbatore BE ECE (Lateral) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| TNEA 2026 Registration | May 3, 2026 to June 5, 2026 (extended); apply at tneaonline.org |
| TNEA Rank List Publication | June 29, 2026 (expected); check tneaonline.org |
| TNLEA Lateral Entry Counselling | July to August 2026 (expected); check tnlea.com for lateral entry schedule |
| Commencement of Classes | August 2026 (expected); confirm at iie.ac.in |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| TNEA 2026 | May 3, 2026 | Merit-based (no exam) | June 29, 2026 (Rank List) |
- Diploma or B.Sc. (relevant stream) required for lateral entry.
- Admission through TNLEA merit list; no separate entrance exam.
- Carry diploma certificate, marksheets, and community certificate.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed a 3-year Diploma in Engineering (Diploma in Electronics and Communication Engineering or related stream) from a recognised Board of Technical Education with minimum 45 percent marks, OR a B.Sc. degree in the relevant subject stream from a recognised university.
- Candidates are admitted directly into the second year (3rd semester) of the B.E. programme through TNEA Lateral Entry (TNLEA) counselling. Admission is merit-based on diploma marks; no separate entrance exam.
- Anna University affiliation norms apply for lateral entry eligibility; check annauniv.edu for the current notification.
Admission Process
- Register for TNEA 2026 at tneaonline.org with your diploma marks and documents.
- Monitor the TNLEA lateral entry schedule at tnlea.com. Obtain your rank from the TNEA rank list published in June 2026.
- Participate in TNLEA lateral entry counselling (expected July to August 2026). Select Info IIE Coimbatore and the desired programme during choice filling.
- After seat allotment, pay the first-year fee (INR 55,000) and report to IIE with all original documents for enrollment.
✓ Opt for this if
- Diploma holders in ECE seeking Anna University B.E. credential
- Coimbatore/TN students wanting affordable lateral ECE degree
- Career goal: embedded systems or telecom engineer in South India
- Students targeting M.E. (Communication/VLSI) after B.E. ECE
- Those needing Anna University B.E. for TN electronics sector roles
✗ Skip if
- Students who qualify for NIT/IIIT ECE lateral via TANCET merit
- Those seeking tier-1 semiconductor firm placements outside Tamil Nadu
- Diploma holders targeting premium autonomous colleges in Tamil Nadu
- Students without Electronics/ECE Diploma background
- Aspirants needing top-ranked college brand for national recruiter access
Info Institute of Engineering (IIE), Coimbatore BE ECE (Lateral) Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Tamil Nadu Government Scholarship (BC/MBC/SC/ST) | Full to partial fee cover | Community certificate required; apply via Tamil Nadu scholarship portal after joining; government quota students may receive fee reimbursement |
| 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 3 years) | Female students; family income below INR 8 lakh; apply via AICTE portal in October; limited seats per institution |
| IIE Institutional Scholarship | As per college norms | Merit-based scholarship for lateral entry students; contact IIE admissions office for current eligibility criteria |
- TN BC/MBC/SC/ST fee reimbursement via government quota available.
- NSP: family income below INR 8 lakh; apply in October.
- AICTE Pragati (girls): income below INR 8 lakh; apply October.
- Confirm scholarship details at iie.ac.in or the IIE admissions office.
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