JPNCE B.Tech Lateral AI and ML Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition and Other Charges (3 Years)	INR 1,95,000
Total Fees	INR 1,95,000

Total 3-year fees uniform across all B.Tech Lateral Entry specialisations at JPNCE as per 2025-26 data.

Fee may be revised for the 2026-27 session.

Confirm the latest fee structure with the JPNCE admissions office before enrolling.

JPNCE B.Tech Lateral AI and ML Admission 2026

Event	Date
TG ECET 2026 Exam Held	May 22-23, 2026
TG ECET 2026 Result Declared	June 5, 2026
TG ECET Phase 2 Counselling Registration	July 17, 2026
Physical Reporting at Colleges	July 25-28, 2026
Academic Session Begins	August 2026 (Tentative)

TG ECET 2026 is for Diploma and B.Sc holders seeking lateral entry into 2nd year B.Tech.

Counselling fee is INR 1,200 for OC and BC candidates and INR 600 for SC and ST candidates.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Passed a 3-year Diploma in Engineering or Technology, or a B.Sc degree with Mathematics, from a recognised institution with a minimum 45% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST).

A valid TG ECET 2026 rank is mandatory for admission to the lateral entry B.Tech programme in Telangana.

Direct admission to the 2nd year of B.Tech. No need to complete the 1st year again.

Admission Process

Appear in TG ECET 2026, held on May 22-23, 2026, and download the rank card from the official TG ECET portal using registration number and hall ticket number.

Register for TG ECET 2026 Phase 2 counselling from July 17, 2026 on the Telangana lateral entry engineering counselling portal and pay the required processing fee online.

Attend certificate verification at the designated help centre with Diploma or B.Sc mark sheets, TG ECET 2026 rank card, and category certificate if applicable.

Enter web options online by selecting JPNCE and the preferred branch in order of preference within the allotted web option window.

Accept the allotted seat, complete fee payment, and report at JPNCE, Mahabubnagar within the self-reporting window of July 25-28, 2026.

✓ Opt for this if

You hold a Diploma in Engineering and want a JNTUH B.Tech at INR 1.95 Lakhs over 3 years.
You are from Mahabubnagar district and prefer a local college to reduce living costs.
You qualify for Telangana fee reimbursement as an SC, ST, or BC category student.
You want to earn a JNTUH B.Tech in AI and ML without repeating the 1st year.
You plan to start working in data science or AI roles soon after the 3-year programme.

✗ Skip if

You need strong campus placements with verified AI or data science salary data.
You want dedicated GPU computing labs or AI research infrastructure at campus.
You prefer a Hyderabad campus for tech startup and industry network access.
You are targeting product-based AI firms that prefer premier institute credentials.
You need industry-sponsored AI project partnerships during the lateral B.Tech programme.

JPNCE B.Tech Lateral AI and ML Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility / Schedule
Telangana Government Post-Matric Scholarship	Up to full fee reimbursement	SC, ST, BC, or EBC students domiciled in Telangana with family income below prescribed limits. Apply via epass.telangana.gov.in.
NSP Central Sector Scholarship	Varies	Top 20 percentile in qualifying examination with family income criteria. Apply via nationalscholarship.gov.in.
JPNCE Merit-cum-Means Scholarship	Partial fee waiver	Minimum 60% in Diploma or B.Sc. Contact the JPNCE admissions office for quantum and procedure.

Telangana Post-Matric Scholarship covers full tuition for eligible students with annual family income below INR 2 Lakh.

NSP scholarships are transferred directly to the student’s Aadhaar-linked bank account.

JPNCE B.Tech Lateral AI and ML FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for B.Tech Lateral Entry AI and ML at JPNCE Mahabubnagar?

Ans. The total fee for B.Tech Lateral Entry in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning at JPNCE is INR 1,95,000 for the 3-year programme. This is a uniform fee shared across all lateral entry B.Tech specialisations at JPNCE as per 2025-26 data. Students should confirm the 2026-27 fee with the admissions office before enrolling.

Ques. Who can apply for B.Tech Lateral AI and ML at JPNCE through TG ECET 2026?

Ans. Diploma holders in Engineering or Technology and B.Sc graduates with Mathematics from a recognised institution are eligible for lateral entry B.Tech admission through TG ECET 2026. Candidates must have scored at least 45% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST) in their qualifying programme. A valid TG ECET 2026 rank is mandatory for Telangana state counselling.

Ques. When does TG ECET Phase 2 counselling registration start for lateral B.Tech 2026?

Ans. TG ECET 2026 Phase 2 counselling registration is scheduled to begin on July 17, 2026. Candidates must pay INR 1,200 (OC and BC) or INR 600 (SC and ST), complete certificate verification, and enter web options on the official counselling portal. Physical reporting at JPNCE is expected from July 25 to 28, 2026.

Ques. What career options are available after B.Tech Lateral AI and ML from JPNCE?

Ans. Graduates of the 3-year B.Tech Lateral AI and ML from JPNCE can pursue entry-level roles in data science, machine learning support, and software development. A JNTUH lateral B.Tech degree is valid for GATE Computer Science and government IT sector roles. Students can also pursue M.Tech in AI or Data Science at NITs and central universities for higher specialisation.

Ques. How is B.Tech Lateral AI and ML different from the 4-year B.Tech AI and ML at JPNCE?

Ans. B.Tech Lateral AI and ML is a 3-year programme for Diploma and B.Sc holders who join directly in 2nd year, while the regular 4-year B.Tech AI and ML is for Class 12 graduates. The lateral programme costs INR 1,95,000 compared to INR 2,62,000 for the 4-year course. Both are JNTUH-affiliated and lead to the same B.Tech degree.

Ques. What scholarships are available for B.Tech Lateral AI and ML students at JPNCE?

Ans. Eligible SC, ST, BC, and EBC students from Telangana can apply for the Telangana Government Post-Matric Scholarship, which covers full tuition for students with annual family income below INR 2 Lakh. The JPNCE Merit-cum-Means Scholarship offers a partial fee waiver for students with at least 60% in their Diploma or B.Sc. NSP scholarships via nationalscholarship.gov.in are also available.

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