Component

Amount (INR)

Programme Fee (3 Years)

INR 1,50,000

Total Fees

INR 1,50,000

KCNIT Banda B.Tech Lateral Civil Admission 2026

Event	Date
JEECUP 2026 Exam	May 15 to May 22, 2026
JEECUP 2026 Result	May 30, 2026
UPTAC Lateral Registration Deadline	June 30, 2026
UPTAC Lateral Choice Fill	July 4 to July 7, 2026
UPTAC Lateral Round 1 Allotment	July 9, 2026
Academic Session Begins	As per AKTU academic calendar

Admission is through JEECUP merit via UPTAC lateral counselling.

Diploma holders with at least 50% in a relevant branch may apply.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Passed a 3-year engineering Diploma in Civil Engineering or a related branch such as Construction Technology from a recognised polytechnic, with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks (45% for reserved categories).

A valid JEECUP 2026 score is required. Seat allotment is through UPTAC lateral counselling on uptac.samarth.edu.in based on JEECUP merit.

Candidates must complete UPTAC Lateral registration and fill institute choices during the prescribed window to receive seat allotment for the 2026-27 session.

Admission Process

Appeared for JEECUP 2026 (held May 15 to 22, 2026) and obtained the result on May 30, 2026.

Registered on the UPTAC portal (uptac.samarth.edu.in) before the lateral registration deadline of June 30, 2026.

Fill branch and institute preferences on the UPTAC portal during the choice fill window of July 4 to 7, 2026.

Accept the allotted seat after Round 1 allotment on July 9, 2026, pay the seat acceptance fee, and report to KCNIT Banda with original Diploma marksheets and documents on the designated date.

✓ Opt for this if

You hold a Civil diploma and want a B.Tech degree in Uttar Pradesh.
You want a low-fee 3-year lateral Civil Engineering programme.
You are open to construction and infrastructure sector employment.
You prefer the JEECUP route without JEE Main for B.Tech entry.

✗ Skip if

You target a ranked engineering college for Civil careers.
You need verified placement data for Civil Engineering graduates.
You prefer a college near major infrastructure or NHAI project zones.
You want active construction industry tie-ups at the campus.

KCNIT Banda B.Tech Lateral Civil Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
NSP Post-Matric Scholarship	Tuition fee reimbursement	SC/ST/OBC/Minority students below income threshold
UP Government Fee Reimbursement	As per state norms	UP domicile students with valid income certificate
AKTU Merit Scholarship	As per AKTU norms	Top AKTU rank holders as per current AKTU norms
Education Loan	As per bank policy	All eligible students from nationalised banks

Apply for UP state scholarships via the state portal annually.

Submit all scholarship documents before the state portal deadline.

KCNIT Banda B.Tech Lateral Civil FAQs

Ques. What is the fee for B.Tech Lateral Civil at KCNIT Banda?

Ans. The total fee for the three-year B.Tech Lateral Entry in Civil Engineering at KCNIT Banda is INR 1,50,000, covering all three years of the programme. Hostel charges of INR 45,000 per year are optional and not included in this total.

Ques. Which Diplomas are eligible for B.Tech Lateral Civil at KCNIT Banda?

Ans. Candidates who have completed a 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering or Construction Technology from a recognised polytechnic with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved categories) and a valid JEECUP 2026 score are eligible for B.Tech Lateral Civil at KCNIT Banda.

Ques. When was the JEECUP 2026 exam held for lateral B.Tech entry?

Ans. JEECUP 2026 was held from May 15 to May 22, 2026, and the result was declared on May 30, 2026. Candidates who appeared in JEECUP 2026 and secured a rank in Group B (for Diploma holders) were eligible to register for UPTAC lateral counselling for admission to the 2026-27 academic session.

Ques. What subjects are covered in B.Tech Lateral Civil at KCNIT Banda?

Ans. The B.Tech Lateral Civil programme at KCNIT Banda covers structural analysis and design, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, water supply and sanitation, fluid mechanics, surveying, construction management, and reinforced concrete design as part of the AKTU curriculum. The final year includes a project and a seminar aligned with current civil engineering practice.

Ques. What are the job roles after B.Tech Lateral Civil from KCNIT Banda?

Ans. Graduates of B.Tech Lateral Civil from KCNIT Banda can work in construction project management, site supervision, structural design, government public works departments, real estate development, and infrastructure consultancy. Many graduates also appear for GATE to pursue M.Tech in Structural Engineering or apply for government positions in state PWD and central agencies like CPWD and NHAI.

Ques. Can I appear for GATE after completing B.Tech Lateral Civil from KCNIT Banda?

Ans. Yes, graduates of B.Tech Lateral Entry in Civil Engineering from KCNIT Banda are eligible to appear for GATE in Civil Engineering. A valid GATE score opens routes to M.Tech programmes at AKTU-affiliated institutions, NITs, and other technical universities. GATE scores are also accepted for recruitment by public sector undertakings including BHEL, NTPC, and state infrastructure agencies.

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KCNIT Banda B.Tech Lateral Civil Scholarships 2026

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