MCKVIE Howrah B.Tech Lateral IT Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Admission Fee (one-time)	INR 3,000
Library Fee (one-time)	INR 4,000
Student Activity Fee (one-time)	INR 3,000
3rd Semester Fee	INR 57,000
Caution Deposit (refundable)	INR 5,000
4th Semester Fee	INR 56,000
5th Semester Fee	INR 58,000
6th Semester Fee	INR 57,000
7th Semester Fee	INR 59,000
8th Semester Fee	INR 58,000
Total Fees (3 Years, Hostel charges separate)	INR 3,60,000

Fees include refundable caution deposit of INR 5,000 after 8th Semester.

University Registration, exam fees, and Uniform costs are borne separately.

Hostel: optional. Caution deposit INR 10,000 refundable plus seat rent.

Confirm current fees at mckvie.edu.in/fees-structure/ before joining.

MCKVIE Howrah B.Tech Lateral IT Admission 2026

Event	Date
WB JELET 2026 Exam	June 13, 2026
WB JELET 2026 Registration	March 2026 (Tentative)
WB JELET 2026 Registration Last Date	April 2026
MCKVIE Lateral Admission Counselling	July to August 2026 (Tentative)
WB JELET 2026 Result	Early July (Tentative)
Classes Commence	August 2026 (Tentative)

Apply for WB JELET 2026 at the WBJEEB portal wbjeeb.in.

Diploma and B.Sc. holders are eligible per MAKAUT lateral entry norms.

Seats at MCKVIE are allotted via WBJEEB counselling after JELET result.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold a three-year Diploma in Information Technology or a related engineering discipline from a recognised State Board of Technical Education with a minimum aggregate of 45 percent (40 percent for SC/ST/OBC-A/OBC-B).

Alternatively, B.Sc. graduates with Mathematics at Class XII level may apply as per MAKAUT lateral entry norms, subject to availability after Diploma holders’ seats are filled.

Admission is through WB JELET (West Bengal Joint Entrance for Lateral Entry). Candidates are allotted seats through WBJEEB centralised counselling based on JELET rank.

Direct entry is to the third semester (second year) of the B.Tech programme at MCKVIE.

Admission Process

Register and appear for WB JELET 2026 through the WBJEEB portal at wbjeeb.in. Download the admit card, appear for the exam, and check your rank.

After JELET result, participate in WBJEEB centralised online counselling. Fill in MCKVIE Howrah as a preferred college and select the relevant branch.

Upon seat allotment, report to MCKVIE with original mark sheets, Diploma certificate, JELET rank card, allotment letter, and required documents.

Complete document verification and pay the semester fee and one-time charges at MCKVIE’s accounts office.

Attend the orientation programme and commence classes at the third semester of the B.Tech programme.

✓ Opt for this if

Diploma IT holders in Howrah/Kolkata seeking B.Tech upgrade
JELET candidates wanting NAAC A college near Howrah
Low fees vs private engineering colleges in WB
IT career aspirants in eastern India job market

✗ Skip if

Students needing premium brand for product company IT roles
Diploma holders outside WB planning to work pan-India
Candidates wanting CTC above MCKVIE 5.2 LPA average
Students seeking full 4-year B.Tech with foundational year

MCKVIE Howrah B.Tech Lateral IT Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means (WB Govt)	As per government norms	75% or above in qualifying exam. Apply via WB scholarship portal.
Post-Matric Scholarship (Central Govt)	As per government norms	SC/ST/OBC/EBC students. Apply at scholarships.gov.in.
Kanyashree (WB Govt)	As per government norms	Female students. Apply via WB Kanyashree portal.
National Scholarship Portal (NSP)	As per government norms	Minority and eligible categories. Apply at scholarships.gov.in.
Merit Scholarship (WB Govt)	As per government norms	Outstanding merit. Confirm details at mckvie.edu.in.

Confirm eligibility at the MCKVIE admissions office.

WB government scholarships: apply via WB scholarship portal.

SC/ST/OBC students apply at scholarships.gov.in.

MCKVIE Howrah B.Tech Lateral IT FAQs

Ques. What are the total fees for B.Tech Lateral IT at MCKVIE Howrah?

Ans. The total fees for B.Tech Lateral Entry IT at MCKVIE Howrah for the three-year programme are INR 3,60,000 as per the 2026-27 fee schedule. This figure includes a refundable caution deposit of INR 5,000. University Registration, Examination fees, and Uniform costs are borne separately. Hostel charges are optional and additional.

Ques. What is the eligibility for B.Tech Lateral IT at MCKVIE Howrah?

Ans. To apply for B.Tech Lateral Entry IT at MCKVIE Howrah, candidates must hold a Diploma in Information Technology or a related discipline with a minimum of 45 percent aggregate (40 percent for reserved categories). Admission is through WB JELET and WBJEEB centralised counselling.

Ques. What is WB JELET and how does it apply to lateral entry at MCKVIE?

Ans. WB JELET is the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination for Lateral Entry to B.Tech, conducted by WBJEEB for Diploma holders seeking direct admission to the second year. Candidates shortlisted by JELET rank participate in centralised WBJEEB counselling where they choose MCKVIE Howrah and their preferred branch. JELET 2026 exam is expected around June 13, 2026.

Ques. What are the placement opportunities after B.Tech Lateral IT from MCKVIE?

Ans. B.Tech Lateral IT graduates from MCKVIE Howrah are eligible for the college’s campus placement programme. MCKVIE’s 2024 placement drive recorded a 92 percent placement rate with 380 of 414 students placed, an average CTC of 5.2 LPA, and a highest CTC of 66 LPA. Top recruiters hire IT graduates for roles in IT infrastructure, network engineering, software services, and cybersecurity.

Ques. Is MCKVIE Howrah accredited for B.Tech Lateral IT?

Ans. Yes, MCKV Institute of Engineering is NAAC Grade A accredited and holds NBA programme-level accreditation for its engineering programmes. MCKVIE features in the NIRF 2024 Engineering band 201-250. The B.Tech programme, including the lateral entry route, is AICTE-approved and affiliated to MAKAUT, ensuring a nationally recognised degree.

MCKVIE B.Tech {Lateral} Information Technology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

MCKVIE Howrah B.Tech Lateral IT Fees 2026

MCKVIE Howrah B.Tech Lateral IT Admission 2026

Eligibility Criteria

Admission Process

MCKVIE Howrah B.Tech Lateral IT Scholarships 2026

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