Megha Institute of Engineering and Technology for Women Ghatkesar B.Tech {Lateral} Artificial Intelligence and Data Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. TG ECET 2026 is the primary route for admission to B.Tech Lateral (AI and Data Science) at MIETW, with seats allotted through TGCHE Engineering Counselling. Phase 2 Counselling began on July 4, 2026. Candidates must register on the TGCHE portal and submit web options to participate. Management-quota seats are also available at MIETW for candidates who do not secure a seat through TGCHE counselling.

Ans. Diploma holders in Computer Science and Engineering, Information Technology, Electronics and Communication Engineering, or a closely related stream from SBTET Telangana or an equivalent board with at least 60% aggregate marks are eligible. B.Sc graduates with Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry as core subjects with at least 60% aggregate from a recognised university are also eligible to apply through TG ECET 2026 for lateral entry to B.Tech AI and Data Science at MIETW.

Ans. The total course fee for the 3-year B.Tech Lateral (Artificial Intelligence and Data Science) programme at MIETW is INR 1,86,000. This covers the full 3-year tuition. Hostel charges are billed separately. Telangana domicile students from SC, ST, BC, EBC, or Minority communities can apply for the Telangana ePass scholarship to offset tuition costs. The Merit-cum-Means Scholarship offers up to INR 30,000 per year for eligible Minority community students.

Ans. Graduates of B.Tech Lateral (AI and Data Science) from MIETW, a JNTUH-affiliated institution, are well positioned for careers in data analytics, business intelligence, machine learning, and software engineering. Key employment sectors include IT services, fintech, e-commerce, and health-tech companies in Hyderabad and across India. Graduates may also pursue M.Tech in Data Science or related fields through GATE, or appear for TSPSC technical examinations in Telangana.

Ans. After TG ECET Phase 2 seat allotment, candidates must report to MIETW with the following: all semester-wise diploma mark sheets, TG ECET 2026 rank card and hall ticket, provisional seat allotment order, transfer certificate from the previous institution, community certificate for reserved categories, Aadhar card, and passport-size photographs. Original documents must be submitted for verification. Fee payment must be completed within the reporting deadline to confirm the B.Tech Lateral seat.

Ans. Yes, B.Sc graduates with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects from a recognised university with a minimum aggregate of 60% marks are eligible to appear in TG ECET 2026 and seek lateral entry to B.Tech (AI and Data Science) at MIETW. They enter directly into the second year of the B.Tech programme and complete the remaining 3 years. This pathway is particularly useful for science graduates seeking a professional engineering degree in an emerging technology field.