BE Computer Science and Engineering (Lateral Entry) at Methodist College of Engineering and Technology (MCET), Hyderabad is a 3-year lateral entry programme (direct 2nd-year entry) affiliated with Osmania University and approved by AICTE. It covers software development, data structures and algorithms, operating systems, computer networks, database management, and software engineering. MCET, established in 2008, holds NAAC A+ accreditation and NBA accreditation for all eligible programmes, and has been granted autonomous status from 2021-22. The college is located on a 5-acre campus at King Koti Road, Abids, Hyderabad. Admission is through TG ECET 2026 (government quota) or management quota. Graduates qualify for roles including software developer, systems analyst, database administrator, network engineer, web developer, and DevOps engineer.
📋 Admission Status: TS EAPCET 2026 held May 4-11, 2026; results declared May 17, 2026. TG ECET 2026 held May 15, 2026; Osmania University counselling for lateral entry expected June-July 2026. Check ecet.tgche.ac.in for seat allotment.
Key Points
- Programme: BE Computer Science and Engineering (Lateral Entry), 3 Years Lateral Entry, Full Time, Osmania University
- Total Fees: INR 2,34,000 for 3 Years (INR 78,000 per year; Hostel charges separate)
- Admission: TG ECET 2026 (government quota); management quota direct application
- Accreditation: NAAC A+ grade; NBA accredited; AICTE approved; Osmania University affiliated
- Location: King Koti Road, Abids, Hyderabad, Telangana 500001
Methodist College of Engineering and Technology, Hyderabad BE CSE (Lateral) Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Annual Fee (per year) | INR 78,000 |
| Total Fees (3 Years Lateral, Hostel charges separate) | INR 2,34,000 |
- INR 78,000/year (3-year lateral); official tuition fee.
- Total: INR 2,34,000 for 3 years; other charges as applicable.
- Hostel separate; confirm 2026-27 fee at methodist.edu.in.
Methodist College of Engineering and Technology, Hyderabad BE CSE (Lateral) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| TG ECET 2026 Registration | February 9 - April 18, 2026; late fee till May 12, 2026; apply at ecet.tgche.ac.in |
| TG ECET 2026 Hall Ticket | May 9, 2026; download from ecet.tgche.ac.in |
| TG ECET 2026 Exam | May 15, 2026; computer-based test |
| TG ECET 2026 Results | June 2026 (expected); check ecet.tgche.ac.in |
| Counselling and Seat Allotment | June-July 2026 (expected); check tgchet.ac.in and methodist.edu.in |
| Commencement of Classes | August 2026 (expected); confirm at methodist.edu.in |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| TG ECET 2026 | Feb 9 - Apr 18, 2026 | Diploma (Computer Science ) paper; CBT mode | June 2026 (expected) |
- Diploma holders or B.Sc. Maths graduates eligible for lateral entry.
- Government quota through TG ECET; management quota direct to MCET.
- TG ECET counselling by Telangana State Council of Higher Education.
- Carry diploma marksheets, TC, community certificate, and photos.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Diploma in Computer Science / IT / ECE Diploma (or equivalent) from a recognised board with a minimum of 45 percent aggregate (40 percent for reserved categories), OR B.Sc. Mathematics graduates with 45 percent, admitted directly to the 2nd year of BE.
- TG ECET is required for government quota seats; management quota applicants may apply directly to Methodist College of Engineering and Technology, Hyderabad.
- Candidates must have Mathematics as a subject in the Diploma or B.Sc. programme.
Admission Process
- Register for TG ECET at ecet.tgche.ac.in during the registration window and appear for the paper in Computer Science subjects.
- Download the TG ECET hall ticket from ecet.tgche.ac.in from May 9, 2026 and appear for the computer-based exam on May 15, 2026.
- Check TG ECET results at ecet.tgche.ac.in and note rank for counselling.
- During Telangana lateral entry counselling, select Methodist College of Engineering and Technology, Hyderabad (MCET); verify at methodist.edu.in.
- After seat allotment, report to MCET with original documents and pay the first semester fee to confirm admission.
- Management quota applicants contact MCET admissions directly at methodist.edu.in or by calling 040-2475-3445.
✓ Opt for this if
- Diploma holders from Telangana seeking Osmania University BE
- Students prioritising low fees in Hyderabad city centre
- Seeking NAAC A+ and NBA accredited BE in Hyderabad
- Targeting Hyderabad IT or manufacturing job market
✗ Skip if
- Needing top JNTUH-ranked college for core engineering
- Targeting pan-India placements above INR 15 LPA
- Preferring large campus over city-centre 5-acre setting
- Seeking specialised AI/ML focused programme
Methodist College of Engineering and Technology, Hyderabad BE CSE (Lateral) Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Telangana SC/ST Scholarship (Fee Reimbursement) | Full tuition fee reimbursement | SC/ST students with Telangana domicile; apply at scholarships.telangana.gov.in after joining |
| Telangana BC/EBC Scholarship | As per government norms | BC/EBC/Minorities students; apply via Telangana state scholarship portal after joining |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | As per government norms | Merit-based; family income below INR 8 lakh; apply via NSP in September-October |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship (Girls) | INR 50,000 per year (up to 2 years) | Female students; family income below INR 8 lakh; apply via AICTE portal in October |
- SC/ST fee reimbursement: apply at scholarships.telangana.gov.in.
- BC/EBC: apply via Telangana scholarship portal after joining.
- NSP Central Sector: family income below INR 8 lakh; apply October.
- AICTE Pragati (girls): income below INR 8 lakh; apply October.
- Confirm scholarship details at methodist.edu.in before applying.
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