Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Technology Bangalore BE {Lateral} Computer Science & Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for the 3-year BE Lateral Computer Science and Engineering programme at RGIT Bangalore is INR 4,00,000, covering Semesters 3 to 8. This covers tuition charges across all three years of the lateral programme. Hostel accommodation is available at additional charges not included in this total. Fees may be revised as per VTU or Karnataka government directives for the academic year.

Ans. DCET (Diploma Common Entrance Test) is the Karnataka state-level exam conducted by KEA for lateral entry into the 2nd year of BE programmes. Computer Science or IT Diploma holders who qualify DCET receive a rank used in centralised counselling to allot government-quota lateral seats at VTU colleges. RGIT Bangalore participates in this KEA counselling process. The DCET 2026 exam was held on 23 May 2026 and results were declared in June 2026.

Ans. Candidates must hold a 3-year Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a relevant branch from a recognised polytechnic, with at least 45% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC Karnataka candidates). A valid Karnataka DCET score is required for government-quota lateral seats. Karnataka domicile is mandatory for DCET government quota. Management-quota lateral seats are open to all-India Diploma holders who meet the academic eligibility.

Ans. The BE Lateral CSE programme at RGIT is a 3-year full-time programme. Diploma holders enter directly into the 2nd year, completing Semesters 3 to 8 of the VTU curriculum. The programme covers core computing topics including data structures, operating systems, databases, software engineering, and advanced electives. It leads to a Bachelor of Engineering degree from Visvesvaraya Technological University, equivalent to the degree awarded to regular 4-year students.

Ans. Yes. SC/ST students domiciled in Karnataka are eligible for full tuition fee reimbursement under the Karnataka state government scheme. OBC students with a competitive DCET merit rank may apply for the Vishwakarma Merit Scholarship as notified by the government. Wards of ex-servicemen scoring 60%+ marks can apply under the PM-USP scheme via the National Scholarship Portal. All applications must be submitted before the notified scholarship deadline each academic year to ensure timely disbursement.