Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Technology Bangalore Bachelor of Engineering [BE] {Lateral} IOT & Cyber Security with Blockchain: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for the 3-year BE Lateral Entry IOT and Cyber Security Including Blockchain programme at RGIT Bangalore is INR 4,00,000 covering tuition for the full lateral duration. Hostel and boarding charges are paid separately. Fees are subject to revision per VTU or government directives each academic year. Students may explore education loan options from nationalised or scheduled commercial banks to support their studies at RGIT during the programme.

Ans. Students who have completed a 3-year Diploma in Engineering from a recognised polytechnic in a relevant branch such as Computer Science, Electronics, or Information Technology are eligible. A minimum of 45% aggregate in the qualifying Diploma is required, with a relaxation to 40% for SC/ST/OBC candidates from Karnataka. A valid DCET score is required for government-quota lateral seats. COMEDK and management quota seats are open to applicants from all states across India.

Ans. The BE Lateral IOT and Cyber Security Including Blockchain programme at RGIT starts from the 2nd year under VTU. Subjects covered include Internet of Things Architectures, Embedded Systems, Network Security, Cryptography and Information Security, Ethical Hacking, Cyber Forensics, Blockchain Technologies, and Cloud Security. Lab components and a final-year project in cybersecurity or IoT application areas are also part of the programme, providing hands-on exposure to real-world security challenges.

Ans. Graduates of BE Lateral IOT and Cyber Security Including Blockchain from RGIT can pursue careers as Cybersecurity Analysts, IoT Systems Engineers, Network Security Engineers, Blockchain Developers, and Ethical Hackers. Hiring sectors include IT services, banking and fintech, healthcare data security, smart city infrastructure projects, and government cybersecurity agencies. Higher education options include M.Tech in Cybersecurity or Data Science through GATE and Karnataka PGCET for further specialisation.

Ans. Yes, students from outside Karnataka can apply for BE Lateral IOT and Cyber Security at RGIT through COMEDK UGET lateral entry counselling or through RGIT’s management-quota seats. Karnataka domicile is required only for DCET government-quota lateral seats, which are filled through KEA centralised counselling. COMEDK-quota and management-quota lateral seats are open to Diploma holders from any state in India, making the programme accessible to applicants nationwide.