Shanti Niketan Group of Institution Meerut B.Tech {Lateral} Civil Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fees for the 3-year B.Tech Lateral Entry Civil Engineering programme at SNGI Meerut are INR 1,83,600. This amount covers the entire programme from the second year through the final year. Eligible students from reserved categories and economically weaker sections can apply for state and central government scholarships to partially offset the total cost.

Ans. Diploma holders must clear JEECUP (Joint Entrance Examination Council Uttar Pradesh) in the civil engineering lateral entry category to be eligible for UPTAC counselling. B.Sc graduates with Mathematics may apply on merit basis without appearing in JEECUP. Final seat allotment for all candidates is done through the UPTAC counselling process based on JEECUP rank or merit score.

Ans. Candidates must have a 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognised state board with a minimum 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories). B.Sc graduates with Mathematics and at least 45% marks are also eligible for lateral entry. Admission is directly to the second year of the B.Tech programme, saving one full year of study compared to the regular 4-year route.

Ans. Yes, SNGI Meerut is affiliated to Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow, and is AICTE approved. The B.Tech degree conferred on lateral entry graduates is an AKTU-recognised degree, accepted across India for employment in government and private sector roles and eligible for M.Tech admission at AKTU-affiliated and other technical institutions.

Ans. The academic session for B.Tech Lateral Entry Civil Engineering 2026 at SNGI Meerut is expected to begin in September 2026, after the completion of all UPTAC seat allotment rounds and physical document verification at the institute. Candidates should check the official UPTAC portal regularly for the exact session commencement schedule and any updates from the university.