The Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) Lateral Entry in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science at Siddhant College of Engineering (SCOE), Sudumbare, Pune, Maharashtra is a 3-year full-time undergraduate engineering programme for diploma holders, with direct admission to the Second Year of B.E. SCOE is approved by AICTE, affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), and accredited by NAAC with Grade B. The programme covers machine learning, deep learning, data analytics, natural language processing, big data, and AI application development. Admission is through the DTE Maharashtra Direct Second Year (DSY) B.E. CAP on cetcell.mahacet.org, based on diploma merit.
B.E. Lateral Entry 2026-27 admissions at SCOE are conducted through the DTE Maharashtra DSY B.E. CAP. Registration, document verification, and option-entry rounds are expected in July to September 2026. Monitor cetcell.mahacet.org for the official DSY schedule.
Key Points
- Programme: B.E. Lateral Entry in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, 3 Years (Direct 2nd Year), Full Time
- Total Fees: ₹1,75,500 (3 Years, FRA-approved AY 2025-26)
- Affiliation: Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) | Accreditation: NAAC Grade B
- Eligibility: Diploma in Engineering (Polytechnic) with minimum 45 percent
- Admission: DTE Maharashtra DSY B.E. CAP based on diploma percentage
- Located at Sudumbre, Chakan-Talegaon Road, Pune 412 109; established 2005
SCOE Sudumbare B.E. Lateral (AI & DS) Fees
B.E. Lateral (AI & DS) Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee (3 Years) | ₹1,56,141 |
| Development Fee (3 Years) | ₹19,359 |
| Total Fees (3 Years) | ₹1,75,500 |
- Fee as per FRA-approved fee structure for AY 2025-26 at Siddhant College of Engineering, Sudumbare (DTE Code: 6149). Annual fee is ₹58,500 (Tuition ₹52,047 + Development ₹6,453). B.E. Lateral Entry is a 3-year programme (direct admission to Second Year); total fee is for 3 academic years.
- SC/ST/NT/SBC/TFWS category students pay only the Development Fee (₹6,453/year) as per Maharashtra government norms; apply for scholarship/freeship through MahaDBT portal after admission.
SCOE Sudumbare B.E. Lateral (AI & DS) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| DTE Maharashtra DSY B.E. CAP Notification | June 2026 (Tentative) |
| DSY CAP Registration and Document Verification | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Option Entry (Choice Filling) on cetcell.mahacet.org | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| DSY CAP Round 1 Allotment | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| DSY CAP Round 2 Allotment | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Institute Level Admission | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Classes Commence (Second Year B.E.) | September 2026 (Tentative) |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| MHT CET 2026 (Reference for DSY merit) | Feb 24, 2026 | PCM - April 11 to 19, 2026 | Jun 16, 2026 (Tentative) |
| DSY B.E. CAP (Based on Diploma %) | July 2026 (Tentative) | No separate exam; merit-based | Allotment August 2026 |
- B.E. Lateral Entry admission at SCOE is through the DTE Maharashtra DSY B.E. CAP. Diploma holders register at cetcell.mahacet.org, upload diploma marksheets and certificates, complete document verification, fill options, and receive allotment based on diploma aggregate percentage.
- After allotment, report to SCOE Sudumbare with original certificates: diploma marksheets (all semesters), transfer certificate, domicile certificate, caste/category certificate (if applicable), and DSY allotment letter.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed a 3-year Diploma in Engineering or Technology from a recognized polytechnic (MSBTE or equivalent) in the relevant discipline, with a minimum aggregate of 45 percent marks (40 percent for reserved category candidates).
- Alternatively, passed B.Sc. degree with Mathematics as a subject from a recognized university, with a minimum of 45 percent aggregate, eligible for lateral entry into the relevant B.E. branch.
- Domicile in Maharashtra for Maharashtra State quota seats. Candidates must satisfy DTE Maharashtra 2026 DSY B.E. CAP eligibility norms available on cetcell.mahacet.org.
Admission Process
- Obtain the diploma/B.Sc. result and check eligibility as per DTE Maharashtra DSY B.E. CAP 2026 norms on cetcell.mahacet.org (notification expected June 2026).
- Register for DSY B.E. CAP on cetcell.mahacet.org (July 2026, Tentative); upload all diploma semester marksheets, domicile certificate, and caste certificate (if applicable).
- Complete online document verification and fill options; include SCOE Sudumbare and B.E. Lateral Entry in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science among preferences.
- Receive DSY CAP allotment letter (August 2026, Tentative); report to SCOE Sudumbare with original documents for seat acceptance.
- Pay first-year fee (₹58,500) and submit documents to confirm admission to Second Year B.E.
SCOE Sudumbare B.E. Lateral (AI & DS) Scholarships 2026
B.E. Lateral (AI & DS) Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Government of Maharashtra Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/NT/SBC) | Full tuition fee reimbursement + maintenance | Applicable categories; apply via mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in after admission |
| OBC Non-Creamy Layer Post-Matric Scholarship | Tuition fee up to ₹1,00,000 + maintenance | OBC (NCL) students; family income below ₹8 lakh; apply via MahaDBT |
| EBC/EWS Freeship (Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Yojana) | Course fee reimbursement | EBC/EWS students; family income below ₹8 lakh; admitted through DTE CAP |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship (for Girls) | ₹50,000/year + contingency ₹20,000/year | Girl students; family income below ₹8 lakh; apply via AICTE scholarship portal |
| DTE Maharashtra TFWS | Full tuition fee waiver | 5 percent of DSY intake; family income below ₹8 lakh |
- Maharashtra government scholarships (SC/ST/NT/OBC/EBC/EWS) are disbursed through the MahaDBT portal (mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in); apply within the notified deadline with attested income and caste certificates.
- AICTE Pragati Scholarship of ₹50,000 per year is for women engineering students with family income below ₹8 lakh; apply through the AICTE scholarship portal after admission confirmation.
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