The BE Biotechnology (Lateral) at Sir M. Visvesvaraya Institute of Technology (Sir MVIT), Bangalore, is a three-year full-time lateral entry programme for diploma holders, affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belgaum, and approved by AICTE. Students enter directly into the second year of the BE programme and complete six semesters covering microbiology, genetics, bioprocess engineering, biochemistry, bioinformatics, environmental biotechnology, and pharmaceutical biotechnology, culminating in a final-year project. Sir MVIT ranks 267 in Collegedunia’s 2026 India Engineering Colleges list.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions to the BE Biotechnology (Lateral) at Sir MVIT Bangalore for 2026-27 are through Karnataka DCET lateral entry counselling and management quota; apply at sirmvit.edu.
Key Points
- Sir MVIT BE Biotechnology (Lateral) is a VTU-affiliated, AICTE-approved three-year lateral entry programme for Diploma holders entering the second year.
- Covers microbiology and allied engineering disciplines across six semesters with a capstone project.
- Management quota fees: INR 7,50,000 for the three-year programme; DCET-quota fees are Karnataka government-regulated.
- Admission through Karnataka DCET lateral entry counselling (KEA) or management quota; requires a Diploma in Biotechnology Engineering or an allied branch.
- Graduates can pursue careers as biotechnology engineer, bioprocess engineer, quality control analyst, and related engineering roles.
Sir MVIT Bangalore BE Biotechnology (Lateral) Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee (per year, Management Quota) | INR 2,50,000 |
| Total Fees (3 Years, Management Quota) | INR 7,50,000 |
- Management quota annual fee per official Sir MVIT notice 2026-27.
- DCET-quota lateral fees are Karnataka government-regulated.
- Additional VTU examination fees apply each semester.
Sir MVIT Bangalore BE Biotechnology (Lateral) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| KCET 2026 Exam | Apr 23 and April 24, 2026 |
| KCET 2026 Result | May 28, 2026 |
| Karnataka DCET 2026 Examination | August 2026 |
| KEA Lateral Entry Seat Allotment | September 2026 |
| Sir MVIT Management Quota Applications | Open at sirmvit.edu |
| Classes Commence (2nd Year) | September 2026 |
- Diploma holders: apply for DCET via KEA at kea.kar.nic.in.
- Management quota: apply at sirmvit.edu with diploma mark sheets.
- Out-of-state students: contact Sir MVIT for quota eligibility.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a three-year Diploma in Engineering in the relevant or allied branch from an AICTE-approved institution with a minimum aggregate of 45 percent marks.
- Karnataka SC/ST candidates require a minimum aggregate of 40 percent in the Diploma programme.
- A valid DCET (Diploma Common Entrance Test) score from Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) is required for the government quota lateral entry route.
- Management quota applicants may apply directly to Sir MVIT and must meet VTU lateral entry eligibility norms.
Admission Process
- Appear in DCET (Diploma Common Entrance Test) conducted by Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) and secure a valid rank.
- Register for KEA lateral entry counselling at kea.kar.nic.in and select Sir MVIT in the college preference list.
- Upon seat allotment, report to Sir MVIT with Diploma mark sheets, transfer certificate, character certificate, and category certificate if applicable.
- Pay the prescribed fees and complete enrolment formalities at the Sir MVIT admissions office.
- Management quota applicants should apply directly at sirmvit.edu with academic documents and complete admission at the institute.
✓ Opt for this if
- Diploma holders seeking direct 2nd-year BE entry in Bangalore
- Karnataka diploma engineers wanting government-quota fees via DCET
- Students who completed diploma in a relevant engineering branch
- Candidates seeking shorter 3-year path to a VTU BE degree
✗ Skip if
- Candidates without a 3-year engineering diploma from an AICTE-approved institution
- Students seeking a 4-year BE with complete first-year foundation
- Candidates targeting top NITs or IITs rather than VTU colleges
- Students outside Karnataka with no management quota budget
Sir MVIT Bangalore BE Biotechnology (Lateral) Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement | Full tuition reimbursement | SC/ST students with Karnataka domicile; apply via state scholarship portal after joining |
| Karnataka OBC/Minority Scholarship | As per government norms | OBC/BC/Minority students from Karnataka; apply via Karnataka state scholarship portal |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship (Girls) | Up to INR 50,000 per year | Female students in AICTE-approved programmes; family income below INR 8,00,000 per year |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 12,000 per year | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000; apply at scholarships.gov.in in August |
- Karnataka SC/ST students: claim reimbursement via state scholarship portal.
- AICTE Pragati (girls): apply via AICTE portal each October.
- Non-Karnataka students: contact Sir MVIT admissions for concessions.
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