Sir M Visvesvaraya Institute of Technology (Sir MVIT), Bangalore, offers BE Lateral Entry across 10 specializations as a three-year, full-time programme for diploma holders, affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, and approved by AICTE. Specializations include CSE, ECE, AI and Machine Learning, Cyber Security, ISE, Mechanical, Civil, EEE, E&TE, and Biotechnology. Management quota fees range from INR 4,50,000 (Mechanical, Civil) to INR 18,00,000 (CSE). Admission is through Karnataka DCET or direct management quota application.
Karnataka DCET 2026 is scheduled for August 2026. KEA Lateral Entry Seat Allotment and classes commencement are expected in September 2026. Management quota applications at Sir MVIT are currently open at sirmvit.edu for the 2026-27 batch.
Sir MVIT BE Lateral Fees 2026
Management quota fees at Sir MVIT BE Lateral vary by specialization, ranging from INR 4,50,000 to INR 18,00,000 for the three-year programme. Government quota (DCET) fees are Karnataka-regulated and lower than management quota rates. All fees are as per the 2025-26 official notice.
| Course | Total Fees (3 Years, Management Quota) |
|---|
| BE Civil Engineering Lateral | INR 4,50,000 |
| BE Electrical and Electronics Engineering Lateral | INR 4,50,000 |
| BE Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering Lateral | INR 4,50,000 |
| BE Mechanical Engineering Lateral | INR 4,50,000 |
| BE Biotechnology Lateral | INR 7,50,000 |
| BE Electronics and Communication Engineering Lateral | INR 10,50,000 |
| BE Information Science and Engineering Lateral | INR 12,00,000 |
| BE Cyber Security Lateral | INR 13,50,000 |
| BE Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Lateral | INR 15,00,000 |
| BE Computer Science and Engineering Lateral | INR 18,00,000 |
- DCET government quota fees are Karnataka-regulated; contact KEA or Sir MVIT for current rates.
- Hostel and mess charges are separate from the listed fees.
- Fees subject to change; verify with official sources before admission.
Sir MVIT BE Lateral Admission 2026
Admission to BE Lateral Entry at Sir MVIT is through Karnataka DCET (Diploma Common Entrance Test) for government quota seats, via KEA lateral entry counselling. Management quota seats are filled directly by Sir MVIT; applications are currently open at sirmvit.edu for diploma holders from any relevant branch.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Karnataka DCET 2026 Exam | Expected in August 2026 |
| KEA Lateral Entry Seat Allotment | Expected in September 2026; check kea.kar.nic.in |
| Sir MVIT Management Quota Applications | Currently open at sirmvit.edu |
| Classes Commence (2nd Year) | Expected September 2026 |
- DCET quota: register and participate in KEA lateral entry counselling at kea.kar.nic.in.
- Management quota: apply at sirmvit.edu with diploma mark sheets and relevant documents.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Three-year Diploma in Engineering in the relevant or allied branch from an AICTE-approved institution with a minimum aggregate of 45 percent marks (40 percent for Karnataka SC/ST candidates).
- A valid DCET rank from Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) is required for government quota lateral entry seats.
- Management quota applicants may apply directly to Sir MVIT and must meet VTU lateral entry eligibility norms.
Admission Process
- Appear in Karnataka DCET (Diploma Common Entrance Test) conducted by KEA and secure a valid rank.
- Register for KEA lateral entry counselling at kea.kar.nic.in and select Sir MVIT and the desired specialization in the preference list.
- Upon seat allotment, report to Sir MVIT with Diploma mark sheets, transfer certificate, character certificate, and category certificate if applicable.
- Management quota applicants should apply directly at sirmvit.edu with academic documents and attend the admission process at the institute.
✓ Opt for this if
- You hold a diploma and want a BE degree from a Bangalore VTU college in 3 years
- You are Karnataka DCET-qualified and targeting an affordable government quota BE seat
- You prefer Mechanical, Civil, or EEE lateral with lower fees at INR 4,50,000 total
- You want Bengaluru’s tech ecosystem for engineering internships alongside your degree
✗ Skip if
- You need NIT or IIT pedigree for top engineering roles; VTU affiliation may not suffice
- CSE or AI lateral fees at INR 15,00,000 to INR 18,00,000 exceed your budget
- You expect pan-India campus placement drives; placement data for this route is not published
Sir MVIT BE Lateral Scholarships 2026
Karnataka-domicile lateral entry students at Sir MVIT can access SC/ST fee reimbursement, OBC/Minority PG scholarships, AICTE Pragati for women, and Central Sector scholarships via the National Scholarship Portal.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement | Full tuition reimbursement | SC/ST students with Karnataka domicile; apply via state scholarship portal |
| Karnataka OBC/Minority Scholarship | As per government norms | OBC/BC/Minority Karnataka students; apply via state scholarship portal |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship (Girls) | Up to INR 50,000 per year | Female students; 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 |
- SC/ST students: apply via Karnataka state scholarship portal after joining.
- AICTE Pragati (girls): apply via AICTE portal each October after enrollment.
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