The Bachelor of Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) Lateral Entry at SJB Institute of Technology (SJBIT), Kengeri, Bangalore, is a three-year lateral entry undergraduate programme affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, and approved by AICTE. The programme covers machine learning algorithms, deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, data analytics, neural networks, and AI application development, enabling diploma holders to earn a full B.E. degree in three years. SJBIT is NAAC ’A+’ accredited and ranks 444 in Collegedunia’s 2025 India Engineering Colleges list.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions to the BE Lateral AI&ML programme 2026 at SJBIT are through DCET (Diploma Common Entrance Test) lateral entry counselling by KEA, Karnataka; management-quota seats are filled via COMEDK or direct application at sjbit.edu.in.
Key Points
- Lateral entry saves one year compared to the standard 4-year BE programme.
- NAAC ’A+’ accredited institution with modern labs and industry-interface programmes.
- Graduates are placed in machine learning engineer and allied roles.
SJBIT Bangalore BE Lateral AI&ML Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Annual Fee (per year) | INR 3,01,100 |
| Total Fees (3 Years, Hostel Charges Separate) | INR 9,03,300 |
- COMEDK/management quota fee shown; DCET quota may differ.
- Confirm current fee at sjbit.edu.in before applying.
- Hostel charges payable separately.
SJBIT Bangalore BE Lateral AI&ML Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| DCET 2026 Notification / Registration | March 2026 |
| DCET 2026 Exam | June 2026 |
| DCET 2026 Result | July 2026 |
| KEA Lateral Entry Counselling | July to August 2026 |
| SJBIT BE Lateral Admission / Reporting | As per KEA schedule; check sjbit.edu.in |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| DCET 2026 (CET Lateral) | June 2026 | March 2026 | Diploma in Computer Science, Information Science, AI&ML, or an allied discipline |
- DCET: register at kea.kar.nic.in.
- COMEDK (management quota): comedk.org.
- Direct application: sjbit.edu.in.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a Diploma in Computer Science, Information Science, AI&ML, or an allied discipline from a board recognised by the Government of Karnataka (or equivalent), with a minimum of 45 percent aggregate marks (40 percent for SC/ST candidates).
- Admission to government-quota seats is through DCET (Diploma Common Entrance Test) conducted by KEA, Karnataka, followed by centralised counselling. Management-quota seats are filled through COMEDK or direct merit-based admission at sjbit.edu.in.
Admission Process
- Step 1: Register for DCET 2026 at kea.kar.nic.in (March 2026).
- Step 2: Appear for DCET 2026 in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (June 2026).
- Step 3: Check DCET result (July 2026) and register for KEA lateral entry counselling (July to August 2026).
- Step 4: Accept seat allotment at SJBIT; report with original diploma mark sheets and category certificate.
- Step 5: Pay the first-year fee and complete admission formalities at sjbit.edu.in.
- Management seats: Apply at sjbit.edu.in or through COMEDK at comedk.org.
✓ Opt for this if
- Karnataka diploma holders seeking a VTU degree in Bangalore
- Students wanting NAAC A+ accredited institution on a modest budget
- Candidates targeting Bangalore technology or engineering employers
- Students from Karnataka eligible for government-quota fee benefits
- Candidates seeking structured SJBIT industry-interface programmes
✗ Skip if
- Students targeting top-10 national engineering institutes by brand
- Candidates needing NIRF top-50 ranking for placement brand value
- Students requiring pan-India recruiter access beyond Karnataka corridor
- Candidates who prefer newer AI-specialised or IIT-affiliated programmes
SJBIT Bangalore BE Lateral AI&ML Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement | Full or partial reimbursement | Karnataka domicile SC/ST students; apply via ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in |
| Karnataka BC/OBC Fee Reimbursement | Partial fee reimbursement | Karnataka domicile BC/OBC students; apply at ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship (Girls) | Up to INR 50,000/year | Female students in AICTE-approved programmes; family income below INR 8,00,000/year |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 12,000/year | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000/year; apply at scholarships.gov.in |
- Karnataka government scholarships: apply via NSP at scholarships.gov.in.
- AICTE Pragati: apply at aicte-india.org.
- Confirm current scholarship availability at sjbit.edu.in.
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