The BE Lateral (Environmental Engineering) at Sri Jayachamarajendra College of Engineering (SJCE), Manasagangothri, Mysore, is a three-year lateral-entry programme for diploma holders, offered under the aegis of JSS Science and Technology University (JSSSTU), Mysuru. The programme covers water treatment, wastewater management, air quality control, solid waste management, environmental impact assessment, and pollution control, equipping students with analytical and practical skills for careers in environmental engineer and sustainability consultant in government agencies. SJCE is one of India’s oldest engineering colleges, established in 1963, with NAAC ’A++’ accreditation, ranks 187 in Collegedunia’s 2025 B.Tech rankings, and holds NBA Tier-I accreditation across multiple disciplines.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions to the BE Lateral Environmental programme 2026 at SJCE are through DCET (Diploma Common Entrance Test) conducted by KEA, Karnataka, for government-quota seats. Management-quota seats are filled through JSSSTU direct admission. Apply at kea.kar.nic.in.
Key Points
- Three-year lateral-entry BE in Environmental Engineering at an NAAC ’A++’ JSSSTU constituent college.
- Admission via DCET (KEA); government-quota seats available for Karnataka diploma holders.
- AICTE-approved programme under the JSSSTU framework.
- Ranks 187 in Collegedunia 2025 B.Tech rankings; NIRF Engineering 2024: 201-300 band.
SJCE Mysore BE Lateral Environmental Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 1,22,000 |
| Total Fees (3 Years, Hostel Charges Separate) | INR 3,66,000 |
- Fee is per year; total is for the BE Lateral programme.
- Confirm the current fee at sjce.ac.in before applying.
- Hostel charges payable separately.
SJCE Mysore BE Lateral Environmental Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| DCET 2026 Registration | March 2026 |
| DCET 2026 Exam | June 2026 |
| DCET 2026 Result | July 2026 |
| KEA DCET Counselling / Seat Allotment | July to August 2026; check kea.kar.nic.in |
| SJCE BE Lateral Admission / Reporting | As per KEA schedule; check sjce.ac.in |
- DCET: register at kea.kar.nic.in.
- Management-quota direct admission: sjce.ac.in.
- Confirm seat availability at sjce.ac.in.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a Diploma in Environmental Engineering (or an allied discipline recognised as equivalent by JSSSTU) from an AICTE-approved polytechnic, with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks (45 percent for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD candidates).
- For government-quota seats, candidates must appear for DCET (Diploma Common Entrance Test) conducted by KEA, Karnataka. Management-quota seats are filled through JSSSTU direct admission; apply at sjce.ac.in.
Admission Process
- Step 1: Register for DCET 2026 at kea.kar.nic.in (registration opens March 2026; exam: June 2026).
- Step 2: Appear for DCET in the relevant engineering discipline.
- Step 3: Check DCET result (July 2026) and register for KEA DCET counselling; select SJCE and your discipline during choice-filling.
- Step 4: Accept seat allotment and download the provisional allotment letter from kea.kar.nic.in.
- Step 5: Report to SJCE with Diploma mark sheets, transfer certificate, DCET score card, and category certificate (if applicable).
- Step 6: Pay the first-year fee and complete admission formalities at sjce.ac.in.
✓ Opt for this if
- Karnataka students seeking affordable NAAC A++ engineering education
- Diploma holders (BE Lateral) wanting to upgrade to BE at a reputed institution
- Students targeting government/PSU careers in Karnataka
- GATE aspirants seeking low-cost PG at an established college
- Students comfortable with Mysuru location and regional placement base
✗ Skip if
- Students needing Bengaluru-based placements in top IT companies
- Candidates seeking pan-India brand recognition over regional reputation
- Students requiring strong startup ecosystem or incubation support
- PG students needing GATE stipend-funded assistantship
- Students seeking niche/emerging tech specialisations not offered here
SJCE Mysore BE Lateral Environmental Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement | Full tuition reimbursement | Karnataka domicile SC/ST candidates; apply via ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | INR 20,000/year | Merit students with family income below INR 8,00,000/year; scholarships.gov.in |
| JSSSTU Merit Scholarship | Variable by rank | Top DCET-rank students admitted to JSSSTU constituent colleges; check sjce.ac.in |
| Karnataka OBC/BC Scholarship | Variable by category | Karnataka domicile OBC/BC candidates; apply via scholarships.gov.in |
- Karnataka state scholarships: apply via NSP at scholarships.gov.in.
- Fee reimbursement: apply at ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in after admission.
- Confirm current scholarship availability at sjce.ac.in.
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