St. Thomas College of Engineering and Technology Kolkata B.Tech {Lateral}: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. STCET Kolkata offers B.Tech Lateral Entry in five specialisations: Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, and Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. All five are MAKAUT-affiliated and AICTE-approved three-year programmes for diploma holders entering at the second year.

Ans. The total fee for B.Tech Lateral Entry at STCET Kolkata is INR 4,09,000 for the three-year programme, applicable uniformly across all five specialisations. Hostel accommodation and transport charges are payable separately. WB government scholarship schemes and AICTE scholarships for eligible students can reduce the net outflow. Confirm the current fee with STCET Kolkata admissions before applying.

Ans. JELET (West Bengal Joint Entrance for Lateral Entry into Technology) is conducted by WBJEEB for admission into the second year of MAKAUT-affiliated B.Tech programmes, including those at STCET. Candidates register at wbjeeb.nic.in, appear for the JELET exam, and participate in centralised counselling for seat allotment. Check the WBJEEB portal for the 2026 JELET schedule and counselling dates.

Ans. Candidates must hold a three-year Diploma in Engineering in a relevant branch or a B.Sc degree with Mathematics from a recognised institution, with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks. Admission is via JELET score and WBJEEB centralised counselling. Diploma holders enter directly into the second year of the B.Tech programme, completing the degree in three years instead of four.

Ans. The regular four-year B.Tech at STCET is for Class 12 PCM graduates admitted via WBJEE or JEE Main. The three-year lateral B.Tech is exclusively for diploma holders who enter at the second year via JELET, completing the degree one year faster. Both routes lead to the same MAKAUT B.Tech degree, which carries equal recognition for employment and M.Tech admissions via GATE or PGWBJEE.

Ans. Graduates can pursue engineering, IT, and technical roles in software companies, manufacturing, and core engineering sectors. STCET’s placement record shows a highest package of INR 10.68 LPA and an average of INR 6.12 LPA, with recruiters such as Infosys, Cognizant, and Mindtree. For higher studies, graduates can apply to M.Tech programmes at STCET or other institutions through GATE or PGWBJEE.