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The Bachelor of Technology {Lateral Entry} in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI & ML) at Panipat Institute of Engineering and Technology (PIET), Panipat is a 3-year full-time undergraduate programme that allows diploma holders and B.Sc. graduates to directly enter the second year of the B.Tech programme. The course covers core AI and ML subjects including machine learning algorithms, deep learning, neural networks, natural language processing, computer vision, data analytics, and Python programming, alongside foundational engineering subjects. PIET is an AICTE-approved, Kurukshetra University-affiliated autonomous institution with NAAC A+ accreditation. The total annual fee for this programme is INR 2,10,000, making the total 3-year academic fee INR 6,30,000. The seat intake is 12 under the lateral entry quota. Admission is through OCET (Online Common Entrance Test) conducted by HSTES, Haryana, followed by centralised counselling. The programme is offered in full-time, on-campus mode and is popular among diploma holders from computer science, IT, and electronics backgrounds who wish to specialise in the rapidly growing AI and ML domain.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session are upcoming. Based on the 2025 schedule, OCET registration is expected to begin around May 31, 2026, with counselling rounds in July 2026. The 2025-26 admission cycle has concluded.

Key Points

Lateral entry directly into the 2nd year (3rd semester) of B.Tech, saving one year compared to the regular 4-year programme
12 seats available under the AI & ML lateral entry quota, one of the larger lateral intakes at PIET
PIET is an autonomous institution affiliated with Kurukshetra University and approved by AICTE, with NAAC A+ accreditation
The AI & ML programme is aligned with industry requirements of Enterprise 4.0, covering cutting-edge technologies like deep learning, NLP, and computer vision
PIET has a dedicated RISE (Research and Innovation Start-up Ecosystem) incubation centre, offering students entrepreneurship and research opportunities
Students can avail merit-based scholarships of up to 50% tuition fee waiver based on diploma aggregate percentage

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11 May, 2026 PIET B.Tech {Lateral} Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Fee Structure 2026 has been released. The total academic fee is ₹ 6 Lakhs.

PIET B.Tech {Lateral} (AI & ML) Fees

The annual fee for B.Tech {Lateral} (AI & ML) at PIET Panipat for 2025-26 is INR 2,10,000, which includes tuition fee of INR 1,55,000 and other charges of INR 55,000. Over the 3-year duration, the total academic fee amounts to INR 6,30,000. Hostel accommodation is available optionally at an additional cost of approximately INR 2.4 Lakhs for the full duration.

Fee Breakdown

Fee Component	Per Year (INR)	Total 3 Years (INR)
Tuition Fee	1,55,000	4,65,000
Other Charges (Development, Exam, Library, etc.)	55,000	1,65,000
Total Academic Fee	2,10,000	6,30,000
Hostel Fees (Optional)	80,000	2,40,000

Hostel fees are optional and not included in the Total Academic Fee figure above.
Fees are payable in two instalments per year: 1st semester (INR 1,05,000) and November/December (INR 1,05,000).
Fees are refundable as per AICTE/university norms in case of withdrawal before the cut-off date.
SC/ST students from Haryana are eligible for government fee reimbursement schemes, significantly reducing out-of-pocket costs.
Bank education loans are facilitated by the institute.
Transport charges are available from various locations ranging from INR 13,500 to INR 47,000 per year depending on the route.

PIET B.Tech {Lateral} (AI & ML) Admission 2026

PIET Panipat B.Tech {Lateral} (AI & ML) admissions for 2026-27 are upcoming. The admission process is centralised through HSTES, Haryana, via the OCET (Online Common Entrance Test). Based on the 2025 schedule, registration is expected to open around May 31, 2026. Candidates must register on the HSTES portal (hstes.org.in / techadmissionshry.gov.in) and participate in online counselling for seat allotment based on inter-se merit of qualifying examination marks. Candidates can also apply directly under the management quota (25% of seats) at piet.co.in.

PIET B.Tech {Lateral} Admission Dates

Event	Tentative Date (2026)
OCET 2026 Registration Start	May 31, 2026
OCET 2026 Registration End	July 3, 2026
OCET 2026 Inter-se Merit Result	July 8, 2026
Choice Filling - Round 1	July 10, 2026
Seat Allotment Result - Round 1	July 16, 2026
Physical Reporting - Round 1	July 17 - July 21, 2026
Choice Filling - Round 2	July 23, 2026
Seat Allotment Result - Round 2	July 28, 2026
Physical Reporting - Round 2	July 29 - August 4, 2026

OCET Exam Dates

Event	Tentative Date
OCET 2026 Registration	May 31 - July 3, 2026
OCET 2026 Result / Merit List	July 8, 2026

Note: OCET is the primary entrance exam accepted for B.Tech Lateral Entry admissions in Haryana. No separate written exam is conducted; admission is based on inter-se merit of qualifying examination marks.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Passed a minimum 3-year / 2-year (Lateral Entry) Diploma in Engineering and Technology in any branch with at least 45% marks (40% for reserved category candidates)
OR passed B.Sc. degree from a recognised university with at least 45% marks (40% for reserved) and passed 10+2 with Mathematics as a subject
OR passed B.Voc / 3-year D.Voc. in the same or allied sector
Kashmiri Migrants (KM) are eligible for up to 10% relaxation in cut-off percentage, subject to minimum eligibility

Admission Process

Register on the HSTES portal at techadmissionshry.gov.in and pay the registration fee
Upload required documents (diploma marksheets, category certificate if applicable, etc.)
OCET merit list is prepared based on qualifying examination marks (no separate written test)
Participate in online choice filling and locking during counselling rounds
Seat allotment is done based on OCET rank, category, and choice preferences
Report physically to PIET Panipat with original documents and pay the admission fee to confirm the seat
For management quota: Apply directly on piet.co.in or visit the campus; admission is based on diploma/qualifying marks

PIET B.Tech {Lateral} (AI & ML) Scholarships 2026

PIET Panipat offers a comprehensive range of scholarships for B.Tech {Lateral} (LEET) students, making the programme financially accessible for meritorious and deserving students. The most significant institutional scholarship for lateral entry students is based on diploma aggregate percentage, offering up to 50% tuition fee waiver. Additionally, the PIET Admission Test (PAT) can provide up to 100% scholarship for exceptional performers. Note that for AI & ML and other specialised branches, the scholarship percentage criteria follow the B.Tech CSE/IT/ECE/AI-DS/AI-ML/Cyber track.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility / Criteria	Benefit (Tuition Fee Waiver)
Academic Merit Scholarship (LEET - AI/ML/CSE/IT/ECE)	Diploma aggregate 85% and above	50%
Academic Merit Scholarship (LEET - AI/ML/CSE/IT/ECE)	Diploma aggregate 80 - 84.99%	40%
Academic Merit Scholarship (LEET - AI/ML/CSE/IT/ECE)	Diploma aggregate 75 - 79.99%	30%
Academic Merit Scholarship (LEET - AI/ML/CSE/IT/ECE)	Diploma aggregate 70 - 74.99%	20%
Academic Merit Scholarship (LEET - AI/ML/CSE/IT/ECE)	Diploma aggregate 65 - 69.99%	10%
PIET Admission Test (PAT)	Performance in PAT + Interview	Up to 100%
PIET QUEST Scholarship	1st Position in QUEST Quiz	100%
PIET QUEST Scholarship	2nd Position in QUEST Quiz	50%
PIET QUEST Scholarship	3rd Position in QUEST Quiz	25%
Sports Achievement Scholarship	International level player	35%
Sports Achievement Scholarship	National level winner	20%
Sports Achievement Scholarship	State level winner	10%
Defence Personnel Ward Scholarship	Ward of Defence Martyr	100%
Defence Personnel Ward Scholarship	Ward of War Disabled / Injured	50%
Defence Personnel Ward Scholarship	Ward of Serving / Retired Defence	10%
Fatherless / Single Parent Child	Fatherless or single parent child	20%
Only Girl Child Scholarship	Only girl child in family	20%
NSP (PM-USP) Yojana (Government)	80% in Class 12, parental income up to INR 4.5 Lakhs	Up to INR 82,000 per annum
Haryana Domicile Scholarship	Students with Haryana domicile	INR 1,000 per year
Special Financial Assistance	Based on financial need (committee decision)	Up to INR 10,000

A student opting for the PAT scholarship shall not be eligible for any other PIET scholarship simultaneously.
Academic merit scholarships are applied on tuition fees only, not on other charges.
Government scholarships (NSP, SC/ST fee reimbursement) are applied separately and can be availed in addition to institutional scholarships (subject to scheme rules).
SC/ST students from Haryana are eligible for full fee reimbursement under the Haryana government's post-matric scholarship scheme.
Scholarship applications must be submitted at the time of admission or as per the institute's notified schedule.
Last date to apply for PAT scholarship is May 20, 2026.

PIET B.Tech {Lateral} (AI & ML) FAQs

Ques. Is B.Tech {Lateral} in AI & ML offered at PIET Panipat, and how many seats are available?

Ans. Yes, PIET Panipat offers B.Tech {Lateral} in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. As per the latest seat intake data, there are 12 seats available under this lateral entry quota. This is one of the larger lateral entry intakes at PIET, reflecting the high demand for AI & ML professionals. Admission is through OCET conducted by HSTES, Haryana.

Ques. I have a diploma in Computer Science. Am I eligible for B.Tech {Lateral} AI & ML at PIET?

Ans. Yes, candidates with a diploma in any branch of Engineering and Technology with at least 45% marks (40% for reserved categories) are eligible for B.Tech Lateral Entry. A diploma in Computer Science, IT, or Electronics is directly relevant to the AI & ML branch. B.Sc. graduates with Mathematics at 10+2 level are also eligible.

Ques. What is the total fee for B.Tech {Lateral} AI & ML at PIET, and are there any scholarships?

Ans. The total academic fees are INR 6,30,000 for the 3-year programme (INR 2,10,000 per year). If you have a strong diploma aggregate (85% or above), you can avail a 50% tuition fee waiver through PIET's merit scholarship for LEET students. The PIET Admission Test (PAT) can also provide up to 100% scholarship based on performance.

Ques. How is B.Tech {Lateral} AI & ML different from B.Tech {Lateral} CSE at PIET?

Ans. B.Tech {Lateral} AI & ML is a specialised programme focused on artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning, and data-driven technologies. B.Tech {Lateral} CSE is a broader computer science programme covering algorithms, software engineering, operating systems, and general computing. The AI & ML programme is better suited for students who want to build a career specifically in data science, AI research, or ML engineering, while CSE offers a wider range of career options.

Ques. What are the career prospects after completing B.Tech {Lateral} AI & ML from PIET?

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers as Machine Learning Engineer, Data Scientist, AI Developer, Computer Vision Engineer, NLP Engineer, and Research Analyst in technology companies, startups, and research organisations. The AI & ML field is one of the fastest-growing sectors globally, with strong demand from IT companies, e-commerce, healthcare, and finance sectors. PIET's placement cell facilitates campus recruitment with an overall highest package of INR 38 LPA and average package of around INR 10 LPA across B.Tech branches.

Ques. Can I get direct admission to B.Tech {Lateral} AI & ML at PIET without going through HSTES counselling?

Ans. Yes, PIET has a management quota (approximately 25% of seats) through which you can apply directly to the college without going through HSTES counselling. For the management quota, you can visit the PIET campus or apply online at piet.co.in. Admission under management quota is based on diploma/qualifying examination marks. The fees and process may differ slightly from the HSTES counselling route.

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