Uttar Pradesh Textile Technology Institute Kanpur B.Tech {Lateral} Computer Science & Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The B.Tech Lateral Entry in Computer Science and Engineering at UPTTI (Uttar Pradesh Textile Technology Institute), Kanpur is a 3-year programme affiliated to AKTU, Lucknow. It allows engineering diploma holders to enter directly into the second year of B.Tech, completing the degree in three years instead of four. UPTTI was founded in 1914 and is a government engineering institution in UP under AKTU. Total fees for the 3-year lateral programme are INR 3,24,000.

Ans. The total fee for the 3-year B.Tech Lateral in Computer Science and Engineering at UPTTI, Kanpur is INR 3,24,000 for the complete programme. Hostel charges are separate. UP-domicile students may apply for state fee reimbursement via the UP scholarship portal. NSP scholarships are available for SC/ST/OBC/Minority students at scholarships.gov.in. AKTU merit scholarships are also available for top-ranked candidates based on diploma marks and JEECUP performance.

Ans. Admission to B.Tech Lateral at UPTTI is based on JEECUP score through UPTAC lateral counselling at uptac.samarth.edu.in. JEECUP was conducted in May 2026 and results were declared on May 30, 2026. UPTAC registration closed on June 30, 2026. Candidates who registered participated in choice filling from July 4-7, 2026 and Round 1 seat allotment is on July 9, 2026. After allotment, candidates report to UPTTI with diploma mark sheets, JEECUP rank card, and category certificates for admission.

Ans. Candidates must hold a 3-year Diploma in Engineering in Computer Science, IT, or a related discipline from a BTEUP-recognised polytechnic with minimum 45% marks (40% for SC/ST). A valid JEECUP score is required. Seat allotment is based on JEECUP rank, category, and choice preferences. UP-domicile candidates have priority under the state reservation matrix. Candidates from other states may apply under all-India quota seats at UPTTI. The programme leads to an AKTU-affiliated B.Tech degree recognised across India.

Ans. B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering was introduced at UPTTI in 2024-25, so dedicated CSE placement data is not yet published. Lateral entry students who join in 2026 will graduate in 2029 and are among the first CSE batches. UPTTI’s overall campus placement rate was 94.67% for the 2023-24 batch with a highest package of INR 12 LPA and an average of INR 4.25 LPA across all engineering branches. CSE-specific placement outcomes will be available after the first CSE batch graduates.

Ans. B.Tech Lateral CSE graduates from UPTTI can pursue roles in software development, web development, database administration, IT infrastructure, and system analysis. Kanpur’s growing IT ecosystem and proximity to Lucknow’s technology corridor offer employment opportunities. Graduates with AKTU B.Tech credentials are eligible for government jobs through UPPSC and SSC-JE. They can also pursue M.Tech through GATE or opt for MBA to transition into product management and IT consulting roles in the growing Indian technology sector.