Vidyasagar Institute of Technical Study Khorda B.Tech {Lateral} Computer Science & Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The Lateral Entry B.Tech CSE at Vidyasagar Institute, Khorda is a 3-year programme for diploma holders who gain direct entry into the second year of the 4-year B.Tech. Students complete the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th years of the degree, earning the same BPUT B.Tech degree as regular students. The total fee for the 3-year lateral programme is INR 1,59,000.

Ans. Candidates must hold a 3-year Diploma in Engineering from a recognised State Board of Technical Education with a minimum aggregate of 45% marks. Alternatively, a BSc degree with Mathematics as a subject from a recognised university with at least 45% marks also qualifies. All candidates must qualify OJEE Lateral Entry for seat allotment through BPUT counselling.

Ans. Admission to Lateral B.Tech CSE at Vidyasagar Institute, Khorda is through OJEE Lateral Entry. Candidates register and appear for the OJEE exam, receive a rank, and then participate in OJEE online counselling to choose their college and branch. Seat allotment is based on the OJEE rank and preferences submitted. After allotment, candidates report to the college for document verification and enrolment.

Ans. B.Tech CSE students at Vidyasagar Institute, Khorda follow the BPUT curriculum, which covers data structures, algorithms, object-oriented programming, database management, computer networks, operating systems, software engineering, web technologies, machine learning basics, and a final-year project. The BPUT syllabus is standardised and the degree carries the same academic standing as any other BPUT-affiliated institution in Odisha.

Ans. After completing a BPUT B.Tech CSE through lateral entry from Vidyasagar Institute, Khorda, graduates can work as software developer, software tester, web developer, system analyst, and IT support engineer. The degree also qualifies students for GATE and higher studies in M.Tech at institutions across India. Many graduates in Odisha also appear for state PSC and OSSC competitive examinations.

Ans. Lateral B.Tech CSE students at Vidyasagar Institute, Khorda can apply for the Vidyasagar Merit Scholarship offering up to 100% fee waiver for top academic performers, the Odisha Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC students, and NSP central scholarships for eligible reserved categories. Odisha state scholarships are applied through the official state scholarship portal and NSP scholarships through scholarships.gov.in.