DSCE Bangalore BE {Lateral} Mechanical Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for B.E. {Lateral} Mechanical Engineering at DSCE Bangalore is INR 3,35,000 for the three-year lateral entry programme (INR 1,15,000 in Year 1 and INR 1,10,000 in Years 2 and 3; 2025-26 DCET quota norms). Government quota fees are regulated by KEA; verify at kea.kar.nic.in. Hostel and mess charges are additional.

Ans. Candidates must hold a Diploma in Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or an allied branch from a recognised polytechnic with a minimum of 45 percent marks (40 percent for Karnataka SC/ST/Category-1). A valid Karnataka DCET rank is required for KEA lateral entry counselling.

Ans. Karnataka DCET (Diploma Common Entrance Test) is conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) for diploma holders seeking lateral entry admission into the second year of B.E./B.Tech. After qualifying DCET, candidates participate in KEA’s centralised lateral entry counselling at kea.kar.nic.in, fill college and branch preferences, and are allotted seats based on rank and availability.

Ans. The B.E. {Lateral} Mechanical Engineering lateral entry programme at DSCE Bangalore has a duration of three years (six semesters). Students enter directly into the second year of the B.E. programme, bypassing the first year. Upon completion, students receive the B.E. degree from VTU, equivalent to the regular four-year degree.

Ans. Graduates of B.E. {Lateral} Mechanical Engineering from DSCE Bangalore can pursue roles as mechanical engineer, production engineer, design engineer, maintenance engineer, and manufacturing consultant. The VTU-affiliated B.E. degree from DSCE is recognised for government technical posts, Karnataka PSU recruitment, and private sector positions. Students may also pursue M.Tech or MBA for higher education.