Priyadarshini College of Engineering and Technology Nellore B.Tech Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for the 4-year B.Tech Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning programme at PCET Nellore is INR 1,60,000 for the entire course, in line with JNTUA-regulated fee norms. SC/ST, BC, and EBC students with a family income below the prescribed limit may be eligible for full fee reimbursement under the AP Jagananna Vidya Deevena scheme, substantially reducing the actual out-of-pocket cost for eligible students enrolled in this programme.

Ans. Admission to B.Tech AI and ML at PCET Nellore is based on AP EAPCET, the Andhra Pradesh Engineering Agriculture and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test conducted by APSCHE. A valid AP EAPCET rank is required for the 70% convener quota seats. The remaining 30% seats are management quota seats filled directly by PCET Nellore, which students can apply for without an AP EAPCET score by contacting the college admissions office.

Ans. Yes, the B.Tech AI and ML programme at PCET Nellore is affiliated to Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Anantapur (JNTUA), a state technical university in Andhra Pradesh. The college is also approved by AICTE. The B.Tech degree conferred by JNTUA is recognised by UGC and AICTE, and is accepted for employment, government examinations, and higher studies including M.Tech and M.S. programmes across India and abroad.

Ans. Graduates of B.Tech AI and ML from PCET Nellore can pursue careers in data science, machine learning engineering, computer vision, natural language processing, and software development in the IT sector. Higher study options include M.Tech in AI or Data Science, M.S. abroad, and MBA programmes. Government IT recruitment examinations such as GATE and public sector unit entrance tests are also open to B.Tech graduates from JNTUA-affiliated institutions.

Ans. Admission to the convener quota seats in B.Tech AI and ML at PCET Nellore follows the AP EAPCET centralised counselling process managed by APSCHE. After AP EAPCET results, candidates register for counselling, pay the processing fee, and enter web options listing PCET Nellore and the AI and ML branch as preferences. Seat allotment is based on AP EAPCET rank, category, and preference order. Allotted candidates must report to PCET Nellore within the specified window for document verification and to confirm joining.