JGEC, Jalpaiguri (NAAC A, NBA, MAKAUT) offers a 3-year B.Tech Lateral Entry in Computer Science and Engineering, admitting diploma and B.Sc graduates directly to the 2nd year via JELET. The curriculum covers data structures and algorithms, operating systems, databases. Placements in 2024: highest 54 LPA, average 8.2 LPA. Total fee: INR 46,643 (official JGEC fee notice).
📋 Admission Status: B.Tech Lateral Entry Computer Science and Engineering admissions at JGEC for 2026-27 are through JELET 2026 (Joint Entrance for Lateral Entry to Technology) conducted by WBJEEB. JELET registration ended around April 11 and the examination was on June 13, 2026. Counselling follows the result, with decentralised admissions at JGEC for remaining vacancies.
Key Points
- Lateral B.Tech Computer JGEC 3 years direct 2nd year
- Fee INR 46,643 JGEC NAAC A NBA official notice
- Diploma or B.Sc graduates eligible via JELET 2026
- 2024 placement highest 54 LPA average 8.2 LPA
- GATE eligible for M.Tech at NITs after graduation
JGEC Jalpaiguri B.Tech Lateral Computer JGEC Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
| B.Tech Lateral Computer Science and Engineering (3 years) | INR 46,643 |
| Total Fees (Hostel charges separate) | INR 46,643 |
- INR 46,643 official 3-year B.Tech Lateral fee at JGEC.
- Fee subject to revision by Government and MAKAUT.
- Hostel charges apply separately, confirm current rates with JGEC.
JGEC Jalpaiguri B.Tech Lateral Computer JGEC Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
| JELET 2026 Exam | June 13, 2026 |
| JELET Registration End | June 13, 2026 |
| JGEC Decentralised Admission (if vacancies remain) | January 2027 (expected) |
| JELET 2026 Registration | March 19 to April 11 |
| JELET 2026 Result | Early July |
| JELET Exam Date | April 11 |
| JELET Result | Early July (Tentative) |
- Primary admission through WBJEEB JELET centralised counselling.
- Decentralised admission at JGEC for vacancies after centralised rounds.
- West Bengal domicile required, diploma branch should relate to target branch.
- B.Sc PCM graduates may apply per WBJEEB JELET norms.
- The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- 3-year Diploma in Engineering from an AICTE-approved institution, with a branch related to the target B.Tech specialisation, securing at least 45% aggregate (40% for SC/ST). B.Sc graduates from UGC-recognised institutions with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics are also eligible as per WBJEEB norms.
- West Bengal domicile is required. Valid JELET 2026 score is the primary admission criterion. Candidates admitted to the 2nd year directly, completing the degree in 3 years.
Admission Process
- Register for JELET 2026 at wbjeeb.nic.in and appear for the exam in June 2026.
- Check the JELET result and participate in WBJEEB counselling for seat allotment.
- Accept the allotted seat and complete online formalities.
- Report to JGEC for document verification and fee payment.
- Watch the JGEC official website for decentralised admission notices if vacancies remain after centralised rounds.
✓ Opt for this if
- WB diploma holders targeting B.Tech at an affordable government college
- B.Sc PCM graduates seeking engineering degree via lateral entry
- Students completing B.Tech in 3 years at a NAAC A institution
- Those targeting PSU jobs or GATE after B.Tech at JGEC
- North Bengal students preferring a government college close to home
✗ Skip if
- Those without a WB domicile certificate (required for JELET admission)
- Students from non-engineering diploma backgrounds unrelated to target branch
- Candidates targeting private autonomous colleges with different elective choices
- Those seeking integrated or specialised programmes not available in lateral entry
JGEC Jalpaiguri B.Tech Lateral Computer JGEC Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
| WB SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship | As per WB government norms | SC/ST students domiciled in West Bengal, apply via oasis.gov.in |
| WB OBC-A/OBC-B Scholarship | As per WB government norms | OBC-A/OBC-B students domiciled in West Bengal with prescribed income limit |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship | INR 50,000 per year | Women in AICTE-approved programmes, family income below INR 8 LPA |
| AICTE Saksham Scholarship | INR 50,000 per year | Differently-abled students in AICTE-approved programmes, family income below INR 8 LPA |
| Central Sector Scheme (NSP) | INR 12,000 per year | Top 20 percentile in Class 12 board, family income below INR 8 LPA |
| Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship | INR 1,000-1,500 per month | West Bengal students from families with annual income below INR 2.50 LPA |
- WB government scholarships applied through oasis.gov.in portal.
- AICTE Pragati and Saksham scholarships through scholarships.gov.in.
- Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means scholarship details at wbhed.gov.in.
- Income and caste certificates required for state scholarships.
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