Mohamed Sathak Engineering College Ramanathapuram B.Tech {Lateral} Information Technology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total tuition fee for the three-year B.Tech IT Lateral Entry programme at Mohamed Sathak Engineering College is INR 2,61,000 (INR 87,000 per year), payable annually. Examination and hostel fees are charged separately.

Ans. Diploma holders in Engineering from TNSBTE or an equivalent recognised board with a relevant branch are eligible. B.Sc graduates with Mathematics are also eligible. Admission is through TNEA Lateral Entry counselling based on diploma aggregate marks.

Ans. The B.Tech IT Lateral Entry programme is three years in duration. Candidates are admitted directly to the second year (third semester) of the regular four-year B.Tech programme, completing years 2, 3, and 4.

Ans. The TNEA code for Mohamed Sathak Engineering College (MSEC), Kilakarai, is 5907. Use this code while filling preferences during TNEA Lateral Entry counselling.

Ans. Lateral entry graduates earn the same full B.Tech degree as regular students. Career paths include roles as IT analysts, web developers, software testers, database administrators, ERP consultants, and IT support engineers at IT services companies, product firms, BPO organisations, and e-commerce companies. Further study: M.Tech Information Technology or ME Computer Science and Engineering.

Ans. Yes, Tamil Nadu government scholarships (SC/ST, BC/MBC/DNC, First Graduate) and central government minority scholarships are available to lateral entry students subject to eligibility. The Mohamed Sathak Trust scholarship is also open to lateral entry students with strong academic records. Apply through the Tamil Nadu e-Scholarships portal after admission.