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The Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) Lateral Entry in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) at Global Group of Institutes (GGI), Amritsar is a 3-year full-time undergraduate programme affiliated to I.K. Gujral Punjab Technical University (IKG PTU), Jalandhar. The programme is designed for diploma holders and B.Sc graduates who wish to upgrade their qualifications to a full B.Tech degree by entering directly into the 3rd semester (2nd year). The course covers core CSE subjects including data structures, algorithms, operating systems, database management systems, computer networks, software engineering, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and cloud computing. The total fees for the 3-year lateral entry programme are approximately Rs. 2.77 Lakhs. Admission is through IKG PTU's centralized LEET (Lateral Entry) counselling, which was held in August 2026 for the 2026-27 session. GGI is an autonomous college with NAAC accreditation, offering strong industry exposure and placement support for CSE graduates.

Admissions for the 2027-28 session are expected to open in mid-2027. Based on the 2026-27 schedule, the LEET counselling was conducted in August 2026. For 2027-28, a similar schedule is expected tentatively in August 2027. The last date for AICTE programme admissions in 2026-27 was extended to October 30, 2026. Students can also apply directly at the college after the completion of centralized counselling rounds.

Key Points

Direct entry into 3rd semester (2nd year) for diploma holders and B.Sc graduates, saving one year compared to regular B.Tech
Affiliated to IKG PTU, Jalandhar; GGI is an autonomous college with NAAC accreditation
Curriculum covers data structures, algorithms, OS, DBMS, computer networks, software engineering, AI, ML, and cloud computing
Strong industry tie-ups and placement support through the college's dedicated Training and Placement Cell
Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) scheme available for Punjab residents with annual family income below Rs. 8 Lakhs
Post-Matric Scholarship (PMS) scheme available for eligible SC/ST students
Graduates are eligible for M.Tech (CSE) or MCA for higher studies

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Scholarships
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Global Group of Institutes Latest Updates

25 Feb, 2026 Global Group of Institutes Amritsar has released the Fee structure 2026-27 for B.Tech {Lateral} Computer Science & Engineering programs. The total academic fee is ₹ 2.69 Lakhs.

GGI B.Tech Lateral CSE Fees

The B.Tech Lateral Entry (CSE) programme at Global Group of Institutes follows the IKG PTU fee structure for AICTE-affiliated B.Tech programmes. The total fee for the 3-year programme (6 semesters, from 3rd to 8th semester) is approximately Rs. 2.77 Lakhs, inclusive of tuition fees, development fund, student-related fees, university fees, and exam fees. A refundable security deposit of Rs. 8,000 is charged separately at the time of admission. Hostel accommodation is available on campus for both boys and girls at an additional charge.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee - Semester 3 (1st semester of lateral entry)	30,000
Tuition Fee - Semesters 4 to 8 (per semester)	30,000
Total Tuition Fee (6 semesters)	1,80,000
Admission Processing Fee (one-time, Sem 3)	2,000
Other Fee (Sem 3)	1,600
Development Fund (per semester x 6)	30,000
Student Related Fee / SRF (per semester x 6)	28,200
University Related Fee / URF (per semester x 6)	9,600
Exam Fee (per semester x 6)	18,000
Refundable Security Deposit (one-time)	8,000
Total Fees (Academic, excluding Hostel)	~2,77,400
Hostel Fees (per semester, optional)	~18,000
Total with Hostel (3 years, 6 semesters)	~3,85,400

A refundable security deposit of Rs. 8,000 is charged at the time of admission for AICTE programmes and is refundable upon course completion.
The Admission Processing Fee of Rs. 2,000 is non-refundable. Students admitted through IKG PTU Centralized Online Counselling are exempt from this fee.
Hostel fees are optional and not included in the Total Academic Fees row. Hostel accommodation is available on campus for boys and girls.
Fee is paid semester-wise and must be deposited within 7 days of the start of each session.
Fee refund policy is as per IKG PTU / AICTE norms.
Payment can be made via Online/Cash/Demand Draft. Cheques are not accepted.
Educational loans are available through nationalized banks; the college provides a fee structure letter to facilitate the loan process.
Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) scheme is available for Punjab residents with annual family income below Rs. 8 Lakhs.

GGI B.Tech Lateral CSE Admission 2026

Admissions to the B.Tech Lateral Entry (CSE) programme at Global Group of Institutes are conducted through IKG PTU's Centralized Online Counselling for LEET (Lateral Entry) programmes. The counselling is based on merit in the qualifying diploma/B.Sc examination. For 2026-27, the LEET counselling was held in August 2026. For 2027-28, a similar schedule is expected tentatively in August 2027. After the completion of centralized counselling rounds, admissions are made at the college level on a first-come-first-serve basis.

College Admission Dates

Event	2026-27 Dates	2027-28 (Tentative)
IKG PTU LEET Registration Opens	July 2026	July 2027
LEET Counselling Registration & Choice Filling (Round 1)	August 6, 2026	August 2027
LEET Counselling Result Declaration (Round 1)	August 7, 2026	August 2027
Reporting at Allotted Institution (Round 1)	August 8, 2026	August 2027
LEET Counselling Registration & Choice Filling (Round 2)	August 10, 2026	August 2027
LEET Counselling Result Declaration (Round 2)	August 11, 2026	August 2027
Reporting at Allotted Institution (Round 2)	August 12, 2026	August 2027
Admissions at College Level (post-counselling)	August 2026 onwards	August 2027 onwards
Last Date for Admissions (AICTE Programmes)	October 30, 2026	October 2027 (tentative)
GGI Direct Application (2027-28)	Open Now	Ongoing

Qualifying Criteria for LEET Admission

Qualifying Exam	Details
3-Year Diploma (Engineering)	Minimum 45% marks (40% for reserved category) in CSE/IT or relevant branch from a recognized State Board of Technical Education
B.Sc with Mathematics	Minimum 45% marks (40% for reserved category) from a UGC-recognized university, with Mathematics at 10+2 or graduation level

Note: IKG PTU LEET admission is merit-based on diploma/B.Sc marks. No separate entrance test is conducted; counselling is done through the centralized online portal at counselling.ptu.ac.in.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed a minimum 3-year Diploma in Computer Science Engineering, Information Technology, or a relevant branch from a recognized State Board of Technical Education with at least 45% marks (40% for reserved category)
OR passed B.Sc Degree from a recognized university with at least 45% marks (40% for reserved category) and Mathematics at 10+2 or graduation level
Candidates appearing in the final year of the qualifying examination are also eligible to apply provisionally

Admission Process

Register on the IKG PTU counselling portal (counselling.ptu.ac.in) during the LEET counselling window
Pay the counselling fee of Rs. 2,000 (non-refundable) to participate in centralized counselling
Fill in choice of colleges/programmes during the choice-filling window
Merit list is prepared based on diploma/B.Sc marks; seat allotment is declared online
Report to the allotted institution with all original documents within the stipulated dates
Pay the semester fee at the time of reporting to confirm admission
After completion of centralized counselling rounds, admissions are made at the college level on a first-come-first-serve basis

GGI B.Tech Lateral CSE Scholarships 2026

Global Group of Institutes offers a range of scholarships for B.Tech Lateral Entry (CSE) students. Government schemes like the Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) and Post-Matric Scholarship (PMS) are available alongside the college's own merit-based and early bird scholarships. Students with strong diploma records can avail significant fee concessions, making the lateral entry B.Tech CSE programme financially accessible.

Scholarship Schemes

Scholarship	Eligibility	Benefit
Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) Scheme	Punjab residents with annual family income below Rs. 8 Lakhs	Full tuition fee waiver (limited seats)
Early Bird Scholarship	Admission confirmed by early June (session-specific deadline)	Up to 100% Tuition Fee Waiver
Merit-Based Scholarship (Diploma/Graduation %)	Based on percentage in qualifying exam	Up to 100% Tuition Fee Scholarship
Full Fee Deposit Scholarship	Full fee deposited within 1-7 days of registration	10% scholarship on tuition fee
Sports Scholarship (National Level)	National-level sports certificate	Tuition fee concession
Sports Scholarship (State Level)	State-level sports certificate	Tuition fee concession
Post Matric Scholarship (SC Students - Punjab)	SC students of Punjab	As per Punjab Government norms
Punjab Building & Construction Workers Welfare Board Scholarship	Children of registered construction workers	As per scheme norms
PM Special Scholarship Scheme (J&K Students)	Students from Jammu & Kashmir	As per scheme norms
Post Matric Scholarship for Minorities	Minority community students	As per Government norms

TFW scheme seats are limited; students must apply at the time of counselling.
Scholarship amounts and eligibility criteria are subject to change each academic year.
Government scholarships are disbursed directly by the respective state/central government departments.
Students must apply for government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) within the prescribed deadlines.

GGI B.Tech Lateral CSE Placement 2026

Placement Highlights

Placement Feature	Details
Training and Placement Cell	Dedicated cell for all B.Tech students including lateral entry
Industry Tie-ups	Strong industry tie-ups; invites IT companies for campus recruitment
Training Provided	Aptitude, coding, and soft skills training
Branch Demand	CSE is the most in-demand branch for placements
Location Advantage	Amritsar with proximity to Chandigarh's IT hub
Contact for Statistics	Contact college's placement cell directly for current statistics

GGI B.Tech Lateral CSE FAQs

Ques. What is the difference between B.Tech CSE regular and B.Tech CSE Lateral Entry (LEET) at GGI?

Ans. B.Tech CSE regular is a 4-year programme starting from the 1st semester, open to 10+2 (PCM/PCB) students. B.Tech CSE Lateral Entry (LEET) is a 3-year programme starting from the 3rd semester (2nd year), open to diploma holders and B.Sc graduates. LEET students save one year and join the regular B.Tech batch from the 3rd semester onwards. The degree awarded is the same - B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering from IKG PTU.

Ques. Which diploma branches are eligible for B.Tech CSE Lateral Entry at GGI?

Ans. Candidates with a 3-year Diploma in Computer Science Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or any relevant branch from a recognized State Board of Technical Education are eligible. B.Sc graduates (B.Sc IT, B.Sc CS, BCA, or any B.Sc with Mathematics) from a UGC-recognized university are also eligible. The minimum marks required are 45% (40% for reserved category).

Ques. What are the career options after B.Tech CSE (Lateral Entry) from GGI?

Ans. Graduates can work as Software Engineers, Web Developers, Data Analysts, Cloud Engineers, Cybersecurity Analysts, AI/ML Engineers, Database Administrators, and IT Consultants in IT companies, startups, banks, government organizations, and MNCs. Top recruiters for CSE graduates include TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCL, Cognizant, Accenture, and various product-based companies. Graduates can also pursue M.Tech (CSE) or MBA for career advancement.

Ques. Is the B.Tech CSE Lateral Entry degree from GGI equivalent to a regular B.Tech degree?

Ans. Yes, the B.Tech degree awarded to lateral entry students is exactly the same as that awarded to regular B.Tech students - it is a B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering from I.K. Gujral Punjab Technical University (IKG PTU). There is no distinction between regular and lateral entry on the degree certificate. Lateral entry students join the regular batch from the 3rd semester and complete the same curriculum.

Ques. What is the total fee for B.Tech CSE Lateral Entry at GGI, and are there any scholarships?

Ans. The total academic fee for the 3-year B.Tech Lateral Entry programme is approximately Rs. 2.77 Lakhs as per IKG PTU norms. A refundable security deposit of Rs. 8,000 is charged separately. Hostel accommodation is available at approximately Rs. 18,000 per semester (optional). The Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) scheme is available for Punjab residents with annual family income below Rs. 8 Lakhs, which can cover the full tuition fee. Merit-based scholarships are also available from the college.

Ques. Does GGI have good placement support for B.Tech CSE Lateral Entry students?

Ans. Yes, GGI has a dedicated Training and Placement Cell that facilitates campus placements for all B.Tech students including lateral entry students. The college has industry tie-ups and invites IT companies for campus recruitment. CSE is the most in-demand branch for placements, and GGI's location in Amritsar with proximity to Chandigarh's IT hub provides additional opportunities. Students are also trained in aptitude, coding, and soft skills to prepare for campus placements. For the most current placement statistics, students should contact the college's placement cell directly.

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