HRIT University Ghaziabad B.Tech {Lateral} Mechanical Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. B.Tech Lateral Entry Mechanical Engineering at HRIT University is a 3-year AICTE-approved programme that admits Engineering Diploma holders directly into the second year, saving one year compared to regular B.Tech admission. Offered by HRIT University, a UGC-recognised private university with NAAC A+ accreditation in Ghaziabad, the degree qualifies graduates for manufacturing, production, and design engineering roles in industry as well as government mechanical engineering posts.

Ans. UPTAC 2026 lateral entry counselling is conducted by AKTU for admission to B.Tech Mechanical at HRIT University. Diploma holders register on uptac.samarth.edu.in, include HRIT Mechanical Engineering in their preference list during the Round 1 choice filling window (July 4-7, 2026), and check the allotment result on July 9. Allotted candidates must confirm Freeze, Float, or Withdrawal by July 12 and report to HRIT University between July 27 and 29, 2026.

Ans. The total fee for the 3-year B.Tech Lateral Mechanical Engineering at HRIT University is INR 3,07,500, representing tuition and other charges for Years 2, 3, and 4 at INR 1,02,500 per year. Lateral entry students are not charged the Year 1 one-time HNAT and admission fees applicable to regular B.Tech admissions. Fees are paid in semester or annual instalments as notified by HRIT University at the start of each session.

Ans. Graduates of B.Tech Mechanical Engineering from HRIT University in Ghaziabad can pursue careers in manufacturing, automobile, aerospace, and process industries in the NCR industrial belt. The degree qualifies candidates for central and state government mechanical engineering cadre posts through examinations like SSC JE, UPSSSC JE, and UPPSC AE. Further study options include M.Tech Mechanical through GATE counselling or MBA in operations management for candidates targeting management roles.

Ans. B.Tech Lateral Mechanical students at HRIT University can apply for the UP Government Post-Matric Scholarship for SC, ST, OBC, and EBC candidates domiciled in Uttar Pradesh, which can cover up to the full fee. Female students admitted to this AICTE-approved programme can apply for the AICTE Pragati Scheme worth INR 50,000 per year. Differently abled students are eligible for the AICTE Saksham Scholarship of INR 50,000 per year. The NSP Central Sector Scholarship is also available for top 20 percentile Class 12 scorers.