GGSIPU B.Tech {Lateral} Internet of Things: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The B.Tech Lateral Entry in Internet of Things at GGSIPU is a 3-year programme that allows diploma holders in electronics, computer science, IT, or related engineering disciplines to enter directly at the 2nd year of the B.Tech degree. Admission is based on IPU CET 2026 scores through the GGSIPU counselling portal. The programme covers the same IoT curriculum as the regular B.Tech from the 2nd year onward.

Ans. IPU CET 2026 is the required entrance exam for B.Tech Lateral Entry at GGSIPU, not JEE Main. The IPU CET for lateral entry was held from April 25 to May 17, 2026, with results declared on June 1, 2026. Candidates with a valid IPU CET score register on ipu.admissions.nic.in and participate in GGSIPU counselling to secure a seat.

Ans. The total fee for the 3-year B.Tech Lateral Entry in IoT at GGSIPU is INR 9,37,214, covering tuition and other institutional charges. Year 1 of the lateral programme (equivalent to B.Tech 2nd year) costs INR 2,99,900, Year 2 costs INR 3,09,340, and Year 3 costs INR 3,27,974. The fee increases incrementally each year.

Ans. Diploma holders in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science Engineering, Information Technology, Electronics and Communication Engineering, or closely related disciplines from a recognized polytechnic are eligible. Candidates must have a minimum of 60% aggregate in the diploma (55% for SC/ST/PwD candidates from Delhi) and a valid IPU CET 2026 lateral entry score.

Ans. Lateral entry students can apply for the EWS Scholarship (up to INR 50,000 per year for families with income up to INR 2.5 Lakhs), the Merit-cum-Means Linked Financial Assistance (25% to 100% of tuition for those with 60% in diploma and family income up to INR 6 Lakhs), and the Hana Scholarship for financially deprived or differently abled students. Note that scholarships exclusively for first-year students may not apply to lateral entry candidates.

Ans. Lateral entry counselling follows the same online process as regular B.Tech counselling at GGSIPU. After IPU CET results are declared, candidates register on ipu.admissions.nic.in, pay a counselling fee of INR 1,000, fill in college and branch preferences, and receive seat allotments through multiple rounds. In 2026, Round 1 allotment was on June 12, Round 2 on June 29, and Round 3 on July 9.