Rai University Ahmedabad Lateral Polytechnic Computer Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ahmedabad, GujaratPrivate UniversityEstd 2012NAAC Grade A+
Total fees
INR 95,600
2 years, no hostel
Average pay
INR 4.2 LPA
latest RU placement data
Cutoff
45%
Class 12 listing rule
Placement rate
71%
reported placed batch share

About Rai University Diploma in Computer Engineering Lateral

Rai University offers a two-year, full-time Diploma in Computer Engineering Lateral with 6 seats through merit and a personal interview. The course is taught on its Ahmedabad campus over four semesters, with programming and network labs from the first year. Rai School of Engineering is a constituent school started in 2013, and the university has NAAC B. The full fee without hostel is INR 95,600, and INR 2.56 Lakhs with hostel and mess. The listed eligibility is Class 12 with 45%. Reported placement data shows an average pay of INR 4.2 LPA and 71% of registered students placed.

Rai University Diploma in Computer Engineering Lateral Fees

The total fee with hostel is INR 2.56 Lakhs, and the fee without hostel is INR 95,600. The tuition fee is INR 90,000. You pay tuition across four semesters. Admission and other fees are paid once. The caution deposit comes back when you leave. Hostel and mess add INR 1.60 Lakhs over two years.

Fee headAmountHow it is charged
Tuition feeINR 90,000INR 22,500 a semester, 4 semesters
Admission and other feesINR 5,600One time
Caution depositINR 1,000One time, refundable
Hostel and messINR 1.60 LakhsINR 80,000 a year, 2 years
Total, no hostelINR 95,600Full course
Total with hostelINR 2.56 LakhsFull course

Rai University Diploma in Computer Engineering Lateral Admission Dates

The admission form closed on 28 Sep 2026. Personal interviews are expected on 30 Sep 2026, and classes are expected to start on 16 Oct 2026. Keep the allotment letter and the fee receipt ready for reporting.

EventDateStatus
Admission form, last date to apply1 Apr 2026 to 28 Sep 2026Over
Personal interview and merit screening30 Sep 2026Tentative
Merit list3 Oct 2026Tentative
ACPDC endorsement and seat allotment6 Oct 2026Tentative
First fee payment, last date9 Oct 2026Tentative
Reporting and document check12 Oct 2026Tentative
Orientation week15 Oct 2026Tentative
Classes start16 Oct 2026Tentative

Rai University Diploma in Computer Engineering Lateral Eligibility

You need Class 12 with 45% marks for the lateral listing, and the university also checks the diploma route papers. You must keep English, Science or Maths records ready if the Admission Cell asks for them.

RequirementWhat you need
Class 12 marks45% in the listed route
Diploma routeTechnical papers checked by the Admission Cell
SelectionMerit and personal interview
DocumentsClass 10, Class 12 or ITI papers, photo ID

Rai University Diploma in Computer Engineering Lateral Admission Process

The form fee is INR 600, and the table has four steps from form to reporting. Rai University checks the form, then calls you for merit screening and a personal interview. You then pay the first fee by the date given. Most students who lose a seat miss that fee date.

StepWhat you do
1. Fill the formApply online or at the campus and pay INR 600
2. Attend interviewMeet the admission team for merit screening
3. Get allotmentThe seat is given on merit and seat count
4. Pay and reportPay the first fee and bring original mark sheets

Rai University Diploma in Computer Engineering Lateral Cutoff

The listed route needs 45% marks, and the reserved route is usually checked at 40% where the rule applies. Rai University does not publish a rank cutoff for this lateral diploma. The Admission Cell checks marks and papers.

CategoryScore rangeRoute
General45% and aboveListed Class 12 route
Reserved40% to 44%Relaxed route, if allowed
ITI routePassAllied trade checked
Below 40%Not eligibleAsk before paying

Rai University Diploma in Computer Engineering Lateral Placements

Reported placement data shows 71% of registered students placed at an average of INR 4.2 LPA. The median is INR 3.8 LPA and the highest offer was INR 9.2 LPA. CRC posts openings from IT services, ERP and banking firms.

MetricValue
Average payINR 4.2 LPA
Median payINR 3.8 LPA
Highest offerINR 9.2 LPA
Batch placed71%
RecruitersVasyERP, Finsquare, Truffle Systems and D-Mart notices

Rai University Diploma in Computer Engineering Lateral Scholarships

Four schemes cut the fee by INR 15,000 to INR 30,000 over the course. The merit tuition waiver gives the most for this fee. The need-based and category schemes need an income paper.

ScholarshipWho can get itAmount or waiver
Merit tuition waiver75% or more in the last examINR 30,000 over the course
Need-based scholarshipFamily income up to INR 5 Lakhs a yearINR 25,000 over the course
Employee ward waiverWard of a Rai University employeeINR 15,000 over the course
Post-matric scholarshipEligible category with income paperINR 20,000 over the course

Rai University Diploma in Computer Engineering Lateral Ranking

Rai University carries NAAC B and appears on the NIRF listing page. The university also prints ISO and approval details on its site. These entries help you check the college record before you pay.

Ranking bodyYearRank or grade
NAAC2026B
NIRF listing2026University listed
ISO page2026Published on RU site

Rai University Diploma in Computer Engineering Lateral Course Structure

Semester 1 and 2 cover computer basics, maths, programming and web work. Semester 3 and 4 move to Java, big data, machine learning and the final project. Labs start from the first year.

YearWhat you study
Semester 1Computer basics, maths and programming
Semester 2Data structures, web design and database basics
Semester 3Advance Java, networks and project work
Semester 4Big data, machine learning and final project

Rai University Diploma in Computer Engineering Lateral Hostel and Campus

The hostel and mess cost is INR 1.60 Lakhs for two years. The campus is in Ahmedabad district, so internships mainly come through the CRC and the industry links it builds.

ItemDetail
Hostel and messINR 1.60 Lakhs
CampusAhmedabad district
InternshipsCRC, alumni and industry partners
DocumentsOriginal papers checked before joining

Should you pick Diploma in Computer Engineering Lateral at Rai University?

This course suits students who want a short computer diploma and can use campus placement help.

Pick it if:
You want a seat through merit: Rai University uses merit and interview, so your papers matter more than an entrance rank.
You want local IT work: CRC posts ERP, banking and retail hiring notices, so start placement training early.
Your family needs hostel clarity: the hostel cost is listed separately, so compare INR 2.56 Lakhs before you choose.
You want a low course fee: the full fee without hostel is INR 95,600, much lower than the hostel-added cost.
Skip it if:
You need a rank-based cutoff: Rai University does not publish a rank cutoff, so the 45% rule cannot tell seat safety.
You want one clear test score: admission also uses merit screening and interview, so ask the Admission Cell before paying.
You want many campus tech firms: placement notices name some firms, but the average pay is INR 4.2 LPA.
You may miss the fee date: after allotment, you lose the seat if the first fee is unpaid.
Counsellor's advice
If the fee fits, take it after the interview result and written fee note. If you need a sure job, check CRC notices before paying.
Diploma in Computer Engineering Lateral Eligibility▾
Class 12 route: The listing asks for 45% marks in the qualifying exam.
Diploma route: The Admission Cell checks the lateral papers for this technical course.
Interview: Merit and a personal interview decide the final seat.
Documents: Bring Class 10, Class 12 or ITI papers, photo ID and photos.
Diploma in Computer Engineering Lateral Admission Process▾
Fill form: Apply online or at the campus and pay INR 600.
Meet the team: The Admission Cell checks your papers and calls the interview.
Get allotment: Rai University gives the seat on merit and seat count.
Pay first fee: Pay by the date given or you lose the seat.
Report on campus: Bring originals for document check before classes start.

Diploma in Computer Engineering Lateral Admission Dates 2026

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These are the official 2026 dates. Tap 2027 Session for expected dates of the next batch.

The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026.
Over
1 Apr 2026 to 28 Sep 2026
Admission form
Last date to apply was 28 Sep 2026. Late forms depend on seats left.
Tentative
30 Sep 2026
Personal interview and merit screening
The Admission Cell checks marks and papers before the list.
Tentative
3 Oct 2026
Merit list
You get the offer only if your name is on the list.
Tentative
6 Oct 2026
ACPDC endorsement and seat allotment
The technical seat is recorded after endorsement.
Tentative
9 Oct 2026
First fee payment, last date
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by 9 Oct 2026.
Tentative
12 Oct 2026
Reporting and document check
Bring originals; the seat is cancelled without them.
Tentative
15 Oct 2026
Orientation week
Keep the fee receipt and ID ready before this date.
Tentative
16 Oct 2026
Classes start
The batch starts after reporting is done.
Tentative
Apr 2027
Admission form
Expected to open in the same month as this year; the last date to apply comes before screening.
Tentative
Sep 2027
Personal interview and merit screening
Expected after the form closes.
Tentative
Oct 2027
Merit list
Expected after the interview round.
Tentative
Oct 2027
ACPDC endorsement and seat allotment
Expected after the merit list.
Tentative
Oct 2027
First fee payment, last date
Expected within days of allotment.
Tentative
Oct 2027
Reporting and document check
Expected soon after the first fee date.
Tentative
Oct 2027
Orientation week
Expected before classes.
Tentative
Oct 2027
Classes start
Expected in the second half of the month.

Source: Rai University admission page. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Rai University Diploma in Computer Engineering Lateral Fees 2026

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This is the full 2-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and mess.

Tuition fee
Per semester × 4, INR 22,500 a semester
INR 90,000
Admission and other fees
One time, in year 1
INR 5,600
Caution deposit Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 1,000
Add hostel + mess
Hostel and mess
Per year × 2, INR 80,000 a year
INR 1.60 Lakhs
Total course fee
INR 95,600
2 years · tuition + admission fee, hostel not added
Total course fee
INR 2.56 Lakhs
2 years · tuition + admission fee + hostel and mess
Education loan EMI
INR 1,612
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
439%
average first-year pay INR 4.2 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 4,310
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
164%
average first-year pay INR 4.2 LPA vs the full fee

Source: Rai University fee page. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your score get you a seat at Rai University?

Pick your category and route. The score ranges use the published eligibility rule and the college interview route.

Category
Quota
General · Listed route
60% and above: yes, you can be considered. Keep papers ready for the interview.
45% to 59%: almost there. Ask the Admission Cell before you pay the form fee.
Below 45%: not this route. Ask about the ITI or lateral papers first.
General · ITI route
50% and above: yes, you can be considered. Keep papers ready for the interview.
40% to 49%: almost there. Ask the Admission Cell before you pay the form fee.
Below 40%: not this route. Ask about the ITI or lateral papers first.
OBC-NCL · Listed route
58% and above: yes, you can be considered. Keep papers ready for the interview.
45% to 57%: almost there. Ask the Admission Cell before you pay the form fee.
Below 45%: not this route. Ask about the ITI or lateral papers first.
OBC-NCL · ITI route
50% and above: yes, you can be considered. Keep papers ready for the interview.
40% to 49%: almost there. Ask the Admission Cell before you pay the form fee.
Below 40%: not this route. Ask about the ITI or lateral papers first.
SC · Listed route
55% and above: yes, you can be considered. Keep papers ready for the interview.
40% to 54%: almost there. Ask the Admission Cell before you pay the form fee.
Below 40%: not this route. Ask about the ITI or lateral papers first.
SC · ITI route
50% and above: yes, you can be considered. Keep papers ready for the interview.
40% to 49%: almost there. Ask the Admission Cell before you pay the form fee.
Below 40%: not this route. Ask about the ITI or lateral papers first.
ST · Listed route
55% and above: yes, you can be considered. Keep papers ready for the interview.
40% to 54%: almost there. Ask the Admission Cell before you pay the form fee.
Below 40%: not this route. Ask about the ITI or lateral papers first.
ST · ITI route
50% and above: yes, you can be considered. Keep papers ready for the interview.
40% to 49%: almost there. Ask the Admission Cell before you pay the form fee.
Below 40%: not this route. Ask about the ITI or lateral papers first.
EWS · Listed route
58% and above: yes, you can be considered. Keep papers ready for the interview.
45% to 57%: almost there. Ask the Admission Cell before you pay the form fee.
Below 45%: not this route. Ask about the ITI or lateral papers first.
EWS · ITI route
50% and above: yes, you can be considered. Keep papers ready for the interview.
40% to 49%: almost there. Ask the Admission Cell before you pay the form fee.
Below 40%: not this route. Ask about the ITI or lateral papers first.
EDITOR'S NOTE

Rai University does not publish a diploma rank cutoff. Use this checker as an eligibility guide, then confirm your route with the Admission Cell.

Rai University Diploma in Computer Engineering Lateral Scholarship Calculator

Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.

Category
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾

Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.

Merit tuition waiver
INR 30,000
Rai University
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: 75% or more in the last examApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answers
Need-based scholarship
INR 25,000
Rai University
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: family income up to INR 5 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answers
Employee ward waiver
INR 15,000
Rai University
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: ward of a Rai University employeeApply by Sep 2026
Not eligible on your answers
Post-matric scholarship
INR 20,000
State scholarship portal
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: eligible category with income paperApply by Nov 2026
Not eligible on your answers
No scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
Estimated total waiver
INR 70,000
Your net course fee: INR 25,600
Estimated total waiver
INR 55,000
Your net course fee: INR 40,600
Estimated total waiver
INR 0
Your net course fee: INR 95,600
Estimated total waiver
INR 90,000
Your net course fee: INR 5,600

Rai University Diploma in Computer Engineering Lateral vs similar colleges

Tap a college to see it next to Rai University. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.

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Total fees2 years, no hostel
INR 95,600
tuition + other fees
INR 1.20 Lakhs
INR 24,400 more
INR 1.50 Lakhs
INR 54,400 more
INR 1.10 Lakhs
INR 14,400 more
INR 1 Lakh
INR 4,400 more
INR 1.35 Lakhs
INR 39,400 more
Average paylatest batch
INR 4.2 LPA
Class of 2025
INR 3.6 LPA
INR 0.6 LPA less, latest batch
INR 4 LPA
INR 0.2 LPA less, latest batch
INR 3.8 LPA
INR 0.4 LPA less, latest batch
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INR 0.7 LPA less, latest batch
INR 3.9 LPA
INR 0.3 LPA less, latest batch
Placement rateshare of the batch placed
71%
latest data
68%
3 points lower, latest batch
75%
4 points higher, latest batch
70%
1 points lower, latest batch
65%
6 points lower, latest batch
72%
1 points higher, latest batch
Eligibility scoreClass 12 score, General
45%
listed route
45%
Same
45%
Same
45%
Same
45%
Same
45%
Same
Seatsthis course
6
published intake
60
54 more
120
114 more
60
54 more
60
54 more
30
24 more
ROIaverage pay vs the full fee
439%
on INR 4.2 LPA
300%
139 points lower
267%
172 points lower
345%
94 points lower
350%
89 points lower
289%
150 points lower
In short
R.K. University has more seats, but it costs INR 24,400 more and pays less on average. If Rai University gives you the seat, take it before looking at the bigger batch.
In short
Parul has a larger seat pool and a higher placement rate, but its fee is higher. If you need the bigger campus, compare the hostel cost before you choose.
In short
Ganpat costs a little more and has many more seats, but the average pay is lower. If you want Ahmedabad, keep Rai University above it.
In short
Silver Oak is close in fee and city, but the average pay printed here is lower. If you clear Rai University, keep it higher in your list.
In short
Indus has fewer seats than most peers but still more than this page. If cost matters first, Rai University is the lighter fee choice.

Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.

FAQs on Rai University Diploma in Computer Engineering Lateral

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is this diploma worth the fee at Rai University?▾
Yes, if you want a short computer course and can use the placement cell well. The full fee without hostel is INR 95,600, and reported average pay is INR 4.2 LPA. Check the EMI tile before taking a loan, because hostel raises the cost to INR 2.56 Lakhs.
Should I take it if I have only 45% marks?▾
It depends on your route and interview. The listed eligibility starts at 45%, but Rai University also uses merit screening and a personal interview. Keep your Class 10, Class 12 or ITI papers ready, and ask the Admission Cell before you pay the form fee.
What job can I get after this course?▾
Expect entry computer support, ERP, web or junior software roles, not a senior developer role at once. Reported placement data shows INR 4.2 LPA average pay and 71% placed students. Use CRC notices early, because the best roles need projects and interview practice.
Who should skip this course at Rai University?▾
Skip it if you want a rank-based cutoff, a large published branch test or many campus tech firms. This course has 6 seats, and the college uses merit plus interview. If you need a clear public cutoff before applying, ask the Admission Cell in writing.
Is hostel worth adding to the course cost?▾
Add hostel only if daily travel is hard for you. The fee without hostel is INR 95,600, while hostel and mess take the total to INR 2.56 Lakhs. If you live near Ahmedabad, compare travel cost first and use the fee toggle above before deciding.
Should I choose this over a longer degree?▾
Choose it only if you want to finish faster and start working sooner. This is a 2-year diploma, while a degree takes longer and may help more for senior jobs later. If your goal is a full engineering degree, ask whether this route helps you move ahead after the diploma.
Will the small 6-seat intake help me?▾
Yes, it can help if you want more attention from the department. The course lists 6 seats, so each student is easier to track than in a large batch. It also means seats can fill fast, so finish the interview and fee steps on time.
Is the placement data strong enough for this fee?▾
It is fair for a low-fee diploma, but not a guarantee. The reported average pay is INR 4.2 LPA and the median is INR 3.8 LPA, while the base fee is INR 95,600. Build projects from semester 1, because companies still judge your skills in the interview.
Can I get admission without JEE Main?▾
Yes. This course uses the university route, merit screening and a personal interview. The page does not show a JEE Main cutoff for this diploma. Fill the form, keep your qualifying marks ready, and confirm your exact lateral route with the Admission Cell.
What is the full fee for the course?▾
The full 2-year fee is INR 95,600 without hostel. With hostel and mess it comes to INR 2.56 Lakhs. Both totals sit in the fee block above, and the toggle there shows what the hostel adds each year.
Can I pay the fee in parts?▾
Yes. The tuition fee is charged across 4 semesters, so it is not due as one amount. If you need smaller parts, ask the fee office before the semester starts and get the answer in writing.
Which scholarship should I check first?▾
Check the merit tuition waiver first if your last exam score is strong. The scholarship block shows INR 30,000 as the biggest single waiver on this page. If family income is the issue, check the need-based and post-matric options with income papers.

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