MDU B.Tech {Lateral} Computer Science & Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for the 3-year B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (Lateral) at UIET, Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak, is INR 2,61,000 payable over three years at INR 87,000 per year. Hostel and transport charges are payable separately as per university norms. Candidates should confirm the current fee schedule with MDU UIET admissions office or at mdu.ac.in before applying, as fees may be revised annually.

Ans. Admission to B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (Lateral) at UIET MDU Rohtak is through HSTES OCET, conducted by the Haryana State Technical Education Society. Candidates register at hstes.org.in, appear for the common entrance test, and participate in merit-based counselling for seat allotment. Diploma holders in relevant engineering disciplines with a minimum of 45% marks are eligible. Haryana domicile candidates receive priority in seat allotment.

Ans. Candidates must hold a 3-year Diploma in Diploma in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering discipline with at least 45% marks from a recognised board. B.Sc. graduates with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics may also be eligible for certain branches. SC/ST candidates from Haryana qualify at 40% marks. Candidates are advised to verify current eligibility norms from the official HSTES OCET notification before applying.

Ans. After the 3-year B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (Lateral) from Maharshi Dayanand University, graduates can pursue careers as software developer, systems analyst, IT consultant, network engineer. The programme provides strong foundation in core engineering subjects and prepares students for employment in Haryana’s growing industrial corridor and the wider Delhi NCR job market. Graduates may also pursue M.Tech or MBA programmes for further career advancement and specialisation.

Ans. UIET (University Institute of Engineering and Technology) is the engineering faculty of Maharshi Dayanand University, a state university with NAAC A+ accreditation. As a government university, it offers affordable tuition and credible degree recognition. UIET is approved by AICTE and confers MDU degrees, which are recognised for employment and higher education. Candidates seeking affordable government engineering education in Haryana with a recognised B.Tech degree will find this programme suitable.

Ans. HSTES OCET (Online Common Entrance Test) is conducted by the Haryana State Technical Education Society for lateral entry into the second year of B.Tech programmes at government and government-aided engineering colleges in Haryana, including UIET MDU Rohtak. The 2026 OCET registration ran from April to June. Counselling is expected in July to August 2026. Candidates should visit hstes.org.in for the official schedule and notification.