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

Ans. All lateral entry students at Poornima University receive a 100% scholarship on the tuition fee component, which is INR 1,29,375 per year. After this scholarship, the effective annual fee is INR 60,625 (Development Fee INR 43,125 + Administrative Fee INR 17,500). Over 3 years, the total academic cost comes to INR 1,81,875, plus a one-time registration fee of INR 1,500 and final-year Alumni & Convocation fee of INR 2,500, totalling INR 1,85,875. This makes Lateral B.Tech (CSE) at Poornima University extremely cost-effective compared to regular B.Tech programs.

Ans. Yes, B.Sc graduates with Mathematics at the 10+2 level are eligible for lateral entry into B.Tech (CSE) at Poornima University. However, B.Sc lateral entry students have an additional requirement: they must clear the subjects Engineering Graphics/Engineering Drawing and Engineering Mechanics from the 1st year B.Tech curriculum alongside their 2nd year subjects. This is a standard requirement across most universities for B.Sc lateral entry students to bridge the gap in engineering fundamentals. Diploma holders in Engineering do not have this additional requirement.

Ans. Lateral entry students join the standard B.Tech (CSE) program and can choose from the same specializations available to regular B.Tech students, including Artificial Intelligence & Data Science, AI & Machine Learning (with SAS), Cloud Technology & DevOps, Cyber Security, Data Analytics, Full Stack Development & Mobile Applications, and Internet of Things & Blockchain. The annual fee for specialized tracks is INR 1,95,000 (slightly higher than the base CSE fee of INR 1,90,000), but the 100% tuition fee scholarship applies to all lateral entry students regardless of specialization.

Ans. Yes, the Lateral B.Tech (CSE) degree awarded by Poornima University is equivalent to a regular B.Tech degree. Lateral entry students complete the same curriculum from the 2nd year onwards and receive the same B.Tech degree upon graduation. The degree is recognized by UGC and is valid for all purposes including higher education (M.Tech, MBA, MS abroad) and employment. Poornima University is a UGC-approved university under Sections 2(f) and 12(B), ensuring the degree's national recognition.

Ans. Lateral B.Tech (CSE) graduates participate in the same placement drives as regular B.Tech students at Poornima University. The university's Training & Placement Cell facilitates placements with 400+ companies visiting campus annually. The overall highest package recorded is INR 30 LPA (Morgan Stanley) and the average package is INR 5.35 LPA. Key recruiters include Morgan Stanley, Tekion India, Groww, Lowe's Services India, Capgemini, Deloitte, TCS, Infosys, and many more. Students are also supported through rigorous placement training, mock interviews, and industry-specific workshops throughout the program.

Ans. For diploma holders, Lateral B.Tech is a highly practical choice as it saves one full year of study (3 years vs 4 years) while awarding the same B.Tech degree. At Poornima University, the financial benefit is even more significant due to the 100% tuition fee scholarship for lateral entry students, reducing the effective annual cost to just INR 60,625 compared to INR 1,90,000 for regular B.Tech students. The curriculum from 2nd year onwards is identical, ensuring no compromise on the quality of education. The only consideration is that B.Sc graduates need to additionally clear 1st year engineering subjects, which requires extra effort in the initial semester.