VelTech University B.Tech {Lateral} Computer Science and Engineering - Data Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The regular B.Tech is a 4-year programme starting from the 1st semester, open to 10+2 (MPC) students. The Lateral Entry programme is a 3-year programme where Diploma holders or B.Sc. graduates join directly at the 3rd semester, skipping the first two semesters. Both programmes lead to the same B.Tech degree from Vel Tech. The Lateral Entry route is faster and more cost-effective, with a significantly lower annual fee of Rs. 1,35,000 compared to Rs. 3,10,000 for regular B.Tech (Phase II).

Ans. Candidates with a Diploma in Computer Science and Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or allied CSE branches from a recognised State Board of Technical Education are eligible. Candidates with a B.Sc. degree with Mathematics at the 10+2 level are also eligible. Candidates from non-CSE diploma branches (such as Mechanical or Civil) may not be directly eligible for CSE (Data Science) lateral entry and should confirm with the admissions office.

Ans. No, there is no separate entrance exam for B.Tech Lateral Entry at Vel Tech. Admission is purely merit-based, evaluated on the basis of marks obtained in the qualifying Diploma or B.Sc. examination. This makes the process straightforward for diploma holders who have performed well academically.

Ans. Yes, Lateral Entry students are eligible for the Vel Tech Mahatma Gandhi National Merit Scholarship under Phase III, which offers up to 75% scholarship on annual tuition fees based on qualifying exam aggregate. The minimum eligibility to avail any scholarship is 60% in the qualifying examination. Scholarship is applied only to the tuition fee component; other fees remain payable in full.

Ans. Lateral Entry graduates receive the same B.Tech degree as regular students and are eligible to participate in campus placements through Vel Tech's placement cell. The university has 400+ recruiters and recorded a highest CTC of 47 LPA in recent placements. Companies like Amazon, TCS, Infosys, Wipro, and various product-based firms recruit from the campus. Lateral Entry students typically have an advantage due to their prior practical experience from their Diploma programme.

Ans. Lateral Entry students join at the 3rd semester and follow the same curriculum as regular B.Tech CSE (Data Science) students from that point onwards. They cover all the core Data Science, Machine Learning, AI, and CSE subjects that regular students study in semesters 3 through 8. The only difference is that they miss the foundational first-year subjects (basic sciences, engineering drawing, etc.), which is why a Diploma background is required as a prerequisite.