REVA University Bangalore B.Tech {Lateral} Mechanical Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The management-quota tuition fee for the B.Tech Mechanical Engineering Lateral Entry at REVA University is INR 6,90,000 for the three-year programme, payable at INR 2,30,000 per year. Karnataka government-quota lateral students pay fees fixed by the state. Hostel charges are separate. Confirm at reva.edu.in.

Ans. Candidates must hold a Diploma in Engineering or Technology in a relevant discipline from a recognised board or polytechnic, with a minimum of 45 percent aggregate marks. Karnataka domicile candidates must have a valid Karnataka DCET rank issued by KEA. Direct admission to management-quota seats is available through REVA University’s own process.

Ans. Graduates of B.Tech Mechanical Engineering (Lateral) from REVA University are eligible for roles such as mechanical design engineer, manufacturing engineer, production manager, and project engineer. A B.Tech degree enables eligibility for government engineering posts, PSU exams, GATE, and campus placements through REVA University’s central placement cell.

Ans. Karnataka DCET (Diploma Common Entrance Test) is conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority. DCET 2026 was held on May 23, 2026; results are expected in June 2026. Qualified candidates participate in KEA counselling at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in, select REVA University, and complete document verification at the campus. Management-quota lateral seats at REVA University can be accessed directly through reva.edu.in without a DCET rank.

Ans. REVA University offers merit scholarships of up to 50% fee waiver for high-scoring DCET candidates. Karnataka SC/ST domicile students are eligible for full tuition reimbursement through the state scholarship portal. The Central Sector Scholarship (up to INR 20,000 per year) is available for merit students with family income below INR 8,00,000; apply at scholarships.gov.in. Verify current criteria at reva.edu.in.