Kazi Nazrul University Asansol B.Tech {Lateral} Data Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Candidates must hold a Diploma in Engineering or Technology from a recognised institution with a minimum of 45% marks (40% for SC/ST and OBC candidates from WB). A valid JELET score is required for B.Tech (Lateral Entry) Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science) at Kazi Nazrul University Asansol.

Ans. The total fee for the 3-year B.Tech (Lateral Entry) Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science) at Kazi Nazrul University Asansol is INR 1,16,250, payable at INR 38,750 per year over three years. Hostel charges are separate. WB state scholarships are available for eligible SC/ST students.

Ans. JELET (Joint Entrance for Lateral Entry Test) is conducted by the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB). Diploma holders register at jelet.wbjeeb.in, appear for the exam, and participate in centralised counselling for seat allotment. Kazi Nazrul University participates in JELET counselling for B.Tech Lateral admissions.

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers as data scientist, data analyst, machine learning engineer, and software developer in both private and public sector organisations. KNU CSE graduates access IT and analytics opportunities in Kolkata, Durgapur, and Asansol, and WB government IT departments. Government recruitment through SAIL, Coal India subsidiaries, ONGC, and other PSUs is common for engineering graduates from this region. M.Tech and GATE-based PSU recruitment are accessible after completing the B.Tech degree from KNU Asansol.

Ans. The B.Tech (Lateral Entry) Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science) at KNU covers data structures and algorithms, machine learning, data analytics, database management, Python and R programming, big data technologies, deep learning, data visualisation, and software engineering. Lateral entry students join in the second year after completing a diploma, undertaking advanced coursework, laboratory sessions, and project work across three years under the KNU School of Mines and Metallurgy.

Ans. Kazi Nazrul University Asansol’s CSE department prepares B.Tech lateral graduates in Data Science for roles in the growing IT and analytics sector across Kolkata, Durgapur, and Asansol. Lateral entry allows diploma holders in Computer Science or IT to complete a full B.Tech degree in three years instead of four, saving both time and tuition cost. KNU degrees are UGC-recognised and accepted for WB government IT positions and PSU technology roles. GATE preparation in CSE and Data Science streams is supported by KNU’s library and faculty resources.