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

Ans. The total fee for the B.Tech Lateral Entry programme in Computer Science Engineering at SVU Kolkata is INR 2,05,500 per the official 2026-27 fee structure. This covers one-time charges (INR 20,000 admission, INR 6,500 skill development, INR 4,000 registration) and semester fees of INR 35,000 each for Semesters 3 to 7. Semester 8 has no semester fee. An exam fee of INR 1,000 per semester is charged separately.

Ans. Candidates with a 3-year Diploma in Engineering in the relevant or allied branch with a minimum of 45 per cent aggregate marks from a recognised polytechnic are eligible. Candidates with a B.Sc degree including Mathematics as a subject and at least 45 per cent aggregate from a recognised university are also eligible.

Ans. Swami Vivekananda University conducts merit-based lateral entry admissions primarily on the basis of diploma or B.Sc aggregate marks. No separate state entrance test is mandatory for SVU’s lateral entry programme. Candidates should verify the current admission notification at swamivivekanandauniversity.ac.in for any updates to the selection process for the 2026-27 batch.

Ans. Lateral entry students at SVU join directly into Semester 3 of the B.Tech programme, bypassing the first two semesters. They complete six semesters in total (Semesters 3 through 8) and receive the same B.Tech degree as students on the regular route. Semester 8 carries no semester fee.

Ans. West Bengal domicile students can apply for the Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (SVMCM), providing up to INR 5,000 per month for engineering students. SC/ST/OBC/EWS students can apply for post-matric scholarships through state portals. Central Sector Scholarships and NSP minority scholarships are also available through scholarships.gov.in for eligible candidates.