Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

B.Tech {Lateral} (Artificial Intelligence) at Amal Jyothi College of Engineering (AJCE), Kanjirappally, is a 3-year full-time undergraduate engineering programme affiliated to APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (KTU), Kerala. The Lateral Entry scheme admits Diploma/D.Voc/B.Sc holders directly into the 3rd semester, completing the B.Tech degree in 3 years instead of 4. The programme is offered under the Department of Information Technology and covers machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, AI application development, and data science. With a seat intake of 60 for the regular B.Tech (Artificial Intelligence) programme, the lateral entry seats are a subset of this. The annual tuition fee is Rs. 1,05,525 with a total programme fee of approximately Rs. 3,58,755 (excluding hostel). Admission is through the Kerala B.Tech Lateral Entry Test (Kerala LET) conducted by LBS Centre for Science and Technology. Artificial Intelligence is one of the most in-demand engineering specializations globally, making this programme highly sought after.

Admission for the 2026-27 academic year is upcoming. Based on the 2025 schedule, the Kerala LET 2026 application process is expected to open around April 2026, with the exam likely in June 2026 and allotments/joining in June-July 2026. The 2025 cycle saw registration close on June 3, 2025, exam on June 15, 2025, and college joining by July 2, 2025.

Key Points

The B.Tech {Lateral} (Artificial Intelligence) programme admits students directly into the 3rd semester (2nd year), saving one year compared to the regular 4-year B.Tech.
The programme is offered under the Department of Information Technology, established in 2001, with AI specialization added in recent years.
The programme offers major-minor degree combinations: CSE (AI) with Minor in AI & Data Science, Cyber Security, or Electronics & Communication Engineering.
The department has state-of-the-art labs including a Machine Learning Lab, Data Science Engineering Lab, Networking Lab, and Programming & Internet Lab.
Students can work as part-time employees at Leopard Tech Labs Pvt Ltd (incubated at Startups Valley TBI, supported by DST, Govt. of India) from the 2nd year onwards.
Faculty includes PhD holders and ASAP/IIT-certified trainers in AI and Data Science.

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AJCE B.Tech {Lateral} (AI) Fees

The B.Tech Lateral Entry (Artificial Intelligence) programme at AJCE follows the fee structure applicable to all B.Tech Lateral Entry students for 2026-27. The annual tuition fee is Rs. 1,05,525, applicable for all categories (Government allotted, Management, and NRI seats). Over the 3-year programme duration, the total fee (excluding hostel) amounts to approximately Rs. 3,58,755. A 5% annual fee increment is applicable as per Government order.

Fee Breakdown

Fee Component	Amount (Per Year)	Total (3 Years)
Tuition Fee	Rs. 1,05,525	Rs. 3,16,575
Value Added Courses & Special Facilities	Rs. 10,000	Rs. 30,000
Arts & Sports Fee	Rs. 530	Rs. 1,590
ID Card, Insurance & Handbook	Rs. 250	Rs. 750
Admission Fee (One-time)	Rs. 500	Rs. 500
Caution Deposit (One-time, Refundable)	Rs. 7,500	Rs. 7,500
KTU Student Administration Fee (One-time)	Rs. 1,050	Rs. 1,050
KTU Affiliation Fee (One-time)	Rs. 790	Rs. 790
Total Fees		Rs. 3,58,755

Hostel Fees (Optional, not included in Total above)

Hostel	Annual Fee (B.Tech)
Santhom (Boys)	Rs. 45,000 per year
Amala (Girls)	Rs. 45,000 per year

Caution Deposit of Rs. 7,500 is refundable at the time of leaving the college.
A 5% annual fee increment shall be applicable as per Government order.
SC, OEC, and ST category students pay the same fees to the college; the Government refunds the amount to their bank account.
Hostel fee includes room rent (triple room: Rs. 20,500/year), caution deposit (Rs. 3,000), admission fee (Rs. 1,500), mess advance (Rs. 5,000), laundry (Rs. 9,000), and package (Rs. 6,000).
Hostel is optional.
Uniform cost: Boys - Rs. 4,500 (3 sets), Girls - Rs. 6,900 (3 sets) approximately.

AJCE B.Tech {Lateral} (AI) Admission 2026

Admission to B.Tech {Lateral} (Artificial Intelligence) at AJCE is through the Kerala B.Tech Lateral Entry Test (Kerala LET), conducted by LBS Centre for Science and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram. The 2026-27 admission cycle is upcoming; based on the 2025 schedule, the process is expected to follow a similar timeline. The LET exam is a state-level entrance test for Diploma/D.Voc/B.Sc holders seeking direct admission to the 3rd semester of B.Tech programmes in Kerala.

College Admission Dates

Event	Tentative Date (2026)
Kerala LET Application Form Release	April 2026 (approx.)
Last Date to Submit Application	June 2026 (approx.)
Admit Card Release	June 2026 (approx.)
Kerala LET Exam	June 2026 (approx.)
Result Declaration	June 2026 (approx.)
Online Option Filling / Counselling	June-July 2026 (approx.)
First Allotment	June-July 2026 (approx.)
College Joining	July 2026 (approx.)

Entrance Exam Dates

Event	2025 Actual Date	2026 Tentative Date
Application Form Release	April 10, 2025	April 2026 (approx.)
Last Date to Apply	June 3, 2025	June 2026 (approx.)
Admit Card	June 9, 2025	June 2026 (approx.)
Exam Date	June 15, 2025	June 2026 (approx.)
Result	June 25, 2025	June 2026 (approx.)
First Allotment	June 25, 2025	June-July 2026 (approx.)
College Joining	June 30 - July 2, 2025	July 2026 (approx.)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed a 3-year Diploma in Engineering/Technology (relevant branch such as Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics, or allied branches) with at least 45% marks (40% for SEBC/SC/ST) from a recognized State Board of Technical Education or Institution under Government of India.
Candidates who have passed B.Sc in Mathematics with at least 45% marks (40% for SEBC/SC/ST) from a recognized university are also eligible.
Candidates must have attained the age of 18 years as of December 31 of the admission year.

Admission Process

Register and apply online at lbsapplications.kerala.gov.in within the stipulated dates.
Pay the application fee: Rs. 1,000 (General), Rs. 500 (SC/ST).
Upload required documents including diploma certificates, community certificate, and photo/signature.
Appear for the Kerala LET exam (offline, OMR-based, 120 marks, 2 hours).
Based on merit rank, fill options online for preferred colleges and branches.
Receive seat allotment; pay fees and join the allotted college within the stipulated date.
Report to AJCE with original documents for admission confirmation.

AJCE B.Tech {Lateral} (AI) Scholarships 2026

AJCE offers a wide range of scholarships and endowments for meritorious and financially needy students. Students admitted through Government quota (SC/OEC/ST) are eligible for fee reimbursement from the Kerala Government. The Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme (TFWS) is available for eligible students. The IT department also provides scholarships based on academic background.

Scholarship Schemes

Scholarship / Scheme	Eligibility / Details
AJCE Faculty Scholarships	For meritorious students across all departments
Merit-cum-Means Scholarship	Based on academic merit and financial need
AJCE Scholarships (KEAM/LET merit)	For top-performing students based on entrance rank
Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme (TFWS)	As per AICTE/Government norms for eligible students
Central Sector Scholarship	For students with family income below Rs. 8 lakh; merit-based
Scholarships to Minority Community Students	For students from minority communities
SC/ST/OEC Fee Reimbursement	Government of Kerala reimburses tuition fees to eligible reserved category students
Annamma & Mathew Vattakkunnel Memorial Scholarship	Endowment-based, for deserving students
Diocesan Cash Incentives	For top-performing students
Award of Excellence from M/s Sunny Diamonds	For outstanding academic performance

SC/ST/OEC students must pay fees to the college; the Government refunds the amount directly to their bank account.
Central Sector Scholarship requires students to be in the top 20 percentile of their qualifying exam and have family income below Rs. 8 lakh per annum.
Application deadlines for most scholarships are announced at the beginning of each academic year.
TFWS seats are limited and allotted as per AICTE guidelines.

AJCE B.Tech {Lateral} (AI) FAQs

Ques. Is B.Tech {Lateral} (Artificial Intelligence) the same degree as the regular B.Tech (Artificial Intelligence) at AJCE?

Ans. Yes, the degree awarded is the same - B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence) from APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (KTU). Lateral entry students join directly in the 3rd semester (2nd year), completing the degree in 3 years instead of 4. The curriculum from 3rd semester onwards is identical to the regular programme.

Ques. What Diploma branches are eligible for lateral entry into B.Tech Artificial Intelligence at AJCE?

Ans. Candidates with a Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Hardware Maintenance, Electronics, or allied branches are typically eligible for lateral entry into B.Tech Artificial Intelligence (as per KTU/LBS equivalency norms). Candidates with B.Sc in Mathematics may also be eligible. It is advisable to check the latest LBS prospectus for the exact branch equivalency list.

Ques. What are the career opportunities after B.Tech (Artificial Intelligence) from AJCE?

Ans. Graduates can work as AI Engineers, Machine Learning Engineers, Data Scientists, AI Developers, Business Intelligence Developers, and Research Scientists. Career opportunities exist in IT companies, healthcare, e-commerce, social networking, transportation, biotechnology, and government research organizations. The AI field is one of the fastest-growing sectors globally with high salary packages.

Ques. Does AJCE provide any real-world project experience for AI lateral entry students?

Ans. Yes, the department has launched Leopard Tech Labs Pvt Ltd (incubated at Startups Valley TBI, supported by DST, Govt. of India). Students can work as part-time employees from the 2nd year onwards, gaining real-time project experience. The department also supports government-funded and non-government projects in Big Data, AI, Machine Learning, and Cryptography.

Ques. How many lateral entry seats are available in B.Tech Artificial Intelligence at AJCE?

Ans. The total intake for B.Tech (Artificial Intelligence) at AJCE is 60 seats. Lateral entry seats are a subset of this, typically around 10% of the total intake (approximately 6 seats), subject to availability and LBS allotment norms.

Ques. What certifications can AI lateral entry students pursue at AJCE?

Ans. AI students at AJCE can pursue RedHat Certifications (RHCSA & RHCE), CCNA certification, NPTEL and Coursera certifications, and IIT Bombay digital certificates through the Spoken Tutorial/FOSSE programme. The department also supports ASAP (Additional Skill Acquisition Programme) certifications in AI and Data Science.