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The Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) Lateral Entry in Artificial Intelligence (AI) at Bharat Institute of Technology (BIT), Meerut is a 3-year full-time undergraduate engineering program (direct entry into the 2nd year) affiliated to Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow, and approved by AICTE. Designed for diploma holders in engineering or B.Sc. graduates, the program provides in-depth knowledge of AI algorithms, neural networks, natural language processing (NLP), computer vision, robotics, and intelligent systems. The total tuition fee for the 3-year program is approximately Rs. 2.40 Lakhs. Admission is through UPTAC (Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling) based on diploma marks. The course is popular among diploma holders seeking to specialize in the rapidly growing AI domain.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session are expected to open through UPTAC in August-September 2026, following the pattern of the 2025 counselling schedule. The UPTAC B.Tech Lateral Entry counselling for 2025 was conducted in August-September 2025, with a special round registration held from 08-09-2025 to 10-09-2025. For 2026-27, students should monitor the official UPTAC portal at uptac.admissions.nic.in for the updated schedule.

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Affiliated to AKTU (Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University), Lucknow, and approved by AICTE
Direct lateral entry into the 2nd year for diploma holders, saving one year of study
Curriculum covers AI algorithms, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, NLP, Computer Vision, Robotics, and Intelligent Systems
Industry collaborations with Oracle, VMware, Amazon, Wipro, and other leading tech companies
Active placement cell (CADC) with 230+ companies visiting for campus recruitment
Located on Delhi-Dehradun Highway, Meerut, with excellent connectivity to Delhi NCR

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BIT B.Tech Lateral AI Fees

The B.Tech Lateral Entry (Artificial Intelligence) program at BIT Meerut has a tuition fee of Rs. 80,088 per year (as per the 2024-25 fee structure). Over the 3-year program, the total tuition fee amounts to Rs. 2,40,264. Hostel accommodation is available at an additional Rs. 70,000 per year. Other charges including registration, security deposit (refundable), and insurance are charged separately.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (Per Year)	Total (3 Years)
Tuition Fee	Rs. 80,088	Rs. 2,40,264
Hostel Fee (Optional)	Rs. 70,000	Rs. 2,10,000
Other Charges (Registration, Insurance, etc.)	As applicable	As applicable
Total Fees (Without Hostel)	Rs. 80,088	Rs. 2,40,264
Total Fees (With Hostel)	Rs. 1,50,088	Rs. 4,50,264

Security deposit is refundable at the time of leaving the institution
Tuition fee is subject to revision by the Honorable Fee Committee
Other charges (registration, insurance, etc.) are charged separately and are not included in the tuition fee
Hostel is optional; total fees without hostel is Rs. 2,40,264 for the full 3-year program
No donation or capitation fee is charged at BIT Meerut

BIT B.Tech Lateral AI Admission 2026

Admissions to B.Tech Lateral Entry (Artificial Intelligence) at BIT Meerut are conducted through UPTAC (Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling) based on diploma marks. The counselling involves online registration, document verification, choice filling, seat allotment, and physical reporting. 85% of seats are filled through state quota (UP domicile) and 15% through other state quota. An additional 15% of total seats are available under the Management Quota for direct admission.

Important Dates

Event	Tentative Date (2026)
UPTAC B.Tech Lateral Registration Opens	August 2026 (Tentative)
Document Verification	August 2026 (Tentative)
Choice Filling	August 2026 (Tentative)
Round 1 Seat Allotment	August-September 2026 (Tentative)
Physical Reporting	September 2026 (Tentative)
Special Round Registration	September 2026 (Tentative)
Classes Begin	October 2026 (Tentative)

Exam/Process Details

Exam/Process	Details
UPTAC Counselling	Based on diploma marks; no separate entrance exam required
Direct Admission	Available for 15% Management Quota seats

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed a 3-year Engineering Diploma in any branch of engineering (except Agriculture Engineering, Pharmacy, and Architecture) without any grace marks, with a minimum of 50% marks
Alternatively, candidates with a 3-year B.Sc. degree with minimum 50% marks plus Mathematics in 10+2 are also eligible
Candidates must be domiciled in Uttar Pradesh for state quota seats (85%); 15% seats are open to candidates from other states

Admission Process

Register on the official UPTAC portal at uptac.admissions.nic.in
Pay the counselling registration fee (non-refundable)
Upload required documents and complete document verification
Fill in college and course preferences (choice filling)
Seat allotment is done based on diploma marks and category
Report physically to BIT Meerut with all original documents within the stipulated time
Pay the admission fee and complete enrollment formalities
15% seats under Management Quota can be filled through direct admission at the college level

BIT B.Tech Lateral AI Scholarships 2026

BIT Meerut offers merit-based fee waiver scholarships to students. Government scholarships under UP state and central schemes are also applicable.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount
BIT Merit Scholarship (90% and above in Diploma)	90% or above in Diploma	40% fee waiver per year
BIT Merit Scholarship (80%-89.9% in Diploma)	80%-89.9% in Diploma	Rs. 15,000 per year
BIT Merit Scholarship (70%-79.9% in Diploma)	70%-79.9% in Diploma	Rs. 10,000 per year
Girl Student Scholarship (Beti Bachao Beti Padhao)	All girl students	Rs. 5,000 additional per year
UP Post-Matric Scholarship	SC/ST/OBC students from UP	As per state government norms
Central Government Scholarships	As per eligibility	As per scheme

Scholarships are subject to annual renewal based on academic performance
Government scholarships require separate application through the respective portals
The Beti Bachao Beti Padhao scholarship of Rs. 5,000 is available to all girl students in addition to other scholarships
Students Credit Card scheme is also available at BIT Meerut

BIT B.Tech Lateral AI Placement 2026

BIT Meerut has a dedicated placement cell (CADC - Corporate Affairs Development Center) that actively facilitates campus recruitment. In the 2024-25 placement season, 230+ companies visited the campus, generating 320+ placement offers with a highest package of 25 LPA. Key recruiters include TCS, HCL, Infosys, Tech Mahindra, Cloud Analogy, Unified Cloud, DWAO, Webkul, XORlabs, and others.

Placement Statistics

Placement Metric	2024-25
Companies Visited	230+
Placement Offers Generated	320+
Highest Package	25 LPA
Key Recruiters	TCS, HCL, Infosys, Tech Mahindra, Cloud Analogy, Unified Cloud

BIT B.Tech Lateral AI FAQs

Ques. What is the duration of B.Tech Lateral Entry (Artificial Intelligence) at BIT Meerut?

Ans. The B.Tech Lateral Entry program is a 3-year program (6 semesters), as students enter directly into the 2nd year of the 4-year B.Tech program after completing a 3-year Engineering Diploma or B.Sc.

Ques. Can a diploma holder in Electronics Engineering apply for B.Tech Lateral Entry (AI) at BIT Meerut?

Ans. Yes, diploma holders from any engineering branch (except Agriculture Engineering, Pharmacy, and Architecture) with minimum 50% marks can apply for B.Tech Lateral Entry in Artificial Intelligence at BIT Meerut.

Ques. Is there a separate entrance exam for B.Tech Lateral Entry (AI) at BIT Meerut?

Ans. No separate entrance exam is required. Admission is based on diploma marks through UPTAC counselling. Candidates need to register on the UPTAC portal and participate in the counselling process.

Ques. What is the difference between B.Tech Lateral Entry (AI) and B.Tech Lateral Entry (AI & ML) at BIT Meerut?

Ans. B.Tech Lateral Entry (AI) focuses broadly on artificial intelligence including robotics, NLP, and computer vision, while B.Tech Lateral Entry (AI & ML) specifically combines AI with machine learning techniques. Both programs have significant overlap but differ in their specialization depth.

Ques. What career opportunities are available after B.Tech Lateral Entry (AI) from BIT Meerut?

Ans. Graduates can work as AI engineers, machine learning engineers, data scientists, NLP engineers, and computer vision specialists. Companies like TCS, HCL, Infosys, and numerous AI startups actively recruit AI professionals.

Ques. Are hostel facilities available for B.Tech Lateral Entry (AI) students at BIT Meerut?

Ans. Yes, BIT Meerut has separate hostel facilities for boys and girls. The hostel fee is Rs. 70,000 per year. Hostel accommodation is optional and not mandatory for admission.

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