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The B.Tech Lateral Entry in Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering at DKTE Society's Textile and Engineering Institute, Ichalkaranji is a 3-year full-time programme (Direct Second Year entry) for diploma holders and B.Sc. graduates. The programme covers core subjects in electronics, communication systems, signal processing, VLSI design, embedded systems, and microprocessors. DKTE is an autonomous institute affiliated to Shivaji University, Kolhapur, with NBA accreditation and NAAC recognition. The total fees for the programme are approximately Rs. 3,42,837 for the Open/General category over 3 years (based on Rs. 1,14,279 per year for Direct Second Year Degree). Admission is through the Maharashtra CAP process based on diploma/B.Sc. marks.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic year are expected to open tentatively in June-July 2026, based on the 2025-26 schedule. The 2025-26 admissions have been completed. Students are advised to monitor the official DKTE website (dkte.ac.in) and the Maharashtra CET Cell portal (cetcell.mahacet.org) for the 2026-27 schedule.

Key Points

Lateral entry allows diploma holders to directly join the second year of B.Tech, saving one year compared to the regular 4-year programme.
DKTE is an autonomous institute with the flexibility to design its own curriculum, ensuring industry-relevant and updated course content.
The Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering department has strong laboratory infrastructure including VLSI, embedded systems, and communication labs.
Students benefit from DKTE's strong placement record and industry connections in the electronics and telecom sector.
The institute is located in Ichalkaranji, a major industrial town in Maharashtra, providing good internship and placement opportunities.

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DKTE B.Tech Lateral E&TC Fees

The total fees for B.Tech Lateral Entry (Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering) at DKTE over 3 years is approximately Rs. 3,42,837 for the Open/General category (based on Rs. 1,14,279 per year for Direct Second Year Degree as per 2024-25 provisional fee structure). SC/ST candidates pay approximately Rs. 24,837 for the entire programme, while OBC/EBC/EWS candidates pay approximately Rs. 2,04,576.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Open/General (3 Years Total)	OBC/EBC/EWS (3 Years Total)	SC/ST (3 Years Total)
Tuition Fee	Rs. 3,42,837	Rs. 2,04,576	Rs. 24,837
Other Charges	Included above	Included above	Included above
Hostel Fees (Optional)	Rs. 15,000 - 25,000 per year	Rs. 15,000 - 25,000 per year	Rs. 15,000 - 25,000 per year
Total Fees (excl. Hostel)	Rs. 3,42,837	Rs. 2,04,576	Rs. 24,837

Hostel is optional and not mandatory; fees range from Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 25,000 per year depending on room type.
All BC category, EBC, and EWS candidates must fill the scholarship/freeship form after confirmation of admission; otherwise, full fees are applicable.
Parent annual income limit for scholarship/freeship/EBC/EWS: below Rs. 8 Lakhs.
Education loan facility available through NSDL Vidya Lakshmi portal (vidyalakshmi.co.in).
Fees are subject to revision by the Fee Regulating Authority, Maharashtra.
Shivaji University Eligibility Fee Rs. 110 (OHU/OMS: Rs. 310) is additional.

DKTE B.Tech Lateral E&TC Admission 2026

Admissions to B.Tech Lateral Entry (Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering) at DKTE are conducted through the Maharashtra Centralised Admission Process (CAP) for Direct Second Year Degree. The process is merit-based on diploma/B.Sc. marks. The 2025-26 admissions have been completed; the 2026-27 season is expected to follow a similar schedule tentatively from June-July 2026.

College Admission Dates

Event	Tentative Date (2026-27)
Online Registration / CAP Opens	June 2026 (Tentative)
Document Verification	June - July 2026 (Tentative)
CAP Round 1 Choice Filling	July 2026 (Tentative)
CAP Round 1 Seat Allotment	July 2026 (Tentative)
CAP Round 2	August 2026 (Tentative)
Institute Level Admission	August - September 2026 (Tentative)
Commencement of Classes	August/September 2026 (Tentative)

Entrance Exam Dates


No separate entrance examination is required for B.Tech Lateral Entry. Admission is based on diploma/B.Sc. marks through the Maharashtra CAP process. MHT-CET score may be considered for some categories.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Passed Diploma in Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering or relevant branch with at least 45% marks (40% for Backward Class/PwD candidates from Maharashtra).
OR Passed B.Sc. Degree from a UGC-recognised university with at least 45% marks (40% for Backward Class/PwD) and passed HSC with Mathematics as a subject.
Candidates must be Indian nationals.

Admission Process:

Register on the Maharashtra CET Cell portal (cetcell.mahacet.org) for Direct Second Year Degree CAP.
Upload required documents and complete document verification.
Fill in college and course preferences during CAP Round choice filling.
Seat allotment is based on diploma/B.Sc. merit and category.
Report to the allotted institute with original documents and pay the admission fees to confirm the seat.
Institute-level seats are filled after CAP rounds for remaining vacancies; provisional admission available by paying Rs. 5,000 directly to DKTE.

DKTE B.Tech Lateral E&TC Scholarships 2026

DKTE offers a range of government-backed scholarships and fee waivers for eligible students. SC/ST and other reserved category students benefit significantly, with some categories receiving up to 100% tuition fee waiver. Girl students from economically weaker backgrounds also receive full tuition fee waivers.

Scholarship Schemes

Scholarship / Scheme	Category	Benefit
Government Scholarship (EScholarship)	SC, OBC, SBC, VJNT	Up to 100% Tuition Fee (SC/ST); 50% Tuition Fee (OBC/EBC/EWS/SEBC)
E-Tribal Scholarship	ST only	100% Tuition Fee and Development Fee
Tuition Fee Waiver for Girls	Girls with father's income < Rs. 8 Lakhs	100% Tuition Fee
EBC Scholarship for Boys	EBC Boys with father's income < Rs. 8 Lakhs	Tuition Fee Waiver
TFWS (Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme)	Open category, income < Rs. 8 Lakhs	100% Tuition Fee
Minority Scholarship	Minority community students	Rs. 50,000
Vidya Lakshmi Education Loan	All categories	Education loan facilitation

All scholarship/freeship forms must be filled after confirmation of admission; failure to do so requires payment of full fees.
Income limit for most scholarships: parent annual income below Rs. 8 Lakhs.
Caste Validity Certificate is mandatory for SC/ST/OBC/SBC/VJNT scholarship claims.
Non-Creamy Layer Certificate required for OBC/SBC/VJNT candidates.

DKTE B.Tech Lateral E&TC FAQs

Q1. What is the eligibility for B.Tech Lateral Entry (Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering) at DKTE?

Ans. You need to have passed a Diploma in Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering or a relevant branch with at least 45% marks (40% for reserved category candidates from Maharashtra). B.Sc. graduates with Mathematics at HSC level and 45% marks in graduation are also eligible.

Q2. What is the total fee for B.Tech Lateral Entry (E&TC) at DKTE for a general category student?

Ans. The total fees for the 3-year programme (Direct Second Year entry) for Open/General category students is approximately Rs. 3,42,837 (based on Rs. 1,14,279 per year as per the 2024-25 provisional fee structure). Fees are subject to revision.

Q3. How is admission to B.Tech Lateral Entry at DKTE done?

Ans. Admission is through the Maharashtra Centralised Admission Process (CAP) for Direct Second Year Degree, conducted by the Maharashtra CET Cell. Seats are allotted based on diploma/B.Sc. merit and category. Institute-level seats are also available after CAP rounds.

Q4. Is DKTE's B.Tech (Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering) NBA accredited?

Ans. Yes, DKTE is an NBA-accredited and ISO 9001:2015 certified autonomous institute. The Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering programme has strong infrastructure and industry linkages.

Q5. What are the career prospects after B.Tech Lateral Entry (E&TC) from DKTE?

Ans. Graduates can work as electronics engineers, communication engineers, embedded systems developers, VLSI designers, and network engineers in industries such as telecom, defence, automotive, and consumer electronics. DKTE has a strong placement record with companies visiting the campus for recruitment.

Q6. Can I apply for institute-level admission to B.Tech Lateral Entry at DKTE without going through CAP?

Ans. Yes, DKTE offers 20% seats at the institute level. You can apply directly by paying a provisional admission fee of Rs. 5,000 and submitting required documents. However, CAP admission is the primary route and is recommended for reserved category students to avail fee waivers.

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