Global Institute of Engineering and Technology (GIT), Vellore, Tamil Nadu, offers the B.Tech Lateral Entry programme across 2 specializations: Information Technology and Petroleum Engineering. The 3-year full-time programme is designed for Diploma holders in relevant engineering branches who join directly in the second year of study. Affiliated to Anna University, Chennai, and accredited by NAAC with a B++ grade, GIT delivers structured curricula covering core engineering domains specific to each specialization, preparing graduates for careers in IT firms, oil and gas companies, and related industries. Total fees are INR 1,50,000 for the complete 3-year programme. Admission is through TNEA lateral entry counselling with no separate entrance exam required.
Admissions for the 2026-27 lateral entry B.Tech batch at GIT Vellore are currently open. The application window runs from June 6, 2026, with the last date set as July 5, 2026. TNEA lateral entry counselling allotments are scheduled from June 29, 2026 onwards.
Key Points
- 2 specializations available: Information Technology and Petroleum Engineering
- 3-year full-time lateral entry programme for Diploma holders entering directly in the second year
- Affiliated to Anna University, Chennai and accredited by NAAC with B++ grade
- Admission through TNEA lateral entry counselling based on Diploma aggregate with no additional entrance exam
- Uniform total fee of INR 1,50,000 across both specializations payable at INR 50,000 per year
GIT B.Tech Lateral Fees 2026
Both specializations carry the same fee structure. The total programme fee is INR 1,50,000 for the 3-year duration, making the lateral entry B.Tech at GIT Vellore accessible for Diploma holders transitioning to a full engineering degree.
Course-wise Fee Structure
| Specialization | Total Fees |
|---|
| Information Technology and Petroleum Engineering | INR 1,50,000 |
- Fees are payable at INR 50,000 per academic year across the 3-year programme.
- Hostel accommodation charges are billed separately and are not included in the above fees.
- Fees is subject to change, Please verify with the official sources before taking admission.
GIT B.Tech Lateral Admission 2026
Admission to the lateral entry B.Tech programme at GIT Vellore is conducted entirely through the TNEA lateral entry counselling process managed by the Tamil Nadu government. Eligible Diploma holders register on the TNEA portal, receive seat allotments based on their Diploma aggregate marks, and report to the college for document verification. Management quota seats are also available through direct application at the college.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Form Release | June 6, 2026 |
| Last Date for Application | July 5, 2026 |
| TNEA Lateral Entry Counselling | June 29, 2026 onwards |
- Admission is through TNEA lateral entry counselling conducted by the Tamil Nadu government for all Anna University affiliated institutions.
- Management quota seats are available through direct application at the college admissions office via getedu.in.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| TNEA Lateral Entry Counselling | May 3, 2026 | June 2, 2026 | June 29, 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a 3-year Diploma in a relevant Engineering branch from a recognized Board of Technical Education with a minimum aggregate of 50 percent marks
- B.Sc. graduates with Mathematics as a core subject may also be eligible for certain branches as per Anna University norms
- No separate entrance examination is required for lateral entry admission at GIT Vellore
Admission Process
- Register on the TNEA portal at tneaonline.org for lateral entry counselling using a valid email and mobile number
- Upload Diploma mark sheets, community certificate, and identity proof and pay the counselling registration fee
- Participate in the TNEA lateral entry seat allotment process based on Diploma aggregate marks
- On receiving a seat allotment, report to GIT Vellore with original documents for verification and pay the programme fee within the given deadline
- Candidates seeking management quota seats may apply directly through getedu.in and appear for a personal interview
GIT B.Tech Lateral Scholarships 2026
Lateral entry B.Tech students at GIT Vellore are eligible for a range of state government scholarships and central government merit awards. Applications for most scholarships must be submitted in the first semester of the academic year.
Available Scholarships
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| State Government Merit Scholarship (Tamil Nadu) | INR 3,000 to INR 10,000 per year | Students securing top ranks in TNEA lateral entry counselling based on Diploma merit |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | Full to partial tuition fee | SC and ST students with annual family income below INR 2,50,000 |
| BC/MBC Scholarship (Tamil Nadu) | INR 1,500 to INR 5,000 per year | BC, MBC, and DNC community students as per Tamil Nadu government norms |
| National Scholarship Portal (NSP) Award | INR 12,000 to INR 20,000 per year | Merit-based for students with family income below INR 8,00,000 per annum |
| Education Loan Facility | Up to INR 10 Lakhs | Available through nationalised and scheduled banks for the full programme duration |
- Government scholarship amounts and eligibility criteria are subject to revision based on state and central government notifications.
- Students are advised to apply through the Tamil Nadu e-Scholarships portal and NSP within the first semester of admission.
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