GCELT B.Tech Lateral IT Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Year 1 Fee (Sems 1-2)	INR 31,450
Year 2 Fee (Sems 3-4)	INR 26,400
Year 3 Fee (Sems 5-6)	INR 26,400
Total Fees (3 Years)	INR 84,250

INR 84,250 total for three years at government institution rates.

Year 1 fee includes one-time admission and registration charges.

Hostel available for boys at nominal charges. Apply at gcelt.gov.in.

GCELT B.Tech Lateral IT Admission 2026

Event	Date
JELET 2026 Exam	June 13, 2026
JELET (WBJEEB) Registration End	June 13, 2026
MAKAUT B.Tech Lateral Counselling	July to August 2026 (Tentative)
Academic Session Begins	August 2026 (Tentative)
JELET 2026 Result	Early July
JELET (WBJEEB) Exam Date	Early July
JELET (WBJEEB) Result	Diploma in Information Technology or equivalent, 45% marks. WB lateral entry for MAKAUT colleges.

Admission via JELET 2026 score and MAKAUT lateral counselling.

Confirm details and seat availability at gcelt.gov.in.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold a 3-year Diploma in Information Technology or a related discipline from a recognised polytechnic with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST candidates).

A valid JELET 2026 score is mandatory. JELET is conducted by WBJEEB and is the entrance for B.Tech lateral entry at all MAKAUT-affiliated colleges in West Bengal.

After JELET results, candidates participate in MAKAUT lateral counselling at wbjeeb.in and submit preferences for GCELT Kolkata.

Admission Process

After JELET results (expected Early July), register for MAKAUT centralised lateral counselling at wbjeeb.in and fill preferences for GCELT Kolkata.

MAKAUT prepares a rank-based merit list. Allotted candidates receive a seat allotment letter for GCELT Kolkata.

Report to GCELT with all original documents (diploma marksheets, JELET scorecard, transfer certificate, category certificate if applicable) for verification.

Pay the first-year fee at the college cashier and complete MAKAUT enrolment formalities to confirm B.Tech Lateral IT admission at GCELT.

✓ Opt for this if

Diploma IT holders seeking government B.Tech near Kolkata
West Bengal diploma graduates qualifying JELET for GCELT
Students wanting affordable MAKAUT B.Tech IT programme
Diploma holders targeting web development and IT roles
Local students preferring government institution with legacy

✗ Skip if

Students wanting private college brand for IT placements
Candidates seeking placement at top multinational IT firms
Students needing advanced research facilities for IT projects
Aspirants targeting pan-India software company placements

GCELT B.Tech Lateral IT Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means (WB Govt)	As per government norms	75% or above in qualifying exam. Apply via WB scholarship portal.
Post-Matric Scholarship (Central Govt)	As per government norms	SC/ST/OBC/EBC students. Apply at scholarships.gov.in.
Kanyashree (WB Govt)	As per government norms	Female students. Apply via WB Kanyashree portal.
National Scholarship Portal (NSP)	As per government norms	Minority and eligible categories. Apply at scholarships.gov.in.
Merit Scholarship (WB Govt)	As per government norms	Outstanding merit. Confirm details at gcelt.gov.in.

Confirm eligibility at the GCELT admissions office.

WB government scholarships: apply via WB scholarship portal.

SC/ST/OBC students apply at scholarships.gov.in.

GCELT B.Tech Lateral IT FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for B.Tech Lateral IT at GCELT Kolkata?

Ans. The total fee for the 3-year B.Tech Lateral IT at GCELT Kolkata is INR 84,250. As a government institution, fees are subsidised. Hostel is available for boys at nominal charges.

Ques. Which entrance exam is required for B.Tech Lateral at GCELT Kolkata?

Ans. Admission requires a valid JELET 2026 score. JELET is conducted by WBJEEB and is the mandatory lateral entry test for B.Tech at all MAKAUT-affiliated colleges in West Bengal, including GCELT. All seats are filled through WBJEEB centralised counselling.

Ques. What is the eligibility for B.Tech Lateral IT at GCELT Kolkata?

Ans. Candidates must hold a 3-year Diploma in Information Technology or a related discipline from a recognised polytechnic with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST). A valid JELET 2026 score is mandatory for MAKAUT lateral counselling.

Ques. Is GCELT Kolkata a government or private college?

Ans. GCELT is a state government institution established in 1919, affiliated to MAKAUT and AICTE-approved. All B.Tech lateral seats are filled exclusively through WBJEEB counselling. There are no management-quota admissions.

Ques. What are the career options after B.Tech Lateral IT from GCELT Kolkata?

Ans. B.Tech Lateral IT graduates from GCELT are prepared for careers in software development, IT infrastructure, web application development. The MAKAUT B.Tech degree qualifies graduates for M.Tech through GATE and PSU recruitment examinations.

Ques. Is JELET mandatory for B.Tech lateral entry at GCELT Kolkata?

Ans. Yes, JELET is mandatory for B.Tech lateral entry at all MAKAUT-affiliated institutions in West Bengal, including GCELT. Candidates must secure a valid JELET 2026 score and participate in MAKAUT centralised counselling at wbjeeb.in to obtain a seat.

GCELT B.Tech {Lateral} Information Technology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

GCELT B.Tech Lateral IT Fees 2026

GCELT B.Tech Lateral IT Admission 2026

Eligibility Criteria

Admission Process

GCELT B.Tech Lateral IT Scholarships 2026

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