GCECT B.Tech Lateral IT Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Year 1 Fee (Sems 1-2)	INR 32,001
Year 2 Fee (Sems 3-4)	INR 26,400
Year 3 Fee (Sems 5-6)	INR 26,400
Total Fees (3 Years)	INR 84,801

Fees derived from Tier 1 WBJEEB official semester rates.

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

Boys hostel available at nominal charges. Apply at gcect.ac.in.

GCECT 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	September 2026 (Tentative)
Academic Session Begins	September - October 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 test.

Admission via JELET 2026 score and MAKAUT lateral counselling at wbjeeb.in.

Confirm seat availability and admission schedule at gcect.ac.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 including GCECT Kolkata.

Admission Process

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

MAKAUT prepares a rank-based merit list. Allotted candidates receive a seat allotment letter for GCECT Kolkata B.Tech Lateral programme.

Report to GCECT with original documents including diploma marksheets, JELET scorecard, transfer certificate, and category certificate if applicable.

Pay the Year 1 fee and complete MAKAUT enrolment formalities to confirm B.Tech Lateral IT admission at GCECT Kolkata.

✓ Opt for this if

WB diploma holders in IT or CS seeking B.Tech lateral entry.
Fee-sensitive students at government college rates.
Students targeting IT infrastructure or web dev roles.
JELET qualifiers preferring Kolkata government colleges.

✗ Skip if

Need B.Tech from a top-ranked private institution.
BSc graduates not eligible for JELET lateral path.
Prefer B.Tech outside Kolkata or WB.

GCECT 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 gcect.ac.in.

Confirm eligibility at the GCECT admissions office.

WB government scholarships: apply via WB scholarship portal.

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

GCECT B.Tech Lateral IT FAQs

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

Ans. The total fee for the 3-year B.Tech Lateral IT at GCECT Kolkata is INR 84,801. As a NAAC Grade A state government institution, GCECT offers subsidised fees. Hostel is available for boys at nominal charges. MAKAUT examination fees are charged separately. Confirm the latest fee at gcect.ac.in.

Ques. Which entrance exam is needed for B.Tech Lateral at GCECT Kolkata?

Ans. Admission requires a valid JELET 2026 score. JELET is conducted by WBJEEB and is mandatory for lateral B.Tech entry at all MAKAUT-affiliated colleges in West Bengal including GCECT. All seats are filled through WBJEEB centralised counselling. No direct admissions are available.

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

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

Ques. Is GCECT Kolkata a government or private college?

Ans. GCECT is a state government institution established in 1941 with NAAC Grade A accreditation, AICTE-approval, and MAKAUT affiliation. All B.Tech lateral seats are filled through WBJEEB decentralised counselling. There are no management-quota admissions.

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

Ans. B.Tech Lateral IT graduates from GCECT can build careers in software development, IT infrastructure, network engineering, and web services. GCECT’s placement record shows 83% campus placement in 2024 with packages up to 10 LPA. The MAKAUT B.Tech degree also qualifies graduates for M.Tech through GATE and GATE-based PSU recruitment.

Ques. Is JELET mandatory for B.Tech Lateral entry at GCECT Kolkata?

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

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

GCECT B.Tech Lateral IT Fees 2026

GCECT B.Tech Lateral IT Admission 2026

Eligibility Criteria

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GCECT B.Tech Lateral IT Scholarships 2026

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