Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

The B.Tech Lateral Entry in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) at GTBIT is a 3-year full-time undergraduate programme (2nd year onwards) affiliated to Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU), New Delhi. This programme is designed for diploma holders in Electrical, Electronics, or related engineering disciplines who wish to earn a full B.Tech degree. The curriculum covers Power Systems, Control Systems, Electrical Machines, Power Electronics, Microprocessors, and Analog & Digital Electronics. The total fees for the programme are approximately Rs. 5.77 lakh for the 3-year duration, and admission is based on GGSIPU CET (Code 128) merit. The programme is offered in full-time on-campus mode with a seat intake of approximately 30 seats under the lateral entry quota.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session are upcoming. Based on the 2025-26 cycle, the GGSIPU LE B.Tech (Code 128) registration typically opens in May and counselling rounds are conducted in July-August. For 2026-27, registration for IPU CET is open from February 2, 2026 to March 31, 2026, with the exam scheduled between April 25 and May 17, 2026.

Key Points

Direct admission to 2nd year of B.Tech EEE, saving one year compared to regular B.Tech
70% of seats are reserved for Sikh minority students (DSGMC quota); minority certificate required from DSGMC website
Admission is fully centralized through GGSIPU online counselling; no direct admission at college level
GTBIT is AICTE-approved and affiliated to GGSIPU, with well-equipped EEE labs
Graduates can pursue careers in power sector, manufacturing, automation, and core electrical industries

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GTBIT B.Tech Lateral EEE Fees

The total fee for the B.Tech Lateral Entry (EEE) programme at GTBIT for Academic Session 2026-27 is Rs. 1,92,200 per year. This includes tuition fees of Rs. 1,50,700, university dues of Rs. 20,000, and other charges. Over the 3-year programme duration, the total approximate cost comes to Rs. 5,76,600. The caution money (Rs. 10,000) and book bank deposit (Rs. 4,000 out of Rs. 6,000) are refundable at the time of leaving the institution.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount (Per Year 2025-26)
Tuition Fee	Rs. 1,50,700
University Other Dues	Rs. 20,000
Book Bank (Rs. 4,000 Refundable)	Rs. 6,000
Caution Money (Refundable)	Rs. 10,000
Alumni Contribution Fund (One-time)	Rs. 2,000
Examination Fee	Rs. 3,000
Innovation & Incubation Fee	Rs. 500
Total Fees (Per Year)	Rs. 1,92,200

Caution Money of Rs. 10,000 is fully refundable at the time of leaving the institution.
Book Bank deposit: Rs. 4,000 out of Rs. 6,000 is refundable.
Alumni Contribution Fund of Rs. 2,000 is a one-time payment.
At the time of provisional admission at GGSIPU, Rs. 96,000 is paid; the balance Rs. 96,200 is paid at the time of reporting at the institute.
Hostel facility is not available at GTBIT campus; students need to arrange their own accommodation.
Fee is as per the 6th State Fee Regulatory Committee notification dated July 14, 2025 (Directorate of Higher Education, Delhi).

GTBIT B.Tech Lateral EEE Admission 2026

Admissions to the B.Tech Lateral Entry (EEE) programme at GTBIT are conducted through the centralized online counselling process of GGSIPU under CET Code 128 (for Diploma holders) and Code 129 (for B.Sc graduates). The 2025-26 admission cycle saw registration open in May 2025, with counselling rounds conducted in July-August 2025. For 2026-27, IPU CET registration is currently open (February 2 to March 31, 2026), and the exam is scheduled from April 25 to May 17, 2026.

GTBIT / GGSIPU LE B.Tech Admission Dates

Event	Tentative Date (2026-27)
IPU CET Registration Opens	February 2, 2026
IPU CET Registration Closes	March 31, 2026
IPU CET Admit Card	April 1, 2026 (Tentative)
IPU CET Exam (LE B.Tech Code 128/129)	April 25 - May 17, 2026
IPU CET Result	June 1, 2026 (Tentative)
GGSIPU LE B.Tech Counselling Round 1	July 2026 (Tentative)
GGSIPU LE B.Tech Counselling Round 2	July-August 2026 (Tentative)
Spot Rounds / Special Rounds	August 2026 (Tentative)
Commencement of Classes	August 2026 (Tentative)

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Event	Date
IPU CET (LE B.Tech Code 128)	Registration Start	February 2, 2026
IPU CET (LE B.Tech Code 128)	Registration End	March 31, 2026
IPU CET (LE B.Tech Code 128)	Admit Card	April 1, 2026 (Tentative)
IPU CET (LE B.Tech Code 128)	Exam Date	April 25 - May 17, 2026
IPU CET (LE B.Tech Code 128)	Result	June 1, 2026 (Tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates must have passed a 3-year Diploma in Electrical/Electronics/related Engineering from a recognized institution with at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST candidates).
Alternatively, B.Sc graduates with Mathematics as a subject and at least 45% marks are eligible (Code 129).
Candidates must have appeared in IPU CET (Code 128 for Diploma holders / Code 129 for B.Sc graduates).

Admission Process:

Register on the GGSIPU admissions portal (ipu.admissions.nic.in) and pay the application fee.
Appear for IPU CET (Code 128/129) or submit qualifying exam scores as applicable.
Participate in GGSIPU centralized online counselling - register, pay counselling participation fee, fill choices/preferences.
Receive allotment result and pay part academic fee at GGSIPU portal.
Report physically at GTBIT with original documents for verification and complete admission formalities.
Pay balance fee at the institute at the time of reporting.

GTBIT B.Tech Lateral EEE Scholarships 2026

GTBIT students are eligible for a range of government and institutional scholarships. The college actively notifies students about scholarship opportunities through its official notice board. Students from SC/ST/OBC/Minority communities and economically weaker sections have access to multiple state and central government schemes.

Available Scholarships

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount
Post-Matric Scholarship (SC Students, Delhi)	SC students, Delhi domicile	As per government norms
OBC/SC/ST Scholarship (e-District Portal, Delhi)	SC/ST/OBC students, Delhi domicile	As per government norms
Centrally Sponsored Scholarship (SC/OBC, Delhi)	SC/OBC students, Delhi state	As per government norms
Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (Minority)	Minority students in professional colleges	As per government norms
AICTE Pragati Scholarship (Girl Students)	Girl students in AICTE-approved institutions	Rs. 50,000 per year
PM-USP CSSS (Uchchtar Shiksha Protsahan)	Economically weaker students	As per government norms
Reliance Foundation UG Scholarship	Merit-based, all categories	Up to Rs. 2,00,000
Infosys Foundation STEM Stars Scholarship	Female students in STEM	As per scheme norms
DXC Progressing Minds Scholarship	Merit-cum-means basis	As per scheme norms
GGSIPU EWS Financial Assistance Scheme	EWS students of GGSIPU	As per university norms
IET India Scholarship Award	Engineering students	As per scheme norms
Kotak Kanya Scholarship	Girl students	Up to Rs. 1,50,000

Most government scholarships require Delhi domicile and category certificates.
Applications for state-sponsored scholarships are typically invited in August-October each year via the e-District portal.
AICTE Pragati Scholarship applications are invited in August-September each year.
Students should regularly check the GTBIT official notice board for scholarship announcements and deadlines.

GTBIT B.Tech Lateral EEE FAQs

Ques. Is B.Tech EEE Lateral Entry at GTBIT a good option for diploma holders in Electrical Engineering?

Ans. Yes, GTBIT offers a well-structured EEE programme with AICTE approval and GGSIPU affiliation. Diploma holders in Electrical or Electronics Engineering can directly enter the 2nd year and complete their B.Tech in 3 years. The programme provides a strong foundation for careers in the power sector, manufacturing, and automation industries.

Ques. What career options are available after B.Tech EEE from GTBIT?

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers in power generation and distribution companies (BSES, TATA Power, NTPC), manufacturing firms, automation companies, and government PSUs like BHEL, ONGC, and DMRC. They can also appear for GATE to pursue M.Tech or PSU recruitment. Software and IT companies also recruit EEE graduates for technical roles.

Ques. How many seats are available for Lateral Entry EEE at GTBIT?

Ans. GTBIT offers approximately 30 seats under the Lateral Entry B.Tech quota (Code 128) for EEE. Of these, 70% are reserved for Sikh minority students and the remaining 30% are open/general category seats.

Ques. Can a diploma holder in Electronics & Communication apply for B.Tech EEE Lateral Entry at GTBIT?

Ans. Yes, diploma holders in Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) are generally eligible to apply for B.Tech EEE lateral entry through GGSIPU CET Code 128. However, it is advisable to verify the exact list of eligible diploma branches in the official GGSIPU admission brochure for the relevant year.

Ques. Is there any management quota for lateral entry at GTBIT?

Ans. No, GTBIT does not have a management quota for lateral entry admissions. All seats are filled through the centralized GGSIPU online counselling process. Students should be wary of any agents claiming to secure seats outside this process.

Ques. What is the scope of B.Tech EEE compared to B.Tech ECE for lateral entry students at GTBIT?

Ans. B.Tech EEE focuses on power systems, electrical machines, and control systems, making it ideal for core electrical industry roles. B.Tech ECE focuses on communication systems, signal processing, and embedded systems, which is more aligned with telecom and electronics industries. Both are valid choices depending on the student's diploma background and career interests.