Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 31, 2026

The B.Tech Lateral Entry in Computer Science and Engineering with specialisation in Internet of Things (IoT) at KCC Institute of Technology and Management (KCCITM), Greater Noida, is a 3-year full-time undergraduate programme affiliated to Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) and approved by AICTE. The programme is designed for diploma holders and B.Sc. graduates who wish to directly enter the second year of B.Tech, covering core areas such as wireless sensor networks, embedded systems, IoT applications, machine learning, and smart city technologies. The total course fee is Rs. 3,60,000 for the entire 3-year duration (6 semesters at Rs. 60,000 per semester), making it an affordable option in the Delhi-NCR region. Admission is through UPTAC counselling based on CUET UG scores, and the programme offers approximately 30 seats. IoT is one of the fastest-growing technology domains globally, with an estimated 21+ billion connected devices projected by 2026, making this specialisation highly relevant for students seeking careers in smart systems, automation, and connected technologies.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic session are upcoming. UPTAC counselling for B.Tech Lateral Entry is tentatively scheduled to begin in July-August 2026, following the CUET UG 2026 results. The CUET UG 2026 exam is scheduled from May 11 to May 31, 2026, and results are expected in early July 2026. Students who have not yet appeared for CUET UG should register at cuet.nta.nic.in before the deadline.

Key Points

The programme is a lateral entry route, allowing diploma holders (3-year polytechnic diploma in any engineering branch) and B.Sc. graduates (with Mathematics at 10+2 level) to directly join the 2nd year of B.Tech.
KCCITM is affiliated to AKTU (formerly UPTU), one of the largest technical universities in India, ensuring a recognised and industry-accepted degree.
The IoT specialisation covers unique subjects such as IoT Application Development, Wireless Sensor Networks, Embedded Systems, Sensor Technology and Instrumentation, and Machine Learning, in addition to core CSE subjects.
The institute has training tie-ups with Texas Instruments, Autodesk, Oracle Academy, Microsoft IT Academy, Red Hat Academy, Cisco Networking Academy, and e-Yantra Lab, providing students with industry-relevant certifications.
KCCITM has a dedicated placement cell with 250+ companies visiting for recruitment, with the highest national package of Rs. 14.2 LPA and highest international package of Rs. 31 LPA.
The campus is located in Knowledge Park III, Greater Noida, just 10 minutes from Knowledge Park II Metro Station and 2 minutes from the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway.

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KCCITM B.Tech IoT Fees

The total tuition fee for the B.Tech Lateral Entry (IoT) programme at KCCITM is Rs. 3,60,000 for the complete 3-year (6-semester) duration, at Rs. 60,000 per semester. This is consistent with all other B.Tech specialisations at KCCITM as per the official fee structure for 2026-27. Hostel accommodation is available on campus but is optional, with fees ranging from Rs. 90,000 to Rs. 1,65,000 per annum depending on room type and occupancy.

Tuition Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (Per Semester)	Amount (Total - 6 Semesters)
Tuition Fee	Rs. 60,000	Rs. 3,60,000
Other Charges (Development, Exam, etc.)	Included in tuition	Included
Total Fees (Tuition)	Rs. 60,000	Rs. 3,60,000

Hostel Fees (Optional)

Room Type	Annual Fee
Dormitory (AC)	Rs. 90,000
Triple Occupancy (Cooler Room)	Rs. 90,000
Triple Occupancy (AC Room)	Rs. 1,10,000
Double Occupancy (Cooler Room)	Rs. 1,10,000
Double Occupancy (AC Room)	Rs. 1,30,000
Single Occupancy (Cooler Room)	Rs. 1,35,000
Single Occupancy (AC Room)	Rs. 1,65,000

Hostel fees are optional and not mandatory for the course.
Hostel fees include meals (4 times a day), laundry, Wi-Fi, gym, and housekeeping.
Education loans are available from nationalised banks including SBI, PNB, and Bank of Baroda.
EMI/instalment options may be available; students are advised to confirm with the admissions office.
The institute-level merit scholarship is applicable only in the first semester for lateral entry students joining through direct/management quota.

KCCITM B.Tech IoT Admission 2026

Admissions to the B.Tech Lateral Entry (IoT) programme at KCCITM are conducted through UPTAC (Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling), managed by AKTU. For the 2026-27 session, CUET UG 2026 scores are the primary basis for lateral entry counselling. The counselling process is entirely online at uptac.admissions.nic.in. Students who qualify through UPTAC counselling are allotted seats based on merit and choice filling; management quota seats (15%) are filled directly by the institute.

KCCITM B.Tech Lateral Entry Admission Dates

Event	Tentative Date
UPTAC Lateral Entry Registration Opens	July 2026
UPTAC Lateral Entry Choice Filling	July - August 2026
UPTAC Lateral Entry Round 1 Seat Allotment	August 2026
UPTAC Lateral Entry Round 2 Seat Allotment	August 2026
UPTAC Lateral Entry Special Round	September 2026
Physical Reporting at KCCITM	August - September 2026
Academic Session Begins	September - October 2026

Exam Dates

Exam	Event	Date
CUET UG 2026	Registration Start	January 3, 2026
CUET UG 2026	Registration End	February 26, 2026
CUET UG 2026	Admit Card Release	May 5, 2026 (Tentative)
CUET UG 2026	Exam Dates	May 11 - May 31, 2026
CUET UG 2026	Answer Key Release	June 17, 2026 (Tentative)
CUET UG 2026	Result Declaration	July 4, 2026 (Tentative)
UPTAC Lateral Entry Counselling	Registration and Counselling	July - September 2026 (Tentative)

Note: CUET UG is the primary exam accepted for B.Tech Lateral Entry through UPTAC. In the special round, candidates may also be considered based on their Diploma in Engineering marks directly.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Passed a minimum 3-year Diploma examination in ANY branch of Engineering and Technology (except Agriculture Engineering, Pharmacy, and Architecture) with at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST candidates) from an institution recognised by BTEUP or equivalent.
OR Passed B.Sc. Degree from a UGC-recognised university with at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST), with Mathematics as a subject at 10+2 level. (B.Sc. candidates are allotted seats only if vacancies remain after Diploma candidates.)
OR Passed D.Voc. stream in the same or allied sector from an institution recognised by BTEUP or equivalent.

Admission Process

Appear for CUET UG 2026 (for UPTAC counselling route) or hold a valid Diploma/B.Sc. qualification.
Register on the UPTAC portal at uptac.admissions.nic.in and pay the registration fee of Rs. 1,000.
Upload required documents and complete online document verification.
Fill in college and course choices in order of preference.
Check seat allotment result and pay seat acceptance fee (Rs. 20,000 for General/OBC; Rs. 12,000 for SC/ST).
Choose to Freeze or Float the allotted seat.
Physically report to KCCITM on the date specified in the allotment letter with original documents.
For management quota seats, apply directly at admissions.kccitm.edu.in and attend institute-level counselling.

KCCITM B.Tech IoT Scholarships 2026

KCCITM offers a range of scholarships for B.Tech Lateral Entry students, including merit-based, sports, defence, and government-funded scholarships for reserved categories and minorities. The merit scholarship is applicable only in the first semester for students joining through direct/management quota. Students admitted through UPTAC counselling are generally not eligible for the institute's merit scholarship in the first semester.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Benefit
Merit Scholarship (90% and above in qualifying exam)	Students with 90%+ marks	100% of 1st semester fee waived
Merit Scholarship (80% to 89%)	Students with 80%-89% marks	50% of 1st semester fee waived
Merit Scholarship (75% to 79%)	Students with 75%-79% marks	25% of 1st semester fee waived
Merit Scholarship (70% to 74%)	Students with 70%-74% marks	15% of 1st semester fee waived
Sports Scholarship - Zonal Level	Zonal-level sports players	5% of fee per year
Sports Scholarship - State Level	State-level sports players	15% of fee per year
Sports Scholarship - National Level	National-level sports players	25% of fee per year
Defence Scholarship	Children/wards of defence personnel and ex-servicemen	10% of tuition fee per semester
SC/ST/OBC Government Scholarship	Reserved category students	As per UP State Government norms
Economically Weaker Section (EWS) Scholarship	EWS students	As per Central/State Government norms
Minority (MOMA) Scholarship	Minority community students	As per momascholarship.gov.in
Pragati Scholarship (AICTE)	Girl students in technical education	As per AICTE norms
J&K Scholarship (AICTE)	Students from Jammu and Kashmir	As per AICTE norms
Scholarship for Students with Disabilities	Differently-abled students	As per depwd.gov.in

The merit scholarship is applicable only in the first semester and is not renewable.
Sports and defence scholarships are applicable every year throughout the course duration.
Government scholarships (SC/ST/OBC, EWS, Minority, etc.) are applied for separately through the respective government portals and are not directly disbursed by the institute.
Students must produce relevant certificates at the time of admission to avail scholarships.
Application deadlines for government scholarships vary; students should check the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) for current deadlines.

KCCITM B.Tech IoT Placement 2026

Placement Highlights

Placement Metric	Details
Companies Visiting	250+
Highest National Package	Rs. 14.2 LPA
Highest International Package	Rs. 31 LPA

KCCITM B.Tech IoT FAQs

Ques. I have completed a 3-year Diploma in Computer Science. Am I eligible for B.Tech Lateral Entry in IoT at KCCITM?

Ans. Yes, you are eligible. KCCITM accepts candidates who have passed a 3-year Diploma in ANY branch of Engineering and Technology (recognised by BTEUP or equivalent) with at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST). Your Diploma in Computer Science qualifies you for lateral entry into the 2nd year of B.Tech (IoT). You will need to appear for CUET UG 2026 and register for UPTAC counselling.

Ques. What is the difference between B.Tech IoT (regular 4-year) and B.Tech Lateral Entry IoT (3-year) at KCCITM?

Ans. The regular B.Tech IoT is a 4-year programme for students who have passed Class 12 with PCM. The Lateral Entry programme is a 3-year programme for diploma holders and B.Sc. graduates who directly join the 2nd year, skipping the 1st year. Both programmes lead to the same B.Tech degree from AKTU and have the same fee per semester (Rs. 60,000), but the lateral entry programme costs less overall (Rs. 3,60,000 vs Rs. 4,80,000 for the regular programme).

Ques. Is CUET UG mandatory for B.Tech Lateral Entry admission at KCCITM through UPTAC?

Ans. CUET UG is the primary exam for UPTAC lateral entry counselling in regular rounds. However, in the Special Round of UPTAC counselling, candidates can also be considered directly on the basis of their Diploma in Engineering marks, B.Sc. degree, or D.Voc. qualification, without a CUET UG score. So if you missed CUET UG, you may still get a chance through the special round.

Ques. Does KCCITM offer hostel facilities for lateral entry students? Is it mandatory?

Ans. Yes, KCCITM has on-campus hostel facilities for both male and female students. Hostel accommodation is completely optional and not mandatory. Fees range from Rs. 90,000 per annum (dormitory/triple occupancy with cooler) to Rs. 1,65,000 per annum (single occupancy AC room), inclusive of meals (4 times daily), laundry, Wi-Fi, and gym. Seats are allotted on a first-come, first-served basis, and availability may be limited as the student count is growing.

Ques. What kind of jobs can I get after completing B.Tech Lateral Entry in IoT from KCCITM?

Ans. Graduates of B.Tech IoT from KCCITM can pursue roles such as IoT Solutions Developer, Embedded Systems Engineer, Network Engineer, Smart Systems Analyst, Automation Engineer, and Cloud IoT Architect. The institute has a strong placement cell with 250+ companies visiting annually, including TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCL, Cognizant, Capgemini, and Accenture. The highest national package offered is Rs. 14.2 LPA. IoT professionals are in high demand across sectors like manufacturing, healthcare, smart cities, agriculture, and logistics.

Ques. Can I apply for management quota seats at KCCITM for B.Tech Lateral Entry IoT without UPTAC counselling?

Ans. Yes, 15% of seats at KCCITM are filled through the management quota directly by the institute. For management quota admission, you can apply directly at admissions.kccitm.edu.in, submit your Diploma/B.Sc. marksheets, and attend institute-level counselling. Management quota seats do not require UPTAC counselling or CUET UG scores. However, you should contact the admissions office at 9210065555 for the exact process and availability of management quota seats for the 2026-27 session.