MNR College of Engineering and Technology Sangareddy B.Tech {Lateral} Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning): Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total course fee for the 3-year B.Tech Lateral Entry in CSE with AI and Machine Learning at MNRCET is INR 1,80,000. This covers the complete three-year programme, and the fee structure is uniform across all lateral entry branches at MNRCET. Students from reserved communities in Telangana may apply for the TS ePass scholarship, which covers full tuition fees, significantly reducing the effective cost of the programme for eligible candidates.

Ans. Admission to the B.Tech Lateral Entry programme in CSE with AI and Machine Learning at MNRCET is through TG ECET 2026, held on May 15, 2026, with results declared on May 29, 2026. Phase 1 counselling ran from June 15 to 27, 2026. Candidates not allotted in Phase 1 must register for Phase 2 counselling, which opens July 4, 2026, on the TSCHE portal. Phase 2 allotment and reporting are scheduled for July 25-28, 2026.

Ans. Diploma holders in Computer Science Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent branches from a recognised polytechnic with a minimum aggregate of 45% (40% for SC/ST/OBC) are eligible. A valid TG ECET 2026 rank is required to participate in TSCHE state counselling. Diploma holders who appeared in the final examination but are awaiting results may apply provisionally, subject to clearing all subjects before the admission is confirmed by the college.

Ans. The B.Tech Lateral Entry in CSE AI and Machine Learning at MNRCET is a 3-year programme granting direct admission into the second year of the B.Tech course. Students join the regular second-year batch and cover the remaining three years of the four-year B.Tech curriculum, including core CSE subjects and specialised AI and ML coursework. The degree awarded by JNTUH upon successful completion is equivalent to a regular B.Tech degree and is widely accepted for employment and higher studies.

Ans. Lateral entry students enrolled in B.Tech CSE AI and ML at MNRCET can apply for the TS ePass scholarship, which provides full tuition fee reimbursement to Telangana domicile students from BC, SC, ST, EBC, or minority communities with family income below the prescribed ceiling. The Central Government’s Post-Matric Scholarship offers additional support to SC/ST students with annual income below INR 2.5 Lakhs. Both are applied through their respective portals: the TS ePass portal and the National Scholarship Portal.

Ans. The B.Tech Lateral Entry academic session at MNRCET for 2026 is expected to begin in August 2026, after completion of TG ECET Phase 2 counselling and physical reporting at the college. Candidates allotted in Phase 2 must report to MNRCET between July 25 and 28, 2026. The exact commencement date will be confirmed by MNRCET and JNTUH once all admission rounds are complete. Students should check the official TSCHE portal and MNRCET notice board for updates.