Mahatma Gandhi Mission’s College of Engineering and Technology (MGM CoET), Sector 62, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, offers a three-year full-time Bachelor of Technology in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning through lateral entry, starting from the second year. The programme is designed for diploma holders in engineering and is offered by the Department of Computer Science and Engineering. The college is AICTE-approved and affiliated with AKTU (Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University), Lucknow (AKTU code 095). Admission is through UPTAC lateral entry counseling at uptac.admissions.nic.in. Total fees are INR 1,70,295 for the three-year programme. The programme covers machine learning, deep learning, neural networks, natural language processing, computer vision, data science, and AI application development.
MGM CoET Noida B.Tech Lateral admissions for 2026-27 are conducted through UPTAC lateral entry counseling at uptac.admissions.nic.in. Diploma holders in Computer Science and Engineering or a closely related branch are eligible. UPTAC lateral entry registration typically opens in May 2026 following the announcement of diploma results. Candidates secure direct entry to the second year of B.Tech.
Key Points
- B.Tech Lateral Entry in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning at MGM CoET Noida; AICTE-approved, AKTU-affiliated.
- Three-year programme (2nd to 4th year); direct entry for diploma holders.
- Total fees: INR 1,70,295 (INR 55,000/year; Year 1 slightly higher).
- Admission through UPTAC lateral entry counseling based on diploma percentage.
- Eligible diploma backgrounds: Diploma in Computer Science and Engineering and related branches.
MGM CoET Noida B.Tech Lateral CSE (AI and ML) Fees
B.Tech Lateral CSE (AI and ML) Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Year 1 Fee (Tuition + One-time Charges) | INR 60,295 |
| Annual Fee (Years 2 to 3, per year) | INR 55,000 |
| Total Fees (3 Years) | INR 1,70,295 |
- Total programme fees for the 3-year B.Tech Lateral at MGM CoET Noida are INR 1,70,295, as per the official fee structure at mgmnoida.org. Tuition fee is INR 55,000 per year for all three years. Year 1 is slightly higher due to a one-time refundable security deposit of INR 5,000 and ISTE membership fee of INR 295.
- Additional fees payable directly to AKTU: pre-enrollment INR 2,300 (one-time) and enrollment plus examination fees of around INR 7,500 per year. These are not included in the college fee total.
- Hostel charges, if availed, are billed separately and not included in the above total.
MGM CoET Noida B.Tech Lateral CSE (AI and ML) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Diploma Final Year Result | April to May 2026 (Tentative) |
| UPTAC Lateral Entry Registration Opens | May 2026 (Tentative) |
| UPTAC Lateral Entry Round 1 Allotment | June 2026 (Tentative) |
| College Reporting and Fee Payment | July 2026 (Tentative) |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| UPTAC Lateral Entry 2026 | May 2026 (Tentative) | Not applicable (merit-based on diploma marks) | June 2026 (Tentative) |
- UPTAC lateral entry counseling allots seats in the second year of B.Tech based on diploma percentage. No separate written entrance test is conducted; merit is determined entirely by marks in the qualifying diploma examination.
- B.Sc. degree holders (with Mathematics in class 12) with a minimum 45% aggregate are also eligible for lateral entry under AKTU norms. Candidates must produce the original diploma or B.Sc. mark sheets, transfer certificate, and migration certificate at the time of reporting.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Three-year diploma in Engineering or Technology from a Board of Technical Education or equivalent (preferably Diploma in Computer Science and Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent), with a minimum 45% aggregate (40% for SC and ST candidates from UP).
- Alternatively, B.Sc. degree holders with Mathematics in Class 12 and minimum 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories) are eligible for lateral entry under AKTU regulations.
- Must register for and participate in UPTAC Lateral Entry Counseling 2026 at uptac.admissions.nic.in.
Admission Process
- Complete a three-year diploma in Engineering in the relevant branch (or B.Sc. with Mathematics as prescribed by AKTU).
- Register on the UPTAC portal (uptac.admissions.nic.in) for lateral entry counseling; pay the registration fee and fill in preferences.
- Seat allotment is based on diploma percentage and category; participate in counseling rounds and accept the allotted seat online.
- Report to MGM CoET Noida with original documents for verification and fee payment; complete AKTU enrollment formalities.
- Join the second year of B.Tech in the allotted branch; credit transfer norms apply as per AKTU regulations.
MGM CoET Noida B.Tech Lateral CSE (AI and ML) Scholarships 2026
B.Tech Lateral CSE (AI and ML) Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| UP Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC) | As per UP government norms | SC, ST, OBC students; family income below scheme threshold; apply via scholarship.up.gov.in |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship (Girls) | INR 50,000 per year plus laptop | Girl students; family income below INR 8 lakh per year; apply via AICTE scholarship portal |
| Central Sector Scholarship | INR 12,000 to 20,000 per year | Merit-based; family income below INR 4.5 lakh; 80th percentile or above in class 12 |
- UP state government post-matric scholarships are available for SC, ST, and OBC students enrolled at AKTU-affiliated colleges. Applications are submitted through the UP scholarship portal (scholarship.up.gov.in) annually. Income and category certificates are mandatory.
- AICTE Pragati scholarship provides INR 50,000 per year and a laptop to eligible girl students. Applications are submitted through the AICTE scholarship portal after admission; family income must be below INR 8 lakh per annum.
- MGM CoET does not list its own institutional merit scholarship publicly. Candidates should enquire about any institutional fee concessions at the time of admission.
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