NSEC Kolkata B.Tech Lateral is a three-year engineering programme for Diploma and B.Sc holders, offered across 11 specialisations and affiliated to MAKAUT. AICTE-approved, the programme admits students through JELET conducted by WBJEEB. Total fees are INR 5,10,000 uniform across all branches. NSEC ranks 464 in Collegedunia’s 2025 India Engineering Colleges list, located at Techno City, Garia, Kolkata.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins August 2026.
NSEC Kolkata B.Tech Lateral Fees 2026
All 11 B.Tech Lateral specialisations at NSEC Kolkata carry a uniform total fee of INR 5,10,000 for the three-year programme. Hostel and transport charges are payable separately.
| Specialisation | Total Fees (3 Years) |
|---|
| Applied Electronics and Instrumentation | INR 5,10,000 |
| Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning | INR 5,10,000 |
| Biomedical Engineering | INR 5,10,000 |
| Civil Engineering | INR 5,10,000 |
| Computer Science and Engineering | INR 5,10,000 |
| Computer Science and Business Systems | INR 5,10,000 |
| CSE Cyber Security | INR 5,10,000 |
| Electrical Engineering | INR 5,10,000 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | INR 5,10,000 |
| Information Technology | INR 5,10,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering | INR 5,10,000 |
- Hostel and transport charges are payable separately.
- Fees are subject to change. Verify with official sources before admission.
NSEC Kolkata B.Tech Lateral Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| JELET 2026 Registration Closed | April 11, 2026 |
| JELET 2026 Exam Held | June 13, 2026 |
| JELET 2026 Result | Early July 2026 |
| WBJEEB Lateral Counselling | August to September 2026 |
| Classes Begin | November 2026 |
- Register for WBJEEB lateral counselling after results at wbjeeb.wb.gov.in.
- Carry original Diploma marksheets and JELET rank card to counselling.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Diploma in Engineering in the relevant discipline from an AICTE-approved polytechnic with at least 45% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD as per MAKAUT norms).
- Alternatively, B.Sc graduates with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with at least 50% aggregate from a recognised university are eligible.
- A valid JELET 2026 rank is mandatory for WBJEEB centralised counselling.
Admission Process
- Obtain a valid JELET 2026 rank (exam was held on June 13, 2026).
- Register for WBJEEB lateral counselling after result declaration in early July 2026.
- Fill preferences and select NSEC Kolkata in the B.Tech Lateral preference list.
- Download the seat allotment letter and report to NSEC with original documents.
- Complete document verification and pay fees to confirm admission for 2026-27.
✓ Opt for this if
- West Bengal diploma holders seeking an affordable lateral B.Tech in Kolkata
- Polytechnic graduates wanting to complete B.Tech in 3 years near home
- Candidates with JELET rank targeting MAKAUT engineering at moderate cost
- Students aiming for IT or manufacturing roles in West Bengal after B.Tech
✗ Skip if
- Candidates needing a NIRF-ranked college for national brand recognition
- Students targeting placements outside West Bengal or in other metro cities
- Diploma holders who prefer starting a fresh 4-year B.Tech from first year
- Those targeting research-intensive AI or CSE programmes at IITs or NITs
NSEC Kolkata B.Tech Lateral Placement 2025
The 2023-24 placement season at NSEC recorded a 90% placement rate, with a highest package of INR 24 LPA and an average package of INR 11.3 LPA. Top IT and manufacturing companies recruit from NSEC campus.
| Metric | Value |
|---|
| Highest Package (2023-24) | INR 24 LPA |
| Average Package (2023-24) | INR 11.3 LPA |
| Placement Rate (2023-24) | 90% |
| Top Recruiters | TCS, Infosys, Accenture, Cognizant, Capgemini, IBM, Microsoft, EY, Virtusa |
NSEC Kolkata B.Tech Lateral Scholarships 2026
B.Tech Lateral students at NSEC Kolkata can access government and AICTE scholarships to offset costs.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| WB SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship | As per WB government norms | SC/ST students domiciled in West Bengal, apply via oasis.gov.in |
| WB OBC-A/OBC-B Scholarship | As per WB government norms | OBC-A/OBC-B students with prescribed income limit, apply via oasis.gov.in |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship | INR 50,000 per year | Women in AICTE-approved programmes, family income below INR 8 LPA |
| AICTE Saksham Scholarship | INR 50,000 per year | Differently-abled students in AICTE-approved programmes |
| Central Sector Scheme (NSP) | INR 12,000 per year | Top 20 percentile in Class 12, family income below INR 8 LPA |
- WB state scholarships applied through oasis.gov.in each academic year.
- AICTE Pragati and Saksham scholarships applied through scholarships.gov.in.
- Confirm eligibility with the NSEC admissions office before applying.
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