The BE (Industrial Engineering & Management) - Lateral Entry at R V College of Engineering (RVCE), Bangalore, is a three-year undergraduate programme for diploma holders under VTU’s lateral entry scheme. RVCE holds NAAC A++ accreditation and autonomous status, affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, and ranks 46 in Collegedunia’s 2026 India Engineering Colleges list. Lateral-entry students join the second year directly and cover operations research, supply chain management, industrial automation, quality engineering, lean manufacturing, and project management. Admission is through Karnataka DCET (conducted by KEA) or the management quota.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions to BE (Industrial Engineering & Management) - Lateral Entry at RVCE Bangalore for 2026-27 follow the Karnataka DCET lateral entry cycle. Eligible diploma holders register through KEA at kea.kar.nic.in after DCET results.
Key Points
- BE IEM (Lateral) at RVCE admits diploma holders directly to second year; programme completed in three years.
- Offered at a NAAC A++ accredited, VTU-affiliated autonomous college ranked 46 in Collegedunia’s 2026 list.
- Covers operations research and allied domains, with strong industry-connected curriculum.
- Management quota 3-year total fees: INR 28,95,000; DCET/KEA quota as per KEA 2026-27 norms.
RVCE Bangalore BE IEM (Lateral) Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Total Fees (COMEDK Lateral, 3 Years) | INR 9,95,130 |
| Total Fees (Management Quota, 3 Years) | INR 28,95,000 |
- DCET/KEA quota fees per KEA 2026-27 norms.
- COMEDK lateral 3-year total: INR 9,95,130 (2024-25 norms).
- Management quota 3-year total: INR 28,95,000.
- Hostel and mess charges are separate.
RVCE Bangalore BE IEM (Lateral) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Karnataka DCET 2026 Registration | As per KEA notification; check kea.kar.nic.in |
| Karnataka DCET 2026 Exam | As per KEA 2026 schedule; check kea.kar.nic.in |
| DCET 2026 Result | As per KEA notification |
| KEA DCET Counselling | After DCET result; check kea.kar.nic.in |
| RVCE Management Quota Lateral | After counselling rounds; check rvce.edu.in |
- DCET holders: register at kea.kar.nic.in for KEA counselling.
- COMEDK lateral: apply at comedk.org.
- Management quota: contact RVCE admissions directly.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a Diploma (Diploma in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, or related discipline) from a recognised Board of Technical Education.
- A minimum of 45 percent aggregate marks in the qualifying diploma is required; SC/ST Karnataka candidates need 40 percent.
- A valid Karnataka DCET rank is required for KEA counselling; COMEDK lateral entry is open to Karnataka and non-Karnataka diploma holders.
- Karnataka domicile is required for DCET/KEA quota; management quota applicants must meet RVCE’s eligibility norms.
Admission Process
- Appear in Karnataka DCET conducted by KEA; check kea.kar.nic.in for the 2026 DCET notification, application window, and exam date.
- After DCET results, register at kea.kar.nic.in for DCET counselling, fill RVCE Bangalore and branch preference, and accept the allotted seat.
- Report to RVCE Bangalore with original diploma certificates, marks cards, DCET rank card, and KEA allotment letter on the designated date.
- For COMEDK lateral entry, apply at comedk.org; for management quota, contact RVCE admissions directly after government counselling rounds.
✓ Opt for this if
- Diploma holders in mechanical or production engineering targeting operations or SCM roles
- Candidates seeking a lateral entry route into a NAAC A++ Bangalore engineering college
- Students planning careers in manufacturing, logistics, or industrial management
- Karnataka domicile diploma holders seeking DCET/KEA quota at regulated fees
✗ Skip if
- Candidates expecting top-tier core tech placements; IEM attracts niche manufacturing recruiters
- Students whose diploma is in a non-engineering field without industrial relevance
- Candidates who need strong brand recognition outside Karnataka for IEM roles
- Those needing a quick upskill without committing to a 3-year lateral degree
RVCE Bangalore BE IEM (Lateral) Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Karnataka Government ePass Scholarship | Up to INR 30,000 per year | SC/ST/OBC/EWS Karnataka domicile; apply at karepass.cgg.gov.in |
| National Scholarship Portal (NSP) | As per scheme norms | Apply at scholarships.gov.in after college admission |
| RVCE Sports Scholarship | INR 1,500 to INR 5,000 per year | State or national-level sports representation; apply at RVCE |
- Karnataka ePass (SC/ST/OBC/EWS): apply at karepass.cgg.gov.in.
- NSP schemes apply; check scholarships.gov.in.
- Education loans available; contact RVCE student services.
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