Component

Amount (INR)

Annual Fee

INR 1,42,110 per year

Total Fees (3 Years)

INR 4,26,330

SJEC Mangalore BE Lateral CSBS Admission 2026

Important Dates

Event	Date
Karnataka DCET 2026 Application Window	March 17, 2026 to April 3, 2026
Karnataka DCET 2026 Examination	May 23, 2026
Karnataka DCET 2026 Result	June 2026
KEA DCET Counselling and Seat Allotment	June to August 2026
Classes Commence	September 2026
Karnataka DCET Registration End	March 17, 2026
Karnataka DCET Exam Date	May 23, 2026
Karnataka DCET Result	June 2026

Register for Karnataka DCET at kea.kar.nic.in.

Bring original diploma documents at DCET counselling.

Management quota seats apply directly to SJEC admissions office.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold a 3-year diploma in a relevant engineering branch from a recognised polytechnic.

Minimum aggregate of 45% required (40% for SC/ST Karnataka-domicile candidates).

A valid Karnataka DCET rank is required for government-quota seats.

Diploma holders from Karnataka or other states may apply per VTU eligibility norms.

Admission Process

Appear for Karnataka DCET (exam: May 23, 2026) and secure a valid rank.

On seat allotment, report to SJEC with original diploma mark sheets, diploma certificate, and DCET scorecard.

Pay the prescribed fee and complete VTU enrolment at the SJEC admissions office, Vamanjoor, Mangalore.

✓ Opt for this if

Diploma holders in engineering seeking lateral BE in Mangalore
Candidates upgrading from diploma to VTU degree
Students targeting BE degree for government job eligibility
DCET-qualified diploma holders wanting BE at SJEC
Those wanting 3-year fast track to BE degree

✗ Skip if

Fresher students who should apply for regular 4-year BE
Candidates expecting top-brand global recruitment from batch
Those wanting M.Tech pathway needing full 4-year CGPA
Students targeting placements outside Karnataka region

SJEC Mangalore BE Lateral CSBS Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement	Full tuition reimbursement	Karnataka-domicile SC and ST students, apply via karepass.cgg.gov.in
Central Sector Scholarship (NSP)	Up to INR 12,000 per year	Merit-based, family income below INR 8,00,000, apply at scholarships.gov.in
Post-Matric Scholarship (OBC/Minority)	As per government norms	Karnataka-domicile OBC and minority candidates, apply via scholarships.gov.in
Education Loan (Nationalised Banks)	As per bank policy	All eligible students, contact any nationalised bank branch

Karnataka SC/ST students apply via karepass.cgg.gov.in.

Central Sector Scholarship: apply at scholarships.gov.in.

Education loan details available from the SJEC admissions office.

SJEC Mangalore BE Lateral CSBS FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for B.E. Computer Science and Business Systems Lateral Entry at SJEC Mangalore?

Ans. The total fee for B.E. Computer Science and Business Systems Lateral Entry at SJEC Mangalore is INR 4,26,330 for the three-year programme (INR 1,42,110 per year) under the government (DCET) quota. Management-quota lateral seats carry higher fees. Hostel and transport charges are payable separately. Karnataka SC and ST students may apply for state tuition reimbursement.

Ques. What is the eligibility for B.E. Computer Science and Business Systems Lateral Entry at SJEC Mangalore?

Ans. Candidates must hold a three-year diploma in a relevant engineering branch from a recognised polytechnic with a minimum aggregate of 45% in the final two semesters (40% for SC/ST Karnataka-domicile candidates). A valid Karnataka DCET rank is required for government-quota seats.

Ques. What is Karnataka DCET and how does it work for lateral entry admission?

Ans. Karnataka DCET (Diploma Common Entrance Test) is conducted by KEA for admission to the second year of B.E./B.Tech programmes. Diploma holders in engineering appear for DCET and seats are allotted through KEA centralised counselling based on rank and branch preference. SJEC Mangalore participates in DCET counselling across all its NBA-accredited engineering branches.

Ques. What are the career options after B.E. Computer Science and Business Systems Lateral Entry from SJEC Mangalore?

Ans. Graduates can pursue roles as software developer, business analyst, data analyst, and ERP consultant. M.Tech (CSE) or MBA via Karnataka PGCET is an option for higher studies. SJEC’s placement cell connects graduates with companies in Mangalore, Bengaluru, and Mumbai. Core engineering, IT services, and public-sector technical roles are common destinations for SJEC lateral entry graduates.

Ques. What is the admission process for B.E. Computer Science and Business Systems Lateral Entry at SJEC Mangalore?

Ans. Candidates must appear for Karnataka DCET (examination date May 23, 2026, conducted by KEA) and secure a valid rank. Register for KEA centralised DCET counselling at kea.kar.nic.in and exercise branch preference. On seat allotment to SJEC, report with original diploma mark sheets, diploma certificate, and DCET scorecard and pay the prescribed fee to complete enrolment.

Ques. What scholarships are available for B.E. Computer Science and Business Systems Lateral Entry at SJEC Mangalore?

Ans. Karnataka SC and ST students may apply for full tuition reimbursement via karepass.cgg.gov.in. Merit-based Central Sector Scholarships are available at scholarships.gov.in for students with family income below INR 8,00,000. Post-matric scholarships are available for OBC and minority candidates. Education loans from nationalised banks are available for all eligible lateral entry students.

SJEC Mangalore BE {Lateral} Computer Science and Business Systems: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

SJEC Mangalore BE Lateral CSBS Fees

SJEC Mangalore BE Lateral CSBS Admission 2026

Important Dates

Eligibility Criteria

Admission Process

SJEC Mangalore BE Lateral CSBS Scholarships 2026

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SJEC Mangalore BE Lateral CSBS FAQs

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