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The B.Tech (Lateral Entry) in Electronics and Communication Engineering at St. Thomas College of Engineering and Technology (STCET), Kolkata, is a three-year programme for diploma holders admitted in the second year of B.Tech. STCET is affiliated to MAKAUT and accredited by NAAC B+. Admission is via JELET (West Bengal Joint Entrance for Lateral Entry into Technology) for diploma graduates with at least 45% aggregate marks.
📋 Admission Status: STCET B.Tech ECE Lateral admissions for 2026-27 are via JELET score. Register for JELET at wbjeeb.nic.in and participate in counselling.
Key Points
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Total Fees (3 Years) | INR 4,09,000 |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| JELET Application | March to April 2026 (Tentative) |
| JELET Exam | May 2026 (Tentative) |
| WBJEEB Lateral Counselling | June to July 2026 (Tentative) |
| STCET Admission and Enrolment | July to August 2026 (Tentative) |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
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| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Highest Package | INR 10.68 LPA |
| Average Package | INR 6.12 LPA |
| Top Recruiters | Infosys, Cognizant, Mindtree, P360, NRIFT |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Highest Package | INR 10.68 LPA |
| Average Package | INR 6.12 LPA |
| Top Recruiters | Infosys, Cognizant, Mindtree, P360, NRIFT |
| 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 in West Bengal with prescribed income limit |
| 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 programmes, income below INR 8 LPA |
| Central Sector Scheme (NSP) | INR 12,000 per year | Top 20 percentile in 12th board, family income below INR 8 LPA |
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Tech ECE Lateral at STCET Kolkata?
Ans. The total fee for B.Tech (Lateral Entry) in Electronics and Communication Engineering at STCET Kolkata is INR 4,09,000 for the three-year programme. Hostel accommodation and transport charges are payable separately. WB government scholarship schemes for SC/ST and OBC-A/B students and AICTE scholarships for eligible women are available. Confirm the current fee with STCET Kolkata admissions before applying.
Ques. What is the eligibility for B.Tech ECE Lateral at STCET Kolkata?
Ans. Candidates must hold a Diploma in Engineering (3-year) in the relevant branch or B.Sc with Mathematics from a recognised institution with at least 45% aggregate marks. Admission is via JELET score and WBJEEB centralised counselling for direct entry into the second year of the B.Tech programme at STCET.
Ques. What is JELET and how to apply for B.Tech ECE Lateral at STCET?
Ans. JELET (West Bengal Joint Entrance for Lateral Entry into Technology) is the entrance exam conducted by WBJEEB for admission to the second year of MAKAUT-affiliated B.Tech programmes including STCET. Candidates register at wbjeeb.nic.in, appear for JELET, and participate in centralised counselling for seat allotment. Check the WBJEEB website for the 2026 JELET exam date and schedule.
Ques. What is the difference between 4-year B.Tech and lateral B.Tech at STCET?
Ans. The 4-year B.Tech is for Class 12 PCM graduates admitted via WBJEE or JEE Main. The 3-year lateral B.Tech is for diploma holders who enter directly into the second year via JELET, saving one year. Both programmes lead to the same MAKAUT B.Tech degree with identical recognition for employment. Lateral entry is a faster and cost-effective route for diploma engineers to obtain a degree.
Ques. Which university awards the lateral B.Tech degree at STCET?
Ans. The B.Tech degree is awarded by MAKAUT (Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology), West Bengal. STCET holds NAAC B+ accreditation and is approved by AICTE. The MAKAUT B.Tech from STCET via lateral entry carries the same recognition as the regular 4-year B.Tech for employment and further study.
Ques. What career options are available after lateral B.Tech from STCET?
Ans. Lateral B.Tech graduates can work in engineering, IT, and technical roles across industry in software companies, manufacturing firms, and corporate tech departments. With a MAKAUT B.Tech degree, graduates are eligible to apply for M.Tech programmes at STCET or other institutions via GATE or PGWBJEE.
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