WCTM B.Tech {Lateral} Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Yes, a Diploma in Computer Science (or related disciplines like IT, Electronics, or Electrical Engineering) with at least 45% marks qualifies you for B.Tech Lateral Entry in AI & ML at WCTM. You will be admitted directly into the 2nd year (3rd semester), completing your B.Tech in 3 years instead of 4. Admission is through the Haryana OCET merit rank via HSTES counselling, or directly through WCTM's management quota. The AI & ML specialization is ideal for diploma holders from CS/IT backgrounds who want to specialize in building intelligent systems and AI-powered applications.

Ans. Both are 3-year lateral entry programs under the CSE department at WCTM with the same fee (Rs. 50,000/semester). B.Tech Lateral Entry AI & ML focuses on building intelligent systems: deep learning, neural networks, pattern recognition, computer vision, NLP, and robotics - ideal for roles like ML Engineer, AI Developer, or Computer Vision Engineer. B.Tech Lateral Entry AI & DS focuses on data-centric skills: data mining, data warehousing, big data analytics, statistical modeling, and business intelligence - ideal for roles like Data Scientist, Data Analyst, or Business Analyst. Choose AI & ML if you want to build AI products; choose AI & DS if you want to work with data and derive insights.

Ans. AI & ML is one of the fastest-growing fields globally. Graduates can work as Machine Learning Engineers, AI Researchers, Computer Vision Engineers, NLP Engineers, Robotics Engineers, and Data Scientists. Companies like TCS, Wipro, Accenture, HCL, IBM, Cognizant, and Infosys actively recruit AI/ML graduates. WCTM's placement record shows an average package of 8 LPA and a highest package of 52 LPA (2024 batch, offered by DELNET USA). The college has tie-ups with 3,000+ companies and conducts mega job fairs with 90+ companies on a single day.

Ans. Yes, the degree is fully valid and recognized. WCTM is affiliated to MDU Rohtak (NAAC A+ Grade state government university) and is AICTE approved. The B.Tech Lateral Entry degree is treated on par with a regular B.Tech for GATE eligibility, M.Tech admissions, government job applications, and PSU recruitment. You can appear for GATE in the Computer Science and Information Technology paper. WCTM also offers M.Tech in AI & Data Science (2 years, Rs. 32,500 per semester) for those wishing to pursue postgraduate studies at the same campus.

Ans. The total tuition fee is Rs. 3,00,000 for the 3-year program (Rs. 50,000 per semester x 6 semesters). WCTM offers merit-based scholarships for lateral entry students based on their diploma percentage: students with 60-69.99% get Rs. 5,000 off, 70-79.99% get 10% fee waiver, 80-89.99% get 20% fee waiver, and those with 90% and above get 40% fee waiver. Haryana government scholarships (Post-Matric Scholarship, Dr. Ambedkar Medhavi Chattar Yojna) are also available for SC/ST/OBC students. The lateral entry route also saves Rs. 1,20,000 compared to the regular 4-year B.Tech AI & ML (Rs. 4,20,000).

Ans. WCTM provides excellent practical infrastructure for AI & ML students: the Intel Unnati AI Centre of Excellence (only college in Gurgaon), NVIDIA Dell AI Data Science and GPU Computing Lab, HP Intel i7 13th generation AI Lab, and Apple iOS Centre of Excellence. Students receive hands-on training in AI through Vodafone Idea Foundation AI training, Robotics training by ABB industry experts, and Data Analytics and iOS App Development with AI by Inspire Infotech. The college also conducts international webinars by AI experts from the USA, UK, and Europe, including engineers from Facebook and Apple Cupertino.