Panchwati Institute of Engineering & Technology Meerut B.Tech {Lateral} Civil Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for the 3-year B.Tech Lateral Entry programme in Civil Engineering at Panchwati Institute of Engineering and Technology, Meerut is INR 1,83,600 for the complete programme. This fee covers all semesters from the second year through the fourth year of the programme and does not include hostel or food charges.

Ans. Admission is through JEECUP (Joint Entrance Examination Council Uttar Pradesh) lateral entry paper. Candidates who qualify JEECUP must participate in UPTAC counselling for seat allotment at AKTU-affiliated colleges. The JEECUP 2026 exam was held from May 15 to May 22, 2026, with results declared on May 30, 2026. Registration for the exam closed on April 30, 2026.

Ans. Yes, candidates must hold a 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline from a recognised Board or University with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST candidates). Diploma holders from unrelated branches should verify their eligibility against UPTAC norms for the Civil Engineering specialisation before applying to Panchwati IET.

Ans. The degree is awarded by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow. Panchwati IET is an AKTU-affiliated college. An AKTU B.Tech degree in Civil Engineering is recognised across Uttar Pradesh and nationally for employment with government PWD departments, construction companies, and for pursuing M.Tech or GATE-based postgraduate admissions.

Ans. Eligible students can apply for the UP Post Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC/minority students in Uttar Pradesh), the AICTE Pragati Scholarship (INR 50,000 per year for girl students with family income below INR 8 LPA), and the NSP Central Sector Scholarship (for families with annual income below INR 4.5 LPA). Applications are submitted through respective government portals within their annual deadlines each year.

Ans. The B.Tech Lateral Entry programme is a 3-year course with direct admission to the second year, covering the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th years of the full four-year B.Tech programme. Students complete six semesters at the institute before graduating. The 2026 academic session commenced in August 2026 after UPTAC seat allotment and document verification at the college.