Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

The BE {Lateral} (Information Science and Engineering) at Alva's Institute of Engineering and Technology (AIET), Moodbidri, Mangalore is a 3-year full-time lateral entry undergraduate engineering programme affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi. Designed for diploma holders in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related disciplines, this programme allows students to directly enter the 2nd year (3rd semester) of the BE programme, saving one year compared to the regular 4-year BE. The total programme fee is Rs. 6,60,000 for 3 years (Rs. 2,20,000 per year). Admission is through the Karnataka DCET (Diploma Common Entrance Test) conducted by KEA. ISE at AIET offers a strong curriculum in information systems, networking, databases, and software engineering, with good placement support from IT companies.

Admissions for the 2026-27 batch are currently closed. The Karnataka DCET 2025 exam was held on May 31, 2025, and counselling has concluded. For the 2026-27 batch, the Karnataka DCET 2026 exam is scheduled for May 23, 2026. AIET also accepts direct applications for management quota lateral entry seats.

Key Points

Lateral entry students join directly into the 2nd year (3rd semester) of the BE ISE programme, completing the degree in 3 years instead of 4.
The programme is affiliated to VTU and approved by AICTE.
AIET's ISE department has well-equipped labs including a Programming Lab, Networking Lab, Database Lab, and Software Engineering Lab.
ISE graduates are well-placed in IT companies, with recruiters including Infosys, TCS, Wipro, and Accenture.
The campus is fully residential with hostel facilities available.
Students with 75% or above in their diploma examination may be eligible for an institutional scholarship of up to Rs. 10,000.

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18 Mar, 2026 Karnataka DCET 2026 Registration is open till April 3, 2026, for admission to Lateral Entry Engineering courses. The Exam will be held on May 23, 2026. Learn more.

AIET BE Lateral ISE Fees

The BE {Lateral} (Information Science and Engineering) at AIET has a total fee of Rs. 6,60,000 for the 3-year programme, payable at Rs. 2,20,000 per year. This includes tuition fees of Rs. 2,00,000 per year and miscellaneous fees of Rs. 20,000 per year. The fee is applicable for management quota seats; government/KEA quota fees are regulated by the Karnataka government and are significantly lower.

Fee Breakdown

Fee Component	Per Year (INR)	Total 3 Years (INR)
Tuition Fee	2,00,000	6,00,000
Miscellaneous Fee	20,000	60,000
Total Fees (Management Quota)	2,20,000	6,60,000
Hostel Fee (optional)	As applicable	-

Government/KEA quota fees are regulated and significantly lower than management quota fees.
Hostel fees are charged separately and are optional.
VTU examination and registration fees are payable directly to VTU as per their schedule.
Fees are refundable as per AIET/VTU refund policy.
SC/ST candidates may be eligible for fee concessions as per Karnataka government norms.

AIET BE Lateral ISE Admission 2026

Admission to the BE {Lateral} (ISE) at AIET is primarily through the Karnataka DCET counselling process conducted by KEA. Management quota lateral entry seats are filled through AIET's direct admission process. The 2025-26 admissions are closed; the 2026-27 cycle begins with the DCET 2026 exam on May 23, 2026.

AIET BE Lateral Entry (ISE) Admission Schedule

Event	2025 (Actual)	2026 (Tentative)
Karnataka DCET Application Start	April 24, 2025	April 2026
Last Date for DCET Registration	May 10, 2025	May 2026
DCET Admit Card Release	May 20, 2025	May 2026
Karnataka DCET Exam	May 31, 2025	May 23, 2026
DCET Result Declaration	June 2025	June 2026
DCET Counselling / Choice Entry	July - August 2025	July - August 2026
Batch Commencement (3rd Semester)	August - September 2025	August - September 2026

Entrance Exam Details

Exam	Conducting Body	Exam Date	Remarks
Karnataka DCET 2026	KEA (Karnataka Examinations Authority)	May 23, 2026	Primary exam for lateral entry BE admission in Karnataka

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates must have passed a 3-year Diploma in Computer Science Engineering, Information Technology, Information Science, or a related branch from a recognised Board/Institution with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC candidates).
Candidates must have passed the 10th standard (SSLC) or equivalent examination.
Candidates must have a valid Karnataka DCET rank for KEA quota seats.

Admission Process:

Register and appear for Karnataka DCET 2026 (conducted by KEA).
Obtain DCET rank card and participate in the KEA online counselling process.
Exercise college and branch choices during the option entry window.
Receive seat allotment and report to AIET for document verification and fee payment.
For management quota seats, apply directly to AIET and attend a personal interview/document verification.

AIET BE Lateral ISE Scholarships 2026

Lateral entry BE students at AIET are eligible for various government and institutional scholarships.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount
AIET Merit Scholarship	75% or above in Diploma examination	Up to Rs. 10,000
NSP (PM-USP) Yojana	80% in qualifying exam, parental income up to Rs. 4.5 lakhs, AICTE-recognised UG course	Rs. 82,000 per annum
SC/ST/OBC Government Scholarships (SSP Karnataka)	As per Karnataka state government norms	Varies by category

NSP scholarship requires maintaining 50% marks and 75% attendance throughout the programme.
SC/ST/OBC scholarship applications are processed through the Karnataka state scholarship portal (SSP).
AIET scholarship discussions happen during the admission process; students should submit their diploma marksheets at the time of admission.

AIET BE Lateral ISE Placement 2026

Placement Recruiters

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Infosys
TCS
Wipro
Accenture

Alva's Institute of Engineering and Technology Mangalore BE {Lateral} Information Science and Engineering Ranking

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#133 out of 175 in India 2025

#23rd in Karnataka

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AIET BE Lateral ISE FAQs

Ques. What is the difference between BE ISE and BE CSE at AIET? Which is better for placements?

Ans. BE ISE (Information Science and Engineering) and BE CSE (Computer Science and Engineering) have very similar curricula under VTU. ISE has a slightly stronger focus on information systems, networking, and databases, while CSE focuses more on core algorithms, programming, and software development. For placements, both branches attract the same IT companies (Infosys, TCS, Wipro, etc.) and the difference in placement outcomes is minimal. CSE is slightly more popular, but ISE graduates are equally competitive in the job market.

Ques. I have a diploma in Computer Science. Can I get lateral entry into BE ISE at AIET?

Ans. Yes, diploma holders in Computer Science Engineering are eligible for lateral entry into BE ISE under the Karnataka DCET scheme. The final eligibility is determined by KEA's branch-wise eligibility criteria for DCET. You should verify the specific branch mapping on the official KEA DCET notification before applying.

Ques. Are lateral entry ISE students eligible for campus placements at AIET?

Ans. Yes, lateral entry students are fully eligible for all campus placement activities at AIET. ISE graduates are placed in IT companies like Infosys, TCS, Wipro, and Accenture, similar to CSE graduates.

Ques. What is the seat intake for BE {Lateral} ISE at AIET?

Ans. The lateral entry intake is typically 10% of the sanctioned intake of the regular BE ISE programme. The exact number of lateral entry seats is determined by AICTE approval and KEA allotment. Candidates should check the KEA DCET seat matrix for the exact number of available seats at AIET for ISE.

Ques. Can I switch from BE {Lateral} ISE to BE CSE after joining AIET?

Ans. Branch transfers within AIET are subject to the college's internal policy and VTU regulations. Generally, branch transfers are allowed after the first year based on academic performance and seat availability. Students interested in a branch transfer should contact AIET's academic office directly for the current policy.

Ques. What are the career options after BE {Lateral} ISE from AIET?

Ans. BE ISE graduates from AIET have strong career options in software development, web development, database administration, network engineering, cybersecurity, and IT consulting. They can also pursue higher studies like M.Tech in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Data Science through GATE/Karnataka PGCET. Government sector opportunities include ISRO, DRDO, and various PSU IT roles.