Universal Engineering College Thrissur B.Tech {Lateral} Electronics & Communication Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for the B.Tech Lateral Entry in Electronics and Communication Engineering at Universal Engineering College, Thrissur is INR 1,50,000 for the complete 3-year programme. Hostel charges of up to INR 60,200 per year are applicable separately for residential students. Eligible students may reduce their fee burden through AICTE Tuition Fee Waiver, AICTE Pragati, or government scholarship schemes.

Ans. Admission to the B.Tech Lateral Entry programme at UEC is through the Kerala Lateral Entrance Test (LET), conducted by LBS Centre for Science and Technology. Diploma holders register on the LBS Centre portal (lbscentre.in), submit their mark sheets, and participate in the centralised allotment process. Seats are allotted based on LET score and stated preferences. The 2026 LET exam was conducted on June 13, 2026 and results were declared on June 30, 2026.

Ans. Candidates must hold a 3-year Diploma in Electronics and Communication Engineering or equivalent from a recognised polytechnic board with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. Students from SEBC/SC/ST categories in Kerala are eligible for percentage relaxation as per state norms. A valid Kerala LET score is also required for admission through the LBS Centre allotment process.

Ans. The B.Tech Lateral Entry degree at Universal Engineering College, Thrissur is awarded by APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (KTU), Kerala. KTU is the technical university established by the Government of Kerala to govern engineering and technology programmes across the state. UEC is also approved by AICTE and has NAAC-B accreditation.

Ans. The B.Tech Lateral Entry programme at UEC Thrissur is a 3-year programme (Semesters 3 to 8). Lateral entry students join directly into the third semester of the B.Tech programme, completing the remaining six semesters to earn the full KTU B.Tech degree. The programme follows the standard KTU curriculum and examination schedule.

Ans. Yes. Both Keralite and non-Keralite diploma holders who are Indian citizens are eligible to apply for the Kerala LET and seek admission to B.Tech Lateral Entry programmes at KTU-affiliated colleges including UEC Thrissur. However, non-Keralites compete in the general category and do not have access to Kerala state community reservation seats. The minimum eligibility and LET score requirements remain the same.