Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 27, 2026

The BE (Lateral Entry) in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) at Vemana Institute of Technology (Vemana IT), Bangalore, is a 3-year full-time undergraduate program for diploma holders seeking direct entry into the second year of the BE program. Affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), the course covers data structures, algorithms, operating systems, database management, software engineering, web technologies, and cloud computing. The program is offered under the Karnataka DCET scheme, with an annual fee of approximately Rs. 1.29 lakhs (DCET quota). CSE is the flagship department at Vemana IT, with the highest placement activity and the widest range of recruiting companies, making this lateral entry program a highly sought-after pathway for diploma holders in computer science.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic year are upcoming. The DCET 2026 exam is tentatively scheduled for May 23, 2026, with registration expected to open in April 2026. Counselling and seat allotment are expected in June-July 2026. Management quota lateral entry admissions are open directly through the college.

Key Points

Direct entry into 2nd year of BE for diploma holders - 3-year program
Affiliated to VTU, Belgaum; approved by AICTE
CSE is the flagship department at Vemana IT with the highest placement activity
Companies like TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Capgemini, Flipkart, Amazon, and KPMG have recruited CSE students
Located in Koramangala, Bangalore - India's Silicon Valley, offering unmatched IT industry exposure

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Highlights
Fees
Admission
Scholarships
Placements
Cutoff
FAQs

Vemana Institute of Technology Bangalore Latest Updates and News

27 Mar, 2026 Vemana Institute of Technology Bangalore BE {Lateral} Computer Science & Engineering Admission 2026-27 is open. Apply Now!

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.

Vemana IT BE Lateral CSE Fees

The BE (Lateral Entry) CSE program at Vemana IT has a competitive fee structure. For DCET quota students, the annual fee is Rs. 1,29,790. Management quota students pay Rs. 3,63,790 per year (Karnataka) or Rs. 3,90,290 per year (Non-Karnataka). The total 3-year fee ranges from approximately Rs. 3.89 lakhs (DCET) to Rs. 10.91 lakhs (Management KA).

Fee Structure

Fee Component	DCET (KA)	COMEDK (KA)	Management (KA)	Management (Non-KA)
Tuition Fee (per year)	Rs. 91,000	Rs. 2,00,000	Rs. 3,25,000	Rs. 3,50,000
Other Fees (per year)	Rs. 38,790	Rs. 38,790	Rs. 38,790	Rs. 40,290
Total Fee (per year)	Rs. 1,29,790	Rs. 2,38,790	Rs. 3,63,790	Rs. 3,90,290
Total Fee (3 years)	Rs. 3,89,370	Rs. 7,16,370	Rs. 10,91,370	Rs. 11,70,870
Hostel Fee (per year)	Rs. 60,000 - Rs. 90,000 (optional)	Rs. 60,000 - Rs. 90,000 (optional)	Rs. 60,000 - Rs. 90,000 (optional)	Rs. 60,000 - Rs. 90,000 (optional)

Hostel fee is optional and not included in the total fees above.
Fee structure is as per 2026-27; subject to revision for 2026-27.
Lateral entry students join directly in the 2nd year (3-year program).
Fees are typically paid semester-wise or annually.

Vemana IT BE Lateral CSE Admission 2026

Admissions to BE (Lateral Entry) CSE at Vemana IT are conducted through DCET for government/COMEDK quota seats, and directly through the college for management quota. The DCET 2026 exam is tentatively scheduled for May 23, 2026. Counselling is expected in June-July 2026 after results are declared.

College Admission Dates

Event	Date
DCET 2026 Registration Start	April 2026 (Tentative)
DCET 2026 Registration End	May 2026 (Tentative)
DCET 2026 Exam	May 23, 2026 (Tentative)
DCET 2026 Result	June 2026 (Tentative)
Counselling and Seat Allotment	June - July 2026 (Tentative)
Management Quota Admissions Open	June 2026 (Tentative)
Batch Commencement	August 2026 (Tentative)

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Registration	Exam Date	Result
DCET 2026 (Karnataka)	April - May 2026 (Tentative)	May 23, 2026 (Tentative)	June 2026 (Tentative)

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 Science, or equivalent from a recognized Board/University.
Minimum aggregate of 45% marks in the final year of diploma (40% for SC/ST/OBC candidates from Karnataka).
Must have appeared and cleared English as one of the subjects.

Admission Process

Register for DCET 2026 on the KEA official website (cetonline.karnataka.gov.in) when registration opens in April 2026.
Appear for the DCET 2026 exam (tentatively May 23, 2026).
Participate in centralized counselling conducted by KEA after results.
Choose Vemana IT and BE Lateral (CSE) during option entry.
Report to the college with original documents for verification and fee payment.
For Management Quota: Apply directly to the college; admission based on diploma marks and availability.

Vemana IT BE Lateral CSE Scholarships 2026

Lateral entry CSE students at Vemana IT are eligible for government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal and Karnataka state scholarship schemes. SC/ST/OBC students from Karnataka can avail tuition fee reimbursement under state government schemes.

Scholarship Schemes

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount	Provider
Karnataka Post-Matric Scholarship	SC/ST/OBC students from Karnataka	Tuition fee reimbursement + maintenance allowance	Government of Karnataka
Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships	Top 20 percentile in diploma; family income below Rs. 8 LPA	Rs. 10,000/year (first 3 years)	Ministry of Education, GoI
NSP - Post Matric Scholarship for Minorities	Minority community students; family income below Rs. 2 LPA	Up to Rs. 10,000/year	Ministry of Minority Affairs, GoI
Merit-cum-Means Scholarship	Minority students; 50%+ marks; family income below Rs. 2.5 LPA	Up to Rs. 30,000/year	Ministry of Minority Affairs, GoI

Apply through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) for central government scholarships.
Karnataka state scholarships are applied through the Karnataka Scholarship Portal.
Application deadlines typically fall in October-November each year.

Vemana IT BE Lateral CSE Placement 2026

Placement Highlights

Placement Metric	Details
Strongest Department	CSE is the strongest department at Vemana IT for placements
Recruiting Companies	TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Capgemini, Flipkart, Amazon, KPMG, and many startups
Highest CTC Recorded	27 LPA
CSE Specific High Packages	Flipkart (32 LPA), TCS (19 LPA), KPMG
Average Package	4-7 LPA
Lateral Entry Eligibility	Lateral entry students are fully eligible for campus placements

Vemana IT BE Lateral CSE FAQs

Ques. Is BE (Lateral Entry) CSE from Vemana IT good for placements?

Ans. Yes, CSE is the strongest department at Vemana IT for placements. Companies like TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Capgemini, Flipkart, Amazon, KPMG, and many startups recruit from the CSE department. Lateral entry students are fully eligible for campus placements.

Ques. Which diploma branches are eligible for lateral entry into BE CSE at Vemana IT?

Ans. Diploma holders in Computer Science Engineering, Information Science, Computer Applications, and related branches are typically eligible. Check the DCET official notification for the complete list as per VTU and KEA norms.

Ques. What is the DCET cutoff for BE (Lateral Entry) CSE at Vemana IT?

Ans. DCET cutoffs for CSE at Vemana IT are generally moderate since it is a private college. Students with a reasonable DCET rank can secure admission. For exact cutoffs, refer to the KEA official website for previous year allotment data.

Ques. Can I switch from BE (Lateral Entry) CSE to a specialization like AI/ML or Data Science at Vemana IT?

Ans. Lateral entry is specifically for the CSE branch. Specializations like AI/ML and Data Science are separate programs with their own lateral entry seats. You cannot switch branches after admission.

Ques. What is the highest package offered to CSE students from Vemana IT?

Ans. The highest CTC recorded at Vemana IT is 27 LPA. For CSE specifically, companies like Flipkart (32 LPA), TCS (19 LPA), and KPMG have offered competitive packages. The average package for CSE students is in the range of 4-7 LPA.

Ques. Is there a difference in the curriculum for lateral entry CSE students compared to regular BE CSE students?

Ans. Lateral entry students join directly in the 2nd year and follow the same curriculum as regular BE students from the 2nd year onwards. They may need to complete bridge courses for 1st year subjects as per VTU norms. The final degree is identical to that of regular BE CSE students.