PITM B.Tech Lateral Mechanical Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (3 years)	INR 1,84,000
Total Fees	INR 1,84,000

Fee shown covers the full 3-year lateral entry programme duration.

One-time caution deposit may be collected separately at the time of admission.

Students may also be eligible for UP government scholarship fee reimbursement.

PITM B.Tech Lateral Mechanical Admission 2026

Event	Date
JEECUP Registration	January 15 - April 30, 2026
JEECUP Exam	May 15 - 22, 2026
JEECUP Result	May 30, 2026
UPTAC Registration (Lateral)	May 25 - June 30, 2026
UPTAC Round 1 Seat Allotment	June 27, 2026
UPTAC Round 2 Seat Allotment	July 3, 2026
UPTAC Round 3 Choice Filling	July 6 - 7, 2026
UPTAC Round 3 Seat Allotment	July 9, 2026
Physical Reporting to College	July 14 - 16, 2026

Diploma holders in Mechanical or allied branch qualify under JEECUP Group B.

BSc graduates with Mathematics at Class 12 may apply via CUET-UG score.

Document verification is mandatory before seat acceptance is confirmed.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or allied branch with minimum 50% marks (45% for UP SC/ST candidates).

BSc graduates with Mathematics at Class 12 level are also eligible and are considered after diploma seats are filled.

Valid JEECUP score (Group B) or CUET-UG score required for UPTAC counselling participation.

Admission Process

Appear in the qualifying examination and secure a valid rank or score card.

Fill and lock course and college choices during the designated round on the UPTAC portal.

Accept the allotted seat online and complete document verification at the designated help centre.

Report physically to PITM Allahabad with original mark sheets and allotment letter within the prescribed reporting dates.

✓ Opt for this if

You hold a Mechanical Engineering diploma and want a degree in 3 years.
Total course budget under INR 2 lakh suits your family finances.
Staying in Allahabad for an AKTU-affiliated degree works for you.
You plan to pursue government sector or PSU jobs after graduation.

✗ Skip if

You need strong campus placement support for private sector manufacturing jobs.
You prefer a NAAC-accredited institute for higher studies or brand value.
You are targeting tier-1 core engineering or MNC recruitment on campus.

PITM B.Tech Lateral Mechanical Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility / Schedule
UP State Post-Matric Scholarship	As per UP government norms	SC/ST/OBC/EWS students with UP domicile. Apply annually on the state portal
AKTU Merit Scholarship	As per university norms	Students ranked in top positions in AKTU end-semester exams. Awarded annually

Apply for UP Post-Matric Scholarship on the state portal before the notified annual deadline.

AKTU merit scholarship is awarded based on end-semester academic performance each year.

PITM B.Tech Lateral Mechanical FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for B.Tech Lateral Entry in Mechanical Engineering at PITM Allahabad?

Ans. The total fee for the 3-year B.Tech Lateral Entry programme in Mechanical Engineering at PITM is INR 1,84,000 for the complete course duration. This covers three years of study from second year through fourth year of the B.Tech programme. Students belonging to reserved categories with UP domicile may also be eligible for state government scholarship reimbursement.

Ques. Which entrance exam is required for admission to the B.Tech Lateral Entry programme at PITM?

Ans. Diploma holders must qualify JEECUP (Group B), the UP Polytechnic Joint Entrance Examination for lateral entry to B.Tech second year. BSc graduates with Mathematics at Class 12 may use their CUET-UG score. Seat allotment for both categories is done through UPTAC (UP Technical Admission Counselling) on the official portal at uptac.samarth.edu.in.

Ques. Is PITM Allahabad affiliated with AKTU for the B.Tech Lateral programme?

Ans. Yes, PITM is affiliated with Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow and is approved by AICTE. The B.Tech degree awarded on completion is an AKTU degree, which is recognised for government jobs, GATE examination, and postgraduate admissions across India.

Ques. What is the minimum percentage required in a diploma for B.Tech Lateral Entry at PITM?

Ans. Candidates must have secured a minimum of 50% marks in their Diploma in Engineering (relevant branch) from a BTEUP-recognised institution. For SC/ST candidates from Uttar Pradesh, the minimum aggregate required is 45%. No age restriction applies for this programme.

Ques. Can a Diploma in Civil Engineering graduate apply for B.Tech Lateral Mechanical at PITM?

Ans. Eligibility for lateral entry depends on the branch match as specified by AKTU and UPTAC norms. Typically, diploma holders from the same or closely allied branches are preferred. It is advisable to check the AKTU lateral entry branch-matching guidelines published on the UPTAC portal before applying, as cross-branch admissions are subject to seat availability and UPTAC discretion.

Ques. What documents are required for reporting to PITM after UPTAC seat allotment?

Ans. Candidates allotted a seat through UPTAC must report to PITM with original copies of Class 10 and diploma mark sheets, the UPTAC allotment letter, caste or income certificate (if applicable), migration certificate, and character certificate. Passbook copy and Aadhaar card are also typically required. All documents should be carried in original along with self-attested photocopies.

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