Anjaneya University B.Tech CSE Lateral FAQs
Ques. Do I need to appear in any entrance exam for B.Tech lateral entry at Anjaneya University?
Ans. No separate entrance exam is required for B.Tech lateral entry admission at Anjaneya University. Admission is granted on the basis of merit in the qualifying Diploma or B.Sc examination. Candidates must apply through the university admission portal, submit their marksheets, and attend document verification. There is no written test or interview conducted by the university for lateral entry selection.
Ques. Which semester do lateral entry students join and what is the duration?
Ans. Lateral entry students at Anjaneya University join directly from the 3rd semester (2nd year) of the B.Tech programme, bypassing the 1st year. The total duration of study is 3 years, covering 6 semesters. This allows Diploma holders to complete a full B.Tech degree without repeating foundational subjects already covered during their Diploma programme.
Ques. Is a B.Sc graduate eligible for B.Tech lateral entry in CSE?
Ans. Yes. Graduates with a B.Sc degree in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from a recognised university are eligible for lateral entry into B.Tech at Anjaneya University, provided they have obtained a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. This route is available to non-Diploma candidates and opens the B.Tech pathway for science graduates.
Ques. What is the total cost including hostel for a lateral entry B.Tech student?
Ans. The academic fee for the 3-year B.Tech lateral programme is INR 2,40,000 in total, at INR 80,000 per year. Optional hostel accommodation is available at INR 75,000 per year, bringing the total to INR 4,65,000 over 3 years with hostel included. Examination and library charges are additional per university norms.
Ques. Are lateral entry B.Tech graduates eligible for the same job profiles as regular B.Tech graduates?
Ans. Yes. A B.Tech degree obtained through lateral entry is equivalent to a regular B.Tech and is recognised by UGC and AICTE. Lateral entry graduates are eligible for the same campus placement drives, government job notifications, and higher studies (M.Tech, MBA) as regular four-year B.Tech graduates. There is no distinction in the degree certificate or its recognition by employers.
Ques. Can I apply for a bank education loan for the B.Tech lateral programme?
Ans. Yes. Since Anjaneya University is UGC and AICTE recognised, students in the lateral entry B.Tech programme are eligible for education loans from nationalised banks like State Bank of India and Punjab National Bank, as well as private banks. The loan typically covers tuition fees and hostel charges. Carry the university admission letter and fee receipt when approaching a bank for the loan application.


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