Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 31, 2026

The B.Tech. (Lateral Entry) in Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) at Silicon University, Bhubaneswar is a 3-year full-time, on-campus undergraduate engineering programme that allows diploma holders and B.Sc. graduates to enter directly into the 3rd semester of the B.Tech. programme. The curriculum covers core areas including digital electronics, communication systems, VLSI design, signal processing, microprocessors, and embedded systems, with elective options spanning wireless communications, IoT, and RF engineering. The programme has a total lateral entry intake of 18 seats and is NBA-accredited, making it a strong choice for diploma engineers seeking a full engineering degree. Admission is exclusively through OJEE 2026 counselling, and the total programme fee is approximately Rs. 6.80 Lakhs.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session are upcoming. The OJEE 2026 registration window was open from January 28, 2026 to March 22, 2026. The exam is scheduled from May 4 to May 9, 2026, with results expected tentatively on June 1, 2026. University-level applications opened on March 24, 2026, with the last date for the 1st round of university-level counselling being June 15, 2026. Candidates should monitor the official OJEE website (ojee.nic.in) and Silicon University's website (silicon.ac.in) for counselling schedule updates.

Key Points

The B.Tech. ECE programme at Silicon University is NBA-accredited and part of the Washington Accord, giving the degree international recognition.
Lateral entry students join directly in the 3rd semester, completing the degree in 3 years instead of 4.
There is no reservation category applicable for lateral entry admissions at Silicon University.
Silicon University provides free transportation within Bhubaneswar city limits for all students.
The university's Practice School Programme in the final year provides structured industry internship experience.
The ECE department has strong industry connections with companies like Mentor Graphics, Texas Instruments, CoreEL Technologies, Synopsys, and VVDN.

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Silicon B.Tech ECE Fees

The total fee for the B.Tech. (Lateral Entry) ECE programme at Silicon University is approximately Rs. 6.80 Lakhs for the full 3-year duration. The tuition fee is Rs. 1,10,000 per semester across 6 semesters, with a one-time admission fee of Rs. 20,000 payable at the time of joining. Hostel accommodation is optional and available at additional cost depending on the room type chosen.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (per semester)	1,10,000
Number of Semesters	6
Total Tuition Fee (6 semesters)	6,60,000
One-time Admission Fee	20,000
Total Fees (excluding hostel)	6,80,000

Hostel Fees (Optional)

Room Type	Rent per Semester (INR)
4-seater, Non-AC	20,000
3-seater, Non-AC	22,000
2-seater with attached toilet, Non-AC	30,000
3-seater with attached toilet, Non-AC	30,000
4-seater, AC	30,000
3-seater, AC	38,000

One-time Hostel Registration Charges (Non-Refundable): Rs. 9,000 for all categories.
Mess advance: Rs. 22,500 per semester (payable separately).
A 5% rebate on fees is available if paid annually at the beginning of the academic session.
Counselling fee of Rs. 1,000 is applicable if admission is taken through university-level counselling.
Refund of fees is as per UGC/AICTE guidelines.
Refundable deposits (caution money) are returned at the time of course completion or cancellation.
Silicon University assists students in obtaining education loans through bank representatives available on campus.

Silicon B.Tech ECE Admission 2026

Admissions to the B.Tech. (Lateral Entry) ECE programme at Silicon University are conducted exclusively through OJEE counselling. All 18 lateral entry seats are filled through the OJEE process; there is no university-level counselling for lateral entry admissions. Candidates must qualify OJEE 2026 and participate in the OJEE counselling to secure a seat.

Important Dates

Silicon University Admission Dates

Event	Date
University-level Application Opens	March 24, 2026
Last Date for 1st Round of University-level Counselling Application	June 15, 2026

OJEE 2026 Exam Dates

Event	Date
OJEE 2026 Registration Start	January 28, 2026
OJEE 2026 Registration End	March 22, 2026
OJEE 2026 Admit Card Release	April 25, 2026
OJEE 2026 Exam	May 4 - May 9, 2026
OJEE 2026 Result (Tentative)	June 1, 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed a minimum 3-year or 2-year (Lateral Entry) Diploma in any branch of Engineering and Technology with at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST candidates).
Alternatively, candidates with a B.Sc. degree from a UGC-recognised university with at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST) and Mathematics as a subject in 10+2 are also eligible.
There is no reservation category applicable for lateral entry admissions.

Admission Process

Register and appear for OJEE 2026 (exam conducted May 4-9, 2026).
Check OJEE 2026 results (tentatively June 1, 2026).
Participate in OJEE counselling for lateral entry seats at Silicon University.
Report to the university on the allotted date with all required original documents.
Pay the admission fee of Rs. 20,000 at the time of joining.

Silicon B.Tech ECE Scholarships 2026

Silicon University offers merit-based institutional scholarships to B.Tech. students. Scholarships are linked to JEE Mains CRL rank and academic performance, provided the candidate has scored more than 70% marks in 10th and 12th. The scholarship is applicable from the first semester and can be continued in subsequent semesters subject to maintaining a CGPA of 8.5 or above, 80% attendance, and no pending disciplinary cases.

Scholarship Amounts

Scholarship Criteria	JEE Mains CRL Rank	Scholarship Amount
More than 70% in 10th and 12th	50,001 to 75,000	Rs. 25,000 per semester
More than 70% in 10th and 12th	25,000 to 50,000	Rs. 50,000 per semester
More than 70% in 10th and 12th	Below 25,000	Rs. 75,000 per semester

Scholarship is not applicable for Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) candidates.
Continuation of scholarship requires CGPA of 8.5 or above without any backlog, 80% or above attendance, and no pending disciplinary cases.
Students may also explore government scholarships such as the Odisha State Scholarship, Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC students, and schemes listed on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
Silicon University assists students in availing education loans from banks.

Silicon B.Tech ECE Placement 2026

Placement Companies

Companies
Mentor Graphics
Texas Instruments
CoreEL Technologies
Synopsys
VVDN
Marquee Semiconductor
Asiczen Technologies
PHYTEC

B.Tech. ECE graduates from Silicon University have been placed in companies such as Mentor Graphics, Texas Instruments, CoreEL Technologies, Synopsys, VVDN, Marquee Semiconductor, Asiczen Technologies, and PHYTEC. The university also has strong alumni in public sector organisations like ISRO and DRDO. Graduates can also pursue M.Tech. in ECE at Silicon University or appear for GATE for higher studies at IITs/NITs.

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Silicon B.Tech ECE FAQs

Ques. Is the B.Tech. ECE (Lateral Entry) programme at Silicon University NBA-accredited?

Ans. Yes, the B.Tech. Electronics and Communication Engineering programme at Silicon University is accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA), which is part of the Washington Accord. Lateral entry students are part of the same programme and benefit from this accreditation.

Ques. Can a diploma holder from a non-ECE branch apply for lateral entry into B.Tech. ECE at Silicon University?

Ans. Yes. The eligibility criteria allow candidates with a diploma in ANY branch of Engineering and Technology with at least 45% marks to apply for lateral entry. However, admission is subject to seat availability and OJEE counselling rank.

Ques. How many seats are available for B.Tech. Lateral Entry ECE at Silicon University?

Ans. The total sanctioned intake for B.Tech. (Lateral Entry) Electronics and Communication Engineering at Silicon University is 18 seats.

Ques. Is there any university-level counselling for lateral entry admissions at Silicon University?

Ans. No. For B.Tech. Lateral Entry, 100% of the seats are filled exclusively through OJEE counselling. Unlike regular B.Tech. admissions (where 50% seats are filled through university-level counselling), lateral entry admissions have no university-level counselling route.

Ques. What is the hostel fee for B.Tech. ECE lateral entry students at Silicon University?

Ans. Hostel accommodation is optional. Fees range from Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 38,000 per semester depending on the room type (AC/Non-AC), with a one-time non-refundable hostel registration charge of Rs. 9,000 and a mess advance of Rs. 22,500 per semester.

Ques. What are the career prospects after B.Tech. ECE (Lateral Entry) from Silicon University?

Ans. B.Tech. ECE graduates from Silicon University have been placed in companies such as Mentor Graphics, Texas Instruments, CoreEL Technologies, Synopsys, VVDN, Marquee Semiconductor, Asiczen Technologies, and PHYTEC. The university also has strong alumni in public sector organisations like ISRO and DRDO. Graduates can also pursue M.Tech. in ECE at Silicon University or appear for GATE for higher studies at IITs/NITs.