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The B.Tech Mechanical Engineering Lateral Entry is a 2-year full-time programme for diploma holders and first-year B.Tech students. Annual fee: 1,98,000 (99,000 per semester). Entrance: GAT, AP/TS ECET, DCET. Admits 40-60 students. Full-time on-campus course. Blends traditional principles with AI, digital manufacturing, sustainable engineering.

Admissions 2026-27 ongoing. Last date: 16 April 2026. Exam: 19 April 2026. Results: 19 April 2026. Final deadline: 2 May 2026. Counselling: 20-26 April 2026.

Key Points

Comprehensive curriculum blending traditional Mechanical Engineering with AI, digital manufacturing, sustainable practices
Cutting-edge facilities: Digital Manufacturing Lab, Material Testing Lab, Sustainable Energy Lab, 3D Printing Design Lab
Industry partnerships: Collins Aerospace, L&T, Skyroot Aerospace
Liberal education: 24 credits across Business, Humanities, Law, Architecture, Sciences
Mandatory 2-credit venture development course for innovation and entrepreneurship
Multidisciplinary research opportunities in Mechanical Engineering and Emerging Technologies

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GITAM Visakhapatnam Latest Updates & News

06 Jan, 2026 GITAM Visakhapatnam B.Tech {Lateral} Mechanical Engineering Fee Structure 2026 has been released. The total academic fee is ₹ 8.94 Lakhs. Read more.

GITAM B.Tech ME Lateral Fees

Transparent fee structure for lateral entry students. Annual tuition: 1,98,000 (semester-wise: 99,000). 3% discount for full annual payment. Fees increase 5-8% in final year. Hostel and food optional. Merit and need-based scholarships up to 100%.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (Annual)
Tuition Fee (Semester 1)	99,000
Tuition Fee (Semester 2)	99,000
Total Annual Tuition Fee	1,98,000
Hostel Fees (Optional)	To be confirmed
Total Fees (Tuition Only)	1,98,000

3% discount for full annual payment.
5-8% increase in final year.
Hostel/food optional.
Subject to annual increases.

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GITAM B.Tech ME Lateral Admission 2026

Merit-based, transparent process for diploma holders and first-year B.Tech students. GAT or state board exams (AP/TS ECET, DCET). First-come-first-served scholarship allocation.

Admission Dates

Event	Date
Last Date to Apply	16 April 2026
Entrance Exam (GAT)	19 April 2026
Results	19 April 2026
Counselling	20-26 April 2026
Fee Payment (Scholarship)	26 April 2026
Final Deadline	2 May 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Diploma holders from recognized polytechnics
First-year B.Tech students with 50% aggregate
GAT or AP/TS ECET/DCET qualified
Indian/NRI/Foreign nationals eligible

Admission Process

Register on apply.gitam.edu
Select B.Tech Mechanical Engineering Lateral Entry, Visakhapatnam
Pay 600 application fee
Appear for GAT or submit ECET/DCET scores
Participate in merit-based counselling
Complete fee payment and verification

GITAM B.Tech ME Lateral Scholarships 2026

Comprehensive merit and need-based schemes. Up to 100% tuition scholarships. First-come-first-served allocation.

Merit Scholarships (Lateral Entry)

%	GAT Score	ECET/DCET Rank	State Board %
100	141-200	1-100	95-100
75	131-140	101-500	91-94.99
60	121-130	501-1000	88-90.99
40	111-120	1001-1500	83-87.99
25	101-110	1501-3000	80-82.99
15	86-100	3001-5000	70-79.99

Other Scholarships:

Employee Children: 60%, 40%, 20%
Loyalty: 10% for alumni/siblings/retired staff children
Sports: 100%, 75%, 50%, 25%, 15%
Need-Based: Family income below 12 LPA (upgraded merit)
Hostel: Additional 20% for need-based recipients

Merit applies year 1 only (8.0 CGPA required).
Need-based requires tax documents.
Max 75% combined.
First-come-first-served.

GITAM B.Tech ME Lateral Placement 2026

Strong placement record with 530+ recruiters and 3500+ offers. 90%+ placement rate. Mechanical Engineering graduates in demand across automotive, aerospace, energy sectors.

Placement Statistics

Metric	Value
Recruiters	530+
Offers	3500+
Placed	90%+
Highest	46.5 LPA
Average	4.8 LPA
Median	4.8 LPA
Rate	90%+

Roles: Mechanical Engineer, Automotive Engineer, Aerospace Engineer, Energy Engineer, Design Engineer, Industrial Automation Engineer. Top recruiters: L&T, Collins Aerospace, Skyroot Aerospace, TCS, Infosys.

GITAM Visakhapatnam B.Tech {Lateral} Mechanical Engineering Ranking

NIRF Ranking

#150 out of 300 in India 2025

#5th in Andhra Pradesh

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GITAM B.Tech ME Lateral FAQs

Ques. Q1: Regular vs Lateral B.Tech Mechanical Engineering?

Ans. Regular is 4-year for 12th pass; lateral is 2-year for diploma/first-year B.Tech students. Same content, different entry points.

Ques. Q2: AICTE recognized?

Ans. Yes, fully AICTE recognized. Equivalent to regular B.Tech. Accepted by employers and for higher studies.

Ques. Q3: Career options?

Ans. Mechanical Engineer, Automotive Engineer, Aerospace Engineer, Energy Engineer, Design Engineer, Industrial Automation Engineer. M.Tech, MBA, PhD options available.

Ques. Q4: Internships?

Ans. Yes, mandatory internships included. Opportunities with L&T, Collins Aerospace, Skyroot Aerospace in mechanical engineering roles.

Ques. Q5: Placement rate?

Ans. 90%+ placement. Average 4.8 LPA, highest 46.5 LPA. Top recruiters: L&T, Collins Aerospace, Skyroot Aerospace, TCS, Infosys.

Ques. Q6: Further studies?

Ans. M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering, Manufacturing. MBA for management. PhD for research. Professional certifications in CAD, CATIA popular.