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KL University Guntur B.Tech {Lateral} Civil Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility
Guntur, Andhra PradeshDeemed to be UniversityEstd 1980NAAC Grade A++
KL University Guntur Latest Updates and News
17 Sep, 2026 KL University Admission 2027-28 begins. Apply by Dec 2 @kluniversity.in. University Entrance Exams are scheduled from Dec 3 to 7, 2026. Check details.
04 May, 2026 KL University Guntur B.Tech {Lateral} Civil Engineering Fee Structure 2026-2027 is out. The total academic fee is ₹ 11.19 Lakhs.
Total fees
INR 6.90 Lakhs
3 years, no hostel
Average pay
INR 8.68 LPA
UG engineering median
Cutoff
10,000
KLECET merit range
Placement rate
69%
UG engineering placed
In This Page▾
01About this courseThe full write-up, from fees to placements
02Should you pick it?Who it suits, who should skip it, and a counsellor's advice
03EligibilityThe marks and exam you need before you apply
04Admission ProcessEvery step from the exam to reporting
05Admission DatesThe admission calendar, step by step
06FeesThe full course cost with and without hostel
07Will your rank get you in?Closing ranks by category and quota
08ScholarshipsWhat you can claim and what you missed
09How does it compare?The same course at colleges in its league, side by side
10FAQsShort answers to what students ask before they apply
About KLU B.Tech Lateral Civil
K L University offers a three-year, full-time B.Tech Lateral Civil Engineering course at its Guntur campus. Lateral entry students join the second year after a diploma or B.Sc route. The university is a UGC deemed university and stands #35 in NIRF Engineering 2025. The full fee without hostel is INR 6.90 Lakhs, paid per semester. Admission is through KLECET or State ECET, with diploma marks checked by the Admission Cell. The course has 60 seats. The latest UG engineering median pay is INR 8.68 LPA, and 69% of the UG engineering batch was placed.
KLU B.Tech Lateral Civil Fees
The full course costs INR 12.75 Lakhs with hostel and INR 6.90 Lakhs without hostel. The tuition fee is INR 6.90 Lakhs. You pay it per semester, six times in all. Hostel and mess add INR 5.85 Lakhs if you take the lower non AC shared room plan.
| Fee head | Amount | How it is charged |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | INR 6.90 Lakhs | INR 1.15 Lakhs a semester, 6 semesters |
| Hostel and mess | INR 5.85 Lakhs | INR 1.95 Lakhs a year, 3 years |
| Total, no hostel | INR 6.90 Lakhs | Full course |
| Total with hostel | INR 12.75 Lakhs | Full course |
KLU B.Tech Lateral Civil Admission Dates 2027
The Phase 1 form is open till 2 Dec 2026. The entrance test is from 3 Dec 2026 to 7 Dec 2026, and classes start in Aug 2027. Watch the result and counselling notice next.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| KLECET registration, last date to apply | 24 Sep 2026 to 2 Dec 2026 | Confirmed |
| KLECET phase 1 exam | 3 Dec 2026 to 7 Dec 2026 | Confirmed |
| KLECET result and rank | Dec 2026 | Tentative |
| Counselling registration | May 2027 | Tentative |
| Seat allotment | May 2027 | Tentative |
| Admission fee payment, last date | Jun 2027 | Tentative |
| Physical reporting and document check | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Classes start | Aug 2027 | Tentative |
KLU B.Tech Lateral Civil Eligibility
You need a diploma or B.Sc in a relevant branch with 60% marks. You also need KLECET or State ECET for the entrance route. If you fall short on marks, ask the Admission Cell before paying the form fee.
| Requirement | What you need |
|---|---|
| Qualification | Diploma or B.Sc in a relevant branch |
| Minimum marks | 60% in the qualifying course |
| Exam | KLECET or State ECET |
| Entry point | Second year of B.Tech |
KLU B.Tech Lateral Civil Admission Process
K L University takes the form first, then the entrance test or State ECET score. You upload marks papers and branch papers. The Admission Cell checks them, gives the seat, and asks you to pay the fee.
| Step | What you do |
|---|---|
| 1. Fill the form | Apply on the KL admission portal |
| 2. Write the test | Use KLECET or a State ECET score |
| 3. Check papers | Upload diploma or B.Sc marks and transfer papers |
| 4. Pay the fee | Pay after the seat and branch are confirmed |
| 5. Report | Bring original papers for the document check |
KLU B.Tech Lateral Civil Cutoff
KLECET safe range is rank 2,500 range. KLECET wait range is rank 10,000 range. These are KL counselling ranges for lateral entry, so a lower rank is safer for Civil Engineering.
| Category | Closing rank or score | Round and year |
|---|---|---|
| KLECET safe range | rank 2,500 range | Published merit range |
| KLECET wait range | rank 10,000 range | Published merit range |
| State ECET | Not published | Score checked by Admission Cell |
KLU B.Tech Lateral Civil Placements
The latest UG engineering median pay is INR 8.68 LPA and 69% of the UG engineering batch was placed. Civil students compete with the wider engineering batch. Construction, infrastructure and IT support roles are the usual routes.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average pay used here | INR 8.68 LPA |
| Median pay | INR 8.68 LPA |
| Batch placed | 69% |
| Recruiters | Construction, infrastructure and IT support firms |
KLU B.Tech Lateral Civil Scholarships
Four schemes can cut the fee by INR 36,000 to INR 3.45 Lakhs. The KLECET top-rank waiver gives the most. Category schemes need an income paper, and merit waivers need the entrance rank.
| Scholarship | Who can get it | Amount or waiver |
|---|---|---|
| KLECET top-rank waiver | Rank 1 to 100 | INR 3.45 Lakhs |
| KLECET merit waiver | Rank 101 to 2,500 | INR 1.73 Lakhs |
| Central Sector Scheme | Family income up to INR 4.5 Lakhs a year | INR 36,000 |
| Post-matric fee support | Eligible SC or ST students | INR 69,000 |
KLU B.Tech Lateral Civil Ranking
The university stands #35 in NIRF Engineering 2025 and is a UGC deemed university. NIRF uses data filed by the institute. The deemed status tells you the university awards its own degree.
| Ranking body | Year | Rank or grade |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF Engineering | 2025 | #35 |
| UGC | 2026 | Deemed university |
| Institution type | 2026 | Private deemed university |
KLU B.Tech Lateral Civil Course Structure
Year 2, Year 3 and Year 4 are the three study years. Lateral students must finish 142 to 147 credits. The course starts with Civil labs, then moves to design, transport and the final project.
| Year | What you study |
|---|---|
| Year 2 | Surveying, mechanics, materials and fluid labs |
| Year 3 | Structural design, soil, transport and water courses |
| Year 4 | Electives, industry work and final project |
| Credits | 142 to 147 credits for lateral entry |
KLU B.Tech Lateral Civil Hostel and Campus
The lower hostel plan costs INR 5.85 Lakhs for three years, based on the non AC shared room and mess. Rooms are given after payment. The Guntur campus is near Vijayawada, with construction sites and highway work around the region.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Hostel plan used here | Non AC shared room with mess |
| Full hostel cost | INR 5.85 Lakhs |
| Room rule | Room is given after hostel fee payment |
| City link | Guntur and Vijayawada construction market |
Should you pick B.Tech Lateral Civil Engineering at K L University?
This course suits diploma students who want a private deemed university and can study in Guntur for three years.
Pick it if:
You have a strong diploma score: KLECET and diploma marks both matter, so keep every marks paper ready.
You want Civil with software exposure: the campus pushes digital design tools, so add CAD and planning skills early.
Your family can pay per semester: the tuition fee is paid in six parts across the course.
You want the fee back fast: the ROI tile shows the median pay is higher than the full fee.
Skip it if:
You are counting on a public cutoff: KL does not publish a branch close like state counselling colleges.
You need hostel certainty before paying: rooms are given after hostel fee payment and the lower room plan can fill first.
You want only core site work: many engineering placements also go to IT support and service roles.
You may miss the first test phase: apply before the last date, or you wait for the next phase.
Counsellor's advice
Take it if your diploma marks are strong and you can pay the fee. If you need a lower fee, keep a state ECET option ready.
B.Tech Lateral Civil Engineering Eligibility▾
Qualification: Diploma or B.Sc in a relevant engineering branch.
Minimum marks: 60% in the qualifying course is the usual KL rule.
Exam needed: KLECET or State ECET is used for lateral entry admission.
Entry point: You join the second year and study the last six semesters.
B.Tech Lateral Civil Engineering Admission Process▾
Fill the form: Apply on the KL admission portal before the last date.
Write the test: Use KLECET or a valid State ECET score.
Upload papers: Give diploma marks, transfer papers and identity proof.
Pay the fee: Pay only after the branch and seat are confirmed.
Report on campus: Bring original papers for the document check.
B.Tech Lateral Civil Engineering Admission Dates 2027
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These are the official 2027 Phase 1 dates. Tap 2028 Session for expected dates of the next batch.
The 2028 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2027.
Confirmed
24 Sep 2026 to 2 Dec 2026
KLECET registration, last date to apply
Last date to apply is 2 Dec 2026. Late forms may move to the next phase.
Confirmed
3 Dec 2026 to 7 Dec 2026
KLECET phase 1 exam
Write the entrance test in this window if you apply for Phase 1.
Tentative
Dec 2026
KLECET result and rank
The result is expected after the test window.
Tentative
May 2027
Counselling registration
Register for counselling and keep diploma papers ready.
Tentative
May 2027
Seat allotment
The Admission Cell confirms the branch and seat.
Tentative
Jun 2027
Admission fee payment, last date
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by the given date.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Physical reporting and document check
Bring original diploma and transfer papers for checking.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Classes start
Lateral entry students join the second-year class.
Tentative
Sep 2027
KLECET registration, last date to apply
Expected to open around the same admission season.
Tentative
Dec 2027
KLECET phase 1 exam
Expected in the same month as Phase 1 this year.
Tentative
Dec 2027
KLECET result and rank
Expected after the exam window.
Tentative
May 2028
Counselling registration
Expected after the entrance phases.
Tentative
May 2028
Seat allotment
Expected when counselling closes.
Tentative
Jun 2028
Admission fee payment, last date
Expected after the seat is confirmed.
Tentative
Jul 2028
Physical reporting and document check
Expected before classes begin.
Tentative
Aug 2028
Classes start
Expected in the same month as this intake.
Source: KL University admissions portal. Confirm on the official site before you act.
K L University B.Tech Lateral Civil Engineering Fees 2027
▾
This is the full 3-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and mess.
Tuition fee
Per semester × 6, INR 1.15 Lakhs a semester
INR 6.90 Lakhs
Add hostel + mess
Hostel and mess
Per year × 3, INR 1.95 Lakhs a year
INR 5.85 Lakhs
Education loan EMI
INR 11,633
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
126%
average first-year pay INR 8.68 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 21,495
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
68%
average first-year pay INR 8.68 LPA vs the full fee
Source: KL University official fee schedule. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Will your rank get you Civil Lateral at K L University?
Pick your category and route. The cutoff ranges use KLECET lateral entry merit ranges.
Category
Quota
General · KLECET
9,800 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
9,801 to 12,400: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 12,400: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
General · State ECET
6,860 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
6,861 to 8,680: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 8,680: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
OBC-NCL · KLECET
3,200 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
3,201 to 4,300: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 4,300: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
OBC-NCL · State ECET
2,240 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
2,241 to 3,010: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 3,010: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
SC · KLECET
1,500 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
1,501 to 2,100: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 2,100: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
SC · State ECET
1,050 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
1,051 to 1,470: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 1,470: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
ST · KLECET
700 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
701 to 1,000: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 1,000: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
ST · State ECET
489 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
490 to 700: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 700: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
EWS · KLECET
1,400 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
1,401 to 1,900: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 1,900: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
EWS · State ECET
979 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
980 to 1,330: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 1,330: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
EDITOR'S NOTE
The safer number is the KLECET rank 2,500 range. A State ECET score can still help, but KL must confirm the branch before you pay.
K L University B.Tech Lateral Civil Engineering Scholarship Calculator
Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.
Category
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾
Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.
KLECET top-rank waiver
INR 3.45 Lakhs
State social welfare department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answersKLECET merit waiver
INR 1.73 Lakhs
Ministry of Education, through NSP
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year, top 20 percentile in Class 12Apply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answersCentral Sector Scheme
INR 36,000
K L University
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Sep 2026
Not eligible on your answersPost-matric fee support
INR 69,000
State backward classes welfare department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Nov 2026
Not eligible on your answersNo scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
K L University B.Tech Lateral Civil Engineering vs similar colleges
Tap a college to see it next to K L University. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.
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K L University
Guntur
Compared with
Vignan's Foundation for Science Technology and Research
Guntur
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SRM University AP
Amaravati
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GITAM University
Visakhapatnam
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VIT AP University
Amaravati
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KL University Hyderabad
Hyderabad
Total fees3 years, no hostel
INR 6.90 Lakhs
tuition fee
INR 7.80 Lakhs
INR 90,000 more
INR 11.20 Lakhs
INR 4.30 Lakhs more
INR 10.32 Lakhs
INR 3.42 Lakhs more
INR 7.80 Lakhs
INR 90,000 more
INR 6.75 Lakhs
INR 15,000 less
Average paylatest batch
INR 8.68 LPA
UG engineering median
INR 5.75 LPA
INR 2.93 LPA less
INR 9.90 LPA
INR 1.22 LPA more
INR 4.90 LPA
INR 3.78 LPA less
INR 7.88 LPA
INR 0.80 LPA less
INR 4.50 LPA
INR 4.18 LPA less
Placement rateshare of batch placed
69%
UG engineering placed
89%
20 points higher
85%
16 points higher
70%
1 point higher
90%
21 points higher
65%
4 points lower
Closing rankKLECET range, General
10,000
published merit range
20,000
10,000 places easier
Not published
15,000
5,000 places easier
Not published
8,000
2,000 places tougher
Seatsthis course
60
Civil lateral entry
60
Same seats
60
Same seats
60
Same seats
60
Same seats
60
Same seats
In short
If you want the Guntur region, K L University is cheaper and pays more on the figures used here. If your rank clears both, compare the branch lab and hostel fee before you choose.
In short
SRM AP pays more on the published figure, but its fee is much higher. If fee is your worry, keep K L University above it.
In short
GITAM has an easier range here, but the fee is higher and the pay figure is lower. If K L University confirms Civil, take that seat first.
In short
VIT AP places a bigger share on this table, but the pay figure is lower than K L University. If both are open, check the Civil lab and hostel cost.
In short
KL University Hyderabad costs a little less here, but its pay figure is lower. If you want the main Guntur campus, keep this page's seat above it.
Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.
FAQs on K L University B.Tech Lateral Civil Engineering
Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.
Is this Civil lateral course worth the fee?▾
Yes, if you want a private deemed university and can use the placement system well. The full fee without hostel is INR 6.90 Lakhs, and the pay figure used here is INR 8.68 LPA. Use the EMI and ROI line above before you decide.
Should I take this seat if my KLECET rank is near 10,000?▾
It is not a safe call on the rank alone. The page uses 10,000 as the wider merit range and 2,500 as the safer range. Keep the course in your list, but ask the Admission Cell to confirm Civil before you pay.
What job can I get after B.Tech Lateral Civil here?▾
You can aim for construction, infrastructure, design support and some IT support roles. The page uses INR 8.68 LPA as the UG engineering pay figure, not a Civil-only average. Build CAD, estimation and project planning skills from the first semester you join.
Who should pick this course at K L University?▾
Pick it if you already have a Civil diploma and want a three-year route to a B.Tech degree. It suits students who can pay INR 6.90 Lakhs without hostel and want a campus near Guntur and Vijayawada. Check the hostel cost if you will stay on campus.
Who should skip this course here?▾
Skip it if you need a low public-college fee or a public branch cutoff. The hostel-added cost rises to INR 12.75 Lakhs on the plan used here. If money is tight, compare State ECET colleges before you lock this seat.
Is Civil better than another branch here?▾
It depends on the work you want. Civil fits site work, design, transport and infrastructure roles. If you want mostly coding jobs, a computer branch at the same campus may suit you better. Ask for branch rules before you pay any fee.
Is this course good for higher studies?▾
Yes, if you want M.Tech, construction management or public works exams later. The course gives the B.Tech degree after lateral entry, and the article lists 142 to 147 credits. Keep your CGPA strong, because higher study forms read marks closely.
Should I wait a year for a better rank?▾
Wait only if you have a clear reason and a better exam plan. This course already saves one year because lateral entry starts in the second year. If your documents and fee plan are ready, confirm the branch and avoid losing a full admission year.
Will the hostel cost change my decision?▾
It can. The no-hostel fee is INR 6.90 Lakhs, while the hostel-added total used here is INR 12.75 Lakhs. If you live nearby, skipping hostel changes the cost a lot. If you need a room, ask which room type is still open.
Can I pay the fee in parts?▾
Yes, the tuition fee is shown per semester here. The course has six semesters after lateral entry, so the fee is split into six parts. Hostel and mess are separate. Ask the fee office for the payment dates before you make a loan plan.
Which scholarship should I check first?▾
Check the KLECET rank waiver first if your rank is strong. The largest waiver on this page is INR 3.45 Lakhs. If your rank is not in that range, check the smaller merit waiver and category schemes with your income paper.
What should I check before I join?▾
Check three things in writing: Civil branch confirmation, hostel room type and scholarship amount. The fee is INR 6.90 Lakhs without hostel, so even a small change matters. Use the rank checker and scholarship block above before you pay.
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