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The B.Tech (Lateral Entry) in Information Technology at Jaypee Institute of Information Technology (JIIT), Noida is a 3-year full-time undergraduate programme that allows diploma holders and B.Sc. graduates to directly enter the 2nd year (3rd semester) of the B.Tech IT programme. This pathway is designed for students who have completed a 3-year diploma in a relevant engineering discipline or a B.Sc. degree and wish to upgrade to a full B.Tech degree without starting from scratch. The programme is offered at JIIT's Sector-128, Noida campus. The total fee for the 3-year programme (Years 2, 3, and 4) is Rs. 11,95,000 (tuition fee + development fee). Admission is merit-based, primarily on diploma/B.Sc. marks, with no separate entrance exam required. The B.Tech IT programme at JIIT Noida is popular for its strong focus on software development, cloud computing, cybersecurity, data science, and emerging technologies, and is offered in full-time, on-campus mode.

Admission for the 2026-27 batch is currently ongoing. Applications opened in January 2026 and the last date is approximately May 2026. Candidates who have passed or are appearing in their final year of a 3-year diploma or B.Sc. in 2026 are eligible to apply.

Key Points

Direct entry to 2nd year (3rd semester) of B.Tech IT, saving one year compared to starting B.Tech from scratch.
Offered at JIIT Noida's Sector-128 campus, a NAAC 'A' accredited, NIRF-ranked deemed university.
The curriculum from 3rd semester onwards is the same as the regular B.Tech IT programme, ensuring parity in degree quality.
B.Tech IT at JIIT Noida focuses on software development, cloud computing, cybersecurity, data science, IoT, and emerging technologies.
JIIT's strong placement record (highest CTC of Rs. 60.71 LPA, average CTC of Rs. 11.37 LPA) benefits lateral entry students equally.
Students have access to all JIIT facilities including the "Ramanujan Universe" supercomputing centre, 117 labs, and the Digital Learning Centre.
Diploma holders from JIIT's own diploma programmes (CS&IT, CH&N) have a natural pathway to this programme.

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JIIT B.Tech (Lateral) IT Fees

The B.Tech (Lateral Entry) IT at JIIT Noida covers 3 years (6 semesters, from 2nd year to 4th year). The total tuition fee and development fee for the 3-year programme is Rs. 11,95,000. In addition, a one-time non-refundable admission charge of Rs. 25,000 and a refundable caution money deposit of Rs. 20,000 are applicable. Hostel accommodation is optional and costs Rs. 1,10,000 per semester.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Year 2	Year 3	Year 4	Total
Tuition Fee + Development Fee	Rs. 3,79,000	Rs. 3,98,000	Rs. 4,18,000	Rs. 11,95,000
Admission Charges (One-Time, Non-Refundable)	Rs. 25,000	-	-	Rs. 25,000
Caution Money (One-Time, Refundable)	Rs. 20,000	-	-	Rs. 20,000
Application Fee (Non-Refundable)	Rs. 1,200	-	-	Rs. 1,200
Total Fees (excluding hostel)	Rs. 4,25,200	Rs. 3,98,000	Rs. 4,18,000	Rs. 12,41,200
Hostel Charges (Optional)	Rs. 2,20,000	Rs. 2,20,000	Rs. 2,20,000	Rs. 6,60,000
Total Fees (including hostel)	Rs. 6,45,200	Rs. 6,18,000	Rs. 6,38,000	Rs. 19,01,200

Caution Money of Rs. 20,000 is refundable after completion of the programme.
Hostel charges are Rs. 1,10,000 per semester and are not mandatory.
The fee structure is as per AY 2026-27 and is subject to revision in subsequent years.
NRI/NRI Sponsored candidates are charged USD 12,100 per year (with waivers based on qualifying marks).

JIIT B.Tech (Lateral) IT Admission 2026

JIIT Noida B.Tech (Lateral Entry) IT admissions for 2026-27 are currently ongoing. Admission is merit-based, primarily on diploma/B.Sc. marks, with no separate entrance exam required. Applications are open from January 2026 and the last date is approximately May 2026. Candidates who have passed or are appearing in their final year of a 3-year diploma or B.Sc. in 2026 are eligible to apply.

JIIT B.Tech Lateral Entry (IT) Admission Dates

Event	Date
Application Window Open	January 2026 (ongoing)
Last Date to Apply	May 2026 (tentative)
Merit List / Admission Offers	June 2026 (tentative)
Batch Commencement (Tentative)	July/August 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed a 3-year Diploma in Engineering (in a relevant discipline such as Computer Science, IT, Electronics, or allied fields) from a recognised polytechnic/institution with a minimum of 60% marks (55% for SC/ST candidates).
Alternatively, candidates with a B.Sc. degree (with Mathematics as a subject) from a recognised university with a minimum of 60% marks (55% for SC/ST) are also eligible.
Candidates appearing in their final year of diploma/B.Sc. in 2026 are also eligible to apply provisionally.

Admission Process

Obtain and submit the application form online at jiit.ac.in or offline from the institute, along with the application fee of Rs. 1,200.
Submit diploma/B.Sc. marksheets (or pre-final year marksheet if appearing in 2026).
Merit list is prepared based on diploma/B.Sc. marks.
Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification and counselling.
Pay the admission fee to confirm the seat.

JIIT B.Tech (Lateral) IT Scholarships 2026

JIIT Noida offers financial support to B.Tech Lateral Entry IT students through government scholarship schemes and merit-based waivers. The UP Government Scholarship is available to economically weaker students from Uttar Pradesh. The AICTE Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) scheme provides 100% tuition fee waiver to eligible students. The Girl Students Scholarship (50% tuition fee waiver) is also available for eligible female students.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Financial Support	Amount	Eligibility
Girl Students Scholarship	50% tuition fee waiver	Female students with parent's income up to Rs. 8 lakhs per annum; 2 students per course
AICTE Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW)	100% Tuition Fee Waiver	2% of approved seats; family income from all sources up to Rs. 8 lakhs per annum
UP Government Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC/Minority/General EWS)	As per government norms	Annual family income below prescribed limit; valid income certificate from state authorities required
William Webster Merit-cum-Means Scholarship	Tuition fee waiver equivalent to one semester	2 scholarships (one each at Sec-62 and Sec-128); parent's income up to Rs. 8 lakhs per annum

Girl Students Scholarship continuity requires maintaining CGPA of 7.50 in each semester.
AICTE TFW seats are supernumerary (over and above the approved intake) and are awarded after the completion of the admission cycle.
UP Government Scholarship applications are submitted online through the state scholarship portal; deadlines are announced by the UP government each academic year.
William Webster Scholarship is awarded in the Even Semester every year; continuation requires CGPA of 7.00.

JIIT Noida B.Tech {Lateral} Information Technology Ranking

Collegedunia Ranking

#104 out of 500 in India 2025

#9th in Uttar Pradesh

Indiatoday Ranking

#47 out of 269 in India 2025

#7th in Uttar Pradesh

The Week Ranking

#44 out of 286 in India 2025

#5th in Uttar Pradesh

NIRF Ranking

#150 out of 300 in India 2025

#8th in Uttar Pradesh

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JIIT B.Tech (Lateral) IT FAQs

Ques. What is the difference between B.Tech IT (Lateral Entry) and B.Tech CSE (Lateral Entry) at JIIT Noida?

Ans. Both programmes follow the same fee structure and lateral entry process. The key difference is in the curriculum: B.Tech IT focuses more on software applications, cloud computing, cybersecurity, data science, and IT infrastructure, while B.Tech CSE has a stronger emphasis on core computer science fundamentals, algorithms, and systems programming. Both are offered at JIIT Noida (IT at Sector-128, CSE at Sector-62) and have the same placement opportunities.

Ques. Can JIIT Noida diploma holders (CS&IT, CH&N) apply for B.Tech Lateral Entry IT?

Ans. Yes, diploma holders from JIIT Noida's own diploma programmes (Diploma in CS&IT, Diploma in CH&N) are eligible to apply for B.Tech Lateral Entry IT, subject to meeting the minimum marks criteria (60% in diploma, 55% for SC/ST). This creates a seamless academic pathway from diploma to B.Tech within the same institution.

Ques. Is there an entrance exam for B.Tech Lateral Entry IT at JIIT Noida?

Ans. No, there is no separate entrance exam for B.Tech Lateral Entry at JIIT Noida. Admission is merit-based, primarily on diploma/B.Sc. marks. Candidates need to apply online or offline, submit their marksheets, and wait for the merit list.

Ques. What are the career prospects after completing B.Tech IT (Lateral Entry) from JIIT Noida?

Ans. B.Tech IT graduates from JIIT Noida can pursue careers in software development, cloud computing, cybersecurity, data science, IT consulting, and product management. JIIT Noida has a strong placement record with top recruiters including Microsoft, Amazon, Google, Infosys, TCS, Wipro, HCL, and numerous startups. The average CTC is Rs. 11.37 LPA and the highest CTC is Rs. 60.71 LPA.

Ques. What is the total cost of completing B.Tech (Lateral Entry) IT at JIIT Noida?

Ans. The total tuition fee and development fee for the 3-year programme is Rs. 11,95,000. Adding one-time charges (admission fee Rs. 25,000, caution money Rs. 20,000, application fee Rs. 1,200), the total cost excluding hostel is approximately Rs. 12,41,200. With optional hostel charges of Rs. 6,60,000 for 3 years, the total cost including hostel is approximately Rs. 19,01,200.

Ques. Is the B.Tech IT (Lateral Entry) degree from JIIT Noida equivalent to a regular B.Tech IT degree?

Ans. Yes, the degree awarded is the same B.Tech in Information Technology, with no distinction between lateral entry and regular entry on the degree certificate. The curriculum from 3rd semester onwards is identical to the regular B.Tech IT programme. Employers and higher education institutions treat lateral entry B.Tech graduates on par with regular B.Tech graduates.