Central Institute of Technology Kokrajhar, an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, offers a B.Tech Lateral Entry programme in Instrumentation Engineering for diploma holders seeking direct admission to the third semester. Ranked 335 in the Collegedunia 2026 India B.Tech Colleges list, CIT Kokrajhar’s lateral entry route provides a three-year pathway through CITKEE, enabling diploma graduates in instrumentation, electronics, or related fields to earn a B.Tech degree while mastering process control, industrial automation, sensors, and SCADA systems.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions to B.Tech Lateral Entry at CIT Kokrajhar for 2026-27 are through CITKEE; the application window is expected to open in March 2026. Check admission.cit.ac.in for the official schedule and exam notification.
Key Points
- Three-year, six-semester lateral entry programme admitting diploma holders directly to Semester III.
- Total fees of INR 1,38,000 for GEN/OBC students; SC/ST/PwD students pay INR 66,000 in total.
- Admission through CITKEE; candidates need a three-year diploma in a relevant branch with 45 percent marks.
CIT Kokrajhar B.Tech (Lateral Entry) Instrumentation Engineering Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| One-time Non-refundable Charges (payable at Semester III admission) | INR 5,000 |
| Caution Money (refundable on programme completion) | INR 4,000 |
| Semester III | INR 21,500 |
| Semester IV | INR 21,500 |
| Semester V | INR 21,500 |
| Semester VI | INR 21,500 |
| Semester VII | INR 21,500 |
| Semester VIII | INR 21,500 |
| Total Fees (3 years, Hostel charges separate) | INR 1,38,000 |
- One-time non-refundable charges include admission, certificate, medical examination, student welfare, identity card, training and placement, convocation, alumni, and modernisation fees.
- SC/ST/PwD students receive fee concessions; their per-semester charge is INR 9,500 and the three-year total is INR 66,000.
- Optional hostel accommodation is available on campus; hostel and mess charges are billed separately and are not included in the total above.
CIT Kokrajhar B.Tech (Lateral Entry) Instrumentation Engineering Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| CITKEE Application Window Opens | March 2026 (Tentative) |
| CITKEE Application Deadline | May 2026 (Tentative) |
| CITKEE Examination | June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Result Declaration | June to July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Counselling and Seat Allotment | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Semester III Classes Commence | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- Apply online through admission.cit.ac.in during the CITKEE application window; the application fee is INR 1,200 for GEN/OBC and INR 600 for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
- Qualify CITKEE: a three-hour MCQ-based entrance test with Section A (60 marks, common for all branches) and Section B (40 marks, branch-specific); syllabus is aligned with AICTE Diploma curricula.
- Admission is directly to Semester III; shortlisted candidates must report for document verification with original Diploma marksheets (all semesters), category certificate if applicable, and CITKEE scorecard.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a three-year Diploma in Engineering or Technology in a relevant branch from an AICTE/UGC-recognised institution with a minimum of 45 percent marks (40 percent for SC/ST/PwD); qualifying CITKEE is also mandatory.
- Alternatively, B.Sc. graduates with Mathematics from a UGC-recognised university with at least 45 percent marks and Physics and Mathematics at Class 12 may apply; Diploma holders are given admission priority.
Admission Process
- Register at admission.cit.ac.in when the CITKEE notification is released; select the branch of choice and upload Diploma marksheets and category certificate.
- Pay the CITKEE application fee of INR 1,200 (INR 600 for SC/ST/PwD) and download the admit card when released.
- Appear in the CITKEE examination; after result declaration, participate in online counselling for seat allotment.
- Report to the CIT Kokrajhar campus on the joining date with original documents, pay the first-semester fee, and complete enrolment.
✓ Opt for this if
- Diploma holders in instrumentation or electronics targeting a B.Tech degree via lateral route.
- Students from Assam or North-East seeking an NI-tier B.Tech at affordable fees.
- Candidates aiming for PSU roles in oil, gas, or power sectors after graduation.
- Those who prefer direct Semester III entry over repeating foundational year coursework.
✗ Skip if
- Candidates seeking a fresh four-year B.Tech starting from Semester I.
- Students whose diploma is in a branch unrelated to instrumentation or electronics.
- Those primarily targeting software, IT, or product-company careers over core engineering.
- Candidates who need a metro campus for industry networking and internship access.
CIT Kokrajhar B.Tech (Lateral Entry) Instrumentation Engineering Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships (NSP) | INR 10,000 to INR 20,000 per year | Students in first and second years of degree programmes; based on merit and income (family income below INR 8 lakh) |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship (Girls) | INR 50,000 per year | Girl students in AICTE-approved programmes; family income below INR 8 lakh per annum |
| AICTE Saksham Scholarship (PwD) | INR 50,000 per year | Students with benchmark disability in AICTE-approved programmes |
| Assam State Scholarship (SC/ST) | As per state norms | SC/ST students domiciled in Assam; applied through the Assam state scholarship portal |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (OBC, Assam) | As per government norms | OBC students domiciled in Assam; family income below INR 1 lakh per annum |
- Central government scholarships are disbursed through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in); students should apply in the academic year of joining with income, category, and bank account details.
- CIT Kokrajhar is an Institute of National Importance; students may also explore merit-based awards announced by the institute each academic year.
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