VelTech University B.Tech {Lateral} Electronics & Communication Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

The B.Tech (Lateral Entry) in Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) at Vel Tech is a 3-year full-time undergraduate programme (direct admission to the 2nd year) offered under the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, which has received consecutive Tier I NBA accreditation in 2018 and 2022. Established in 1997, the department is one of the largest and most research-active departments at Vel Tech, with 116 doctoral faculty members, 795 international journal publications, 115 patents published, and funded projects worth over Rs. 190 Lakhs from agencies like DRDO, DST, ISRO, and CPRI. The annual programme fee is Rs. 92,500 per year, with a total programme fee of Rs. 2,77,500 over three years. The course is offered in regular on-campus mode at the Vel Tech campus in Avadi, Chennai, and is popular among diploma holders in ECE and related disciplines seeking to upgrade to a B.Tech degree.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic year are currently open. Applications can be submitted online at application.veltech.edu.in. Based on last year's pattern, the batch typically commences in July 2026. Admission is merit-based, with selection based on qualifying examination marks.

KEY POINTS

• The B.Tech ECE programme at Vel Tech has received consecutive Tier I NBA accreditation (2018 and 2022), reflecting sustained academic quality and industry alignment.
• The department has industry-sponsored labs established in collaboration with Tessolve Semiconductor and MeitY (C2S) with funding exceeding Rs. 145 Lakhs, providing students access to cutting-edge semiconductor and embedded systems infrastructure.
• Embedded Systems and Robotics labs are supported by MHRD and IIT Bombay, and a FranceCol lab from FranceCol Technology, France, is also available for student projects.
• The department has strong presence in professional bodies including 8 IEEE societies, IETE, IEI, and ISTE, providing students with networking and professional development opportunities.
• Lateral entry students join directly in the 2nd year (3rd semester), completing the programme in 3 years (6 semesters) instead of the standard 4 years.
• The Mahatma Gandhi National Merit Scholarship (Phase III) is applicable for B.Tech Lateral Entry students, providing significant fee concessions based on qualifying examination marks.

Vel Tech B.Tech Lateral ECE Fees

Programme Fees

Hostel Fees (Optional)

• Caution Deposit: Rs. 5,000 payable once at the time of admission; refundable at the end of the programme.
• Hostel Admission Fee: Rs. 5,000 (one-time, non-refundable).
• Hostel Caution Deposit: Rs. 5,000 (refundable at the end of the programme).
• Hostel is optional; allotment is on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Exam fee covers all subjects in the current semester for the first attempt only.
• Fees for arrears and supplementary appearances are charged separately.
• Fees are payable semester-wise; each semester fee is Rs. 46,250.

Mahatma Gandhi National Merit Scholarship (Phase III)

Vel Tech B.Tech Lateral ECE Admission 2026

Vel Tech B.Tech (Lateral Entry) ECE Admission Dates 2026

No separate entrance exam

• Vel Tech conducts its own admission process for B.Tech Lateral Entry.
• Admission is merit-based on qualifying examination marks (Diploma aggregate).

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Diploma holders in Electronics & Communication Engineering, Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, or related disciplines from a recognised polytechnic/board with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks are eligible.
• B.Sc. graduates in Electronics, Physics (with Electronics), or related disciplines from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks are also eligible.
• Candidates must have passed the qualifying examination from a recognised board/university.

Admission Process

• Visit application.veltech.edu.in and fill the B.Tech Lateral Entry online application form.
• Pay the application fee online.
• Submit diploma/B.Sc. mark sheets, degree/diploma certificate, and other required documents.
• Receive provisional admission offer based on qualifying examination merit.
• Pay the semester fee to confirm admission.
• Report to campus on the designated date for document verification and registration.
• Candidates may also take direct admission by visiting the university in person.

Vel Tech B.Tech Lateral ECE Scholarships 2026

Scholarships

• The Mahatma Gandhi National Merit Scholarship is applied on the tuition fee component only; Academic & Career Advancement Fee (Rs. 15,000) and Exam Fee (Rs. 5,000) are payable in full by all students.
• Scholarship is applicable from the first semester of lateral entry (3rd semester of the programme) itself, provided the eligibility criteria are met at the time of admission.
• Government scholarships must be applied for through the respective government portals (Tamil Nadu e-Scholarship portal, NSP portal) within the stipulated deadlines after admission.