Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

B.Tech Lateral Entry (Electronics & Communication Engineering) at Guru Tegh Bahadur Institute of Technology (GTBIT), New Delhi is a 3-year full-time undergraduate program for diploma holders, offering direct entry into the 2nd year of the B.Tech ECE program. GTBIT is affiliated to Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) and approved by AICTE. The lateral entry program allows diploma holders in ECE or related engineering disciplines to complete their B.Tech degree in 3 years instead of 4. The total fee for the 3-year course is approximately Rs. 5.37 Lakhs (Years 2, 3, and 4 of the regular fee structure). Admission is through GGSIPU LE-B.Tech counselling (CET Code 128 for Diploma holders), and the program is popular among working professionals and diploma holders seeking a full B.Tech degree.

Admissions for the 2026-27 batch are upcoming. The GGSIPU LE-B.Tech (Code 128) counselling for lateral entry is expected to begin from May-June 2026. Mandatory uploading of educational testimonials and reserved category documents typically opens in May 2026. Counselling rounds and college reporting are expected in June-August 2026.

Key Points

Lateral entry students directly join the 2nd year (3rd semester) of the B.Tech ECE program at GTBIT.
The program is open to diploma holders in ECE, EEE, or related engineering disciplines with minimum 60% marks.
Lateral entry students follow the same curriculum as regular B.Tech ECE students from the 3rd semester onwards.
GTBIT has a dedicated checklist of documents for lateral entry students at the time of physical reporting.
Lateral entry students are eligible for all scholarships and placement opportunities available to regular B.Tech students.

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GTBIT B.Tech Lateral ECE Fees

The total fee for B.Tech Lateral Entry ECE at GTBIT for the 3-year course (2nd, 3rd, and 4th year) is approximately Rs. 5.37 Lakhs. The annual fee structure is the same as the regular B.Tech ECE program from Year 2 onwards. There are no first-year one-time charges (Book Bank, Caution Money, Alumni Fund) for lateral entry students joining in the 2nd year; however, Caution Money and Book Bank are collected at the time of admission.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (per year)	1,16,600
University Other Dues (per year)	20,000
Examination Fee (per year)	3,000
Innovation & Incubation Fee (per year)	500
Annual Fee Total (per year, Years 2-4)	1,40,100
Book Bank (one-time, Rs. 4,000 refundable)	6,000
Caution Money (one-time, fully refundable)	10,000
Alumni Contribution Fund (one-time)	2,000
Total Fee - 3 Years (excluding one-time refundable charges)	4,20,300
Total Fee - 3 Years (including one-time charges)	5,38,300

Caution Money of Rs. 10,000 is fully refundable at the time of leaving the institution.
Book Bank fee of Rs. 4,000 is refundable.
Fee is as per the 6th State Fee Regulatory Committee (SFRC) notification for Academic Year 2026-27.
No hostel facility is available at GTBIT campus; students need to arrange their own accommodation.

GTBIT B.Tech Lateral ECE Admission 2026

Admission to B.Tech Lateral Entry ECE at GTBIT is through GGSIPU centralized online counselling for LE-B.Tech (CET Code 128 for Diploma holders, Code 129 for B.Sc graduates). The 2026 admission cycle is upcoming. Candidates must have a valid diploma in engineering with minimum 60% marks and register for GGSIPU LE-B.Tech counselling to participate in the seat allotment process.

College Admission Dates

Event	Date
LE-B.Tech (Code 128) Application / Document Upload Start	May 2026 (Tentative)
LE-B.Tech (Code 128) Application End	May/June 2026 (Tentative)
GGSIPU LE-B.Tech Counselling Round 1	June/July 2026 (Tentative)
GGSIPU LE-B.Tech Counselling Round 2	July 2026 (Tentative)
Sliding Round / Spot Rounds	July-August 2026 (Tentative)
College Reporting / Batch Start (2nd Year)	August 2026 (Tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates must have passed a 3-year Diploma in Engineering (ECE, EEE, or related discipline) from a recognized polytechnic/institution.
Minimum 60% aggregate marks in the Diploma program (55% for SC/ST candidates).
B.Sc graduates with Mathematics as a subject are also eligible under CET Code 129.

Admission Process:

Register on the GGSIPU portal for LE-B.Tech (CET Code 128 for Diploma holders or Code 129 for B.Sc graduates).
Upload educational testimonials, diploma marksheets, and reserved category documents.
Pay counselling participation fee and fill college/stream preferences.
Participate in seat allotment rounds (Round 1, Round 2, Sliding Round, Spot Rounds).
Pay part academic fee online after seat allotment.
Report physically to GTBIT with required documents (as per the GTBIT Lateral Entry checklist) within the stipulated dates.

GTBIT B.Tech Lateral ECE Scholarships 2026

Lateral entry students at GTBIT are eligible for all state and central government scholarships available to regular B.Tech students. Delhi government's Merit-cum-Means scheme provides financial assistance to general category students with family income up to Rs. 6 Lakhs per annum. SC/ST/OBC students can apply through the e-District Delhi portal for state-sponsored scholarships.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount	Application Portal
Delhi Merit-cum-Means Financial Assistance (NFSA Card holders)	General students with NFSA (Ration) Card	100% tuition fee reimbursement	e-District Delhi Portal
Delhi Merit-cum-Means Financial Assistance (Income up to Rs. 2.5 Lakhs)	General students; family income up to Rs. 2.5 Lakhs/year	50% tuition fee reimbursement	e-District Delhi Portal
Delhi Merit-cum-Means Financial Assistance (Income up to Rs. 6 Lakhs)	General students; family income up to Rs. 6 Lakhs/year	25% tuition fee reimbursement	e-District Delhi Portal
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Delhi)	SC students; Delhi domicile	Tuition fee + maintenance allowance	e-District Delhi / NSP
Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students (Delhi)	OBC students; Delhi domicile	Partial fee reimbursement	e-District Delhi / NSP
AICTE Pragati Scholarship (for Girl Students)	Girl students in AICTE-approved institutions; family income below Rs. 8 Lakhs/year	Rs. 50,000/year	aicte-india.org
AICTE Saksham Scholarship (for Differently-Abled)	Differently-abled students in AICTE-approved institutions	Rs. 50,000/year	aicte-india.org
GGSIPU EWS Scholarship	EWS students of GGSIPU affiliated colleges	Financial assistance	GGSIPU portal
Nishkam Sikh Welfare Council Scholarship	Sikh minority students	Financial assistance	GTBIT / Nishkam Council

Delhi state scholarships are available only for Delhi domicile students.
Applications for most scholarships open between August and November each year.
Lateral entry students must maintain minimum attendance and academic performance to retain scholarship benefits.

GTBIT B.Tech Lateral ECE Placement 2026

Placement Eligibility

Aspect	Details
Eligibility for Lateral Entry Students	Yes, lateral entry students are fully eligible for campus placements at GTBIT
Placement Process	They participate in the same placement drives as regular B.Tech students
Training and Placement Cell Policy	The Training and Placement Cell at GTBIT does not differentiate between regular and lateral entry students for placement purposes
Average Package	Around Rs. 5-6 LPA
Top Recruiters	Amazon, Google, Infosys, HCL, and Newgen

GTBIT B.Tech Lateral ECE FAQs

Ques. What is the difference between B.Tech regular and B.Tech Lateral Entry ECE at GTBIT?

Ans. B.Tech regular ECE is a 4-year program starting from the 1st year, while B.Tech Lateral Entry ECE is a 3-year program for diploma holders who directly join the 2nd year (3rd semester). Both programs lead to the same B.Tech degree from GGSIPU. Lateral entry students follow the same curriculum as regular students from the 3rd semester onwards and are eligible for the same placements and scholarships.

Ques. What is the eligibility for B.Tech Lateral Entry ECE at GTBIT?

Ans. Candidates must have passed a 3-year Diploma in Engineering (ECE, EEE, or related discipline) from a recognized polytechnic with minimum 60% marks (55% for SC/ST). B.Sc graduates with Mathematics are also eligible under CET Code 129. There is no entrance exam; admission is based on diploma marks through GGSIPU centralized counselling.

Ques. What is the total fee for B.Tech Lateral Entry ECE at GTBIT?

Ans. The total fee for B.Tech Lateral Entry ECE at GTBIT for the 3-year course is approximately Rs. 5.38 Lakhs (including one-time charges). The annual fee is Rs. 1,40,100 per year (Years 2, 3, and 4). Caution Money (Rs. 10,000) and Book Bank (Rs. 4,000) are refundable at the time of leaving the institution.

Ques. Are lateral entry students eligible for placements at GTBIT?

Ans. Yes, lateral entry students are fully eligible for campus placements at GTBIT. They participate in the same placement drives as regular B.Tech students. The Training and Placement Cell at GTBIT does not differentiate between regular and lateral entry students for placement purposes. The average package is around Rs. 5-6 LPA, with top recruiters including Amazon, Google, Infosys, HCL, and Newgen.

Ques. How is the GGSIPU LE-B.Tech counselling process for lateral entry admission at GTBIT?

Ans. The GGSIPU LE-B.Tech counselling (CET Code 128) is a centralized online process. Candidates register on the GGSIPU portal, upload documents, pay counselling participation fee, and fill college/stream preferences. Seat allotment is based on diploma marks. After seat allotment, candidates pay part academic fee online and report physically to GTBIT with required documents. The process typically runs from May to August each year.

Ques. Can lateral entry students at GTBIT apply for branch change?

Ans. Branch change for lateral entry students at GTBIT is subject to GGSIPU guidelines and seat availability. Since lateral entry students join directly in the 3rd semester, branch change options are limited compared to regular first-year students. Students interested in branch change should check the GGSIPU branch change policy for lateral entry students for the respective academic year.