Content Curator | Updated on - Apr 8, 2026

The Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] in Computer Science and Design (CSD) at Swami Vivekanand Institute of Engineering & Technology (SVIET), Chandigarh, is a 4-year full-time on-campus undergraduate program spread across 8 semesters, affiliated with I.K. Gujral Punjab Technical University (IKGPTU), Jalandhar, and approved by AICTE. The program is an interdisciplinary blend of computer science fundamentals and design principles, covering areas such as programming, data structures, algorithms, UI/UX design, human-computer interaction, graphic design, web technologies, and software engineering. The total tuition fee for the B.Tech CSD program is Rs. 4,80,000 for the complete 4-year course (Rs. 60,000 per semester), the same as B.Tech CSE. The program is popular among students who wish to combine technical computing skills with creative design thinking, and is well-suited for careers in product design, UI/UX, software development, and digital media. The program includes a mandatory 6-month industry internship.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session are upcoming. Based on the 2025-26 cycle, IKGPTU centralized online counselling for B.Tech typically begins in June-July. JEE Main Session 2 results were declared on April 20, 2026, and counselling is expected to commence in June 2026. Students are advised to monitor ptu.ac.in for official 2026-27 counselling dates.

Key Points

B.Tech CSD at SVIET is affiliated with IKGPTU, Jalandhar, and approved by AICTE, ensuring a nationally recognized degree.
The program uniquely combines computer science with design disciplines including UI/UX, graphic design, and human-computer interaction.
Graduates are well-positioned for roles in product design, UI/UX design, front-end development, digital media, and software engineering.
The curriculum includes a mandatory 6-month industry internship, providing real-world exposure in tech or design firms.
SVIET's SUPER-60 and TheUniques placement batches are open to CSD students, providing intensive placement preparation.

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Swami Vivekanand Institute of Engineering & Technology - [SVIET] Latest Updates

25 Feb, 2026 SVIET Chandigarh has released the Fee structure 2026-27 for B.Tech Computer Science and Design programs. The total academic fee is ₹ 4.94 Lakhs.

SVIET B.Tech CSD Fees

The total tuition fee for B.Tech CSD at SVIET is Rs. 4,80,000 for the complete 4-year course, payable at Rs. 60,000 per semester. This is the same fee structure as B.Tech CSE. In addition to tuition, students pay a per-semester ERP fee and a one-time uniform fee. Hostel facility is optional and available at Rs. 75,000 per year (Non-AC) or Rs. 1,00,000 per year (AC), inclusive of mess charges.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount
Tuition Fee (per semester)	Rs. 60,000
No. of Semesters	8
Total Tuition Fee (4 years)	Rs. 4,80,000
ERP Fee	Rs. 900 per semester
Total ERP Fee (8 semesters)	Rs. 7,200
Uniform Fee (one-time)	Rs. 6,500
Total Fees (excluding hostel)	Rs. 4,93,700
Hostel Fee - Non-AC (per year, optional)	Rs. 75,000
Hostel Fee - AC (per year, optional)	Rs. 1,00,000

Hostel fee is optional and not included in the Total Fees row above.
Hostel fee includes mess charges and is subject to annual increment.
Transportation fee (if availed) ranges from Rs. 9,000 to Rs. 30,000 per year depending on the pickup location.
Counselling registration fee of Rs. 2,000 (non-refundable) is payable at the time of IKGPTU centralized counselling.
A partial provisional admission fee of Rs. 10,000 is payable at the time of provisional admission (adjusted against total fee at confirmation).
Training and placement charges are applicable as per college training department guidelines.
Students must deposit the next semester fee before the exam of the current semester.

SVIET B.Tech CSD Admission 2026

Admissions to B.Tech CSD at SVIET are conducted through IKGPTU centralized online counselling, primarily based on JEE Main scores and 10+2 merit. For the 2026-27 session, JEE Main Session 2 results were declared on April 20, 2026. IKGPTU counselling is expected to commence in June 2026. Students are advised to monitor ptu.ac.in for official counselling dates and schedules.

SVIET B.Tech CSD Admission Dates

Event	2025-26 Dates	2026-27 (Tentative)
IKGPTU Online Application Start	June 13, 2025	June 2026 (Tentative)
IKGPTU Online Application Last Date	June 27, 2025	June 2026 (Tentative)
MRSPTU Pre-Registration Opens	May 2025	Open (2026-27)
Round 1 Counselling Registration & Choice Filling	June-July 2025	June-July 2026 (Tentative)
Round 1 Counselling Result Declaration	July 2025	July 2026 (Tentative)
Round 1 Reporting at Allotted Institution	July 2025	July 2026 (Tentative)
Round 2 Counselling	July-August 2025	July-August 2026 (Tentative)
Direct/Spot Admission (if seats remain)	August 2025 onwards	August 2026 (Tentative)
Batch Commencement	September 2025	September 2026 (Tentative)

JEE Main 2026 Exam Dates

Event	Session 1	Session 2
Registration Start	October 31, 2025	February 1, 2026
Registration End	November 27, 2025	February 25, 2026
Admit Card Release	January 17-19, 2026	March 25, 2026
Exam Date	January 21-28, 2026	April 2-9, 2026
Answer Key Release	February 4, 2026	April 12, 2026
Result Date	February 16, 2026	April 20, 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, along with one of Chemistry/Biology/Computer Science/Biotechnology, from a recognized Board.
Minimum 45% aggregate marks in the above subjects for General category candidates (40% for reserved category candidates).
Candidates with a valid JEE Main score are given preference; however, admission can also be made on 10+2 merit basis after exhausting JEE Main rank candidates.

Admission Process

Appear in JEE Main 2026 (Session 1 or Session 2) to obtain a valid score/rank.
Register on the IKGPTU counselling portal at counselling.ptu.ac.in and pay the non-refundable counselling fee of Rs. 2,000.
Fill in college and course preferences (choice filling) within the stipulated window.
Seat allotment is done based on JEE Main rank/merit and category.
Report to the allotted institution (SVIET) with all original documents within the reporting dates.
Pay the partial provisional admission fee of Rs. 10,000 (adjusted against total fee at confirmation).
Complete document verification and pay the remaining semester fee to confirm admission.
After completion of centralized counselling rounds, direct/spot admissions may be conducted at the college level for remaining seats based on 10+2 merit.

SVIET B.Tech CSD Scholarships 2026

Students enrolled in B.Tech CSD at SVIET can avail multiple scholarship schemes offered by the Central and Punjab State Government. The Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) scheme and Post-Matric Scholarship (PMS) scheme are the most significant for eligible students. NSP scholarships and the Chief Minister Scholarship Scheme are also available.

Scholarship Schemes

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount / Benefit
Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) Scheme	Punjab residents with annual family income below Rs. 8 lakhs	Full tuition fee waiver (as per Punjab Govt. norms)
Post-Matric Scholarship (PMS) - SC/ST	SC/ST students with family income below prescribed limit	Covers tuition fee + maintenance allowance as per Govt. norms
Chief Minister Scholarship Scheme (CMSS)	Students with 60%+ marks in qualifying exam, family income below Rs. 2.5 lakhs	Partial to full fee support as per MRSPTU/Punjab Govt. norms
NSP - Central Sector Scholarship	Students scoring above 80% in 10+2, family income below Rs. 4.5 lakhs	Rs. 12,000 per annum
NSP - Post-Matric Scholarship (OBC)	OBC students with family income below Rs. 1 lakh	As per Central Govt. norms
SVIET Merit Scholarship	Based on academic performance at SVIET	Partial fee waiver (as per college policy)

TFW seats are available for B.Tech programs at IKGPTU/MRSPTU affiliated colleges including SVIET.
Applications for NSP scholarships are typically accepted between October and December each year on scholarships.gov.in.
Students must apply for scholarships within the deadlines notified by the respective government portals.

SVIET B.Tech CSD Placement 2026

Placement Highlights

Placement Aspect	Details
Placement Cell Activity	SVIET's placement cell facilitates campus drives from 250+ companies annually
Eligibility for Roles	CSD graduates are eligible for both technical and design roles
Special Batches	SUPER-60 and TheUniques batches at SVIET are open to CSD students, providing intensive placement preparation
Overall Placement Rate	90% for the 2022-23 batch

SVIET Chandigarh B.Tech Computer Science and Design Ranking

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#279 out of 500 in India 2025

#5th in Chandigarh

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SVIET B.Tech CSD FAQs

Ques. What is the difference between B.Tech CSE and B.Tech CSD at SVIET?

Ans. B.Tech CSE (Computer Science and Engineering) focuses primarily on core computing, programming, algorithms, and software engineering. B.Tech CSD (Computer Science and Design) is an interdisciplinary program that combines computer science with design disciplines such as UI/UX design, graphic design, and human-computer interaction. CSD is ideal for students who want to work at the intersection of technology and creativity, such as in product design, UX research, or front-end development.

Ques. What is the total fee for B.Tech CSD at SVIET?

Ans. The total tuition fee is Rs. 4,80,000 for 4 years (Rs. 60,000 per semester), the same as B.Tech CSE. Additional charges include ERP fee (Rs. 900/semester), uniform fee (Rs. 6,500 one-time), and training and placement charges as applicable. Hostel is optional at Rs. 75,000 (Non-AC) or Rs. 1,00,000 (AC) per year.

Ques. What are the career options after B.Tech CSD from SVIET?

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers as UI/UX designers, product designers, front-end developers, interaction designers, graphic designers, web developers, and digital media specialists. They can work in IT companies, design studios, e-commerce firms, gaming companies, and digital marketing agencies. The interdisciplinary nature of the degree also opens doors to software development roles.

Ques. Is JEE Main mandatory for B.Tech CSD admission at SVIET?

Ans. JEE Main is the primary basis for B.Tech admission at SVIET through IKGPTU centralized counselling. However, if seats remain after JEE Main rank-based allotment, admissions can be made on 10+2 merit basis. It is strongly recommended to appear in JEE Main to improve chances of admission.

Ques. Does B.Tech CSD from SVIET have good placement prospects?

Ans. Yes. SVIET's placement cell facilitates campus drives from 250+ companies annually. CSD graduates are eligible for both technical and design roles. The SUPER-60 and TheUniques batches at SVIET are open to CSD students as well, providing intensive placement preparation. The overall placement rate at SVIET was 90% for the 2022-23 batch.

Ques. Is B.Tech CSD a new program? Is it recognized by AICTE?

Ans. B.Tech CSD is a relatively newer program introduced by AICTE to meet the growing demand for professionals who can bridge technology and design. The program at SVIET is AICTE-approved and affiliated with IKGPTU, making the degree fully recognized for employment and higher studies. Students should verify the current AICTE approval status at the time of admission.