Achariya College of Engineering Technology (ACET), Villianur, Pondicherry, affiliated to Pondicherry University and approved by AICTE, offers a 3-year lateral entry Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] in Computer Science and Engineering for Diploma holders, providing direct entry to the second year of the programme. The curriculum covers programming, data structures, algorithms, operating systems, database management, computer networks, software engineering, and emerging areas such as machine learning, equipping lateral-entry students with the advanced engineering knowledge and practical skills needed for industry and higher education. Total fees for the three-year lateral B.Tech (Computer Science & Engineering) Lateral Entry are ₹1,27,500. CENTAC-admitted students may be eligible for the PKFA government tuition fee waiver.
B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering lateral entry admissions at ACET for 2026-27 are through CENTAC Lateral Entry counselling (registration June to July 2026) and management quota. Diploma holders in relevant engineering fields are eligible to apply.
Key Points
- B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (Lateral Entry) at ACET is affiliated to Pondicherry University and AICTE approved, offering Diploma holders a structured 3-year pathway directly into the second year with curriculum covering programming, data structures, algorithms, operating systems, database management, computer networks, software engineering, and emerging areas such as machine learning.
- Total fees for the three-year programme are ₹1,27,500 (₹42,500 per year). CENTAC-admitted students are eligible for the PKFA government tuition fee waiver.
- Graduates can pursue careers in software development companies, IT services firms, government IT departments, research organisations, and technology start-ups. Lateral entry students complete the same final-year curriculum as regular B.Tech students, making them equally eligible for GATE and campus placements.
- Lateral entry students join a cohort with both direct-entry and lateral-entry peers, benefit from ACET’s laboratory and computing infrastructure, and are eligible for all scholarships and placement support.
ACET B.Tech (Computer Science & Engineering) Lateral Entry Fees
B.Tech (Computer Science & Engineering) Lateral Entry Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee (Year 1 of Lateral) | ₹42,500 |
| Tuition Fee (Year 2 of Lateral) | ₹42,500 |
| Tuition Fee (Year 3 of Lateral) | ₹42,500 |
| Total Fees (3 Years) | ₹1,27,500 |
- Total tuition fees for the three-year lateral entry Computer Science and Engineering programme are ₹1,27,500 (₹42,500 per year), payable annually.
- Students admitted through CENTAC Lateral Entry may receive a full tuition fee waiver under the PKFA scheme; confirm eligibility at the college admissions office.
- Hostel and mess charges are billed separately.
ACET B.Tech (Computer Science & Engineering) Lateral Entry Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| CENTAC Lateral Entry Registration | June 11 to 26, 2026 |
| ACET Application (Management Quota) | June to July 2026 (Tentative) |
| CENTAC Lateral Entry Counselling | July to August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Commencement of Classes | August 2026 (Tentative) |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| CENTAC Lateral Entry | Merit-based counselling | July to August 2026 (Tentative) |
- B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering lateral entry is open to candidates holding a Diploma in Engineering (Diploma in Computer Science Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline), with at least 45% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST).
- Admission is through CENTAC Lateral Entry counselling (50% government quota) or management quota (50%). Apply through the CENTAC portal or ACET admissions office.
- Lateral entry students are admitted directly to the second year (third semester) of the B.Tech programme.
- Documents required: Diploma mark sheets (all semesters), transfer certificate, community certificate (if applicable), and migration certificate.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a Diploma in Engineering (relevant branch) from a recognised board or institution, securing at least 45% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST candidates).
- Admission is through CENTAC Lateral Entry (government quota) or management quota.
- Lateral entry candidates are admitted directly to the second year (third semester) of the B.Tech programme.
Admission Process
- Register on the CENTAC portal for lateral entry admissions (June to July 2026) and submit Diploma mark sheets.
- CENTAC prepares a merit list based on Diploma aggregate marks for government-quota seats.
- Attend CENTAC lateral entry counselling, exercise branch preferences, and confirm the allotted seat.
- For management-quota seats, apply through the ACET admissions office with Diploma certificates and academic documents.
- Complete document verification and pay the first-year fee to confirm admission.
ACET B.Tech (Computer Science & Engineering) Lateral Entry Scholarships 2026
B.Tech (Computer Science & Engineering) Lateral Entry Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| PKFA Tuition Fee Waiver (Govt. of Pondicherry) | Full tuition fee waiver | Students admitted through CENTAC counselling; applied automatically on allotment |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (Central Government) | As per central government norms | SC/ST/OBC/EBC students; apply at scholarships.gov.in after admission |
| Merit-cum-Means Scholarship | As per government norms | Minority community students with family income below prescribed limit; apply at NSP |
- Students admitted through the CENTAC government counselling process are eligible for the Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Financial Assistance (PKFA) scheme, under which the Government of Pondicherry provides a full tuition fee waiver for the entire programme duration.
- Central government post-matric scholarships are available for eligible SC/ST/OBC/EBC students; apply through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) after securing admission.
- Candidates should confirm current scholarship eligibility and documentation requirements with the college admissions office at the time of joining.
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