Achariya College of Engineering Technology (ACET), Pondicherry, affiliated to Pondicherry University and approved by AICTE, offers the B.Tech Lateral Entry programme across 6 specializations: Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Robotics and Automation. The programme is full-time, 3 years in duration, with Diploma holders admitted directly to the second year. Total fees are a uniform INR 1,27,500 across all specializations. Admissions for 2026-27 are through CENTAC Lateral Entry counselling and management quota.
B.Tech Lateral Entry admissions at ACET are currently open for 2026-27. CENTAC Lateral Entry registration runs from June 11 to 26, 2026, followed by counselling from July to August 2026. Management-quota applications are accepted through the ACET admissions office from June to July 2026.
Key Points
- ACET offers B.Tech Lateral Entry in 6 specializations under Pondicherry University affiliation and AICTE approval, giving Diploma holders a direct 3-year pathway into the engineering degree from the second year.
- Total fees are a uniform INR 1,27,500 across all branches, payable as INR 42,500 per year.
- Students admitted through CENTAC government-quota counselling qualify for the PKFA full tuition fee waiver from the Government of Pondicherry, making the programme effectively fee-free for eligible candidates.
- Lateral entry graduates complete the same final-year curriculum as regular B.Tech students, holding a Pondicherry University B.Tech degree that qualifies them for GATE, government jobs, and campus placements on equal terms.
ACET B.Tech Lateral Entry Fees 2026
All six lateral entry specializations at ACET carry the same fee of INR 1,27,500 for the full 3-year programme, payable at INR 42,500 per year. Students eligible for the PKFA scheme pay nothing after the waiver is applied.
Fee Structure by Specialization
| Specialization | Total Fees (3 Years) |
|---|
| Civil / CSE / ECE / EEE / Mechanical / Robotics and Automation | INR 1,27,500 |
- Fees are payable annually at INR 42,500 per year for all lateral entry branches.
- Students admitted through CENTAC Lateral Entry may receive a full tuition fee waiver under the PKFA scheme; confirm eligibility at the admissions office.
- Hostel and mess charges are billed separately.
- Fees is subject to change, Please verify with the official sources before taking admission.
ACET B.Tech Lateral Entry Admission 2026
Admission to the B.Tech Lateral Entry programme at ACET is through CENTAC Lateral Entry counselling (50% of seats) and management quota (50%). The CENTAC process is merit-based, with candidates ranked by Diploma aggregate marks. Registration for 2026-27 is open from June 11 to 26, 2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| CENTAC Lateral Entry Registration | June 11 to 26, 2026 |
| ACET Application (Management Quota) | June to July 2026 |
| CENTAC Lateral Entry Counselling | July to August 2026 |
| Commencement of Classes | August 2026 |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a Diploma in Engineering (in a relevant branch) from a recognised board, with at least 45% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST candidates).
- Admission is through CENTAC Lateral Entry (government quota) or direct management quota through ACET.
- Lateral entry candidates join the B.Tech programme at the second year (third semester) and complete the degree in 3 years.
Admission Process
- Register on the CENTAC portal during the registration window (June 11 to 26, 2026) and upload Diploma mark sheets and required documents.
- CENTAC prepares a merit list based on Diploma aggregate marks for government-quota seats.
- Attend CENTAC lateral entry counselling (July to August 2026), exercise branch preferences, and confirm the allotted seat.
- For management-quota seats, apply directly 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 Lateral Entry Scholarships 2026
Multiple scholarship avenues are available to B.Tech Lateral Entry students at ACET, including a full tuition fee waiver for CENTAC-admitted students and central government scholarships for eligible categories.
Available Scholarships
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| PKFA Tuition Fee Waiver (Govt. of Pondicherry) | Full tuition fee waiver | Students admitted through CENTAC counselling |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (Central Government) | As per central government norms | SC/ST/OBC/EBC students; apply at scholarships.gov.in |
| Merit-cum-Means Scholarship | As per government norms | Minority community students with family income below prescribed limit; apply at NSP |
- CENTAC-admitted students are considered for the PKFA waiver automatically on seat allotment.
- Central government scholarships are applied for through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) after securing admission.
- Candidates should confirm current scholarship eligibility and documentation requirements with the ACET admissions office.
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