Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 27, 2026

The BE (Lateral Entry) in Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) at Vemana Institute of Technology (Vemana IT), Bangalore, is a 3-year full-time undergraduate program for diploma holders seeking direct entry into the second year of the BE program. Affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), the course covers VLSI design, embedded systems, digital signal processing, wireless communications, and microprocessors. The program is offered under the Karnataka DCET scheme, with an annual fee of approximately Rs. 1.29 lakhs (DCET quota). ECE is one of the most active departments at Vemana IT, with strong placement records and industry connections in the electronics, telecom, and semiconductor sectors.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic year are upcoming. The DCET 2026 exam is tentatively scheduled for May 23, 2026, with registration expected to open in April 2026. Counselling and seat allotment are expected in June-July 2026. Management quota lateral entry admissions are open directly through the college.

Key Points

Direct entry into 2nd year of BE for diploma holders - 3-year program
Affiliated to VTU, Belgaum; approved by AICTE
Strong ECE department with active placements in electronics, telecom, and semiconductor companies
Companies like TCS, Infosys, Sasken, Tessolve, LG Soft, and Digicomm Semiconductors have recruited ECE students
Located in Koramangala, Bangalore - close to major electronics and semiconductor companies

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Scholarships
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Vemana Institute of Technology Bangalore Latest Updates and News

06 Apr, 2026 Karnataka DCET 2026 Exam will be held on May 23, 2026, for admission to Lateral Entry Engineering courses.

Vemana IT BE Lateral ECE Fees

The BE (Lateral Entry) ECE program at Vemana IT has a competitive fee structure. For DCET quota students, the annual fee is Rs. 1,29,790. Management quota students pay Rs. 1,88,790 per year (Karnataka) or Rs. 1,90,290 per year (Non-Karnataka). The total 3-year fee ranges from approximately Rs. 3.89 lakhs (DCET) to Rs. 5.66 lakhs (Management KA).

Fee Structure

Fee Component	DCET (KA)	COMEDK (KA)	Management (KA)	Management (Non-KA)
Tuition Fee (per year)	Rs. 91,000	Rs. 2,00,000	Rs. 1,50,000	Rs. 1,50,000
Other Fees (per year)	Rs. 38,790	Rs. 38,790	Rs. 38,790	Rs. 40,290
Total Fee (per year)	Rs. 1,29,790	Rs. 2,38,790	Rs. 1,88,790	Rs. 1,90,290
Total Fee (3 years)	Rs. 3,89,370	Rs. 7,16,370	Rs. 5,66,370	Rs. 5,70,870
Hostel Fee (per year)	Rs. 60,000 - Rs. 90,000 (optional)	Rs. 60,000 - Rs. 90,000 (optional)	Rs. 60,000 - Rs. 90,000 (optional)	Rs. 60,000 - Rs. 90,000 (optional)

Hostel fee is optional and not included in the total fees above.
Fee structure is as per 2026-27; subject to revision for 2026-27.
Lateral entry students join directly in the 2nd year (3-year program).
Fees are typically paid semester-wise or annually.

Vemana IT BE Lateral ECE Admission 2026

Admissions to BE (Lateral Entry) ECE at Vemana IT are conducted through DCET for government/COMEDK quota seats, and directly through the college for management quota. The DCET 2026 exam is tentatively scheduled for May 23, 2026. Counselling is expected in June-July 2026 after results are declared.

College Admission Dates

Event	Date
DCET 2026 Registration Start	April 2026 (Tentative)
DCET 2026 Registration End	May 2026 (Tentative)
DCET 2026 Exam	May 23, 2026 (Tentative)
DCET 2026 Result	June 2026 (Tentative)
Counselling and Seat Allotment	June - July 2026 (Tentative)
Management Quota Admissions Open	June 2026 (Tentative)
Batch Commencement	August 2026 (Tentative)

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Registration	Exam Date	Result
DCET 2026 (Karnataka)	April - May 2026 (Tentative)	May 23, 2026 (Tentative)	June 2026 (Tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed a 3-year Diploma in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or equivalent from a recognized Board/University.
Minimum aggregate of 45% marks in the final year of diploma (40% for SC/ST/OBC candidates from Karnataka).
Must have appeared and cleared English as one of the subjects.

Admission Process

Register for DCET 2026 on the KEA official website (cetonline.karnataka.gov.in) when registration opens in April 2026.
Appear for the DCET 2026 exam (tentatively May 23, 2026).
Participate in centralized counselling conducted by KEA after results.
Choose Vemana IT and BE Lateral (ECE) during option entry.
Report to the college with original documents for verification and fee payment.
For Management Quota: Apply directly to the college; admission based on diploma marks and availability.

Vemana IT BE Lateral ECE Scholarships 2026

Lateral entry ECE students at Vemana IT are eligible for government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal and Karnataka state scholarship schemes. SC/ST/OBC students from Karnataka can avail tuition fee reimbursement under state government schemes.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount	Provider
Karnataka Post-Matric Scholarship	SC/ST/OBC students from Karnataka	Tuition fee reimbursement + maintenance allowance	Government of Karnataka
Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships	Top 20 percentile in diploma; family income below Rs. 8 LPA	Rs. 10,000/year (first 3 years)	Ministry of Education, GoI
NSP - Post Matric Scholarship for Minorities	Minority community students; family income below Rs. 2 LPA	Up to Rs. 10,000/year	Ministry of Minority Affairs, GoI
Merit-cum-Means Scholarship	Minority students; 50%+ marks; family income below Rs. 2.5 LPA	Up to Rs. 30,000/year	Ministry of Minority Affairs, GoI

Apply through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) for central government scholarships.
Karnataka state scholarships are applied through the Karnataka Scholarship Portal.
Application deadlines typically fall in October-November each year.

Vemana IT BE Lateral ECE Placement 2026

Placement Companies

Companies
TCS
Infosys
Sasken
Tessolve
LG Soft
Digicomm Semiconductors
Wipro
Mastec QuadGen

Vemana IT BE Lateral ECE FAQs

Ques. What are the career prospects after BE (Lateral Entry) ECE from Vemana IT?

Ans. ECE graduates from Vemana IT have been placed at companies like TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Sasken, Tessolve, LG Soft India, Digicomm Semiconductors, and Mastec QuadGen. Career options include embedded systems engineer, VLSI design engineer, network engineer, and software developer. The ECE department has one of the strongest placement records at the college.

Ques. Which diploma branches are eligible for lateral entry into BE ECE at Vemana IT?

Ans. Diploma holders in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Instrumentation Technology, and related branches are typically eligible. Check the DCET official notification for the complete list as per VTU and KEA norms.

Ques. Is the ECE department at Vemana IT NBA accredited?

Ans. Vemana IT has NBA accreditation for select programs. For the latest accreditation status of the ECE department, check the official website or contact the college directly.

Ques. Can lateral entry ECE students participate in campus placements at Vemana IT?

Ans. Yes, lateral entry students are fully eligible to participate in campus placements. The Training and Placement Department at Vemana IT supports all graduating students including lateral entry students.

Ques. What is the difference between BE (Lateral Entry) ECE and regular BE ECE at Vemana IT?

Ans. BE (Lateral Entry) is a 3-year program for diploma holders who join directly in the 2nd year. Regular BE ECE is a 4-year program. Both lead to the same VTU degree. Lateral entry students may need to complete bridge courses as per VTU norms.

Ques. Are there any internship opportunities for ECE lateral entry students at Vemana IT?

Ans. Yes, the college's Industry Institute Interaction Cell facilitates internships with companies in the electronics and telecom sector. Bangalore's status as a major electronics hub provides ample internship opportunities for ECE students.