B.Tech. in Data Science (Lateral Entry) at AKTU, Lucknow: overview

B.Tech. in Data Science (Lateral Entry) at AKTU, Lucknow in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh is a 3-year undergraduate programme. The total fee on record is ₹1.02 lakh – ₹19.69 lakh, which works out to about ₹34,000 a year.

Lateral entry lets diploma holders (and, at many colleges, B.Sc. graduates) join directly in the second year, so the degree takes a year less. The subjects are the same as the regular programme from the second year on.

AKTU, Lucknow is a other institute, founded in 2001. This page brings together what is on record for this course at AKTU, Lucknow — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

B.Tech. in Data Science (Lateral Entry) fees at AKTU, Lucknow

This is what the course costs, as recorded. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise, and apply to B.Tech programmes at AKTU, Lucknow as a group.

FeeAmount
Total course fee₹1.02 lakh – ₹19.69 lakh
Tuition fee₹95,400 – ₹12.5 lakh
Hostel fee₹6,300 – ₹5.28 lakh
Approximate cost per year₹34,000

Colleges revise fees most years, and hostel, transport and exam charges are often billed separately. Confirm the current figure with AKTU, Lucknow before you pay anything.

B.Tech. in Data Science (Lateral Entry) eligibility

For admission to B.Tech. in Data Science (Lateral Entry), you usually need a three-year diploma in engineering (or, at many colleges, a B.Sc. with Mathematics).

Admission to this kind of course is usually through state lateral-entry tests (such as LEET). Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check AKTU, Lucknow's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

How to get admission to B.Tech. in Data Science (Lateral Entry) at AKTU, Lucknow

The admission process usually runs like this:

  1. Check that you meet the eligibility above and register for the entrance exam in time.
  2. Take state lateral-entry tests (such as LEET) and keep your scorecard.
  3. Apply to AKTU, Lucknow on its website (www.kccitm.edu.in) or through the enquiry form on this page, and take part in counselling if a state or central body runs it.
  4. Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.

B.Tech. in Data Science (Lateral Entry) placements at AKTU, Lucknow

Going by the latest placement record (2024) show an average package of ₹4 lakh at AKTU, Lucknow. 13,898 students were placed that year. These are college-wide figures, not only for this specialisation.

For B.Tech. in Data Science (Lateral Entry) specifically, the average salary on record is ₹4.04 lakh a year.

Placement numbers vary a lot by year and by branch. Ask the placement cell for the branch-wise report of the last two batches.

Other B.Tech specialisations at AKTU, Lucknow

AKTU, Lucknow runs 58 B.Tech specialisations in all. The others you can compare it with:

Is B.Tech. in Data Science (Lateral Entry) at AKTU, Lucknow right for you?

A few questions worth answering before you apply:

  • Do the subjects of B.Tech. in Data Science (Lateral Entry) genuinely interest you? You will spend 3 years on them.
  • Can you manage ₹1.02 lakh – ₹19.69 lakh over the course, plus hostel and living costs? Ask about scholarships and education loans.
  • Are the placement figures above good enough for your goals? Ask for the branch-wise numbers.
  • How does AKTU, Lucknow compare with other colleges offering B.Tech in and around Greater Noida?

B.Tech. in Data Science (Lateral Entry) at AKTU, Lucknow: FAQs

What is the fee for B.Tech. in Data Science (Lateral Entry) at AKTU, Lucknow?

The total fee on record for B.Tech. in Data Science (Lateral Entry) at AKTU is ₹1.02 lakh – ₹19.69 lakh, about ₹34,000 a year. Hostel and other charges may be extra.

How long is B.Tech. in Data Science (Lateral Entry) at AKTU, Lucknow?

B.Tech. in Data Science (Lateral Entry) at AKTU is a 3-year full-time undergraduate course.

What is the eligibility for B.Tech. in Data Science (Lateral Entry)?

You usually need a three-year diploma in engineering (or, at many colleges, a B.Sc. with Mathematics). Admission is usually through state lateral-entry tests (such as LEET). Check the college's prospectus for this year's cut-off.

What are the placements like at AKTU, Lucknow?

In 2024, AKTU, Lucknow recorded an average package of ₹4 lakh. These are college-wide figures.

Which other B.Tech specialisations does AKTU, Lucknow offer?

Besides B.Tech. in Data Science (Lateral Entry), AKTU, Lucknow offers B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering (Regional), B.Tech. in Internet of Things (Lateral Entry), B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering (Internet of Things), B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering, B.Tech. in Information Technology (Lateral Entry), B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering (Lateral Entry), B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering and B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science) and 49 more.

Is AKTU, Lucknow a government or private college?

AKTU is a other institute, founded in 2001, located in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh.