Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) (Lateral Entry) at Biju Patnaik University of Technology: overview

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) (Lateral Entry) at Biju Patnaik University of Technology in Brahmapur, Orissa is a 3-year undergraduate programme. Fees for the full course come to ₹53,000 – ₹11.6 lakh (roughly ₹18,000 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.

Biju Patnaik University of Technology is a other institute, founded in 2003. This page brings together what is on record for this course at Biju Patnaik University of Technology — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) (Lateral Entry) fees at Biju Patnaik University of Technology

This is what the course costs, as recorded. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise, and apply to B.Tech programmes at Biju Patnaik University of Technology as a group.

FeeAmount
Total course fee₹53,000 – ₹11.6 lakh
Tuition fee₹36,000 – ₹8.4 lakh
Hostel fee₹16,000 – ₹3 lakh
Approximate cost per year₹18,000

Colleges revise fees most years, and hostel, transport and exam charges are often billed separately. Confirm the current figure with Biju Patnaik University of Technology before you pay anything.

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) (Lateral Entry) eligibility

For admission to Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) (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 Biju Patnaik University of Technology's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

How to get admission to Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) (Lateral Entry) at Biju Patnaik University of Technology

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 Biju Patnaik University of Technology on its website (www.nist.edu) 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.

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) (Lateral Entry) placements at Biju Patnaik University of Technology

Going by the latest placement record (2023) show an average package of ₹6 lakh and a highest package of ₹10 lakh at Biju Patnaik University of Technology. These are college-wide figures, not only for this specialisation.

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 Biju Patnaik University of Technology

Biju Patnaik University of Technology runs 59 B.Tech specialisations in all. The others you can compare it with:

Is Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) (Lateral Entry) at Biju Patnaik University of Technology right for you?

A few questions worth answering before you apply:

  • Do the subjects of Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) (Lateral Entry) genuinely interest you? You will spend 3 years on them.
  • Can you manage ₹53,000 – ₹11.6 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 Biju Patnaik University of Technology compare with other colleges offering B.Tech in and around Brahmapur?

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) (Lateral Entry) at Biju Patnaik University of Technology: FAQs

What is the fee for Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) (Lateral Entry) at Biju Patnaik University of Technology?

The total fee on record for Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) (Lateral Entry) at Biju Patnaik University of Technology is ₹53,000 – ₹11.6 lakh, about ₹18,000 a year. Hostel and other charges may be extra.

How long is Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) (Lateral Entry) at Biju Patnaik University of Technology?

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) (Lateral Entry) at Biju Patnaik University of Technology is a 3-year full-time undergraduate course.

What is the eligibility for Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) (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 Biju Patnaik University of Technology?

In 2023, Biju Patnaik University of Technology recorded an average package of ₹6 lakh and a highest package of ₹10 lakh. These are college-wide figures.

Which other B.Tech specialisations does Biju Patnaik University of Technology offer?

Besides Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) (Lateral Entry), Biju Patnaik University of Technology offers Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech. Lateral Entry), B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning), B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering, B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering, B.Tech. in Textile Engineering, B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering (Lateral Entry), B.Tech. in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering and Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) (Lateral Entry) and 50 more.

Is Biju Patnaik University of Technology a government or private college?

Biju Patnaik University of Technology is a other institute, founded in 2003, located in Brahmapur, Orissa.