B.Tech. in Information Technology (Lateral Entry) at DIT University: overview

B.Tech. in Information Technology (Lateral Entry) at DIT University in Dehradun, Uttarakhand is a 3-year undergraduate programme. The total fee on record is ₹13.65 lakh – ₹20.09 lakh, which works out to about ₹4.55 lakh 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.

DIT University is a private institute, founded in 1998. This page brings together what is on record for this course at DIT University — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

B.Tech. in Information Technology (Lateral Entry) fees at DIT University

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

FeeAmount
Total course fee₹13.65 lakh – ₹20.09 lakh
Tuition fee₹5.44 lakh – ₹9.4 lakh
Hostel fee₹5 lakh – ₹5.55 lakh
Approximate cost per year₹4.55 lakh

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

B.Tech. in Information Technology (Lateral Entry) eligibility

For admission to B.Tech. in Information Technology (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 DIT University's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

How to get admission to B.Tech. in Information Technology (Lateral Entry) at DIT University

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 DIT University on its website (www.dituniversity.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 Information Technology (Lateral Entry) placements at DIT University

Going by the latest placement record (2023) show a placement rate of 95% and a highest package of ₹58 lakh at DIT University. 18 of 132 students were placed that year. 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 DIT University

DIT University runs 35 B.Tech specialisations in all. The others you can compare it with:

Is B.Tech. in Information Technology (Lateral Entry) at DIT University right for you?

A few questions worth answering before you apply:

  • Do the subjects of B.Tech. in Information Technology (Lateral Entry) genuinely interest you? You will spend 3 years on them.
  • Can you manage ₹13.65 lakh – ₹20.09 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 DIT University compare with other colleges offering B.Tech in and around Dehradun?

B.Tech. in Information Technology (Lateral Entry) at DIT University: FAQs

What is the fee for B.Tech. in Information Technology (Lateral Entry) at DIT University?

The total fee on record for B.Tech. in Information Technology (Lateral Entry) at DIT University is ₹13.65 lakh – ₹20.09 lakh, about ₹4.55 lakh a year. Hostel and other charges may be extra.

How long is B.Tech. in Information Technology (Lateral Entry) at DIT University?

B.Tech. in Information Technology (Lateral Entry) at DIT University is a 3-year full-time undergraduate course.

What is the eligibility for B.Tech. in Information Technology (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 DIT University?

In 2023, DIT University recorded a placement rate of 95% and a highest package of ₹58 lakh. These are college-wide figures.

Which other B.Tech specialisations does DIT University offer?

Besides B.Tech. in Information Technology (Lateral Entry), DIT University offers B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering (Lateral Entry), B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering (Cloud Computing and Virtualization) in Association with IBM (Lateral Entry), B.Tech. in Civil Engineering (Lateral Entry), B.Tech. in Civil Engineering, B.Tech. in Computer Science Engineering (Full Stack and Devops), B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering (Lateral Entry), B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security and Privacy) and B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering and 26 more.

Is DIT University a government or private college?

DIT University is a private institute, founded in 1998, located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.