B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering (Lateral Entry) at GLA University: overview

If you are looking at B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering (Lateral Entry), GLA University in Mathura runs it as a 3-year, full-time undergraduate course. The total fee on record is ₹5.44 lakh – ₹14.14 lakh, which works out to about ₹1.81 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.

GLA University is a other institute, founded in 2010. This page brings together what is on record for this course at GLA University — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering (Lateral Entry) fees at GLA University

Here is how the fee on record breaks down. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise, and apply to B.Tech programmes at GLA University as a group.

FeeAmount
Total course fee₹5.44 lakh – ₹14.14 lakh
Tuition fee₹4.68 lakh – ₹9.7 lakh
Hostel fee₹47,000 – ₹4.05 lakh
Approximate cost per year₹1.81 lakh

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

B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering (Lateral Entry) eligibility

To be considered for B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering (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 GLA University's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

How to get admission to B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering (Lateral Entry) at GLA University

Here is the usual route in:

  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 GLA University on its website (gla.ac.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 Electronics and Communication Engineering (Lateral Entry) placements at GLA University

The latest placement figures on record (2023) show an average package of ₹6.3 lakh and a highest package of ₹55 lakh at GLA University. 3,322 students were placed that year. These are college-wide figures, not only for this specialisation.

For B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering (Lateral Entry) specifically, the average salary on record is ₹5.5 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 GLA University

GLA University runs 30 B.Tech specialisations in all. Worth comparing before you decide:

Is B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering (Lateral Entry) at GLA University right for you?

Before you decide, it helps to be clear on these:

  • Do the subjects of B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering (Lateral Entry) genuinely interest you? You will spend 3 years on them.
  • Can you manage ₹5.44 lakh – ₹14.14 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 GLA University compare with other colleges offering B.Tech in and around Mathura?

B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering (Lateral Entry) at GLA University: FAQs

What is the fee for B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering (Lateral Entry) at GLA University?

The total fee on record for B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering (Lateral Entry) at GLA University is ₹5.44 lakh – ₹14.14 lakh, about ₹1.81 lakh a year. Hostel and other charges may be extra.

How long is B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering (Lateral Entry) at GLA University?

B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering (Lateral Entry) at GLA University is a 3-year full-time undergraduate course.

What is the eligibility for B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering (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 GLA University?

In 2023, GLA University recorded an average package of ₹6.3 lakh and a highest package of ₹55 lakh. These are college-wide figures.

Which other B.Tech specialisations does GLA University offer?

Besides B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering (Lateral Entry), GLA University offers B.Tech in Biotechnology, B.Tech. (Hons.) in Computer Science and Engineering in Artificial Intelligence and Analytics in partnership with Intel and NEC, B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security and Forensic) in academic collaboration with IBM, B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering, B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Internet of Things) in academic collaboration with DCS, B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering (Lateral Entry), B.Tech. in Civil Engineering and B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering (Smart Manufacturing) in academic collaboration with DCS and 21 more.

Is GLA University a government or private college?

GLA University is a other institute, founded in 2010, located in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh.