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

GGSIPU, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, offers B.Tech. (Lateral Entry) in Information Technology as a 3-year undergraduate degree. There are 6 seats in each batch. Fees for the full course come to ₹1.88 lakh – ₹17.52 lakh (roughly ₹63,000 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.

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

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

The fee figures on record for this course are below. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise, and apply to B.Tech programmes at GGSIPU as a group.

FeeAmount
Total course fee₹1.88 lakh – ₹17.52 lakh
Tuition fee₹1.4 lakh – ₹10 lakh
Hostel fee₹47,000 – ₹6.2 lakh
Approximate cost per year₹63,000

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

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

To get into B.Tech. (Lateral Entry) in Information Technology, 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 GGSIPU's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

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

In most years, admission follows these steps:

  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 GGSIPU on its website (dme.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. (Lateral Entry) in Information Technology placements at GGSIPU

The most recent placement data we hold (2024) show an average package of ₹7.2 lakh and a highest package of ₹41.2 lakh at GGSIPU. 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 GGSIPU

GGSIPU runs 29 B.Tech specialisations in all. If this one is not quite right, compare it with:

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

Ask yourself — and the college — these questions first:

  • Do the subjects of B.Tech. (Lateral Entry) in Information Technology genuinely interest you? You will spend 3 years on them.
  • Can you manage ₹1.88 lakh – ₹17.52 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 GGSIPU compare with other colleges offering B.Tech in and around Noida?

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

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

The total fee on record for B.Tech. (Lateral Entry) in Information Technology at GGSIPU is ₹1.88 lakh – ₹17.52 lakh, about ₹63,000 a year. Hostel and other charges may be extra.

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

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

How many seats are there in B.Tech. (Lateral Entry) in Information Technology at GGSIPU?

GGSIPU has 6 seats in B.Tech. (Lateral Entry) in Information Technology each year.

What is the eligibility for B.Tech. (Lateral Entry) in Information Technology?

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 GGSIPU?

In 2024, GGSIPU recorded an average package of ₹7.2 lakh and a highest package of ₹41.2 lakh. These are college-wide figures.

Which other B.Tech specialisations does GGSIPU offer?

Besides B.Tech. (Lateral Entry) in Information Technology, GGSIPU offers B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering, B.Tech. in Information Technology, B.Tech. in Biotechnology, B. Tech. in Automation and Robotics, B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering, B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering, B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering and B.Tech. in Artifcial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI & ML) and 20 more.

Is GGSIPU a government or private college?

GGSIPU is a other institute, founded in 1998, located in Noida, Uttar Pradesh.