Diploma in Computer Science Engineering (Lateral Entry) at JJT University

Diploma in Computer Science Engineering (Lateral Entry) at JJT University is a 2-year diploma programme in the UG Diploma family. Fees for the full course come to ₹81,000 (roughly ₹41,000 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.

JJT University is a other institute, founded in 2009. This page brings together what is on record for this course at JJT University — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

This is what the course costs, as recorded. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise.

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

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

JJT University accepts Joint Entrance Exam Main for its courses. Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check JJT University's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

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 Joint Entrance Exam Main and keep your scorecard.
3. Apply to JJT University 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.

JJT University runs 4 UGD specialisations in all. The others you can compare it with:

• Diploma in Naturopathy, Yoga and Dietetics
• Diploma in Renewable Energy
• Discontinued (Jan 2024)-Diploma in Public Health and Community Nutrition

A few questions worth answering before you apply:

• Do the subjects of Diploma in Computer Science Engineering (Lateral Entry) genuinely interest you? You will spend 2 years on them.
• Can you manage ₹81,000 over the course, plus hostel and living costs? Ask about scholarships and education loans.
• What do recent graduates of this course actually go on to do?
• How does JJT University compare with other colleges offering UGD?