Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] {Lateral}

BM Group of Institutions (BMGI), Gurugram, offers a three-year B.Tech Lateral Entry programme affiliated with Gurugram University and approved by AICTE, across six specialisations: Computer Science and Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and Artificial Intelligence and Data Science. Total fees are INR 2,40,000 for three years. Admission is through Haryana OCET 2026, conducted by HSTES.

Admission Status: Haryana OCET 2026 registration for B.Tech Lateral Entry is currently open. The examination is expected in July 2026, with HSTES counselling from August to September 2026. Management-quota seats can be confirmed directly with BMGI at 9217371994.

Key Points

• Lateral entry students join from the third semester, completing B.Tech in three years instead of four
• Both diploma holders in a relevant engineering branch and B.Sc. Mathematics graduates are eligible
• Diploma branch must correspond to the chosen B.Tech specialisation
• Management-quota seats are available directly through BMGI without OCET counselling

BMGI B.Tech Lateral Fees 2026

All six B.Tech Lateral specialisations carry a uniform total fee of INR 2,40,000, payable at INR 80,000 per year across three years. Hostel is available separately on an optional basis.

• Confirm the current fee with BMGI’s admissions office before enrolment.
• Optional hostel: INR 60,000 per year for boys, INR 70,000 for girls.
• Fees are subject to change.
• Verify with official sources before taking admission.

BMGI B.Tech Lateral Admission 2026

Admission to the B.Tech Lateral programme follows Haryana OCET 2026 managed by HSTES. State-quota seats are filled through centralised counselling. Management-quota seats are filled directly by BMGI.

Important Dates

• Lateral entry places students directly into the third semester of B.Tech.
• Management-quota seats can be applied for directly at BMGI.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Diploma holders in a relevant engineering branch from a recognised institution with a minimum 45 per cent aggregate (40 per cent for SC/ST)
• B.Sc. graduates with Mathematics from a recognised university with at least 45 per cent marks, eligible under AICTE norms
• A valid Haryana OCET 2026 rank from HSTES is required for state-quota counselling seats

Admission Process

• Register for Haryana OCET 2026 at hstes.org.in before the June 2026 deadline
• After OCET results in August 2026, register on the HSTES counselling portal and upload required documents
• Fill in college-branch preferences, selecting BMGI and the preferred B.Tech specialisation
• Accept the seat allotment and pay the provisional admission fee to confirm the seat
• Report to BMGI with original documents for verification and enrolment in September 2026

✓ Opt for this if

• Diploma holders from Haryana or NCR seeking a B.Tech upgrade in three years
• Students needing an AICTE B.Tech at a total cost of INR 2,40,000
• B.Sc. Mathematics graduates seeking lateral entry into engineering
• Candidates targeting NCR IT, civil, power, or manufacturing entry-level roles

✗ Skip if

• Fresh 10+2 students without a diploma or B.Sc. degree
• Candidates expecting Tier-1 MNC campus placements
• Students needing a nationally ranked college for GATE or PG admissions

BMGI B.Tech Lateral Scholarships 2026

Students admitted to BMGI’s B.Tech Lateral Entry programme are eligible for state and central government scholarship schemes based on category and income criteria.

• SC and ST students domiciled in Haryana may receive full tuition reimbursement.
• Female students in AICTE programmes can apply via the National Scholarship Portal.

BMGI B.Tech Lateral FAQs

Ques. Is the lateral entry B.Tech from Gurugram University as valid as a regular B.Tech?

Ans. Yes. The degree awarded on completing the lateral entry programme is identical to a regular four-year B.Tech from Gurugram University. Gurugram University is recognised by the Association of Indian Universities, and the degree is accepted for government job applications and postgraduate admissions across India.

Ques. Can a candidate from outside Haryana get admission to BMGI’s lateral B.Tech?

Ans. Out-of-state candidates can apply for management-quota seats directly through BMGI without going through HSTES counselling. State-quota seats are primarily allotted to Haryana-domiciled candidates. Contact BMGI at 9217371994 to confirm management-quota availability for 2026-27.

Ques. If I hold an IT diploma, can I apply for B.Tech CSE lateral at BMGI?

Ans. Information Technology diploma holders are generally eligible for B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering lateral entry under AICTE norms, as IT and CS are treated as allied disciplines. Confirm branch-wise eligibility with BMGI’s admissions office and the HSTES 2026 counselling guidelines before applying.

Ques. What documents must I submit at BMGI after receiving an OCET seat allotment?

Ans. Required documents include the diploma certificate, all semester mark sheets, OCET 2026 rank card, transfer certificate from the last institution, category certificate if applicable, Haryana domicile certificate, passport-size photographs, and a valid photo ID. Originals must be produced at BMGI for verification before enrolment.

Ques. Can I change my B.Tech branch at BMGI after joining through lateral entry?

Ans. Branch transfers after joining are generally not permitted under the lateral entry scheme. Admission is granted to a specific branch aligned with the candidate’s diploma. Any transfer request would need to be taken up with BMGI under Gurugram University’s branch-transfer policy, subject to seat availability.

Ques. Are management-quota lateral seats available in all six B.Tech specialisations at BMGI?

Ans. Management-quota lateral entry seats are generally available across all six AICTE-approved specialisations at BMGI, subject to branch-wise seat availability. Contact BMGI at 9217371994 or 9217371992 to confirm availability and the application process for direct admission in 2026-27.