Bachelor of Engineering [BE] {Lateral}
Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at BMS Institute of Technology and Management for the Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Computer Science and Engineering vary based on admission category. For students admitted through KCET, fees range from approximately Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 107,495 annually. COMEDK students’ fees range from Rs. 2,42,000 to Rs. 2,81,000 per year.
Management quota fees are higher, ranging from Rs. 5,50,000 to Rs. 7,00,000 annually with additional charges for some services. Hostel fees are separate and amount to around Rs. 1,35,000 per year. Scholarships are typically available for KCET admissions and certain government-supported categories. Other miscellaneous fees, such as exam fees or extra charges, may apply across different admission types.
About Bachelor of Engineering [BE] {Lateral}
BMS Institute of Technology and Management (BMSIT&M), Yelahanka, offers four-year Bachelor of Engineering lateral-entry admission across seven branches, affiliated to VTU and approved by AICTE. The autonomous NAAC ’A’ grade institute admits diploma holders directly into the second year through Karnataka DCET and a management quota. Total management-quota fees range from INR 4,50,000 to INR 19,50,000. BMSIT ranks 259 in an external review site’s 2025 India Engineering Colleges list.
BMSIT BE lateral-entry admissions for 2026-27 are underway. Karnataka DCET is being conducted in June 2026, results are expected in July 2026, and KEA counselling will run from July to August 2026. Management quota applications are open at bmsit.ac.in.
Key Points
- Direct entry into the second year for diploma holders.
- Seven branches: CSE, AI and ML, CSBS, ECE, EEE, Civil, Mechanical.
- Karnataka DCET is the primary entrance route.
- Graduates earn the same VTU BE degree as regular-entry students.
BMSIT BE Lateral Fees 2026
Management-quota fees cover the three remaining years of the programme and vary by branch, from Civil and Mechanical at the lower end to CSE at the top. DCET-quota seats carry lower state-regulated fees.
| Branch | Total Fees (3 Years) |
|---|---|
| BE Civil Engineering and BE Mechanical Engineering | INR 4,50,000 |
| BE Electrical and Electronics Engineering | INR 6,00,000 |
| BE Electronics and Communication Engineering | INR 10,50,000 |
| BE Computer Science and Business Systems | INR 13,50,000 |
| BE Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning | INR 16,50,000 |
| BE Computer Science and Engineering | INR 19,50,000 |
- Fees is subject to change, Please verify with the official sources before taking admission.
BMSIT BE Lateral Admission 2026
Lateral entry is through Karnataka DCET for quota seats, with management-quota applications accepted directly at BMSIT. Admitted students join the third semester directly.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Karnataka DCET 2026 Examination | June 2026 |
| Karnataka DCET 2026 Result | July 2026 |
| KEA Counselling and Seat Allotment | July to August 2026 |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karnataka DCET | May 2026 | June 2026 | July 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Three-year engineering diploma in a relevant branch, or a B.Sc with Mathematics at 10+2 level.
- Minimum 45 percent aggregate in the diploma (40 percent for SC/ST/OBC in Karnataka).
- A valid Karnataka DCET rank for quota seats.
Admission Process
- Appear in Karnataka DCET and obtain a valid rank.
- Register for KEA counselling at kea.kar.nic.in and list BMSIT.
- Report on seat allotment with diploma mark sheets and pay the fee.
- Management-quota applicants apply directly at bmsit.ac.in.
✓ Opt for this if
- Diploma holders wanting a VTU degree near Bangalore
- DCET qualifiers targeting Bangalore IT and electronics jobs
- Budget-conscious students choosing Civil or Mechanical branches
- Working diploma holders seeking an autonomous-institute degree
✗ Skip if
- You lack a diploma or B.Sc with Mathematics
- You want CSE but are highly fee-sensitive
- You need an IIT or NIT brand
BMSIT BE Lateral Scholarships 2026
Eligible lateral-entry students can access Karnataka state reimbursement and central AICTE schemes supporting reserved, female, and specially-abled candidates.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement | Full tuition reimbursement | Karnataka domicile SC/ST students |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship | Up to INR 50,000/year | Female students; family income below INR 8,00,000/year |
| Central Sector Scholarship | Up to INR 12,000/year | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000/year |
| AICTE Saksham Scholarship | Up to INR 50,000/year | Specially-abled students; family income below INR 8,00,000/year |
- State reimbursement is claimed after joining the programme.
BMSIT BE Lateral FAQs
Ques. What is lateral entry and which year do I join at BMSIT?
Ans. Lateral entry lets diploma holders skip the first year and join directly in the second year (third semester) of the four-year BE programme, completing the remaining three years at BMSIT.
Ques. Is Karnataka DCET compulsory for lateral entry at BMSIT?
Ans. DCET is required for government and quota seats. Management-quota applicants can apply directly to BMSIT without a DCET rank, though a valid diploma remains mandatory.
Ques. Do lateral-entry students get the same BE degree as regular students?
Ans. Yes. Lateral-entry students receive the identical VTU Bachelor of Engineering degree as regular four-year students, with no distinction made on the certificate or marks card.
Ques. Are diploma holders from other states eligible at BMSIT?
Ans. Other-state diploma holders can apply through the management quota. DCET counselling, however, follows Karnataka domicile and reservation rules, so non-domicile candidates should verify eligibility before applying.
Ques. How do lateral-entry fees compare to regular BE fees at BMSIT?
Ans. Lateral-entry fees cover only three years of study, so the course total is lower than the four-year regular BE fee for the same branch. The per-year rate stays broadly similar.
Ques. Can B.Sc graduates apply for lateral entry at BMSIT?
Ans. Yes, B.Sc graduates who studied Mathematics at the 10+2 level are eligible for lateral entry, alongside three-year engineering diploma holders, subject to DCET and seat rules. They are placed in the same second-year cohort and follow an identical curriculum thereafter.