Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] {Lateral}

Global Institute of Engineering and Technology (GIT), Vellore, Tamil Nadu, offers the B.Tech Lateral Entry programme across 2 specializations: Information Technology and Petroleum Engineering. The 3-year full-time programme is designed for Diploma holders in relevant engineering branches who join directly in the second year of study. Affiliated to Anna University, Chennai, and accredited by NAAC with a B++ grade, GIT delivers structured curricula covering core engineering domains specific to each specialization, preparing graduates for careers in IT firms, oil and gas companies, and related industries. Total fees are INR 1,50,000 for the complete 3-year programme. Admission is through TNEA lateral entry counselling with no separate entrance exam required.

Admissions for the 2026-27 lateral entry B.Tech batch at GIT Vellore are currently open. The application window runs from June 6, 2026, with the last date set as July 5, 2026. TNEA lateral entry counselling allotments are scheduled from June 29, 2026 onwards.

Key Points

• 2 specializations available: Information Technology and Petroleum Engineering
• 3-year full-time lateral entry programme for Diploma holders entering directly in the second year
• Affiliated to Anna University, Chennai and accredited by NAAC with B++ grade
• Admission through TNEA lateral entry counselling based on Diploma aggregate with no additional entrance exam
• Uniform total fee of INR 1,50,000 across both specializations payable at INR 50,000 per year

GIT B.Tech Lateral Fees 2026

Both specializations carry the same fee structure. The total programme fee is INR 1,50,000 for the 3-year duration, making the lateral entry B.Tech at GIT Vellore accessible for Diploma holders transitioning to a full engineering degree.

Course-wise Fee Structure

• Fees are payable at INR 50,000 per academic year across the 3-year programme.
• Hostel accommodation charges are billed separately and are not included in the above fees.
• Fees is subject to change, Please verify with the official sources before taking admission.

GIT B.Tech Lateral Admission 2026

Admission to the lateral entry B.Tech programme at GIT Vellore is conducted entirely through the TNEA lateral entry counselling process managed by the Tamil Nadu government. Eligible Diploma holders register on the TNEA portal, receive seat allotments based on their Diploma aggregate marks, and report to the college for document verification. Management quota seats are also available through direct application at the college.

Important Dates

• Admission is through TNEA lateral entry counselling conducted by the Tamil Nadu government for all Anna University affiliated institutions.
• Management quota seats are available through direct application at the college admissions office via getedu.in.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Entrance Exam Dates

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must hold a 3-year Diploma in a relevant Engineering branch from a recognized Board of Technical Education with a minimum aggregate of 50 percent marks
• B.Sc. graduates with Mathematics as a core subject may also be eligible for certain branches as per Anna University norms
• No separate entrance examination is required for lateral entry admission at GIT Vellore

Admission Process

• Register on the TNEA portal at tneaonline.org for lateral entry counselling using a valid email and mobile number
• Upload Diploma mark sheets, community certificate, and identity proof and pay the counselling registration fee
• Participate in the TNEA lateral entry seat allotment process based on Diploma aggregate marks
• On receiving a seat allotment, report to GIT Vellore with original documents for verification and pay the programme fee within the given deadline
• Candidates seeking management quota seats may apply directly through getedu.in and appear for a personal interview

GIT B.Tech Lateral Scholarships 2026

Lateral entry B.Tech students at GIT Vellore are eligible for a range of state government scholarships and central government merit awards. Applications for most scholarships must be submitted in the first semester of the academic year.

Available Scholarships

• Government scholarship amounts and eligibility criteria are subject to revision based on state and central government notifications.
• Students are advised to apply through the Tamil Nadu e-Scholarships portal and NSP within the first semester of admission.

GIT B.Tech Lateral FAQs

Ques. Can a student with a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering apply for lateral entry B.Tech IT or Petroleum Engineering at GIT?

Ans. Eligibility for each specialization depends on Anna University lateral entry branch mapping. Mechanical Engineering Diploma holders may qualify for Petroleum Engineering under broad engineering branch norms, but may not be directly eligible for IT. Applicants should verify the exact branch eligibility on the TNEA lateral entry portal before applying, as allotments depend on the specific branch permitted for each programme.

Ques. Does GIT conduct its own test or interview for lateral entry B.Tech admission?

Ans. No entrance test or academic interview is conducted by GIT for government quota seats. Allotment is purely based on Diploma aggregate marks through TNEA lateral entry counselling. Management quota seats involve a direct application and personal interview at the college through getedu.in, but no written test is required for those seats either.

Ques. What is the annual fee instalment for lateral entry B.Tech at GIT Vellore and when is it due?

Ans. The total fee is INR 1,50,000 split into three equal annual instalments of INR 50,000 each. The first instalment is due at the time of joining after TNEA allotment. Hostel charges are billed separately and are not included in this amount. The fee is identical for both the IT and Petroleum Engineering specializations.

Ques. What is the difference in career scope between lateral entry B.Tech IT and Petroleum Engineering from GIT?

Ans. B.Tech IT graduates from GIT typically enter roles such as software developer, network administrator, database administrator, and IT support specialist across technology firms and government IT departments. B.Tech Petroleum Engineering graduates pursue careers as petroleum engineer, reservoir engineer, drilling engineer, and refinery process engineer primarily in oil and gas companies and the energy sector. Both degrees are affiliated to Anna University and are recognized for employment and higher studies across India.

Ques. Is the lateral entry B.Tech degree from GIT Vellore equivalent to a regular B.Tech in terms of recognition?

Ans. Yes. The lateral entry B.Tech at GIT is a regular B.Tech degree awarded by Anna University, Chennai. It carries the same recognition and value as a four-year B.Tech for the purpose of employment, higher education, government job eligibility, and competitive examinations. The only difference is the entry point: lateral entry students join in the second year after completing a Diploma, reducing the programme duration to three years.