Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] {Lateral}

Govind Ballabh Pant Institute of Engineering and Technology (GBPIET), Pauri Garhwal, Uttarakhand offers a 3-year full-time B.Tech Lateral Entry programme across seven specializations: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Biotechnology, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Mechanical and Automation Engineering. Exclusively for Diploma holders, the programme provides direct entry to the second year. GBPIET is affiliated to Veer Madho Singh Bhandari Uttarakhand Technical University (VMSBTU), Dehradun. Total fees are INR 1,13,940, payable at INR 37,980 per year, uniform across all specializations. Admission is through UTU centralised lateral entry counselling based on Diploma aggregate marks, with no separate written exam.

B.Tech Lateral admissions at GBPIET are open for 2026. UTU Lateral Entry Counselling registration began on May 28, 2026. Three seat allotment rounds are scheduled through July 2026, with classes commencing in August 2026.

Key Points

• Seven B.Tech Lateral specializations including Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning at GBPIET Pauri Garhwal
• Diploma holders join directly in the second year and complete the remaining 3 years to earn the full B.Tech degree from VMSBTU
• No separate entrance examination; admission through UTU centralised lateral entry counselling based on Diploma aggregate marks
• Uniform total fee of INR 1,13,940 for the 3-year programme across all seven specializations
• Candidates with a B.Sc. degree with Mathematics as a subject are also eligible for lateral entry under UTU norms

GBPEC B.Tech Lateral Fees 2026

Fees are uniform across all seven B.Tech Lateral specializations at GBPIET. Hostel accommodation is optional and charged separately.

Fee Structure

• Fee is payable at INR 37,980 per academic year across the 3-year lateral 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.

GBPEC B.Tech Lateral Admission 2026

Admission to GBPIET B.Tech Lateral programmes is through UTU centralised lateral entry counselling. No separate written entrance examination is required. Candidates are ranked based on their Diploma aggregate marks. Three counselling rounds are held and candidates must report to GBPIET with all original documents on receiving a seat allotment.

Important Dates

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• 3-year Diploma in a relevant engineering discipline from an AICTE-approved institution with a minimum aggregate of 60% marks
• Candidates with a B.Sc. degree with Mathematics as one subject from a recognized university may also apply under lateral entry norms
• Admission is through UTU lateral entry counselling; no separate written entrance exam is required

Admission Process

• Register on the UTU portal at uktech.ac.in by May 28, 2026 and upload Diploma mark sheets and eligibility documents
• Fill college and specialization preferences during the UTU counselling choice-filling period, selecting GBPIET Pauri Garhwal as a preference
• Seat allotment is based on Diploma aggregate marks across three counselling rounds
• On receiving seat allotment, report to GBPIET with original Diploma certificates for document verification and pay programme fees within the deadline

GBPEC B.Tech Lateral Scholarships 2026

Available Scholarships

• Students are advised to apply through the National Scholarship Portal and the Uttarakhand state scholarship portal within the first semester of admission.

GBPEC B.Tech Lateral FAQs

Ques. Can a Diploma holder from any state apply for B.Tech Lateral at GBPIET Garhwal?

Ans. Yes, Diploma holders from any state can apply for B.Tech Lateral Entry at GBPIET through UTU centralised counselling. However, Uttarakhand domicile candidates have priority in state quota seats. All-India quota seats are available as per UTU norms. Candidates from other states should register on the UTU portal at uktech.ac.in and participate in the lateral entry counselling rounds alongside state-domicile applicants.

Ques. What is the minimum Diploma percentage required for B.Tech Lateral at GBPIET?

Ans. Candidates must have a minimum aggregate of 60% marks in the 3-year Diploma in the relevant engineering discipline to be eligible for B.Tech Lateral Entry at GBPIET. This criterion is set by UTU lateral entry counselling norms. Candidates from reserved categories may have a relaxed percentage requirement as per applicable state government norms for Uttarakhand.

Ques. Which year do Diploma holders join in B.Tech Lateral at GBPIET?

Ans. Diploma holders admitted through the B.Tech Lateral Entry programme at GBPIET join directly in the second year (third semester) of B.Tech. They complete the remaining 3 years (6 semesters) and receive the full B.Tech degree from VMSBTU, Dehradun. The total programme duration for lateral entry students is 3 years, and the degree awarded is equivalent to that earned by first-year entrants.

Ques. Is B.Tech Lateral in AI and ML available at GBPIET Garhwal?

Ans. Yes, GBPIET Pauri Garhwal offers B.Tech Lateral Entry in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning among its seven lateral specializations. This programme is for Diploma holders in relevant computing or electronics disciplines and covers machine learning algorithms, deep learning, computer vision, and NLP in the remaining 3 years. The total fee is INR 1,13,940, same as all other lateral specializations at the institute.

Ques. Is there a management quota for B.Tech Lateral admission at GBPIET?

Ans. In addition to UTU centralised counselling, GBPIET may also admit students through direct application under the management quota for B.Tech Lateral Entry. Candidates interested in management quota admission are advised to contact the GBPIET admissions office directly at gbpiet.ac.in or visit the campus for details on seat availability, eligibility, and fee payment procedures during the counselling period.