Bachelor of Engineering [BE] {Lateral}

PVSCET, Krishnagiri, offers the B.E. Lateral Entry as a 3-year full-time undergraduate programme under Anna University affiliation and AICTE approval, with NAAC Grade A accreditation. Diploma holders join directly in the second year across five branches: Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. Total fees are INR 2,61,000 across all branches, with admission through TNEA Lateral Entry 2026.

TNEA Lateral Entry 2026 registration closed on June 2, 2026. The rank list is expected to be published on June 29, 2026, after which counselling rounds will follow in July 2026. Candidates who registered can check their rank at tneaonline.org when the list is published. Classes are expected from August 2026.

Key Points

• Diploma holders skip the first year and complete the full B.E. degree in 3 years instead of the standard 4
• Admission rank is based solely on Diploma aggregate marks — no separate TNEA entrance test is required for lateral entry
• The B.E. degree awarded on completion is identical to regular-entry graduates, making lateral entry holders eligible for GATE, PSU recruitment, and M.E./M.Tech admission

PVSCET B.E. Lateral Fees 2026

The total fee for the 3-year B.E. Lateral Entry programme at PVSCET is INR 2,61,000, payable as INR 87,000 per year, uniform across all five branches.

• Fees is subject to change, Please verify with the official sources before taking admission.
• Hostel and mess charges are separate from tuition fees.
• Management quota seats may carry a different fee. Contact PVSCET admissions directly.

PVSCET B.E. Lateral Admission 2026

All five B.E. Lateral Entry branches at PVSCET admit students through TNEA Lateral Entry counselling by Anna University, with rank determined solely by Diploma aggregate marks. TNEA Lateral Entry 2026 registration opened on May 3, 2026 and closed on June 2, 2026. The rank list is expected on June 29, 2026, followed by counselling in July 2026.

Important Dates

• No separate entrance test. Rank is merit-based on Diploma aggregate marks.
• Management quota lateral seats: apply directly to PVSCET admissions office.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Diploma in Engineering or Technology in the relevant branch from a recognised state board or polytechnic, with minimum 45 percent aggregate marks (40 percent for reserved category candidates)
• Lateral entry students are admitted directly to the second year (third semester) of the B.E. programme
• Tamil Nadu domicile is required for government-quota seats under TNEA Lateral Entry counselling

Admission Process

• Register on the TNEA portal (tneaonline.org) during the notified lateral entry window and upload Diploma mark sheets
• Anna University publishes the lateral entry rank list based on Diploma aggregate marks on June 29, 2026
• Participate in TNEA Lateral Entry counselling in July 2026, exercise branch preferences for PVSCET, and confirm allotted seat
• For management quota, contact PVSCET admissions office with Diploma certificates and academic documents
• Complete document verification at the college and pay the first-year fee to join the second year directly

✓ Opt for this if

• You hold a Diploma in a relevant branch and want a full B.E. degree in 3 years
• You want NAAC Grade A accredited B.E. in Tamil Nadu at under INR 3 lakh total
• You are from Krishnagiri or nearby districts and prefer studying closer to home
• You aim for GATE or Tamil Nadu PSU recruitment after completing the degree
• You are a girl student needing AICTE Pragati scholarship support of INR 50,000/year

✗ Skip if

• You need campus placements with metro-city recruiters after B.E.
• You want a higher-ranked college for better corporate career visibility
• Your target branch is not among PVSCET’s five lateral entry offerings

PVSCET B.E. Lateral Scholarships 2026

B.E. Lateral Entry students at PVSCET are eligible for Tamil Nadu state government, central government, and AICTE scholarships. Girl students benefit from the AICTE Pragati scheme, which significantly reduces the effective cost of the programme.

• Tamil Nadu SC/ST/BC/MBC students apply via the Tamil Nadu e-Scholarships portal each academic year.
• AICTE Pragati applications are submitted through the AICTE portal. Verify current deadlines before applying.
• Scholarship amounts are subject to revision. Verify current details at the time of admission.

PVSCET B.E. Lateral FAQs

Ques. Does the B.E. Lateral Entry degree from PVSCET look different from a regular B.E. on the certificate?

Ans. No. The B.E. degree certificate issued by Anna University does not distinguish between lateral entry and regular-entry graduates. Both receive the same degree in the same branch. The lateral entry route is simply an alternate admission pathway for Diploma holders and carries full equivalence for GATE, PSU recruitment, and postgraduate admission purposes.

Ques. I registered for TNEA Lateral Entry 2026 before June 2. What should I do now?

Ans. Registration is complete. The next step is the rank list, which is expected to be published on June 29, 2026 at tneaonline.org. Once the rank is out, you will participate in the TNEA Lateral Entry counselling rounds in July 2026 and fill branch and college preferences, including PVSCET Krishnagiri. Keep your Diploma mark sheets and category certificates ready for document upload during counselling.

Ques. Can I change my branch at PVSCET after joining through lateral entry?

Ans. Branch changes after allotment are generally not permitted under Anna University’s lateral entry process. Your seat is allotted to a specific B.E. branch through TNEA counselling. Choose your branch preference carefully during the counselling round. Contact PVSCET’s admissions office to confirm their internal policy on any exceptions.

Ques. Which Diploma branches qualify for each B.E. lateral entry branch at PVSCET?

Ans. Anna University specifies the eligible Diploma disciplines for each B.E. lateral entry branch. Generally: Civil Engineering lateral accepts Civil or related Diploma; CSE lateral accepts Computer Science, IT, or related; EEE lateral accepts Electrical, EEE, or related; ECE lateral accepts Electronics, ECE, or related; Mechanical lateral accepts Mechanical or related Diploma. Confirm the exact eligible Diploma list from the TNEA 2026 information brochure at tneaonline.org.

Ques. Can I appear for GATE after completing B.E. Lateral Entry from PVSCET?

Ans. Yes. B.E. Lateral Entry graduates from PVSCET are fully eligible to appear for GATE, as the degree is an Anna University B.E. with the same standing as regular-entry graduates. A valid GATE score enables admission to M.E./M.Tech programmes and direct recruitment at PSUs such as TNEB, BHEL, SAIL, and others that accept GATE-based applications.

Ques. Is PVSCET B.E. Lateral Entry valid for M.E. or MBA admission after graduation?

Ans. Yes. B.E. Lateral Entry graduates hold a full Anna University B.E. degree, which is accepted for M.E./M.Tech admission through TANCET or GATE, and for MBA admission through TANCET or other management entrance tests. There is no restriction on postgraduate programme admission based on lateral entry status. Verify specific eligibility requirements with the target institution before applying.