Bachelor of Engineering [BE] {Lateral}

SCOE Sudumbare offers B.E. Lateral Entry across 9 branches: Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering, Electronics and Computer Engineering, Industrial Internet of Things, Information Technology, and Mechanical Engineering. The 3-year full-time programme admits Diploma holders directly to Second Year B.E., affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), approved by AICTE, and NAAC Grade B accredited. Total fee for all branches is INR 1,75,500 (INR 58,500 per year, FRA-approved AY 2025-26). Admission is through the DTE Maharashtra DSY B.E. CAP on cetcell.mahacet.org based on diploma merit with no separate entrance exam.

B.E. Lateral Entry 2026-27 admissions at SCOE are in the upcoming phase. DTE Maharashtra DSY B.E. CAP notification is expected in June 2026, with registration and option entry in July 2026, allotment rounds in August 2026, and classes commencing in September 2026.

Key Points

• 9 B.E. Lateral Entry branches: AI and Data Science, AI and Machine Learning, Civil, Computer, E&TC, Electronics and Computer, Industrial IoT, IT, and Mechanical Engineering
• 3-year full-time programme (direct Second Year entry for Diploma holders); AICTE-approved, SPPU-affiliated, NAAC Grade B accredited
• Uniform fee: INR 1,75,500 for 3 years (INR 58,500 per year) as per FRA for AY 2025-26; SC/ST/NT/SBC and TFWS students pay only Development Fee of INR 6,453 per year
• Diploma holders from MSBTE or recognized polytechnics with minimum 45 percent aggregate marks eligible; B.Sc graduates with Mathematics also eligible
• Leads to the same SPPU B.E. degree as the regular 4-year programme at a proportionally lower total cost

SCOE BE Lateral Fees 2026

All 9 B.E. Lateral Entry branches at SCOE carry identical fees as per the FRA-approved structure for AY 2025-26. The annual fee of INR 58,500 is the same as for regular B.E., with the total being lower because the programme spans 3 years instead of 4. SC/ST/NT/SBC and TFWS students pay only the Development Fee.

Branch-wise Fee Structure

• Annual fee: INR 58,500 per year (Tuition INR 52,047 + Development INR 6,453) as per FRA for AY 2025-26 at SCOE (DTE Code: 6149); 3-year lateral total is INR 1,75,500 compared to INR 2,34,000 for the regular 4-year B.E.
• SC/ST/NT/SBC and TFWS students pay only the Development Fee of INR 6,453 per year under Maharashtra government norms; apply via MahaDBT portal after admission.
• Fees is subject to change, Please verify with the official sources before taking admission.

SCOE BE Lateral Admission 2026

B.E. Lateral Entry 2026-27 admissions at SCOE are based on diploma aggregate percentage through the DTE Maharashtra DSY B.E. CAP on cetcell.mahacet.org. No separate entrance examination is required. CAP registration and option entry are expected in July 2026, with two allotment rounds in August 2026 and institute-level admission in September 2026.

Important Dates

• DTE Maharashtra DSY B.E. CAP schedule for 2026-27 will be published on cetcell.mahacet.org; candidates should monitor the portal for official notification expected June 2026.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Passed a 3-year Diploma in Engineering or Technology from a recognized polytechnic (MSBTE or equivalent) in the relevant discipline with a minimum aggregate of 45 percent marks (40 percent for reserved category candidates as per DTE Maharashtra norms)
• Alternatively, B.Sc. graduates with Mathematics as a subject from a recognized university with minimum 45 percent aggregate are eligible for lateral entry into the relevant B.E. branch
• Domicile in Maharashtra required for Maharashtra State quota seats; candidates must satisfy DTE Maharashtra 2026 DSY B.E. CAP eligibility norms on cetcell.mahacet.org

Admission Process

• Obtain diploma results and verify eligibility; monitor cetcell.mahacet.org for DTE Maharashtra DSY B.E. CAP notification expected June 2026
• Register for DSY CAP on cetcell.mahacet.org and upload all diploma semester marksheets, domicile certificate, and caste certificate (if applicable)
• Complete document verification and fill option entry with SCOE Sudumbare and preferred B.E. Lateral Entry branch among choices
• Receive CAP allotment letter in August 2026 and report to SCOE Sudumbare with original certificates for seat confirmation
• Pay the first-year fee of INR 58,500 and submit documents to confirm admission to Second Year B.E.; classes commence September 2026

SCOE BE Lateral Scholarships 2026

B.E. Lateral Entry students at SCOE Sudumbare have access to the same Maharashtra government scholarship schemes as regular B.E. students. Category-based fee concessions are available from admission itself, and students can additionally apply for maintenance allowances through MahaDBT. Girl students can apply for the AICTE Pragati Scholarship.

Available Scholarships

• Maharashtra government scholarships are processed through MahaDBT (mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in); apply within the notified deadline each year with attested caste and income certificates.
• AICTE Pragati Scholarship of INR 50,000 per year must be applied through the AICTE scholarship portal after admission confirmation each academic year.

SCOE BE Lateral FAQs

Ques. If I completed a Diploma in Computer Engineering, can I apply for B.E. Lateral Entry in AI and Data Science or AI and Machine Learning at SCOE?

Ans. Cross-branch eligibility for DSY B.E. CAP is governed by DTE Maharashtra’s branch mapping rules. Computer Engineering Diploma holders are generally eligible for Computer, IT, AI and DS, and AI and ML branches. Candidates should verify the specific branch eligibility matrix published on cetcell.mahacet.org once the DSY B.E. CAP 2026 notification is released, as exact permissible combinations are updated each year.

Ques. Is the SPPU B.E. degree received through lateral entry at SCOE considered equivalent to a regular B.E. for jobs and higher studies?

Ans. Yes. The SPPU B.E. degree awarded to lateral entry students at SCOE is identical to the regular 4-year B.E. degree, both in title and recognition. There is no distinction on the degree certificate. For M.E. admission via GATE and DTE PG CAP, and for employment in central/state government, PSUs, and private companies, the B.E. Lateral Entry degree is fully equivalent to the regular B.E.

Ques. Can I pursue M.E. at SCOE after completing B.E. Lateral Entry there?

Ans. Yes. After completing B.E. (whether through regular or lateral entry route) at SCOE, graduates can apply for M.E. at SCOE through the DTE Maharashtra PG CAP based on GATE score. SCOE offers M.E. in Computer Engineering, Design Engineering, Embedded System and VLSI Design, and Information Technology. The same FRA-approved M.E. fee of INR 91,000 (2 years) applies.

Ques. Do lateral entry students miss First Year subjects compared to regular B.E. students at SCOE?

Ans. B.E. Lateral Entry students skip the First Year of the regular B.E. curriculum and join directly at Second Year. DTE Maharashtra mandates a bridge course for lateral entry students to cover key First Year topics before Second Year subjects begin. At SCOE, this bridge course is delivered as part of the admission induction; students do not sit for First Year SPPU examinations but must clear all Second Year onwards papers for the B.E. degree.

Ques. What documents are required at DTE Maharashtra DSY B.E. CAP document verification for B.E. Lateral Entry at SCOE?

Ans. Typically required documents include: Diploma marksheets for all semesters, Diploma passing certificate, SSC marksheet and certificate, transfer certificate from the polytechnic, domicile certificate, caste and non-creamy layer certificate (if applicable), and the DSY CAP allotment letter. Candidates should carry original documents plus 2 sets of attested photocopies. The exact document checklist is published on cetcell.mahacet.org with the DSY B.E. CAP notification.