Bachelor of Engineering [BE] {Lateral}
Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering for the Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Computer Science and Engineering program can vary significantly. For government quota students, the first-year fees total approximately Rs. 182,200, which includes tuition, development, academic administration, and other charges, plus an additional Rs. 50,000 for transport if applicable. Hostellers are required to pay an extra Rs. 125,000 annually. First graduates receive a deduction of Rs. 27,500, paying Rs.
154,700, and SC/ST students with ADW scholarships pay Rs. 127,200 due to a Rs. 55,000 deduction. Students under the government school quota are exempt from fees. Management quota students pay higher fees, including a potential donation of Rs. 800,000, with total expenses reaching Rs. 200,500 in the first year. Scholarships such as the BC/MBC scholarship offer Rs. 10,000 annually, and the women's scholarship provides Rs. 5,000 annually. Additional fees may apply for placement training, which costs Rs.
10,000 annually.
About Bachelor of Engineering [BE] {Lateral}
SVCE Sriperumbudur offers a 3-year BE Lateral Entry programme across seven specializations under Anna University, admitting diploma holders directly to the third semester. As a NAAC A+ accredited private engineering college on the Chennai-Bengaluru highway, SVCE admits lateral entry candidates through TNEA 2026 lateral entry counselling. All specializations carry a uniform fee of INR 5,58,000 for three years. An external review site ranks SVCE 190 in its 2026 India Engineering Colleges list.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Rank list publication begins 27 June 2026.
Key Points
- Uniform fee of INR 5,58,000 across all seven branches including the rare Marine Engineering lateral option
- Sriperumbudur location provides direct access to major automotive and electronics manufacturing employers
- Admission based purely on TNEA lateral merit rank derived from diploma aggregate, with no entrance exam
SVCE BE Lateral Fees 2026
All BE Lateral Entry specializations at SVCE Sriperumbudur carry a uniform fee of INR 5,58,000 for the 3-year programme. Tamil Nadu government fee concessions apply for eligible SC and ST students.
| Course | Total Fees (3 Years) |
|---|---|
| BE Lateral Automobile Engineering | INR 5,58,000 |
| BE Lateral Civil Engineering | INR 5,58,000 |
| BE Lateral Computer Science and Engineering | INR 5,58,000 |
| BE Lateral Electrical and Electronics Engineering | INR 5,58,000 |
| BE Lateral Electronics and Communication Engineering | INR 5,58,000 |
| BE Lateral Marine Engineering | INR 5,58,000 |
| BE Lateral Mechanical Engineering | INR 5,58,000 |
- Annual fee is INR 1,86,000 paid over three years.
- Hostel charges are payable separately and excluded from Total Fees above.
- Fees may change, verify with official sources before admission.
SVCE BE Lateral Admission 2026
SVCE BE Lateral Entry admissions for 2026-27 are through TNEA 2026 lateral entry counselling conducted by DTE Tamil Nadu. TNEA 2026 certificate verification ran from 10 to 20 June 2026. The lateral entry rank list is expected on 27 June 2026 and seat allotment is expected in August 2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| TNEA 2026 Certificate Verification | 10 to 20 June 2026 |
| TNEA 2026 Rank List Publication | 27 June 2026 |
| TNEA Lateral Entry Seat Allotment | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- Register on the official TNEA portal for lateral entry counselling.
- Upload diploma mark sheets, community and income certificates, and photograph.
- Fill college and branch preferences during TNEA lateral entry counselling.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed Diploma in Engineering in a relevant branch from a recognised polytechnic with minimum 45 percent aggregate (40 percent for reserved categories) as per Anna University and TNEA lateral entry norms.
- Candidates who completed the first year of a B.Sc (PCM) programme may also be eligible as per DTE Tamil Nadu norms.
Admission Process
- Register on the official DTE Tamil Nadu TNEA portal for lateral entry counselling after diploma result declaration.
- Upload diploma mark sheets, community and income certificates, and photograph.
- Fill college and branch preferences selecting SVCE Sriperumbudur and the desired branch.
- Receive lateral entry seat allotment based on TNEA rank and report to SVCE with original documents.
- Submit originals, pay the prescribed fee, and complete enrolment formalities.
✓ Opt for this if
- Diploma engineers targeting BE via TNEA lateral at a NAAC A+ college near Chennai
- Students wanting proximity to automotive and electronics industry belt in Sriperumbudur
- Candidates preferring Anna University degree through merit-based TNEA lateral counselling
- Tamil Nadu diploma holders who want a well-regarded private college option
✗ Skip if
- Students without a diploma in a relevant engineering branch
- Candidates targeting IITs, NITs, or higher-ranked institutions for B.Tech
- Students expecting median packages well above INR 10 LPA from campus placements
SVCE BE Lateral Scholarships 2026
BE Lateral Entry students at SVCE Sriperumbudur can access Tamil Nadu government and national scholarship schemes. Income and caste certificates are required for all state-level schemes.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| TN Post-Matric Scholarship | State government rates | SC/ST/OBC students from Tamil Nadu |
| NSP PM-USP Scholarship | National rates | Minority community students, need-based |
| SVCE Merit Scholarship | Institution-level | Top-performing lateral entry students |
- Apply through the Tamil Nadu state scholarship portal before the stated deadline.
- Income and caste certificates required for all state-level scholarship schemes.
SVCE BE Lateral FAQs
Ques. What is the TNEA lateral entry cutoff rank for SVCE Sriperumbudur BE?
Ans. TNEA lateral entry cutoff ranks for SVCE Sriperumbudur vary by branch and category. CSE and ECE branches tend to have lower closing ranks (more competitive) compared to Automobile or Marine Engineering. Rank lists are published at tneaonline.org after certificate verification. Candidates should check the official TNEA lateral entry rank list released on 27 June 2026 for branch-wise cutoffs.
Ques. Is Marine Engineering lateral entry available at SVCE Sriperumbudur via TNEA?
Ans. Yes, SVCE Sriperumbudur offers BE Lateral Entry in Marine Engineering through TNEA lateral counselling, which is uncommon among Tamil Nadu engineering colleges. Diploma holders in Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, or Marine-related branches may apply. The fee is the same as other branches at INR 5,58,000 for three years.
Ques. Can B.Sc graduates apply for BE Lateral Entry at SVCE through TNEA?
Ans. Yes, candidates who have completed the first year of a B.Sc programme with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as subjects may be eligible for lateral entry to the second year of BE under Anna University and DTE Tamil Nadu norms. Eligibility must be confirmed with the SVCE admissions office and through the TNEA portal guidelines.
Ques. Does SVCE Sriperumbudur offer hostel facilities for BE Lateral Entry students?
Ans. SVCE Sriperumbudur has hostel facilities for students. Lateral entry students joining the third semester are eligible to apply for hostel accommodation, subject to availability. Hostel charges are payable separately from the programme fee. Students should contact SVCE admissions for current hostel rates and allocation process.
Ques. What are the placement opportunities for SVCE BE Lateral Entry graduates in Sriperumbudur?
Ans. SVCE Sriperumbudur’s location in the Sriperumbudur industrial belt gives BE Lateral Entry graduates direct access to major recruiters including automotive, electronics, and manufacturing companies. The college has an active placement cell and SVCE graduates join companies in the Chennai metropolitan region. Lateral entry students are eligible for campus placements alongside regular BE batches.
Ques. What documents are needed for SVCE BE Lateral Entry seat confirmation after TNEA allotment?
Ans. After TNEA lateral entry seat allotment, candidates must bring original diploma mark sheets (all semesters), transfer certificate, community and income certificates (if applicable), allotment letter from TNEA, passport-sized photographs, and Aadhaar card to SVCE for document verification. First-year fee payment confirms the seat.