Bachelor of Engineering [BE] {Lateral}

The Bachelor of Engineering [BE] Lateral Entry at UIT-RGPV Bhopal is a three-year full-time programme that admits diploma holders directly into the second year of the BE programme, affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya (RGPV) and accredited by NAAC Grade A. The programme offers 8 specializations covering automobile, civil, computer science, electrical and electronics, electronics and communication, information technology, mechanical, and petroleum engineering. Total fee for all lateral entry specializations is a uniform INR 71,940 for the three-year duration. Admission is through MPCAP Lateral Entry counselling by DTE Madhya Pradesh.

Applications for the 2026-27 BE Lateral Entry batch at UIT-RGPV Bhopal are open through MPCAP 2026 Lateral Entry counselling by DTE Madhya Pradesh. The academic session commences in August 2026.

Key Points

• BE Lateral Entry at UIT-RGPV Bhopal offers 8 specializations: Automobile, Civil, Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical and Electronics, Electronics and Communication, Information Technology, Mechanical, and Petroleum Engineering.
• Diploma holders are admitted directly to the second year of the four-year BE programme, completing the remaining three years under the same RGPV curriculum as regular BE students.
• Admission is based on diploma marks through MPCAP Lateral Entry counselling by DTE Madhya Pradesh. There is no separate engineering entrance examination required.
• Total fee for all lateral entry specializations is a uniform INR 71,940 for the three-year programme, as fixed by RGPV. Hostel charges are not included.
• The BE Lateral degree is equivalent to the regular BE from RGPV and is recognized by UGC, AICTE, and for government employment and higher education purposes.

UIT-RGPV BE Lateral Fees 2026

All eight BE Lateral Entry specializations at UIT-RGPV Bhopal carry a uniform total fee of INR 71,940 for the three-year programme, with fees fixed by RGPV. This covers three academic years (Years 2, 3, and 4 of the BE programme).

Fee Structure

• The total fee of INR 71,940 covers three years of the BE Lateral Entry programme (6 semesters: Semesters 3 to 8) and is uniform across all specializations at UIT-RGPV Bhopal.
• Fees are fixed by RGPV and subject to revision. Hostel charges are separate and not included in the total.
• Fees is subject to change. Please verify with the official sources before taking admission.

UIT-RGPV BE Lateral Admission 2026

BE Lateral Entry admissions at UIT-RGPV Bhopal are conducted through MPCAP Lateral Entry counselling by DTE Madhya Pradesh, based on diploma marks. No separate engineering entrance exam is required. Candidates register on the MPCAP portal, fill choices, and receive seat allotment based on diploma merit and category.

Important Dates

Entrance Exam Dates

• BE Lateral Entry admissions at UIT-RGPV are through MPCAP Lateral Entry counselling conducted by DTE Madhya Pradesh, based on diploma marks in relevant engineering disciplines.
• Selected candidates must report to UIT-RGPV, Airport Road, Bhopal, with the allotment order, original diploma mark sheets, and category certificates for document verification and fee payment.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must hold a Diploma in Engineering or Technology in a relevant discipline from a State Board of Technical Education or AICTE-recognised institution with minimum 45% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST candidates from Madhya Pradesh).
• Admission is through MPCAP Lateral Entry counselling by DTE Madhya Pradesh. No separate entrance exam is required.
• Madhya Pradesh domicile candidates are given preference in state quota seats. All India quota seats are also available for candidates from other states.

Admission Process

• Check the MPCAP 2026 Lateral Entry counselling notification released by DTE Madhya Pradesh in June 2026.
• Register on the MPCAP Lateral Entry portal (dte.mponline.gov.in) and upload diploma mark sheets, category certificates, and other required documents.
• Fill college and branch choices on the MPCAP portal, selecting UIT-RGPV Bhopal and the preferred BE specialisation.
• Lock choices and check seat allotment result. Download the allotment order if UIT-RGPV is allotted.
• Report to UIT-RGPV, Airport Road, Bhopal, with allotment order, original diploma mark sheets, and category certificates for verification and fee payment.

UIT-RGPV BE Lateral Scholarships 2026

BE Lateral Entry students at UIT-RGPV Bhopal are eligible for the same state government scholarships and RGPV merit awards as regular BE students, based on domicile, category, and academic performance.

Available Scholarships

• MP Mukhyamantri Medhavi Vidyarthi Yojana covers tuition fees for eligible MP domicile students scoring 70% or above in 12th. Apply at scholarshipportal.mp.nic.in.
• SC/ST students are exempted from tuition and examination fees under MP government norms. Required documents include caste certificate and income certificate.
• OBC students with family income below INR 3 lakh per annum are eligible for fee concession. Apply through the state scholarship portal within the published deadline.
• Scholarship eligibility norms are subject to state government revision. Verify current norms at scholarshipportal.mp.nic.in before applying.

UIT-RGPV BE Lateral FAQs

Ques. Is there any entrance exam for lateral entry BE admission at UIT-RGPV?

Ans. No separate entrance exam is required for BE Lateral Entry at UIT-RGPV. Admission is based purely on diploma marks through MPCAP Lateral Entry counselling conducted by DTE Madhya Pradesh. Candidates register on the MPCAP portal, fill their college and branch choices, and receive a seat allotment based on diploma merit and category.

Ques. Is the BE Lateral degree from UIT-RGPV equivalent to the regular BE in terms of recognition?

Ans. Yes. The BE Lateral Entry degree from UIT-RGPV, affiliated with RGPV, is equivalent to a regular BE degree and carries the same recognition by UGC, AICTE, and the Government of India. Lateral entry students join directly in the second year, complete the same RGPV curriculum as regular students for the remaining three years, and receive the same degree certificate.

Ques. Can a diploma holder from a private polytechnic apply for lateral entry at UIT-RGPV?

Ans. Yes, provided the polytechnic is AICTE-recognised or affiliated with a State Board of Technical Education. Diploma holders must have a minimum of 45% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST from MP) in a relevant engineering discipline. The diploma discipline should correspond to the BE specialization being applied for at UIT-RGPV during MPCAP Lateral Entry counselling.

Ques. Is Petroleum Engineering as lateral entry available only at UIT-RGPV among RGPV colleges?

Ans. Petroleum Engineering is offered as a BE Lateral Entry specialization at UIT-RGPV Bhopal. It is not commonly available across all RGPV-affiliated colleges, making UIT-RGPV one of the few RGPV constituent institutions offering this branch. Diploma holders in petroleum or related disciplines interested in this specialization should check MPCAP seat availability during choice filling.

Ques. Can BE Lateral graduates from UIT-RGPV apply for ME or M.Tech programmes via GATE?

Ans. Yes. BE Lateral Entry graduates from UIT-RGPV are eligible to appear for GATE and subsequently apply for ME or M.Tech programmes at RGPV, NITs, IITs, or other institutions, on par with regular BE graduates. The GATE eligibility criteria require a BE or B.Tech degree from a recognised university, and a BE Lateral from RGPV satisfies this requirement.

Ques. Will lateral entry students at UIT-RGPV miss any fundamental engineering subjects covered in the first year?

Ans. Lateral entry students are admitted directly to the second year, so they do not attend the first-year foundation subjects. RGPV’s lateral entry scheme is designed with the assumption that diploma holders already have equivalent exposure to fundamentals through their three-year diploma programme. Some colleges offer bridge courses to cover gaps; candidates should inquire with UIT-RGPV about any such provisions for the 2026-27 batch.