Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] {Lateral} (Agricultural Engineering)

The B.Tech (Lateral Entry) in Agricultural Engineering at Uttar Banga Krishi Viswavidyalaya (UBKV), Cooch Behar, is a three-year ICAR-accredited, AICTE-approved programme for diploma holders and B.Sc graduates. Lateral entry students join directly at the third semester through JELET 2026. UBKV is a UGC-recognised state agricultural university established in 2001, located in Pundibari, Cooch Behar, West Bengal.

📋 Admission Status: UBKV B.Tech Agricultural Engineering Lateral Entry admissions for 2026-27 are through JELET 2026 via WBJEEB centralised counselling. Register at wbjeeb.nic.in and visit ubkv.ac.in for updates.

Key Points

• B.Tech Agricultural Engg Lateral, UBKV Cooch Behar, ICAR accredited.
• Total fees INR 80,600. Three years, six semesters.
• Admission via JELET 2026. Entry at Semester 3.
• JELET 2026 exam: June 13, 2026.
• Diploma in Engg or BSc Maths, 45 to 50 percent.

UBKV Cooch Behar B.Tech Agri Lateral Fees 2026

• Total fees INR 80,600 for the three-year lateral entry programme.
• Hostel charges are separate (INR 2,950 per year). Confirm before joining.
• Confirm current semester-wise fee structure at the UBKV admissions office.

UBKV Cooch Behar B.Tech Agri Lateral Admission 2026

• Admission via JELET 2026 rank through WBJEEB centralised lateral entry counselling.
• Lateral entry students join at the third semester of B.Tech.
• Diploma in Agricultural Engineering from AICTE-approved polytechnic is also eligible.
• Documents: diploma/degree certificates, JELET rank card, category certificate.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must hold a Diploma in Engineering or Technology from an AICTE-recognised polytechnic in a relevant discipline with a minimum aggregate of 50 percent (45 percent for SC/ST/OBC-A/OBC-B).
• Alternatively, candidates with a Diploma in Agricultural Engineering from an AICTE-approved polytechnic with a minimum of 45 percent are also eligible for lateral entry.
• Candidates who hold a B.Sc degree from a UGC-recognised university with Mathematics as a compulsory subject and a minimum of 50 percent aggregate are also eligible.
• A valid JELET 2026 rank is mandatory. JELET is conducted by WBJEEB for lateral entry into the second year (third semester) of B.Tech programmes across AICTE-approved colleges in West Bengal.

Admission Process

• Register and appear for JELET 2026 at wbjeeb.nic.in. JELET 2026 exam is scheduled on June 13, 2026. Download the admit card and check your rank after result declaration.
• After the JELET result, register for WBJEEB lateral entry centralised counselling. Choose UBKV Cooch Behar and select B.Tech Agricultural Engineering during choice-filling.
• Seat allotment is published by WBJEEB. If allotted UBKV, pay the provisional seat acceptance fee online to confirm your admission.
• Report to UBKV, Pundibari, Cooch Behar, with original diploma/degree certificates, JELET rank card, allotment letter, category certificate (if applicable), and recent passport photographs for document verification.
• Complete fee payment and enrolment formalities at the UBKV accounts office. Attend the orientation programme and commence the third semester of B.Tech in August 2026.

✓ Opt for this if

• Diploma holders in Agricultural Engineering from North Bengal
• Students wanting a government agricultural university degree
• BSc graduates with Mathematics seeking B.Tech upgrade
• JELET qualifiers targeting low-fee programmes (INR 80,600)

✗ Skip if

• Students seeking urban IT or telecom placement roles
• Those wanting MAKAUT private engineering colleges
• Candidates without diploma or BSc Mathematics background

UBKV Cooch Behar B.Tech Agri Lateral Scholarships 2026

• Confirm eligibility and documents at the UBKV admissions office.
• WB government scholarships: apply via the West Bengal scholarship portal.
• SC/ST/OBC students apply at scholarships.gov.in.
• ICAR scholarships are available for meritorious PG students at ICAR-accredited universities.

UBKV Cooch Behar B.Tech Agri Lateral FAQs

Ques. What are the total fees for B.Tech Lateral Entry at UBKV Cooch Behar?

Ans. The total fees for B.Tech (Lateral Entry) Agricultural Engineering at UBKV, Cooch Behar, are INR 80,600 for the three-year programme as per 2025-26 data. Hostel charges are separate (INR 2,950 per year, optional). Confirm the current fee structure at ubkv.ac.in.

Ques. What is the eligibility for B.Tech Lateral Entry at UBKV?

Ans. For B.Tech Lateral Entry at UBKV, candidates must hold a Diploma in Engineering, Technology, or Agricultural Engineering from an AICTE-recognised institution with a minimum 45 to 50 percent aggregate. Alternatively, a B.Sc degree with Mathematics and 50 percent aggregate is also eligible. A valid JELET 2026 rank is mandatory.

Ques. What is JELET and how do I apply for B.Tech Lateral Entry at UBKV?

Ans. JELET (Joint Entrance Exam for Lateral Entry) is conducted by WBJEEB for admission to the second year (third semester) of B.Tech programmes in West Bengal. Register at wbjeeb.nic.in, appear for JELET 2026 (June 13, 2026), and after results use your JELET rank during WBJEEB centralised counselling to choose UBKV Cooch Behar.

Ques. What is the duration of B.Tech Lateral Entry Agricultural Engineering at UBKV?

Ans. The B.Tech (Lateral Entry) Agricultural Engineering at UBKV is a three-year programme (six semesters, from Semester 3 to Semester 8). Lateral entry students join directly at the third semester, completing the equivalent of the last three years of the standard four-year B.Tech programme.

Ques. What are the career options after B.Tech Agricultural Engineering from UBKV?

Ans. Graduates of B.Tech Agricultural Engineering from UBKV are prepared for roles in irrigation design, farm mechanisation, soil and water conservation, and agri-infrastructure. Career paths include government agricultural engineering departments, PSUs, research institutions, and private agri-technology firms operating in North Bengal and the North-East India region.