Bachelor of Engineering [BE] {Lateral}
Fees
Fees at Velammal Engineering College for the Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Information Technology program include a tuition fee that varies based on admission type. For students admitted through counseling, tuition fees range from 86,500 to 96,000 INR annually, while those admitted through management quota pay approximately 125,000 INR per year.
Additionally, hostel fees are structured with costs for boarding at 40,000 INR and food services ranging from 60,000 to 65,000 INR annually. The college provides several scholarship opportunities, such as the NTPC and the Prime Minister Scholarship Scheme, besides schemes based on community and government offerings. First-generation graduates receive a concession of 50% on tuition fees.
Some students also benefit from scholarships like the BC/MBC Scholarship Scheme and the SC scholarship, with awards up to 60,000 INR.
About Bachelor of Engineering [BE] {Lateral}
Velammal Engineering College, Ambattur, Chennai 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 institution, Velammal admits lateral entry candidates through TNEA 2026 lateral entry counselling. All specializations carry a uniform fee of INR 2,61,000 for three years. An external review site ranks VEC 251 in its 2026 India Engineering Colleges list.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Merit list publication begins 29 June 2026.
Key Points
- Among the most affordable BE Lateral Entry options in Chennai at INR 2,61,000 total for 3 years
- Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering lateral entry offered alongside mainstream branches
- Admission purely through TNEA lateral merit rank based on diploma aggregate percentage, with no separate test
VEC BE Lateral Fees 2026
All BE Lateral Entry branches at Velammal Engineering carry a uniform annual fee of INR 87,000, totalling INR 2,61,000 over three years. This is one of the lowest lateral entry fee structures among NAAC A-rated Anna University colleges in Chennai.
| Course | Total Fees (3 Years) |
|---|---|
| BE Lateral Automobile Engineering | INR 2,61,000 |
| BE Lateral Civil Engineering | INR 2,61,000 |
| BE Lateral Computer Science and Engineering | INR 2,61,000 |
| BE Lateral Electrical and Electronics Engineering | INR 2,61,000 |
| BE Lateral Electronics and Communication Engineering | INR 2,61,000 |
| BE Lateral Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering | INR 2,61,000 |
| BE Lateral Mechanical Engineering | INR 2,61,000 |
- INR 87,000 per year across the 3-year programme.
- Tamil Nadu government concessions apply for eligible SC/ST/OBC/MBC students.
- Fees may change, verify with official sources before admission.
VEC BE Lateral Admission 2026
Velammal Engineering BE Lateral Entry admissions for 2026-27 are conducted through TNEA 2026 lateral entry counselling by DTE Tamil Nadu. TNEA 2026 lateral registration closed on 2 June 2026. The lateral entry merit list is expected on 29 June 2026. Management quota lateral entry candidates may apply directly to Velammal Engineering.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| TNEA 2026 Lateral Registration | 3 May to 2 June 2026 |
| TNEA 2026 Lateral Merit List | 29 June 2026 |
| Academic Session Begins | As per Anna University calendar |
- TNEA lateral entry registration and rank tracking at tneaonline.org.
- Management quota lateral candidates apply directly to Velammal Engineering.
- Original diploma certificates required at seat confirmation.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed Diploma in Engineering in a relevant branch from a State Board of Technical Education with minimum 45 percent aggregate.
- B.Sc graduates with Mathematics as a subject may also be eligible for lateral entry to the second year under Anna University norms.
- Tamil Nadu state quota through TNEA 2026 lateral merit. Management quota candidates apply directly to Velammal Engineering.
Admission Process
- Register on tneaonline.org for TNEA 2026 lateral entry quota and obtain lateral merit rank.
- Fill programme preferences including Velammal Engineering BE branch of choice.
- TNEA 2026 lateral merit list expected on 29 June 2026 at tneaonline.org.
- Report with original diploma certificates and pay first-year fee to confirm enrolment.
✓ Opt for this if
- Fee-sensitive diploma holders seeking the lowest-cost lateral BE option in Chennai
- Students targeting Anna University affiliation and placement in the Chennai metro region
- Diploma holders in Electronics and Instrumentation branch looking for a lateral entry college
- Students wanting direct 3rd-semester BE admission at an Ambattur campus location
✗ Skip if
- Students without a relevant Diploma or B.Sc with Mathematics
- Those seeking a pan-India national-brand engineering degree
- Students requiring hostel accommodation close to the Ambattur campus
VEC BE Lateral Scholarships 2026
Velammal Engineering BE Lateral Entry students can access Tamil Nadu government scholarships, Anna University merit schemes, and nationalised bank education loans.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu Govt Scholarship | As per government norms | SC/ST/OBC/MBC candidates |
| Post-Matric Scholarship | As per government norms | SC/ST/OBC candidates |
| Anna University Merit Scholarship | As per AU norms | Top merit performers |
| Education Loan (Nationalised Banks) | As per bank policy | All eligible candidates |
- Tamil Nadu government scholarships for SC, ST, OBC, and MBC candidates.
- Confirm scholarship eligibility with Velammal Engineering admissions office.
VEC BE Lateral FAQs
Ques. Why is the BE Lateral fee at Velammal Engineering much lower than other Chennai colleges?
Ans. Velammal Engineering College charges INR 87,000 per year for BE Lateral Entry, totalling INR 2,61,000 for three years. This fee is set in line with Anna University and AICTE norms for self-financing colleges and reflects Velammal’s fee structure for the 2026-27 session. The same fee applies uniformly across all seven lateral entry branches at the college.
Ques. What is the TNEA lateral entry merit list date and how does rank allotment work at VEC?
Ans. The TNEA 2026 lateral entry merit list is expected on 29 June 2026 at tneaonline.org. Rank is derived from diploma aggregate percentage. Candidates fill branch and college preferences, and seats at Velammal Engineering are allotted based on merit rank, category, and availability. Students should fill preferences for all desired branches to maximise allotment chances.
Ques. Is Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering lateral entry available at Velammal through TNEA?
Ans. Yes, Velammal Engineering offers BE Lateral Entry in Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering under Anna University, which is relatively uncommon among Chennai lateral entry colleges. Diploma holders in Electronics, Instrumentation, or related branches are eligible to apply for this specialization through TNEA 2026 lateral entry counselling.
Ques. Can management quota candidates apply for BE Lateral Entry at Velammal Engineering directly?
Ans. Yes, management quota lateral entry candidates can apply directly to Velammal Engineering College, Ambattur, without going through the TNEA lateral entry process. Candidates should contact the Velammal admissions office with their diploma marksheets and relevant documents. Management quota seats have separate eligibility and fee considerations from the government quota.
Ques. Are lateral entry students at Velammal Engineering eligible for campus placements?
Ans. Yes, BE Lateral Entry graduates at Velammal Engineering are eligible for campus placement drives along with regular BE students. Velammal Engineering’s placement cell connects students with companies recruiting in Chennai and the broader Tamil Nadu region. Graduates target roles in manufacturing, electronics, software services, and core engineering domains.
Ques. What diploma branches qualify for BE Lateral in EEE and ECE at Velammal Engineering?
Ans. For BE Lateral in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, diploma holders in Electrical Engineering or Electrical and Electronics are eligible. For BE Lateral in Electronics and Communication Engineering, diploma holders in Electronics, Communication, or related branches qualify. Minimum 45 percent aggregate in the qualifying diploma is required as per Anna University norms.