Am I eligible for lateral entry in B.Tech after completing 2 years Diploma after 12th through AICTE approved university?

manpreet Best Answer 2 years ago

Yes, you can try for Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology. Their eligibility criteria are: (i) The candidate has passed 10+2 or equivalent examination with at least 60% marks (55% for SC/ST candidates) in aggregate of three subjects, namely, Physics, Mathematics and any one subject out of Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology and Technical Vocational subject OR Minimum 60% (55% for SC/ST candidates) marks in a Diploma recognized by AICTE or a state board of technical education of at least 3-year duration. (ii) The candidate has to secure at least 20% aggregate marks (15% for SC/ST candidates) in JEE (Main)-2018. This clause shall not be applicable for the PGN, GoI, JKM, JK students & N-E students as mentioned at clause 1.3). Or, (i) The candidate has passed 10+2 or equivalent examination with at least 80% marks (75% for SC/ST candidates) in aggregate of three subjects, namely, Physics, Mathematics and any one subject out of Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology and Technical Vocational subject. (ii) The candidate has to secure at least 15% aggregate marks (10% for SC/ST candidates) in JEE (Main)-2018. This clause shall not be applicable for the PGN, GoI, JKM, JK students & N-E students as mentioned at clause 1.3). For more info visit

manpreet 2 years ago

. Their admissions are going on.

manpreet 2 years ago

If you are having a valid Diploma, then you are eligible for lateral entry B.Tech program.