Lateral entry

As far as I know, Thapar hasn't announced the 2026 lateral entry admission schedule yet. The best option is to keep checking the admissions page regularly because they usually post all updates there first. Applications for 2026 admissions are already open, so the lateral entry notification should come soon.
You can also call the admissions helpline directly. They'll give the latest update much faster than waiting for the website to update. 😄

Candidates need to have minimum 45% marks (40% in case of SC/ ST/ OBCs of Karnataka) taken together in all the subjects of the final year of Diploma in engineering to be eligible for admission through lateral entry at SDM Institute of Technology. Admission is granted through Common Entrance Test (DCET) conducted by the K-CET Cell. Seats are allotted by K-CET Cell through a centralised counseling process.

Candidates need to have minimum 45% marks (40% in case of SC/ ST/ OBCs of Karnataka) taken together in all the subjects of the final year of Diploma in engineering to be eligible for admission through lateral entry at SDM Institute of Technology. Admission is granted through Common Entrance Test (DCET) conducted by the K-CET Cell. Seats are allotted by K-CET Cell through a centralised counseling process.

Candidates need to have minimum 45% marks (40% in case of SC/ ST/ OBCs of Karnataka) taken together in all the subjects of the final year of Diploma in engineering to be eligible for admission through lateral entry at SDM Institute of Technology.

Yes, all BTech courses at GLBITM Greater Noida are open for lateral entry directly into second year. Candidates who have completed a Diploma in Engineering or a BSc with Mathematics as a subject are eligible for lateral entry in BTech courses. Selection of such candidates is based on UPCET.

Yes, CSJMU Kanpur University provides a lateral entry path that allows students to skip the first year of BTech and enter directly into the second year. It is a three-year track, perfect for Diploma holders. Admission for lateral entry is merit-based.  

Innovative College of Pharmacy does offer lateral entry in BPharm course. Candidates must pass DPharm from PCI-approved institute to apply for BPharm (LE). Aspirants must secure at least 45% aggregte (40% aggregate for SC/ ST candidates) in DPharm to apply for lateral entry.

Yes, Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies offer the given belwo scholarship to BTech lateral entry students at Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies:

Yes, ITM SLS Baroda University offers lateral entry in second year of BTech to candidates who have passed minimum 3 years Diploma with at least 45% marks (40% marks for reserved category).