BTech Lateral Entry in Thapar University: Courses, Admission 2026, Fee Structure

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2 mins readUpdated on Sep 9, 2026 13:52 IST
Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology (TIET) offers lateral entry to its BE/BTech course. The selected candidates directly get admission in the second year of the course. Candidates have to meet course eligibility and selection requirements to get into a lateral entry course of TIET Patiala.

Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology (TIET) offers lateral entry to its BE/BTech course. The selected candidates directly get admission in the second year of the course. Candidates have to meet course eligibility and selection requirements to get into a lateral entry course of TIET Patiala. The institute offers BE Lateral Entry across six specialisations. While lateral entry to BTech courses is available in Mechanical Engineering, or more.

Table of contents
  • TIET BE/BTech Lateral Entry Courses
  • TIET BE/BTech BTech Lateral Entry Admission & Application Process 2026
  • TIET BE/BTech BTech Lateral Entry Fees

TIET BE/BTech Lateral Entry Courses

With lateral entry in the course, students directly start with the third semester. The eligible students can get lateral entry into TIET BE/ BTech courses. Mentioned below are a few specialisations in which lateral entry is provided:

  • Chemical Engineering
  • Computer Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electronics & Communication Engineering/ Electronics
  • Mechanical Engineering/ Mechanical Engineering (Production)/ Mechatronics
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Q:   How much is the fee for BTech in Thapar University?
A: 

Thapar University BE/BTech fee range between INR 10.96 Lakh to INR 20.56 Lakh. Given fee range include fee for lateral entry courses as well. The fee mentioned here is the total tuition fee and is taken from an unofficial source. Hence, is indicative. For a detailed Thapar University BTech fee structure, candidates can contact the admission department of the University.

Q:   What is the application process for Thapar University?
A: 

The TIET application process is completely online. Aspirants are required to register through the official website of the institute to apply for any of the courses. Mentioned below is the step-by-step process of the TIET application process:

Step 1: Visit the official website of TIET.

Step 2: Click on “Admission 2025” and register yourself.

Step 3: Fill out the application form by entering the required academic and personal details.

Step 4: Upload a scanned photo of the qualifying exam mark sheet and a passport-size photograph.

Step 5: Pay the application fee online via debit/ credit card or net banking.

Q:   How many seats are there in Thapar University for BE/ BTech lateral entry courses?
A: 

There are ~414 seats in Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology for BE/ BTech lateral entry courses. Candidates are admitted as per sanctioned intake and merit in qualifying exam. The mentioned intake is as per official sources, but is still subject to change. Hence, is indicative.

Q:   What type of questions are asked in JEE Main?
A: 

There are two question types in JEE Main exam. Multiple choice questions and numerical ability questions. In MCQ, every question has 4 options with only 1 correct answer. Select the correct option. In numerical ability question type, no options are there. Solve them and write answer using keyword and mouse.

TIET BE/BTech BTech Lateral Entry Admission & Application Process 2026

Candidates are selected for Thapar University BE/ BTech admissions for lateral entry courses is based on Class 12 and JEE Main scores. For TIET BE eligibility, a valid 3-year or 2-year diploma is required to be passed with a minimum of 60% aggregate (55% for SC/ ST). Students who meet the basic criteria can visit the Thapar admission portal to register and apply.

The step-wise guide to TIET BE/ BTech application form 2026 is as follows:

  • Visit the official website and login.
  • Click on admission portal.
  • Register using mobile number and email ID.
  • Fill out the details.
  • Pay application fee of INR 1,500.
  • Upload documents and submit the form.

Important Documents:

  • Class 10, 12 Graduation mark sheet
  • Diploma certificate
  • National entrance exam score
  • Migration certificate
  • Student Aadhaar Card
  • PAN card Details of Student and Parents
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TIET BE/BTech BTech Lateral Entry Fees

The final step of the admission procedure is to pay Thapar University fees. There are different components included in the fee structure, such as exam fees, medical & insurance charges, and student activity & welfare charges, etc. Mentioned below is TIET Patiala BE (Lateral Entry) fees for a few specialisations:

Course

Total Tuition Fee

BE in Chemical Engineering (Lateral)

INR 10.96 lakh

BE in Mechatronics (Lateral)

INR 10.96 lakh

BE in Computer Engineering (Lateral)

INR 15.42 lakh

BE in CSE (Lateral)

INR 15.42 lakh

NOTE: The given fee information is sources from sanctioning body. It is still subject to revision and hence, is indicative.

TIET Fee Refund Policy 2026

Thapar University (Deemed-to-be) fee refund policy is based on AICTE norms. As per the guidelines, the fee is refunded as per the time of admission withdrawal. Mentioned below are the fee refund details for Thapar University academic fees:

Date of Admission Withdrawal Amount to be Refunded
On or before Jul 20, 2026 Full fee refund after deducting INR 1,000
After Jul 20, 2026 Nil

For TIET hostel and mess fee refund details, check out the TIET Patiala Fee Refund Policy 2026.

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