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This process of getting direct admission into the second year after diploma is known as lateral entry. On a general note, there is no as such lateral entry into Bachelors of Arts after passing a diploma. The lateral entry is mainly provided in professional courses. For examples, candidate who have completed his/her diploma in engineering can get admission into second year of b.tech in the respective branch. Similarly, D.Pharma candidates can get into B.Pharmacy lateral entry. There is no as such lateral entry after diploma provided in BA Course.