Lateral entry test means when it is conducted?
Lateral Entry programme offers the admission direct into the second year of B.tech programme, You must have completed a diploma in your respective branch to be eligible for the lateral entry program. There are many state level & University level Entrance Exam for Lateral Entry programme.
Diploma holders can also apply for JEE Main Entrance Exam to be eligible for JEE Advance as they can get admission in IITs only for the programme, They are not eligible for JEE Main Admission.
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