B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering (Lateral Entry) 

at IET Lucknow, Lucknow

AKTU provides the B.Tech degree with 41 different specializations

Duration - four years.

• AKTU takes an entrance exam viz. UPSEE for entry in the B.Tech courses.
• AKTU also approves 20% of aspirants based on JEE Main score as per the State Government criteria.

Eligibility norm -

 Candidates should have finished their 12th standard exam with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with 45% marks or more ( 40% score or more SC/ST) from an identified board.

IET Lucknow cutoff for Round 1 in 2023, the closing ranks for all BTech specialisations ranged between 36086 and 94805. IET Lucknow admission to BTech is based on JEE Main ranks followed by UPTAC Counselling. The most competitive specialisation has been B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence) with a closing rank of 36086, followed by B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering with a 51075 rank for the General category students. For all the specialisations, check the closing ranks for first and the last round in the table below:

Course	Round 1 (Closing Rank)	Last Round (Closing Rank)
B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering	65535	69353
B.Tech.6 in Mechanical Engineering	77548	85792
B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering	51075	51075
B.Tech. in Civil Engineering	83851	93627
B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering	94805	108281
B.Tech.5 in Electronics and Communication Engineering	52802	60212
B.Tech.5 (Mar 2022)- B.Tech. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering	– / –	– / –
B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence)	36086	41176

 

The total tuition fee for IET Lucknow B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering is INR 3.40 Lacs (may vary) Apart from the tuition fee, there is a one-time admission fee of amount INR 5,000 (may vary) and a hostel fee of amount INR 58,000 (may vary) that students are required to pay in addition to the tuition fee.

A JEE Mains score of 260 is considered good for admission to B.Tech in CSE at the Institute of Engineering and Technology AKTU, as it gives a percentile of around 99.2–99.6. This percentile puts candidates in the top for CSE in NITs. Candidates with a rank range of 241–360 have a higher chance of admission to top NITs. 

 

 Both the B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) and B.Tech in Information Technology (IT) programs at the Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET) you can preffer . However, some say that the 2024 batch at IET is not getting good placements. As of March 2024, the highest package for the CSE branch is 12 LPA and the lowest is 1.8 LPA. In 2022, the average package offered to IET Lucknow students was Rs 8.80 Lacs per annum. About 65% of students are placed at AKTU, with the highest package being 19 LPA and the lowest being 3.5 LPA. Companies like Infosys, TCS, and Wipro offer placements

{Source: MCA students & alumni}

Course Curriculum Structuring for MCA at IET Lucknow

Based on the reviews and feedback from students and alumni, here's how the course curriculum is structured for Master of Computer Applications (MCA) at IET Lucknow:

* Industry-readiness: The course curriculum is designed to make students industry-ready, focusing on topics that prepare them for the workload of the industrial world.

* Relevant subjects: The course includes relevant subjects that equip students with necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their careers.

* Teaching methodology: Faculty members use interactive teaching styles, making complex concepts easier to understand, and providing personal attention to each student due to the relatively low student-to-faculty ratio (1:5).

* Practical orientation: The course has a strong emphasis on practical learning, with many opportunities for hands-on experience and project work.

These structural elements aim to provide students with a solid foundation in computer applications, preparing them for successful careers in the IT industry.

Note: The above response is based solely on the provided information and does not include external sources or opinions.

{Source: MCA students & alumni}

Here's a summary of the key points:

Teaching Staff
* Teachers are not at the best level, but some are good at doubt clearance and assignment giving.
* Mostly, teachers have doctoral degrees and are kind and caring towards students' education.

Infrastructure and Facilities
* Infrastructure of the college is good, with labs having Wi-Fi connections and being spacious.
* Hostel rooms can be larger, and there is a dispensary nearby.
* Food is good, with four meals a day, and a canteen is available.
* Sports facilities are limited, but a new sports court is under construction.

Placement Record
* 30% of MCA students get placed on campus, while all others get placed through off-campus placements.
* The lowest package offered is INR3.5 LPA, and the highest is INR7 LPA.
* Top recruiters include TCS, Vector, Scalar, Condensation, and Inventics.

Course Content and Curriculum
* Course is relevant and makes students industry-ready.
* Faculty members are cooperative and help students develop overall.

Student Life
* Students have sufficient time for self-development.
* College life is satisfactory, but hostel life is not up to expectations.

Scholarship Opportunities
* The college provides scholarships, and faculty members work hard to offer them to students.

Overall, while there may be some room for improvement, IET Lucknow seems to offer a good MCA programme with decent placements, infrastructure, and faculty support. However, it's essential to weigh these factors against personal preferences and priorities when deciding whether to pursue the course.

AKTU placements 2023 reports are being released gradually, but the complete statistics are yet to be made public on the official website.

Since the start of the placement season, a total of 7,000 students are registered in the campus placement drive for the year 2023 at the various affiliated colleges under it. The university has maintained a 90% placement record, offering salary packages ranging from Rs 1 Lacs per annum to as high as Rs 20 Lacs per annum. 

For the year 2022, the AKTU the highest placement was Rs 1.13 crore per annum, offered by Amazon.

IET Lucknow Cutoff for the BTech admission is based on JEE Main scores followed by the counselling which was concluded after Round 4. Candidates seeking admission to IET Lucknow can refer to the table given below to check the Last Round closing ranks for BTech specialisations offered by IET Lucknow for the General All India category students:

Course	Last Round (Closing Rank)
B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering	69353
B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering	51075
B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering	60212
B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence)	41176

IET Lucknow offers admission to BTech course round wise and category wise. Candidates with a rank of 4562 can get admission to IET Lucknow based on closing ranks of Round 1 Seat Allotment results. Tabulated below is the closing rank for IET Lucknow Round 1 Seat Allotment results for BTech offered through JEE Main for OBC Category: