Rai University Ahmedabad
B.Tech (Lateral Entry) – Information Technology
(FSD | AI & ML | Cloud Computing | Quality Assurance)
Offered by Rai University
About the Course
The B.Tech (Lateral Entry) in Information Technology at Rai University is designed for Diploma holders who wish to directly enter the second year of the B.Tech program. The course provides advanced technical knowledge in IT systems along with future-ready specializations such as Full Stack Development, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Cloud Computing, and Quality Assurance.
The program emphasizes hands-on learning, industry-oriented projects, modern IT infrastructure, and real-world problem solving, enabling students to build scalable applications, manage cloud platforms, ensure software quality, and work with intelligent systems.
Course Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Course Name | B.Tech (Lateral Entry) – Information Technology |
| Specializations | Full Stack Development / AI & ML / Cloud Computing / Quality Assurance |
| Degree | Bachelor of Technology |
| Level | Undergraduate (Lateral Entry) |
| Duration | 3 Years (6 Semesters) |
| Entry Point | Direct admission to 2nd Year |
| Mode of Study | Full-Time |
| School | Rai School of Engineering |
| Awarding Body | Rai University, Ahmedabad |
| Admission Basis | ACPC / University norms |
Eligibility Criteria
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Diploma in IT / Computer / relevant engineering branch |
| Minimum Marks | As per ACPC / University norms |
| Admission Mode | Lateral Entry (D2D) |
Fee Structure
(Exact as per provided fee sheet)
| Fee Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Form Fee (One Time) | ₹600 |
| ERP Fee (Per Semester) | ₹500 |
| Tuition Fee (Per Semester) | ₹33,500 |
| Examination Fee (Per Semester) | ₹2,500 |
| Caution Money (Refundable) | Nil |
| Registration Fee (One Time) | As per ACPC |
Fee Summary (Indicative)
| Particular | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Tuition Fee (6 Semesters) | ₹2,01,000 |
| Total ERP Fee | ₹3,000 |
| Total Examination Fee | ₹15,000 |
| One-Time Form Fee | ₹600 |
Hostel, mess, transport and other charges (if applicable) are extra.
Specialization-Wise Curriculum Focus
🔹 Full Stack Development
| Focus Areas |
|---|
| Programming (C, C++, Java, Python) |
| Front-End: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React |
| Back-End: Node.js / Java / Python |
| Databases & APIs |
| Software Engineering & Projects |
🔹 Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
| Focus Areas |
|---|
| Python Programming |
| Machine Learning Techniques |
| Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals |
| Data Science & Analytics |
| Intelligent Systems & Projects |
🔹 Cloud Computing
| Focus Areas |
|---|
| Cloud Architecture |
| Virtualization |
| AWS / Azure / Cloud Platforms |
| DevOps Basics |
| Cloud Security & Deployment |
🔹 Quality Assurance
| Focus Areas |
|---|
| Software Testing Fundamentals |
| Manual & Automation Testing |
| Quality Assurance Processes |
| Test Management Tools |
| Software Quality Standards |
Career Opportunities
Graduates can pursue roles such as:
| Career Roles |
|---|
| Software Engineer |
| Full Stack Developer |
| Cloud Engineer |
| AI / ML Engineer |
| QA Engineer / Test Analyst |
| DevOps Engineer (Entry Level) |
| IT Analyst |
| Startup Founder / Entrepreneur |
Top Recruiter Domains
(Representative – varies by specialization & year)
| Recruiter Sectors |
|---|
| IT & Software Companies |
| Cloud & SaaS Organizations |
| AI & Data Analytics Firms |
| Software Testing & QA Companies |
| Consulting & Technology Services |
| Startups & Product-Based Companies |
Why Choose B.Tech (Lateral Entry) IT at Rai University?
| Key Advantages |
|---|
| Direct entry to 2nd year for diploma holders |
| Multiple future-ready specializations |
| Industry-oriented IT curriculum |
| Strong practical & project focus |
| Modern labs & cloud infrastructure |
| Internship & placement support |
| Experienced faculty & mentoring |
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