JNU Jaipur’s lateral entry pathway empowers skilled diploma holders or transfer students to accelerate their careers through quality education and hands-on experience.
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Benefits of a lateral entry

  • Test Exemption: No selection test or examination.
  • Academic Continuity: Skip the first year and directly join the second year of your program, saving time without compromising on quality education.
  • Cost-Effective: Reduces overall tuition cost and living expenses by allowing you to complete your degree faster.
  • Credit Recognition: Your existing diploma or prior academic credits are recognized, ensuring a smooth transition without repeating content.
  • Advanced Curriculum Access: Start learning core and advanced subjects early, giving you a head start in your specialization.
  • Industry-Ready Training: Access to labs, internships, and industry-aligned learning from day one — preparing you for real-world challenges.
  • Placement Support: Early access to the university’s training and placement cell, with strong corporate and industry connections.
  • Modern Campus Life: Enjoy smart classrooms, vibrant campus culture, extracurriculars, and student clubs from your very first semester.
  • Flexible Learning Options: Opportunity to shift into specialized electives, research-driven projects, or global programs offered by JNU.

Eligibility

Lateral entry allows admission to the second year to students who have completed

  • 3-year diploma in Engineering