Who Can Apply?

In order to be eligible, students need to possess a diploma in mechanical engineering or an equivalent program in an institution that is recognized by AICTE and 45% aggregate marks (40% in the case of reserved categories).

Yes, it is advised that the students join numerous technical clubs and societies associated with mechanical engineering to network, acquire new skills, and involve themselves in university competitions. 

Kalinga University offers students to attend foreign conferences and exchange programmes which offer an international outlook on the practice of mechanical engineering. 

Students who enroll in the Kalinga University through the lateral entry program have a duration of 3 years.

The Kalinga B.Tech Mechanical Engineering lateral entry program provides core courses in the Engineering branch of Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Machine Design, Manufacturing Process, Heat Transfer, and Dynamics of Machinery.

The number of elective courses students can pursue is certainly high, such as Robotics and Automation, Renewable Energy Systems, Advanced Manufacturing Techniques and Mechatronics.

No, there will not be an option of a major project in the final year, which involves planning and application of B.Tech. Mechanical engineering (lateral entry) solution to a real-life problem.

Yes, it has obligatory internships in the program, and they present the students with real-life knowledge in the field and are arranged with manufacturing companies and engineering consultants.

The state-of-the-art laboratories equipped with the current machines and equipment, as well as the libraries and other facilitie,s can be used in the university to facilitate learning and research among the students.