The SRM Institute of Science and Technology B.Tech Lateral Entry is a course that enables diploma graduates to receive the name of B.Tech (post completion of diploma), and those who are eligible receive a fast-tracked path to receiving their four-year B.Tech degree by enrolling directly into the second year of the course. This is a three-year intensive course where, after the completion of the diploma course in engineering or any similar course, students can easily pass to the second year and save time whilst receiving extensive technical knowledge and industry experience skills. SRMIST is considered one of the leading universities in India, where this opportunity is offered at its various campuses within Kattankulathur, Ramapuram, Vadapalani, and other campuses.

The SRM B.Tech (Post Completion of Diploma) program will be aimed at filling the difference between the technical training at the diploma level of technical training and high-level engineering training. Students who are enrolling via lateral entry get to be exposed to modern technologies, state-of-the-art facilities, and faculty members who possess not only a high level of academic performance but also a level of industry experience in the classroom. The curriculum is of the same standard as regular B.Tech programs, which means that lateral entry students are provided with the same standard of education and graduate with the same degree value. The program has a focus on outcome-based education (OBE), hands-on learning in laboratories, field internships, and project-based projects that equip the students with real-life engineering challenges.

Impressive rankings and accreditations are also a manifestation of the dedication and excellence that SRMIST has demonstrated. The university has NAAC and UGC gradations of A++ and is a category I university, respectively, of a select group of universities in India. SRMIST has always been rated as one of the leading universities in India. According to the QS World University Rankings 2024, the university was ranked 271-280 in the Asian ranking. 

The BTech Lateral Entry program does offer some specialization, i.e., Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, and many others. This will enable the student to match their studies to their career and emerging needs over time in the technology sector.