Academic programs throughout different universities include lateral entry admissions which stands as a standard admission method for engineering, business administration and applied sciences students and other similar fields. The program enables diploma holders and other qualified students to enroll in their second or third year of studies instead of completing the first year. Through lateral entry students who already possess established knowledge from previous studies can proceed to higher levels of education without requiring them to study basic subjects again.
Engineering students who finish diploma-level studies appropriate to their field can apply for lateral entry programs of BTech or BE when pursuing their undergraduate education. Management candidates who complete diploma studies in management or demonstrate experience can potentially skip the first year and start at the second year of BBA courses. Institutions establish different entry criteria for lateral students who need to satisfy particular requirements that may include grades and relevant academic qualifications.