Academy of Technology (AOT), Hooghly is a MAKAUT-affiliated, AICTE-approved engineering institution in Adisaptagram, Hooghly, West Bengal, established in 2001 and accredited NAAC Grade A. It ranks 467 in Collegedunia's 2025 India Engineering Colleges list and 31st among engineering colleges in West Bengal. The Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning) is a four-year full-time programme covering artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning, and data science. Total programme fees are ₹469,200.
Academy of Technology (AOT), Hooghly accepts applications for the B.Tech 2026-27 session through WBJEE 2026 (West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination), which was held on May 24, 2026. Results were declared by WBJEEB; counselling and seat allotment are expected in August 2026 (tentative).
Key Points
- Four-year full-time B.Tech CSE AI&ML at Academy of Technology (AOT), Hooghly; MAKAUT affiliated; AICTE approved; NAAC A
- Total fees: ₹469,200 (Year 1: ₹157,200; Years 2-4: ₹104,000 per year)
- Curriculum: programming and data structures, machine learning and deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, reinforcement learning, big data analytics, cloud AI services, Python and R for data science, AI ethics and responsible AI, and project and industrial training
- Admission via WBJEE 2026 (held May 24, 2026) counselled by WBJEEB; JEE Main state rank also considered
- Career paths: AI and ML engineering, data science and analytics, NLP and computer vision product roles, AI research and development, government AI initiatives and defence technology (DRDO, ISRO), and postgraduate studies (M.Tech in AI/ML or MS in Data Science)
Academy of Technology (AOT), Hooghly B.Tech CSE AI&ML Fees
B.Tech CSE AI&ML Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Year 1 | ₹157,200 |
| Year 2 | ₹104,000 |
| Year 3 | ₹104,000 |
| Year 4 | ₹104,000 |
| Total Fees (4-year B.Tech programme) | ₹469,200 |
- Total fees of ₹469,200 cover all four years of the B.Tech programme at Academy of Technology (AOT), Hooghly; fees are subject to revision by MAKAUT and the college for 2026-27.
- Hostel charges (₹38,000 per year, as published) are applicable separately and are not included in the Total Fees above.
Academy of Technology (AOT), Hooghly B.Tech CSE AI&ML Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| WBJEE 2026 Exam | May 24, 2026 |
| WBJEE 2026 Result | August 1, 2026 (Tentative) |
| WBJEEB Counselling / Seat Allotment | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Classes Commence | August to September 2026 (Tentative) |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| WBJEE 2026 | April 8, 2026 | May 24, 2026 | August 1, 2026 (Tentative) |
| JEE Main 2026 (Session 2) | February 25, 2026 | April 2 to 9, 2026 | April 20, 2026 |
- Admission to B.Tech at AOT Hooghly is through WBJEEB counselling based on WBJEE 2026 rank; JEE Main state rank is also considered for certain seats.
- Candidates must register for WBJEEB counselling via the official portal (wbjeeb.nic.in) once the schedule is announced; choice-filling and seat-locking deadlines must be observed.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed 10+2 (Class 12) or equivalent from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects.
- A minimum aggregate of 45% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics combined is required (40% for SC/ST/OBC-A/OBC-B/PwD candidates).
- A valid WBJEE 2026 rank (or JEE Main 2026 state rank for applicable seats) issued by WBJEEB is mandatory.
Admission Process
- Obtain a valid WBJEE 2026 rank from WBJEEB; candidates with JEE Main 2026 state rank may also be eligible for certain quota seats.
- Register for WBJEEB counselling once the schedule is notified at wbjeeb.nic.in (August 2026, tentative).
- Fill institute and branch choices online; include AOT Hooghly and the preferred B.Tech branch in your choice list.
- After seat allotment at Academy of Technology (AOT), Hooghly, report for document verification with original 10+2 mark sheets, WBJEE rank card, and identity proof.
- Pay the first-year fee (₹157,200) at the college accounts office within the deadline to confirm enrolment.
Academy of Technology (AOT), Hooghly B.Tech CSE AI&ML Scholarships 2026
B.Tech CSE AI&ML Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| SVMCM (Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship) | As per state norms | WB domicile students; family income below ₹2.5 Lakhs p.a.; merit-based |
| Oasis Portal Scholarship (WB SC/ST/OBC) | Fee reimbursement | WB domicile SC/ST/OBC students; apply on oasis.gov.in |
| Central Sector Scholarship | As per government norms | Merit-cum-means; family income below ₹4.5 Lakhs p.a. |
| NSP Pre/Post-Matric Scholarship | As per NSP norms | Various categories via National Scholarship Portal; apply at scholarships.gov.in |
- Scholarship eligibility and amounts are subject to revision by respective state and central government authorities for 2026-27.
- West Bengal domicile students should apply on the SVMCM portal (svmcm.wbhed.gov.in) and Oasis portal (oasis.gov.in) within the prescribed deadlines.
- Students must apply on the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) for central government scholarships within the notified deadlines.
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