Can I apply for AMIE Computer Science & Engg.

[visualcpp]

I am a Diploma holder in Electrical and Electronics engineering (done in 1990). I am now in IT industry (with around 9 years of experience) with MCA (Done through correspondence) qualification.

I am thinking about switching to teaching (with M.E/M.Tech qualification based on my MCA) for an engineering institution. But I heard that as per AICTE norms, those with M.E/M.Tech should have obtained the same from engineering U.G degree (B.E/B.Tech). To address this I am thinking about doing AMIE (Comp.Sc & Engg) first and then to proceed for M.E/M.Tech.

Kindly suggest me the better ways to proceed further.
How much money (fees) would be needed to spend for AMIE studies?
What is the minimum time to (in years) for AMIE studies?

Alternatively you may please send your reply to my mail id (visualcpp at sify.com)

Thanks in advance.