Indo Swiss Training Centre (ISTC), Chandigarh offers a 3-year full-time Diploma in Engineering under CSIR-Central Scientific Instruments Organisation (CSIO), Government of India. Two specialisations are available: Diploma in Electronics Engineering and Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, with 60 seats each. Total fees are INR 60,000 for 3 years. Admission is through the ISTC Entrance Exam 2026.
📋 Admission Status: Applications for ISTC Chandigarh Diploma 2026-27 closed on June 3, 2026. The ISTC Entrance Exam 2026 is scheduled for July 5, 2026 (Sunday). Results will be declared on July 10, 2026 and counselling will be held on July 30 to 31, 2026. Classes are expected to begin from August 3, 2026. Monitor istc.ac.in for updates.
Key Points
- Electronics branch covers PCB design, microprocessors, and instrumentation while Mechanical covers thermodynamics, manufacturing processes, and workshop technology
- Advanced Diploma pathway available after completion: Mechatronics for Electronics graduates and Die and Mould Making for Mechanical graduates at ISTC
- ISTC Diploma holders are eligible for lateral entry into 2nd year B.E. or B.Tech at universities accepting polytechnic diploma holders
ISTC Chandigarh Diploma Fees 2026
Both Diploma in Engineering specialisations at ISTC Chandigarh carry an annual fee of INR 20,000, totalling INR 60,000 for the full 3-year programme. Hostel charges of INR 23,500 per year are payable separately via SBI Collect.
| Course | Total Fees (3 Years) |
|---|
| Diploma in Electronics Engineering / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering | INR 60,000 |
- Annual fee: INR 20,000 per year including tuition and Student Welfare Fund.
- Hostel: INR 23,500 per year, payable separately via SBI Collect.
- Fees is subject to change. Verify at istc.ac.in before taking admission.
ISTC Chandigarh Diploma Admission 2026
Admission is through the ISTC Entrance Exam 2026, a 100-MCQ paper of 100 minutes at Class 10 level. Applications closed on June 3, 2026. The entrance exam will be held on July 5, 2026 with counselling on July 30 to 31, 2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Period | May 1, 2026 to June 3, 2026 (Closed) |
| ISTC Entrance Exam 2026 | July 5, 2026 (Sunday) |
| Result Declaration | July 10, 2026 |
| Counselling and Seat Allotment | July 30 to 31, 2026 |
| Commencement of Classes | August 3, 2026 (expected) |
- Application fee: INR 1,200 for General/OBC/EWS and INR 600 for SC/ST.
- Negative marking: 1/4 per wrong answer in the entrance exam.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed Class 10 from a recognised board with minimum 45 percent marks in English, Mathematics, and Science; SC/ST candidates receive 5 percent relaxation.
- Age: born on or after August 1, 2007 (SC/ST relaxation: born on or after August 1, 2004).
Admission Process
- Register online at istc.ac.in and pay the application fee via SBI Collect.
- Appear for the ISTC Entrance Exam on July 5, 2026 covering Mathematics, Science, Aptitude, English, and General Knowledge at Class 10 level.
- Check results on July 10, 2026 at istc.ac.in.
- Shortlisted candidates attend counselling on July 30 to 31, 2026 with original documents for seat allotment.
- Pay the first-year fee (INR 20,000) and report for classes beginning August 3, 2026.
✓ Opt for this if
- Class 10 passers targeting a low-cost CSIR-backed diploma
- Students in Punjab or Haryana wanting a CSIR-backed credential
- Aspirants targeting electronics technician or mechanical manufacturing roles
- Students planning lateral entry into B.E. or B.Tech later
✗ Skip if
- Candidates needing university-affiliated diploma for central government jobs
- Students aiming for IT or software development careers
- Those wanting B.E. or B.Tech directly after Class 10
ISTC Chandigarh Diploma Scholarships 2026
ISTC Chandigarh Diploma students can apply for government and institutional scholarships after joining. Applications typically open in the first semester after enrolment.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Government Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC) | As per government norms | Income certificate required, apply via CSIR-CSIO scholarship portal after joining |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | As per government norms | Family income below INR 8 lakh, apply via scholarships.gov.in by October |
| ISTC Merit-Based Scholarship | As per ISTC norms | Academic merit, contact ISTC admissions office for details |
- Confirm scholarship eligibility and deadlines at istc.ac.in before applying.
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