The Diploma in Engineering (Polytechnic) at Netaji Subhash Engineering College (NSEC), Garia, Kolkata, is a three-year full-time polytechnic programme affiliated to MAKAUT and AICTE-approved, offered in three branches: Diploma in Civil Engineering, Diploma in Computer Science and Engineering, and Diploma in Electrical Engineering. Total fees for all three branches are INR 82,000 for the complete three-year programme. Admission is through JEXPO 2026 (Class 10 route) or VOCLET (lateral entry after 10+2 or ITI), conducted by WBJEEB.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. WBJEEB polytechnic counselling is currently ongoing through July 2026 (Tentative).
Key Points
- Uniform fee of INR 82,000 (3 years) across all three branches; among the lowest for MAKAUT polytechnic programmes in Kolkata.
- Diploma holders qualify for direct lateral entry into B.Tech second year via JELET, conducted by WBJEEB.
- NAAC B+ Grade college with AICTE-approved polytechnic programmes under MAKAUT.
NSEC Kolkata Diploma Fees 2026
All three Diploma branches at NSEC carry the same fee structure for 2026-27. Hostel charges are additional.
| Course | Total Fees (3 Years) |
| Diploma in Civil Engineering | INR 82,000 |
| Diploma in Computer Science and Engineering | INR 82,000 |
| Diploma in Electrical Engineering | INR 82,000 |
- Hostel and transport charges are payable separately.
- Fees are subject to change. Verify with official sources before admission.
NSEC Kolkata Diploma Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| JEXPO 2026 Registration | February to March 2026 |
| JEXPO 2026 Exam | April to May 2026 |
| WBJEEB Polytechnic Counselling | June to July 2026 |
| Diploma Classes Begin | August 2026 |
- JEXPO and VOCLET registrations were conducted via the WBJEEB portal at wbjeeb.nic.in.
- VOCLET applicants must have passed 10+2 with PCM or hold an ITI certificate in a relevant trade.
- Participate in WBJEEB centralised counselling and select NSEC Kolkata as a preference.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- For JEXPO: candidates must have passed Class 10 (Madhyamik or equivalent) from a recognised board with Mathematics and Physical Science as subjects.
- For VOCLET (lateral entry): candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, or hold an ITI certificate in a relevant trade from a recognised institution.
- Minimum age and percentage norms apply as per MAKAUT and WBJEEB regulations.
Admission Process
- Register for JEXPO 2026 (Class 10 route) or VOCLET 2026 (lateral entry) on the WBJEEB portal.
- Appear for the respective entrance exam as scheduled by WBJEEB.
- Register for WBJEEB polytechnic counselling after results are declared.
- Select NSEC Kolkata and the preferred Diploma branch during counselling.
- Download the seat allotment letter and report to NSEC with original documents.
- Pay fees at NSEC to confirm enrolment for 2026-27.
✓ Opt for this if
- Class 10 graduates seeking the most affordable engineering polytechnic in Kolkata.
- Candidates planning to upgrade to B.Tech lateral entry via JELET after Diploma.
- Students from low-income families who need a quick technical qualification.
- Those preferring a government-affiliated MAKAUT polytechnic at an established college.
✗ Skip if
- Students eligible and targeting a direct B.Tech admission through WBJEE.
- Candidates needing managerial-track roles not accessible via a Diploma.
- Those requiring placement support specifically for Diploma-level graduates.
- Students whose goal is PSU engineering roles requiring a full B.E./B.Tech degree.
NSEC Kolkata Diploma Scholarships 2026
Diploma students at NSEC are eligible for West Bengal government and central government scholarships based on category and merit criteria.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
| WB SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship | As per WB government norms | SC/ST students domiciled in West Bengal, apply via oasis.gov.in |
| WB OBC-A/OBC-B Scholarship | As per WB government norms | OBC-A/OBC-B students with prescribed income limit, apply via oasis.gov.in |
| Central Sector Scheme (NSP) | INR 12,000 per year | Top 20 percentile in 10th board, family income below INR 8 LPA |
- WB state scholarships applied through oasis.gov.in each academic year.
- Confirm scholarship eligibility with the NSEC admissions office.
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