SHEAT Lateral Polytechnic Automobile Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Yes, this is a full-time, on-campus programme conducted at the SHEAT College of Polytechnic campus in Varanasi. Students are required to attend regular classes, practical sessions, and workshops on campus. The lateral entry route allows eligible students to directly join the second year of the 3-year Diploma programme, effectively completing the diploma in 2 years instead of 3. There is no distance or online mode for this course.

Ans. The regular Diploma in Automobile Engineering is a 3-year programme open to students who have passed Class 10 (SSC). The Lateral Entry (Group K under JEECUP) is a 2-year programme for students who have already completed 10+2 with relevant science/vocational subjects or Class 10 + 2-year ITI in a related trade. Lateral entry students join directly in the second year, skipping the first year. The fee structure and curriculum from the second year onwards are the same for both categories.

Ans. JEECUP (UPJEE Polytechnic) Group K is the primary route for admission to lateral entry diploma programmes in UP, including at SHEAT. However, if seats remain vacant after counselling rounds, institutions may fill them through direct admission based on merit. It is strongly recommended to appear for JEECUP 2026 to maximise your chances. The JEECUP 2026 application is open until 30 April 2026 at jeecup.admissions.nic.in.

Ans. After completing this diploma, students can work as automobile technicians, service engineers, or workshop supervisors in automobile dealerships, service centres, and manufacturing companies. They can also join companies like Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, Hero MotoCorp, and Bajaj Auto in technical roles. Additionally, diploma holders are eligible for lateral entry into the second year of B.Tech (Mechanical Engineering - Automobile) programmes, allowing them to upgrade their qualification further. Government sector opportunities include roles in state transport corporations and defence vehicle maintenance units.

Ans. As per JEECUP Group K eligibility norms, candidates who have passed Class 10 and completed a 2-year ITI in trades such as Fitter, Machinist, Turner, Mechanic (Motor Vehicle), Mechanic (Diesel), Tractor Mechanic, or other relevant mechanical/automobile trades are eligible for lateral entry into the Diploma in Automobile Engineering. The specific list of eligible ITI trades is published in the JEECUP Information Brochure available at jeecup.admissions.nic.in.

Ans. Yes, SHEAT provides separate hostel facilities for boys and girls on its 100-acre campus. The hostel fee is Rs. 80,000 per year, which is optional and not included in the mandatory course fee. Students who do not wish to stay in the hostel can commute using the college transport facility, which costs Rs. 18,000 per year for distances up to 10 km and Rs. 23,000 per year for distances beyond 10 km. Hostel accommodation is subject to availability, so students are advised to confirm and book early at the time of admission.