B. R. Harne College of Engineering and Technology Thane Polytechnic Civil Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for the 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering at BRHCET, Thane, is INR 1,08,000 for the complete course duration. This covers tuition and all course-related charges under the MSBTE fee structure. The fee is payable as per the annual schedule, and students should confirm the payment plan directly with the college admissions office at the time of joining to avoid any payment delays.

Ans. No entrance exam is required. Admission to the Diploma in Civil Engineering at BRHCET is purely merit-based, with selection determined by SSC (Class 10) aggregate percentage through the DTE Maharashtra Centralised Admission Process (CAP) at poly26.dtemaharashtra.gov.in. Candidates are ranked in a merit list prepared based on their SSC percentage and seats are allotted according to merit rank and the candidate preference order submitted during the CAP process.

Ans. The Diploma in Civil Engineering at BRHCET, Thane, is affiliated to the Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education (MSBTE). The diploma certificate is awarded by MSBTE on successful completion of the 3-year programme. MSBTE prescribes the curriculum, conducts semester examinations, and issues marksheets and certificates for all polytechnic diploma programmes across Maharashtra, and the diploma is recognised across the state for employment and lateral entry admissions.

Ans. Yes. Diploma holders in Civil Engineering are eligible for lateral entry admission directly to the second year of BE Civil Engineering at colleges affiliated to the University of Mumbai. Admission is through the DTE Maharashtra lateral entry CAP process conducted separately for diploma holders. This pathway enables diploma graduates to complete a BE degree in 3 additional years, effectively reducing the total study period compared to the direct BE route.

Ans. Diploma graduates can work as site supervisors, junior civil engineers, draftsmen, estimators, and construction supervisors in building, road, and infrastructure projects across Maharashtra. Government roles at PWD, MSRDC, municipal corporations, and urban local bodies are common pathways for diploma holders. Graduates may also pursue self-employment in construction supervision and project coordination in the growing Thane-Mumbai real estate and infrastructure market.