Shri Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj College of Engineering Nepti Polytechnic Computer Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total programme fee for the 3-year Diploma in Computer Engineering at SCOEA Nepti is INR 1,35,000 for the full duration. This figure is as per the latest fee data available. The fee may be revised by DTE Maharashtra or the institution for subsequent academic years. Students should confirm the current fee schedule at the time of admission.

Ans. Admission to the Diploma in Computer Engineering at SCOEA Nepti is through the DTE Maharashtra Polytechnic Centralised Admission Process (CAP). Students register on the DTE portal, submit Class 10 documents, and participate in online counselling. Seat allotment is based on Class 10 percentage. Candidates must report to the college with original documents after accepting the allotted seat.

Ans. Applicants must have passed Class 10 (SSC) from a recognised board with a minimum aggregate of 35%. Mathematics and Science must be among the subjects studied in Class 10. There is no upper age limit for Diploma admission at SCOEA Nepti. Students who have passed Class 10 in the current year are also eligible to apply.

Ans. The Diploma in Computer Engineering at SCOEA Nepti is affiliated to the Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education (MSBTE). MSBTE designs the curriculum, conducts semester examinations, and awards the diploma certificate. The college is AICTE approved and located in Ahmednagar district, Maharashtra. The diploma is recognised across Maharashtra for employment and for admission to the BE Lateral Entry programme.

Ans. Yes. Diploma graduates from MSBTE-affiliated polytechnics including SCOEA Nepti are eligible for Direct Second Year (Lateral Entry) BE admission in Maharashtra. Eligible students can apply through the DTE Maharashtra DSY Engineering CAP to join the second year of a BE programme in Computer Engineering or related branches at AICTE-approved colleges across Maharashtra. A minimum of 50% marks in the diploma is typically required for DSY admission eligibility.

Ans. Students can apply for multiple government scholarships. The Maharashtra EBC Scholarship offers full or partial fee relief to economically backward class students. OBC, VJNT, NT, and SBC students can avail state government scholarships through the mahaeschol.maharashtra.gov.in portal. SC/ST students can apply via scholarships.gov.in. Minority students can access the GOI Post-Matric Scholarship through the National Scholarship Portal. Apply before the notified deadlines each academic year.