RRCITM Aligarh Diploma IT FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for the Diploma in Information Technology at RRCITM Aligarh?
Ans. The total fee for the 3-year Diploma in Information Technology at RRCITM Aligarh is INR 22,500 for the complete programme. This is a consolidated fee for the full three-year duration. No separate hostel fee is listed in the current fee structure. Students may contact the institute directly for details on instalment or payment schedule options.
Ques. Is JEECUP the only way to get admission to this diploma programme?
Ans. Yes, admission to the Diploma in Information Technology at RRCITM Aligarh is through JEECUP (Joint Entrance Examination Council Uttar Pradesh). The exam was held from May 15 to May 22, 2026, and results were declared on May 30, 2026. Counselling and seat allotment are conducted online at jeecup.admissions.nic.in, and placement in the course depends on the candidate’s JEECUP rank and choice filling.
Ques. What is the minimum qualification needed for this diploma in IT?
Ans. Candidates must have passed the 10th standard (High School) from a recognised board with a minimum aggregate of 35% marks. Science and Mathematics as subjects in 10th are beneficial but not mandatory. There is no upper age limit specified for diploma programmes under the Board of Technical Education Uttar Pradesh (BTEUP) norms.
Ques. Can diploma IT graduates from RRCITM apply for lateral entry B.Tech?
Ans. Yes. Graduates of the 3-year Diploma in Information Technology from a BTEUP-affiliated institute are eligible to apply for lateral entry into the second year of B.Tech programmes in IT or Computer Science Engineering at universities in Uttar Pradesh and many other states. Eligibility requirements may vary by university, and a JEECUP lateral entry examination or university-specific test may be required for counselling.
Ques. Why is the fee for Diploma in IT significantly lower than other diploma programmes at RRCITM?
Ans. The total fee of INR 22,500 for the Diploma in IT at RRCITM Aligarh reflects the fee structure published in the Tier 0 API for this specific course, which may be lower than other engineering diploma programmes at the same institute due to state-regulated fee categorisation. The fee for other diploma branches such as Electronics and Mechanical Engineering is INR 90,450 for the same 3-year duration. Candidates should verify the latest fee structure directly with the institute.
Ques. What scholarships are available for IT diploma students at RRCITM Aligarh?
Ans. Students from SC/ST/OBC and General EWS categories domiciled in Uttar Pradesh can apply for the UP Post-Matric Scholarship via scholarship.up.gov.in. Central government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in are also available. Applications must be submitted annually, both for fresh and renewal categories. An Aadhaar-linked bank account is mandatory for scholarship disbursal to ensure direct benefit transfer.
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