Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

United Group of Institutions (UGI), Allahabad offers the Diploma in Mechanical Engineering {Lateral} as a 2-year full-time programme at United College of Engineering & Research (UCER), affiliated to the Board of Technical Education, Uttar Pradesh (BTEUP) and approved by AICTE. This lateral entry diploma programme is designed for candidates who have passed Class 10 with ITI (Industrial Training Institute) certification in a relevant trade, allowing them to directly enter the second year of the 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering. The total course fee for the 2-year lateral programme is Rs. 1,02,000. Admission is through JEECUP (Joint Entrance Examination Council Uttar Pradesh) counselling. The programme covers core mechanical engineering topics including manufacturing processes, machine design, thermodynamics, and workshop technology, preparing students for roles in manufacturing, maintenance, and production industries.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session are expected to open from January 2026 onwards. JEECUP 2026 registration is open from January 15 to April 30, 2026, with the exam scheduled for May 15-22, 2026. Candidates should monitor the official JEECUP portal for exact counselling dates.

Key Points

Lateral entry directly into 2nd year of Diploma in Mechanical Engineering for ITI pass candidates
Offered at United College of Engineering & Research (UCER) under UGI Allahabad
Affiliated to BTEUP (Board of Technical Education, Uttar Pradesh); AICTE approved
Admission through JEECUP counselling
Shorter route to a diploma qualification for ITI-trained candidates
Two installment-based fee payment system per academic year

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Scholarships
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FAQs

UGI Diploma Mechanical Engg {Lateral} Fees

The total fee for the Diploma in Mechanical Engineering {Lateral} programme at UGI Allahabad for the 2-year duration (Session 2026-27 onwards) is Rs. 1,02,000. The annual fee includes tuition, university dues, and other annual dues, along with book bank charges. A one-time caution money deposit is applicable in the first year. Fees are payable in two installments each year.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount
Tuition Fee, University Dues & Other Annual Dues (per year)	Rs. 47,500
Book Bank (per year)	Rs. 2,000
Caution Money - Refundable (one-time, 1st year)	Rs. 3,000
Year 1 Total	Rs. 52,500
Year 2 Total	Rs. 49,500
Total Fees (2 Years)	Rs. 1,02,000
Hostel Fee - 2-Seater Non-AC (per year, optional)	Rs. 86,000 + Rs. 3,000 registration (one-time)
Hostel Fee - 3-Seater Non-AC (per year, optional)	Rs. 71,000 + Rs. 3,000 registration (one-time)

Caution Money of Rs. 3,000 is refundable at the time of leaving the institution.
Fees are payable in two installments: 1st installment at the time of admission (Rs. 30,000), 2nd installment by 31st October of the respective year (Rs. 22,500 in Year 1; Rs. 19,500 in Year 2).
Hostel is optional and not included in Total Fees above.
AC electricity charges for AC rooms are payable as per actual consumption (quarterly).

UGI Diploma Mechanical Engg {Lateral} Admission 2026

Admission to the Diploma in Mechanical Engineering {Lateral} programme at UGI Allahabad is conducted through JEECUP (Joint Entrance Examination Council Uttar Pradesh) counselling. Candidates who have passed Class 10 along with ITI (Industrial Training Institute) in a relevant trade (Mechanical/Fitter/Turner/Machinist etc.) are eligible for lateral entry into the 2nd year of the diploma programme. For 2026-27, the JEECUP exam is scheduled for May 15-22, 2026.

UGI Allahabad Diploma Lateral Admission Dates

Event	Date
JEECUP 2026 Registration Start	January 15, 2026
JEECUP 2026 Registration End	April 30, 2026
JEECUP 2026 Exam	May 15 - 22, 2026
JEECUP 2026 Result	June 2026 (tentative)
JEECUP Counselling & Seat Allotment	June - July 2026 (tentative)
Physical Reporting at UGI	As per JEECUP allotment letter
Batch Commencement	July - August 2026 (tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed Class 10 (High School) from a recognized board with a minimum of 35% marks.
Candidates must have completed ITI (Industrial Training Institute) in a relevant trade (Mechanical/Fitter/Turner/Machinist/Welder or related) from a recognized institution.
Candidates must be Indian nationals and domiciled in Uttar Pradesh for state quota seats.

Admission Process

Register for JEECUP 2026 on the official JEECUP portal and pay the application fee.
Appear in the JEECUP 2026 examination (Group K for lateral entry diploma).
Check JEECUP result and participate in online counselling.
Fill in college and course choices during JEECUP counselling.
Check seat allotment result and pay seat confirmation fee.
Report physically to UGI Allahabad with original documents within the stipulated date.
Pay the first installment of course fees at the time of admission.

UGI Diploma Mechanical Engg {Lateral} Scholarships 2026

Students enrolled in the Diploma in Mechanical Engineering {Lateral} at UGI Allahabad can avail government scholarship schemes. The UP Post-Matric Scholarship is available for SC/ST/OBC students, providing significant fee relief. UGI's sibling fee relaxation and course upgradation fee relaxation policies are also applicable for eligible students.

Scholarship Schemes

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount / Benefit
UP Post-Matric Scholarship (State Government)	SC/ST/OBC/General (EWS) students domiciled in UP; family income criteria apply	Tuition fee reimbursement (up to full tuition fee for SC/ST)
NSP - Pre-Matric / Post-Matric Scholarship (Government of India)	SC/ST/OBC students; family income criteria apply	As per scheme norms
UGI Sibling Fee Relaxation	Real sibling currently studying at UGI	Rs. 10,000 relaxation on tuition fee (for fee up to Rs. 60,000)
UGI Course Upgradation Fee Relaxation	Students upgrading from ITI/Diploma to higher course within UGI	Rs. 10,000 relaxation (for tuition fee up to Rs. 60,000)

UP Post-Matric Scholarship applications are typically accepted from July to October each year on the official UP Scholarship portal (scholarship.up.gov.in).
NSP scholarships are applied for on the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
Only one institutional scholarship/relaxation scheme can be availed at a time; the higher-value scheme takes priority.
Continuation of institutional scholarships requires maintaining a minimum SGPA of 7.5 with no backlogs.
Fee relaxation, once discontinued, will not be reinstated.

UGI Allahabad Lateral Polytechnic Mechanical Engineering Ranking

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#73 out of 170 in India 2023

#9th in Uttar Pradesh

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UGI Diploma Mechanical Engg {Lateral} FAQs

Ques. Which ITI trades are eligible for lateral entry into Diploma in Mechanical Engineering at UGI?

Ans. Candidates with ITI in trades such as Fitter, Turner, Machinist, Welder, Sheet Metal Worker, Mechanic (Motor Vehicle), and other mechanical-related trades are generally eligible for lateral entry into Diploma in Mechanical Engineering. The exact list of eligible trades is specified by BTEUP/JEECUP each year. Candidates should verify their trade eligibility on the official JEECUP portal.

Ques. What is the duration of Diploma in Mechanical Engineering {Lateral} at UGI?

Ans. The lateral entry diploma is a 2-year programme. ITI pass candidates are admitted directly into the 2nd year of the 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, completing the diploma in 2 years instead of 3.

Ques. After completing Diploma in Mechanical Engineering {Lateral} from UGI, can I apply for B.Tech Lateral?

Ans. Yes. After completing the Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a BTEUP-recognized institution like UGI, you are eligible to apply for B.Tech {Lateral} (Mechanical Engineering) through UPTAC counselling. This allows you to further upgrade your qualification to a full B.Tech degree in 3 years.

Ques. Is the Diploma in Mechanical Engineering {Lateral} from UGI recognized for government jobs?

Ans. Yes. The diploma from UGI is affiliated to BTEUP and approved by AICTE. It is recognized for government sector jobs in Uttar Pradesh and other states, including Junior Engineer (JE) posts in PWD, UPPCL, Railways, and other government departments.

Ques. What is the difference between the regular Diploma in Mechanical Engineering and the Lateral Diploma at UGI?

Ans. The regular Diploma in Mechanical Engineering is a 3-year programme for Class 10 pass candidates. The Lateral Diploma is a 2-year programme specifically for ITI pass candidates who directly enter the 2nd year. Both lead to the same BTEUP diploma certificate. The lateral route is faster for ITI-trained candidates.

Ques. Can I get hostel accommodation at UGI for the Diploma Lateral programme?

Ans. Yes, UGI provides hostel facilities for all students including diploma students. Hostel fee for a 2-seater non-AC room is Rs. 86,000 per year (plus Rs. 3,000 one-time registration), and for a 3-seater non-AC room it is Rs. 71,000 per year. Hostel is optional and not included in the course fee.