Rajiv Gandhi College of Engineering & Polytechnic Ahmednagar Lateral Polytechnic Electronics & Tele Communication Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Candidates must hold an ITI certificate in a relevant trade such as Electronics or Telecommunications from a government-recognized institute. Admission is based entirely on ITI marks through the DTE Maharashtra DSE CAP process. A valid Maharashtra domicile certificate is also required. Candidates who have already completed a full diploma programme are not eligible to apply for the lateral entry track.

Ans. The total course fee for the 2-year Diploma Lateral programme at RGCOE is INR 57,500 for the entire duration. Hostel accommodation is available on campus at additional charges. Fees are regulated by the Shikshan Shulk Samiti, Government of Maharashtra and are subject to annual revision as per state norms.

Ans. The Diploma Lateral programme at RGCOE is affiliated to the Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education (MSBTE). The diploma certificate awarded on completion is an MSBTE-recognized credential that is accepted for employment in government and private sector technical roles across Maharashtra and is also recognized for admission to degree-level lateral entry seats.

Ans. No separate entrance exam is required. Selection for Diploma Lateral seats is based entirely on ITI marks. Candidates register through the cetcell.mahacet.org portal, and a merit list is prepared by the DTE Maharashtra. Seats are allotted through multiple CAP rounds. Candidates must register within the notified window and complete document verification to be included in the merit list.

Ans. Required documents typically include the ITI trade certificate, ITI mark sheets for all semesters, SSC pass certificate, transfer certificate, character certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), income certificate, and Maharashtra domicile certificate. All documents must be uploaded on the CAP portal and verified at a designated Facilitation Centre before seat allotment is finalized.

Ans. Yes. Maharashtra government scholarships including the EBC Freeship and OBC/VJNT/SBC Post-Matric Scholarship are available for eligible students. Applications are submitted through the MahaDBT portal at mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in. Students must be domiciled in Maharashtra and meet the income and category criteria prescribed by the state government to avail these benefits.