Rajiv Gandhi College of Engineering & Polytechnic Ahmednagar Polytechnic Mechanical Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. No separate entrance exam is required for the Diploma Mechanical Engineering programme at RGCOE. Admission is purely merit-based on SSC (10th standard) percentage through the DTE Maharashtra CAP process. Candidates register on the cetcell.mahacet.org portal and a merit list is prepared based on qualifying marks. Seat allotment is done through multiple CAP rounds managed by the State CET Cell.

Ans. The total course fee for the 3-year Diploma Mechanical Engineering 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 Maharashtra Shikshan Shulk Samiti and are subject to periodic revision as per state government norms.

Ans. The Diploma Mechanical Engineering programme at RGCOE is affiliated to the Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education (MSBTE). The MSBTE diploma certificate is widely recognized for employment in manufacturing, construction, and industrial sectors across Maharashtra and India. It also qualifies graduates for direct lateral entry into the second year of BE Mechanical Engineering.

Ans. Candidates must have passed SSC (10th standard) or an equivalent examination from a recognized board with a minimum 35% aggregate marks. A valid Maharashtra domicile certificate is also required for the state CAP process. A higher SSC percentage improves a candidate’s ranking in the DTE Maharashtra merit list and increases the chances of securing a seat at RGCOE.

Ans. Yes. MSBTE Diploma Mechanical Engineering holders from RGCOE are eligible to apply for BE Lateral Entry into the second year of BE Mechanical Engineering or related branches through the DTE Maharashtra DSE CAP process. Candidates must have first class (60% and above) in the diploma and a valid Maharashtra domicile certificate to participate in the lateral entry merit list.

Ans. Yes. Maharashtra government scholarships including the EBC Freeship and OBC/VJNT/SBC Post-Matric Scholarship are available for eligible diploma students at RGCOE. 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 scholarship benefits.