Diploma in Engineering (Polytechnic) Distance Education
Diploma in Engineering (Polytechnic) in Distance Education / Correspondence
3 Year / 2 Years Lateral Entry
INR 30K – 50K Per Year
10 / 10+2 in PCM / Two years ITI
10+ Universities are offering this course
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Diploma in Engineering, also known as Polytechnic Distance Education, is a 3-year technical diploma course designed for students who want to start a career in the engineering field. For those with a 12th PCM background or 2-year ITI after 10th, the course is available as a 2-year lateral entry program.
This program offers practical knowledge and skills in various engineering disciplines such as:
Civil Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Automobile Engineering
And more
Students who are unable to join a full-time B.Tech program can first pursue this distance polytechnic course and later take lateral admission into the second year of B.Tech. It’s a great stepping stone for a technical career, especially for 10th-pass students.
Many students and working professionals choose [Diploma in Engineering Distance Education] because:
It helps 10th-pass students start a career in engineering
It provides lateral entry to B.Tech for diploma holders
It is ideal for those who cannot attend regular college due to:
Financial issues
Full-time jobs
Family responsibilities
This makes it a practical option for those who want to gain technical knowledge and improve job opportunities without leaving their home or job.
One of the most searched questions online is:
“Is Polytechnic Diploma through distance education valid?”
❌ The clear answer is: NO
As per UGC-AICTE-DEB guidelines, Diploma in Engineering and other technical courses like B.Tech/BE are NOT valid in distance education mode. Notifications have been issued clearly stating that technical education cannot be pursued through distance learning.
Valid Alternatives to Distance Polytechnic Courses:
Although distance diplomas are not valid, students have approved alternatives such as:
Part-Time Polytechnic Programs
Online Polytechnic Courses (with hands-on training)
Work-Integrated Learning Programs
These are offered by several AICTE-UGC-approved universities in India, and they follow proper academic and industry standards.
Affiliations to check before selecting any University
University Grants Commission (UGC)
Association of Indian Universities (AIU)
All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)
Candidates who are 10th pass are eligible for taking admission into this course.
Candidates who pursued 12th (PCM) or ITI (2 Years) after completing 10th are eligible to get lateral entry in 2nd year of the course directly.
30K – 50K Per Year (As fees varies according to universities)
Career options after Diploma in Engineering Distance Education
Diploma in Engineering course is designed and imparted in such a way that the candidates can take a job immediately after completing this course. This course makes various career options available to the aspirants.
- Aspirants can start a job as Junior Engineer, Assistant Engineer in Engineering Industries.
- Aspirants interested in further education can join B. Tech 2nd year.
- Aspirants are also eligible to join other graduation programs like BBA, BCA, etc.
- There is a huge demand for diploma engineering holders in Gulf countries.
- Diploma engineering candidates are also required, for the role of Junior Engineer, Project Assistant, in various public sector undertakings, like DRDO, ONGC, NTPC, etc.