Adarsh Institute of Technology and Research Centre Sangli Polytechnic Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. After completing the three-year Diploma in AI ML from AITRC (MSBTE affiliated), graduates can work as junior data analysts, AI tool operators, IT support technicians, and data entry professionals. Many diploma holders use MSBTE lateral entry to join the third semester of B.E. AI ML at AITRC or another DBATU college, completing the engineering degree in a total of five years from Class 10.

Ans. No entrance exam is required. Admission to the Diploma in AI ML at AITRC is purely merit-based on Class 10 (SSC) percentage. DTE Maharashtra prepares a merit list and allots seats through the Polytechnic CAP at poly26.dtemaharashtra.gov.in. Students with 35% or more in Class 10 (no minimum for SC and ST candidates) are eligible to apply for this programme.

Ans. The total three-year programme fee for Diploma AI ML at AITRC Vita is INR 2,55,240. EBC open-category students can avail the Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Scholarship covering 50% of annual tuition. OBC, SC, and ST students may receive full tuition coverage through separate Maharashtra government schemes. All applications are submitted via mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in after admission confirmation.

Ans. Yes. MSBTE Diploma holders in AI ML or a related engineering discipline are eligible for lateral entry into the second year of B.E. AI ML at AITRC through DBATU’s lateral entry process via DTE Maharashtra CAP. Since AITRC offers both the Diploma and B.E. AI ML, students can complete both on the same campus and earn the DBATU engineering degree in five years from Class 10.

Ans. Yes. All Diploma programmes at AITRC are affiliated with the Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education (MSBTE) and approved by AICTE. AITRC is also a NAAC-accredited autonomous polytechnic. The MSBTE diploma is recognized by employers throughout Maharashtra and qualifies holders for lateral entry into DBATU-affiliated B.E. programmes and for Maharashtra government technical service posts.

Ans. AITRC Vita’s 15-acre campus in Vita, Sangli district, provides separate hostel accommodation for boys and girls, covering both Polytechnic and B.E. students. Hostel charges are not included in the INR 2,55,240 diploma fee and are payable separately. Campus facilities include a canteen, sports ground, gymnasium, and digital library. Vita is connected to Sangli and Kolhapur by regular public bus services.