Aravali Institute of Technical Studies Udaipur Polytechnic Mechanical Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The Diploma in Mechanical Engineering at AITS Udaipur covers a wide range of subjects across 6 semesters, including Engineering Drawing, Workshop Technology, Engineering Mathematics, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Machine Design, Manufacturing Processes, Metrology and Quality Control, Industrial Management, and Computer-Aided Design (CAD). The programme balances theoretical knowledge with practical lab sessions and workshop training, ensuring students are industry-ready upon graduation. The curriculum is designed as per BTER (Board of Technical Education Rajasthan) norms.

Ans. The total mandatory tuition fee for the 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering is Rs. 1,05,000 (Rs. 35,000 per year). Optional charges include transportation (Rs. 11,000-21,000/year depending on route) and hostel (Rs. 65,000/year for triple-seated or Rs. 75,000/year for double-seated rooms). For the 2026-27 batch, free bus facility and free uniform are provided to all admitted students. Examination fees, development fees, and other miscellaneous charges are not included in the tuition fee and are charged separately.

Ans. No, there is no entrance exam for Diploma admission at AITS Udaipur or any polytechnic college in Rajasthan. Admission is entirely merit-based on Class 10 board marks. The DTE Rajasthan prepares a common merit list based on Class 10 aggregate percentage, and seat allotment is done through online counselling at hte.rajasthan.gov.in. Students simply need to apply online, fill college and branch preferences, and wait for the merit-based allotment. The application is expected to open in May-June 2026.

Ans. Graduates of Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from AITS (BTER-affiliated) can apply for Junior Engineer (JE) posts in Rajasthan government departments such as Rajasthan PWD, RSEB, and various public sector undertakings. In the private sector, opportunities exist in automobile companies, manufacturing plants, cement industries, marble processing units (Udaipur is a major marble hub), and engineering workshops. Graduates can also pursue apprenticeships under the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) and later upgrade to B.Tech through lateral entry (LEET).

Ans. Yes, ITI pass students with a relevant mechanical trade (such as Fitter, Turner, Machinist, Welder, etc.) can apply for lateral entry directly into the 2nd year of the 3-year Diploma programme, completing the diploma in just 2 years. This is known as the D2D (Diploma to Diploma) or lateral entry scheme. The fee for lateral entry is Rs. 35,000 per year (2 years total = Rs. 70,000). Lateral entry admissions are conducted separately by DTE Rajasthan; check hte.rajasthan.gov.in for the lateral entry admission schedule.

Ans. AITS offers merit-based institutional scholarships exclusively for Rajasthan state students. Boys scoring 85% or above in Class 10 get 70% relaxation on tuition fee, while those scoring 75% or above get 15% relaxation. Girls scoring 80% or above get 70% relaxation, and those scoring 60% or above get 20% relaxation. These scholarships are available only on management/direct quota seats and are renewed annually based on BTER exam performance. Students who fail any subject lose the scholarship for the next session. Additionally, SC/ST/OBC students can apply for Rajasthan government post-matric scholarships via sje.rajasthan.gov.in.