Siliguri Institute of Technology Darjeeling Lateral Polytechnic Mechanical Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Lateral Entry at SIT Siliguri is INR 54,000 for the two-year programme, payable as INR 27,000 per year. Hostel and other charges are payable separately. Candidates should confirm the current fee structure with SIT admissions before joining, as fees are subject to revision.

Ans. SIT Siliguri admits candidates through VOCLET (Vocational and Lateral Entry Test), conducted by WBSCTE (West Bengal State Council of Technical Education). VOCLET is the centralised lateral entry test for polytechnic programmes in West Bengal and is open to candidates with ITI certificates or 10+2 (PCM). Admission is through the VOCLET counselling process managed by WBSCTE.

Ans. Candidates with an ITI certificate in a relevant trade from a recognised institution, or those who have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with at least 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories), are eligible. Lateral entry is directly into the second year of the three-year Diploma programme at SIT Siliguri, with two years of study remaining.

Ans. The Diploma in Mechanical Engineering at SIT Siliguri is affiliated to WBSCTE (West Bengal State Council of Technical Education) and is AICTE-approved. WBSCTE is the statutory body governing polytechnic and diploma-level technical education in West Bengal. The diploma certificate is recognised across the state for employment and higher study purposes.

Ans. The Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Lateral Entry at SIT Siliguri is a two-year programme. Lateral entry students join directly into the second year (third semester) of the three-year diploma programme, bypassing the first year. The remaining two years cover advanced topics in manufacturing, design, thermal engineering, and workshop practice.

Ans. Diploma graduates in Mechanical Engineering from SIT can work as draughtsman, machinist, manufacturing technician, plant maintenance technician, quality control inspector, and junior engineer in manufacturing and engineering sectors across North Bengal and beyond. Many graduates also pursue B.Tech Lateral Entry through JELET for a degree qualification and improved career prospects.

Ans. Yes, Diploma in Mechanical Engineering holders from SIT Siliguri can appear in JELET (Joint Entrance for Lateral Entry Technology) conducted by WBJEEB and pursue B.Tech Lateral Entry in Mechanical Engineering or related branches at MAKAUT-affiliated engineering colleges in West Bengal, including SIT Siliguri itself. Minimum 45% aggregate in the diploma is required to be eligible for JELET.

Ans. Diploma students at SIT Siliguri can apply for WB SC/ST post-matric scholarships and OBC-A/OBC-B scholarships through oasis.gov.in, and the Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship through svmcm.wbhed.gov.in for eligible West Bengal domicile students. These scholarships significantly reduce the cost of education for deserving students.