Theem College of Engineering Palghar Polytechnic Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for the 3-year Diploma in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning at TCOE is INR 1,10,883 under the Management quota. This works out to INR 36,961 per year. Students from SC, ST, OBC, VJNT, SBC, and EBC categories may be eligible for government scholarships through the Mahadbt portal, which can significantly reduce the effective fee amount paid each year.

Ans. Candidates must have passed SSC (Class 10) or an equivalent examination from a recognised board with a minimum of 35% aggregate marks. Reserved category students have no minimum percentage requirement as per DTE Maharashtra norms. No entrance examination is conducted. Admission is based entirely on SSC merit through the DTE Maharashtra First Year Diploma CAP process.

Ans. Yes, the Diploma in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning at TCOE, Palghar, is affiliated to MSBTE (Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education) and is approved by AICTE. The programme follows MSBTE’s prescribed curriculum and examination pattern for the AI and Machine Learning diploma stream. MSBTE diplomas are widely recognised across Maharashtra and India for further studies and employment.

Ans. Yes, holders of an MSBTE-affiliated diploma are eligible to apply for direct lateral entry into the Second Year of a Bachelor of Engineering programme through DTE Maharashtra’s Direct Second Year Engineering (DSE) CAP. TCOE itself offers BE programmes in relevant branches. Lateral entry saves one year compared to the regular 4-year BE route, making the diploma a time-efficient first step for students planning an engineering degree later.

Ans. Admission is through the DTE Maharashtra First Year Diploma CAP (FYD CAP). Candidates must register on the CET Cell portal, submit required documents, fill college and branch preferences, and receive seat allotment based on SSC merit and category reservation. No separate entrance test is conducted. After allotment, candidates must report to TCOE with all original documents to confirm the seat and complete the admission formalities.

Ans. After completing the 3-year Diploma in AIML from TCOE, students can seek entry-level roles in data annotation, ML model support, IT services, and technology operations. The diploma also qualifies students for lateral entry into BE programmes in Computer Engineering, IT, or AI and Machine Learning. Alternatively, students may pursue MSBTE’s higher diploma or certificate courses to deepen their technical skills before entering the job market.