Solapur Education Society's Polytechnic Lateral Polytechnic Automobile Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for the 2-year Diploma in Automobile Engineering (Lateral Entry) at SES Polytechnic Solapur is INR 1,25,000 for the entire programme. This covers all institutional charges as per the MSBTE-approved fee structure. Fee payment is made at the time of institute reporting after seat allotment through the DTE Maharashtra DSD Centralised Admission Process. Students from reserved categories may apply for state scholarships to offset part of the cost after enrolment is confirmed.

Ans. Candidates who hold an ITI certificate in trades relevant to Automobile Engineering, such as Mechanic Motor Vehicle, Tractor Mechanic, or Diesel Mechanic, from a Government or Government-recognised institution with a minimum of 45% marks are eligible. DTE Maharashtra publishes the exact list of qualifying trades on the DSD portal at dsd26.dtemaharashtra.gov.in. Candidates with 10+2 (HSC) with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics at 45% or above are also eligible.

Ans. DTE Maharashtra conducted up to four CAP rounds for DSD lateral entry admission in the 2026-27 cycle. CAP Round 1 allotment was released on August 4, 2026, and CAP Round 4 allotment was released on August 8, 2026. After each round, candidates must accept the allotment online and report to SES Polytechnic Solapur within the deadline. Spot rounds may follow if seats remain vacant after the fourth round.

Ans. The 2-year MSBTE Diploma in Automobile Engineering equips graduates to work as automobile technicians, service engineers, quality control inspectors, and supervisors in automobile service stations, workshops, and manufacturing units. Graduates can also pursue the Direct Second Year Lateral Entry B.E. in Automobile or Mechanical Engineering through DTE Maharashtra, or appear for government technical services examinations in Maharashtra.

Ans. No separate entrance examination is required for DSD lateral entry admission in Maharashtra. Admission is based entirely on marks secured in the qualifying examination, either HSC with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics or ITI in a relevant trade. DTE Maharashtra prepares a merit list based on these marks and allots seats through the CAP process at dsd26.dtemaharashtra.gov.in.

Ans. Yes. MSBTE diploma holders from the lateral entry Automobile Engineering programme at SES Polytechnic are eligible to apply for Direct Second Year Lateral Entry B.E. or B.Tech in Maharashtra. Candidates must clear MHT-CET or the relevant process as specified by DTE Maharashtra and meet eligibility conditions for the degree programme.