Vidarbha Institute of Technology Nagpur BE {Lateral} Mechanical Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total programme fee for the 3-year BE Lateral Entry (Direct Second Year) in Mechanical Engineering at Vidarbha Institute of Technology, Nagpur is INR 2,93,500 for the full duration. This figure is as per the latest available fee data. The fee may be revised by RTM Nagpur University or the institution for subsequent academic years. Students should confirm the current fee at the time of admission.

Ans. Applicants must hold a 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant branch from an AICTE-approved polytechnic with minimum 50% aggregate marks (45% for OBC/PwD categories). The diploma branch must match the BE branch applied for as per DTE Maharashtra DSE norms. Candidates must also satisfy Maharashtra domicile conditions or institutional quota eligibility as applicable.

Ans. Admission is through the DTE Maharashtra Direct Second Year Engineering (DSE) CAP. Candidates register on the DTE portal, submit diploma marksheets and supporting documents, get verification done at a Facilitation Centre, and fill institute preferences during the option submission window. Seats are allotted based on diploma aggregate merit. After allotment, candidates must report to VIT Nagpur and pay the fee to confirm admission.

Ans. The BE Lateral Entry (Direct Second Year Engineering) programme at VIT Nagpur is 3 years in duration. Students enter directly at the second year (third semester) of the 4-year BE programme, skipping the first year. They complete Semesters 3 through 8 over 3 academic years and graduate with a Bachelor of Engineering degree from RTM Nagpur University.

Ans. The BE programme at Vidarbha Institute of Technology, Nagpur is affiliated to Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj (RTM) Nagpur University. The college is AICTE approved and holds NAAC Grade B++ accreditation. RTM Nagpur University conducts the semester examinations and awards the BE degree. The university’s Nagpur jurisdiction makes the degree widely recognised across the Vidarbha region and Maharashtra for employment and higher studies.

Ans. Students can apply for Maharashtra government scholarships. The EBC Scholarship offers full or partial fee relief for economically backward class students via mahaeschol.maharashtra.gov.in. OBC/VJNT/NT/SBC students apply for state category scholarships. SC/ST students apply via scholarships.gov.in. Minority students access the GOI Post-Matric Scholarship through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in. Apply before the notified deadline each year.