Vishveshwarya Technical Campus Sangli Lateral Polytechnic Civil Engineering: Fees 2027, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total course fee for the Diploma in Civil Engineering through lateral entry at VTC Sangli is INR 12,200 for the complete 2-year programme, making it one of the most affordable technical diploma options in the Sangli district. Hostel accommodation is available separately for boys and girls at INR 15,000 per year and is not included in the total course fee. No additional tuition fee is applicable beyond this stated amount for the 2026-27 admission cycle.

Ans. Candidates holding an ITI certificate in a relevant civil or construction trade from a recognised board are eligible for lateral entry into the 2nd year of the Diploma in Civil Engineering at VTC Sangli. Admission is governed by MSBTE norms and is merit-based on ITI qualifying examination marks. No separate entrance examination is required. Candidates must complete document verification through the DTE Maharashtra lateral entry admission portal as part of the CAP process.

Ans. Admission follows the DTE Maharashtra CAP process for lateral entry Diploma seats. Candidates register on the official DTE portal, submit ITI marksheets for document verification, and are ranked on a provisional merit list based on ITI marks. They then participate in CAP counselling rounds, fill an option form with preferred colleges and courses, and receive a seat allotment. Final admission is confirmed by reporting to VTC Sangli and paying the prescribed course fee within the stipulated time frame.

Ans. The Diploma in Civil Engineering through lateral entry at VTC Sangli is a 2-year full-time programme affiliated to MSBTE. Lateral entry students join directly into the second year of the standard 3-year MSBTE Diploma course. On successful completion, candidates receive the MSBTE Diploma in Civil Engineering certificate, recognised for employment in construction, infrastructure, and government PWD projects across Maharashtra and India.

Ans. Yes. After completing the Diploma in Civil Engineering from VTC Sangli or any MSBTE-recognised institution, eligible students can apply for BE Lateral (Direct Second Year Engineering) admission through the DTE Maharashtra DSE CAP process. A first class (60% and above) in the Diploma is generally required. VTC Sangli also offers BE Lateral in Civil Engineering on the same campus, providing a direct academic progression path for diploma graduates seeking a degree qualification.