Latthe Education Society's Polytechnic Sangli Polytechnic Mechanical Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Yes. The Diploma in Mechanical Engineering at LESP Sangli is AICTE-approved and affiliated to MSBTE (Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education). The programme follows the MSBTE curriculum and the diploma awarded is recognised by the Maharashtra government for public and private sector employment as well as for lateral entry into B.Tech or B.E. programmes.

Ans. The total fee for the 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering at LESP Sangli is INR 1,71,582 for the full programme. SC/ST/OBC/VJNT and EBC category students can substantially reduce the net cost by applying for Maharashtra state scholarships through the MahaDBT portal or the NSP portal for central government scholarships.

Ans. Admission is through the DTE Maharashtra CAP (Centralised Admission Process) for post-SSC diploma programmes. Applications are submitted at poly26.dtemaharashtra.gov.in, and DTE prepares a merit list based on SSC percentage. Seats are allotted across multiple CAP rounds, after which students confirm their seat by paying fees online and report to LESP for document verification and enrollment.

Ans. Yes. Graduates of the MSBTE Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from LESP are eligible for lateral entry into the second year of B.Tech or B.E. in Mechanical Engineering at Maharashtra engineering colleges. Lateral entry admissions are conducted through DTE Maharashtra’s CAP lateral process. A strong academic performance in the diploma programme improves lateral entry allotment prospects.

Ans. Diploma holders in Mechanical Engineering can work as junior engineers, production supervisors, machine operators, and quality control technicians in manufacturing units, auto component factories, fabrication shops, and engineering service firms. The Sangli-Kolhapur industrial belt and Pune’s auto and manufacturing corridor offer direct employment options for MSBTE diploma graduates from this region.

Ans. Students must bring original SSC marksheet, SSC leaving certificate, domicile certificate, caste certificate if applicable, CAP allotment letter, income certificate for scholarship applicants, and passport-size photographs. The fee payment confirmation receipt is also required. Students should verify the complete document checklist with the LESP admission office before their reporting date to avoid any issues during enrollment.