Hey Aspirant,

Yes it is possible that you can apply for lateral entry to polytechnic in Tamil Nadu.  You must want to clear the eligibility criteria for Lateral entry to polytechnic in Tamil Nadu.

• Candidate must have a domicile  of Tamil Nadu.
• Qualifying Degree/Exam :- Candidates must have completed a three-year diploma in engineering after class 10th or should hold a B.SC degree completed after 12th.
• Qualifying Marks:- Candidates must score the qualifying marks as per the category mentioned below:-

1. General - 45%
2. BC          - 40%
3. MBC & DNC - 40%
4. SC/SCA/ST - 40%.