Hello Im Dhruv, Im from Rajkot, Gujarat currently studying in Diploma after my 10th and Im trying to find colleges for diploma to degree (lateral entry) admission in Bangalore or Pune

Hi there,

If you are looking to move from a diploma (after 10th) to a degree like B.Tech through lateral entry, there are recognized options for this pathway.

Lateral entry allows you to join directly in the second year of a B.Tech programme after completing a diploma in engineering. This route is popular as it helps diploma students save a year of study.

To be eligible, you generally need a three-year diploma in engineering from a recognized institution. Most colleges admit students based on their diploma marks or through state-level lateral entry counselling. The key requirement is that your diploma and subject background meet the college’s criteria.

In Pune, several private engineering colleges accept diploma holders directly into the second year, usually based on diploma performance. In Bangalore, lateral entry options are also available, but admission procedures may vary depending on the college and state regulations. It is important to check eligibility and application details with the specific colleges you are interested in.

Feel free to reach out if you have any other queries, wishing you all the best.