Yes. DCET is compulsory.

Why DCET is needed

BE Evening Colleges admit diploma holders through lateral entry.

For this, you must qualify DCET (Diploma CET) conducted by the state authority.

Step by step process

Complete Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Apply for DCET exam when notification is released

Appear for the DCET exam

DCET result and rank list are published

Attend counselling

Choose BE Evening College and branch based on rank

Document verification and fee payment

Admission confirmed