Who designs the curriculum for diploma courses?

The curriculum for diploma courses is designed by Maharashtra State Board of technical Education (MSBTE) in consultation with academic and industry experts

What is the procedure for diploma admissions?

The Admission Regulating Authority , Maharashtra State, will release a notification in all the major newspapers, as well as in the website www.dtemaharashtra.gov.in , immediately after publication of SSC, Maharashtra Board results. The schedule for diploma admissions to various Government Polytechnics as well as Unaided Polytechnics will be clearly mentioned in it. The candidate has to obtain an application kit containing user ID and password, from the identified centers (called Facilitation Centers) and apply online on the website. Detailed counselling regarding the complete admission process will be available in all Facilitation Centers.

Can anyone get diploma admission after HSC?

After HSC (Science /Vocational /Technical ), one can opt for direct admission to the second year of diploma. Moreover, candidates with class 10th + 2 years ITI /MCVC (Minimum Competency and Vocational Courses)with appropriate trade also get direct admission in diploma second year.

What is a 6 year course offered at Vidyalankar Polytechnic?

Vidyalankar Polytechnic offers a 6 year course of diploma + B.S. In this program, students after class 10th studies 3 year diploma and 3 year Bachelor of Science. The first three year of the program is provided in India and the rest of the course is studied at University of South California,USA.

Does diploma education helps in the overall development of students?

Yes, students are encouraged to participate in various technical events like project exhibitions, paper presentations, quiz, etc. Apart from these technical events, students also can participate in various sports events (like IEDSSA) which groom their overall personality. Socio-cultural events are also conducted at the institute level which helps them to develop a sense of responsibility.

What is the pattern of examination in Diploma Courses?

At the end of each semester, MSBTE conducts a theory exam of 70 marks for most of the subjects (approximately 4 -5 subjects for semester). There will be an internal assessment (done by the subject teacher) of 30 marks, which includes two class tests & micro-projects.