Are you a student who has just passed your 10th (SSC) and is looking to kickstart a career in engineering or architecture? The Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Maharashtra, has officially released the Diploma Admission Notice 2025-26 for first-year full-time diploma courses in Engineering and Technology/Architecture. Here’s everything you need to know about the admission process, eligibility, key dates, and application modes.
Maharashtra Polytechnic Diploma Admissions 2025-26
This admission is for students who have completed their 10th Std./SSC and want to enroll in three-year full-time diploma programs in Engineering, Technology, or Architecture offered by:
- Government & Government-Aided Colleges
- University Managed Institutes
- Private Unaided Institutions in Maharashtra
Polytechnic Diploma Admissions 2025-26: Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, a candidate must:
- Be an Indian National
- Have passed 10th Std./SSC or equivalent examination with at least 35% aggregate marks
- For CBSE/ICSE students: Must convert grades into equivalent marks
- For other state candidates: Eligible for Institutional Quota only
Important Dates to Remember
| Activity | Start Date | Last Date |
|---|---|---|
| Online Registration & Document Upload | 20 May 2025 | 16 June 2025 |
| Document Verification (e-Scrutiny/Physical) | 20 May 2025 | 16 June 2025 |
| Provisional Merit List Display | 18 June 2025 | |
| Grievance Submission | 19 June 2025 | 21 June 2025 |
| Final Merit List Display | 23 June 2025 |
Maharashtra Polytechnic Diploma Admissions 2025-26: Documents List
Mandatory documents for all categories:
- 10th/SSC Mark Sheet
- School Leaving Certificate
- Nationality Certificate
- Domicile Certificate (for Maharashtra State candidates)
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport-size Photographs
- Receipt/Screenshot of Application Fee Payment
Category-Specific Documents (If Applicable)
- Caste Certificate: For candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC, VJ/DT-NT(A), NT(B), NT(C), NT(D), SBC, SEBC categories.
- Non-Creamy Layer Certificate: Applicable to OBC, VJ/DT-NT(A), NT(B), NT(C), NT(D), SBC, SEBC categories Valid up to 31 March 2026
- Income Certificate (2024–25): Required for candidates applying under OBC, VJ/DT-NT(A), NT(B), NT(C), NT(D), SBC, EWS, and TFWS categories. Valid up to 31 March 2026
- EWS Certificate: For candidates applying under the Economically Weaker Section quota.
- Disability Certificate: For candidates with physical disabilities (minimum 40% disability).
- Défense Service Certificate: For candidates applying under the defence
Diploma Application Process: Two Convenient Modes
1. E-Scrutiny Mode (Online Only)
- Register and upload documents from anywhere
- Application verified online by the Facilitation Center (FC)
- No physical visit required
2. Physical Scrutiny Mode
- Register online and book a slot at the nearest FC
- Visit FC for document verification and confirmation
- Free IT facilities are available at FC
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General (Maharashtra/Other States/J&K & Ladakh) | ₹400 |
| Reserved Category (Maharashtra only) | ₹300 |
Payment via Credit/Debit Card, UPI, or Net Banking only.
How to apply?
- Visit: https://poly25.dtemaharashtra.gov.in
- Or download the mobile app “DTE-Diploma Admission” from the Android/iOS Store
- Fill out your application form, upload documents, and pay the fee
Remember that:
- Failure to confirm the application = disqualification
- Reserved category candidates must submit valid Non-Creamy Layer or EWS Certificates (if applicable)
- Documents must be original and valid
- Admission to the institutional quota or against CAP seats requires separate applications from the institutes.
Conclusion
This is a golden opportunity for 10th pass students in Maharashtra to pursue technical education and build a successful career. With online and offline verification modes, applying for a diploma has never been easier.
