Admission Open 2025-26 | Diploma Mechanical Engineering (Lateral Entry)

Offered under the Faculty of Engineering & Applied Sciences, the Diploma Mechanical Engineering lateral entry is a focused two-year course. You can directly join the second year of the diploma program. Compared to the conventional three-year road, this accelerated path enables you to finish your studies more quickly and obtain your qualification sooner.

This is one of the popular Engineering courses lateral entry. You will gain a deep knowledge in different areas of Mechanical Engineering. The course is designed to impart both theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for careers in the very broad fields of mechanical engineering and mechanical engineering technology.

The strength of our university lies in the engineering education with inputs from industry relevant curricula, good faculty and adequate exposure to practical work. We are more focused on innovation, research and skilled education, where students are being groomed for today’s competitive job market. It definitely is one of the best for you to choose when it comes to where to study engineering.

If you are willing to apply for the Diploma Mechanical Engineering lateral entry, then you need to fulfil certain eligibility criteria, which help us select the right students for the course.

The following is the eligibility criteria –

• If you have completed ITI or a 1-year/2-year certificate course from any recognised board or council, you are eligible for Engineering Diploma lateral entry admission.

• Fast-Track Your Education and Career – Diploma Mechanical Engineering lateral entry, you don’t need to start at the beginning and over its save a year for you and make you to join second year directly thereby decreasing your travels and the money you spend.
• Recognition of Prior Learning – The Mechanical Engineering Diploma’s lateral entry builds on your existing technical knowledge and skills, making your educational experience more relevant and focused.
• Practical, Industry-Focused Training – We focus the curriculum on practical skills learning in workshops, labs and group projects.
• Enhanced Career Opportunities – Students can pursue diverse roles in industries such as manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, and energy.
• Cost-Effective – Once you are accepted directly into the 2nd year of a diploma you can finish sooner, which has the potential to cost less for going after your education and career.

A Diploma lateral entry courses will create a way to various employment opportunities in multiple and almost all of the industry sectors. This is for aspirants who have passed ITI or a 1-year/2-year certificate course and also want to hasten their technical education by learning basic skills and start working on the shop floor.

• Mechanical Technician/Engineer – Work at manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, and energy facilities to oversee, install, maintain, and repair machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Production Supervisor/Engineer – Supervise production lines and quality standards and control other team members in a factory or industrial premises.
• Quality Control Engineer/Inspector – Oversee and uphold product excellence, inspect, and establish quality policies across a number of industries.
• Automotive Engineer – Join automotive companies in roles involving vehicle design, manufacturing, or maintenance.
• CAD Technician/Design Engineer – Employ CAD software to generate product drawings and aid in product development.
• Maintenance Engineer – Work to maintain machines, devices and equipment in manufacturing plants or other industrial sites, and troubleshoot any mechanical issues that arise.

You will receive strong placement support when you take admission in Diploma Mechanical Engineering lateral entry course. Our dedicated placement cell actively works to enhance your employability through career guidance, resume building, and interview preparation workshops. With strong industry connections, you will have access to excellent job opportunities.

You will benefit from our track record of placements with reputed organizations across sectors. Our placement cell also facilitates campus recruitment drives, career counselling sessions, and skill development programs to ensure you are well prepared for the job market. TATA Group, Larsen & Toubro, The Godrej Group, Ashok Leyland, Mahindra & Mahindra, Siemens, DRDO, and BHEL are some of the major recruiters.

The Diploma lateral entry admission process ensures that deserving candidates can easily apply and begin their educational journey. The first step is to apply for the course. This process includes filling out an online application, uploading the necessary documents, and paying an application fee.

You need to visit the official website: https://www.umu.ac.in/ if you choose the online way to apply for lateral entry to Diploma in Mechanical Engineering. On the website, you need to fill out the application form, upload the necessary documents, and pay the application fee online. But if you choose the offline way, you need to collect the application form from the university, fill it out, and send it via registered post or courier along with Xerox copies of the necessary documents and DD of the application fee.

Your qualifying exam score will determine your selection. You will receive an offer of admission if you are accepted. You must finish the joining procedures and pay the fees on time after receiving the offer in order to be admitted to the Diploma program through lateral entry.