How to Get Recognition for your Diploma in Engineering in Assam

Are you a diploma holder in engineering from the State Council of Technical Education (SCTE), Assam? If yes, then you might be wondering how your qualification is recognized by other institutions and employers. In this blog post, we will explain the equivalence of diploma in engineering with higher secondary (10+2) and its benefits for your academic and career prospects.

The diploma in engineering is a three-year course that covers various branches of engineering such as civil, mechanical, mining, electrical, computer science, etc. It is offered by polytechnics under the SCTE Assam, which is a statutory body under the Directorate of Technical Education. The diploma course aims to provide practical and industry-oriented skills to the students and prepare them for the workforce.

However, many diploma holders face difficulties in getting admission to higher studies or jobs where the minimum eligibility criterion is higher secondary (10+2). This is because the diploma course is not considered equivalent to higher secondary by some institutions and employers. This creates a disadvantage for the diploma holders who want to pursue further education or career opportunities.

To address this issue, the Government of Assam has given recognition to the equivalence of diploma in engineering with higher secondary (10+2) based on the guidelines of the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). The AICTE is the apex body that regulates and accredits technical education in India. It has established a National Skill Qualification Framework (NSQF) that defines the levels of learning outcomes and competencies for different qualifications. According to the NSQF, class XII is considered as ‘NSQF Level 4’ whereas completion of diploma in engineering branch is considered as ‘NSQF Level 5’. This means that the diploma course has more advanced skills and knowledge than higher secondary.

Therefore, the Government of Assam has given recognition to the following:

a. Equivalency of three-year diploma in engineering awarded by the SCTE Assam to class XII (science) plus one year of undergraduate degree in engineering, which is at NSQF Level 5 and at Unified Credit Level 4.5. This means that a diploma holder can get credit transfer for one year of engineering degree course in any recognized university or institution.

b. Eligibility of diploma holders in engineering under the SCTE Assam to seek admission to second year or third semester of undergraduate engineering programme through lateral entry. This means that a diploma holder can directly join the second year of engineering degree course without appearing for any entrance exam or completing any bridge course.

c. Equivalence of three-year diploma in engineering under the SCTE Assam to class XII (science) pass for seeking admission to any other higher education programme such as B.Sc., BCA, BBA, etc. This means that a diploma holder can apply for any course that requires higher secondary (science) as a prerequisite.

d. Equivalence of three-year diploma in engineering under the SCTE Assam to class XII pass for seeking employment where the minimum qualification is class XII. This means that a diploma holder can apply for any job that requires higher secondary as a basic qualification.

The recognition of equivalence of diploma in engineering with higher secondary (10+2) is a significant step towards enhancing the opportunities and prospects of the diploma holders in Assam. It will also encourage more students to opt for technical education and contribute to the development of skilled manpower in the state. If you are a diploma holder or an aspirant, you should be aware of this recognition and avail its benefits.

Please refer to the document attached for more details.

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  1. Netro Boruah

    Could you also please mention that which of the colleges in Assam or anywhere else in the whole of India, accepts the students and also recognises them as class XII equivalent for getting admission into their B.Sc., BCA, BBA, etc. higher education programs after completing their three-year diploma in engineering under the SCTE Assam. I tried to search and find online and also talked to my friends but nobody knows about the procedure or have any knowledge as to where we can get admitted or which of the universities accepts students passing their polytechnic 3-year engineering diploma for further studies in any bachelor programs other then engineering. I guess this is a big issue and needs a strong verification. I believe there are a lot, a “LOT!” of students who wants to continue further studies in a bachelor’s degree program other then engineering, and I speak on behalf of all the students who wants to pursue a bachelor degree other then engineering after passing out of their 3 year diploma in engineering. Please Please Please take a look into this matter and provide a solution for us. Your kind co-operation will be greatly appreciated.

  2. admin

    Dear Netro Boruah,

    Thank you for reaching out and addressing this crucial concern on behalf of students who have completed their three-year diploma in engineering and are seeking admission into bachelor’s degree programs other than engineering. This is indeed a significant issue, and I completely understand the need for clarification.

    As per UGC regulations, any student who has completed their 10+2 (Class XII) or an equivalent qualification (such as 11+1 ‘A’ level in Senior School Leaving Certificate course) from a recognized university, board, or institution is eligible for admission into undergraduate programs like B.Sc., BCA, and BBA. A three-year diploma in engineering from a recognized polytechnic is also typically considered equivalent to a 10+2 qualification. Therefore, students who have passed the three-year diploma under SCTE, Assam, should be eligible for admission into such programs.

    I would also like to highlight an example where efforts made by Tinsukia Polytechnic resulted in two students from the mining diploma stream gaining admission to the mechanical branch at Dhemaji Polytechnic under the 12+1 equivalence rule. This was done for the first time as an inter-branch transfer, and it shows that recognition of such qualifications is possible when efforts are made.

    Although this rule is applicable to colleges under UGC, the administrative bodies in some institutions may not yet be fully aware of it. However, with the active involvement of concerned individuals like you, I am confident that we will be able to bring more clarity on this issue and make more students aware of their eligibility.

    For your reference, I am attaching a screenshot from Guwahati University that provides information on this rule. With the implementation of the New Education Policy (NEP), we expect such procedures to become even easier and clearer for students in the near future.

    I hope this helps, and we will continue to work towards creating more awareness for eligible candidates.

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