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Many prestigious universities in India allow straight enrollment in the second year of BTech for diploma holders looking to lateral into the program for the 2024–2025 academic year.  State-level entrance examinations like the AP ECET, TS ECET, JELET, UKSEE, and OJEE, or university-specific tests like the IPU CET for Delhi, are usually used for admission.  Manipal Institute of Technology, Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Technology (Delhi), and other government engineering colleges in states like Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, Haryana, and Odisha are renowned institutions that provide lateral entrance.  Typically, eligibility needs a minimum of 50% on a three-year engineering diploma.  Check the websites of individual colleges for precise dates and processes since application deadlines differ by state and school.

You are not qualified for direct second-year (lateral entry) admission to the BSc IT program because of your 10th, 12th, and direct second-year diploma in civil engineering.  A computer science or information technology diploma is typically required for lateral entrance.  However, if you fulfill the necessary 12th subject and marks standards, you can apply for admission to the first year of the BSc IT program.

In June and July of 2024, the Vipassana Research Institute (VRI) began accepting students for its 2024–2025 distance learning diploma programs in Buddhism, including the "Diploma Course in Buddhist Studies – Vipassana Theory & Practice" offered in partnership with Mumbai University.  The course started on July 27, 2024, and is still going strong.  You should visit the official VRI website in June or July 2025 for any updates about admissions for the upcoming cycle (2025–2026).

Yes, if you have earned a 12th grade diploma in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) from an accredited board, you can immediately be admitted to the second year (lateral entrance) of a two-year computing diploma.  In India, a large number of polytechnic and diploma schools enable 12th grade (PCM) graduates to enroll immediately in the second year of the diploma program in computer science engineering through lateral entry.

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• You cannot take direct admission to the 2nd year of a Computer Science diploma course based on passing 12th standard only. Admission to the 2nd year (lateral entry) of an engineering diploma, like Computer Science, is generally given to students passing an ITI (Industrial Training Institute) diploma in a specific trade after passing 10th or 12th class, not just after passing 12th class.
• If you have qualified 12th (PCM or applicable subjects), you can take direct admission for the 1st year of the Computer Science Engineering diploma at most colleges either on merit basis or by sitting in entrance tests. For direct 2nd year admission via lateral entry, you will generally need to possess an ITI or equivalent certification, not necessarily 12th standard.

Conclusion

• After 12th (without ITI), you can take admission in the 1st year of Computer Science diploma.
• Direct lateral entry to 2nd year is usually allowed only for ITI students, not for 12th pass students.

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Yes, you can get admission into a part-time BE/B.Tech in Civil Engineering in 2025 once you've completed your 10th, 11th, 12th, and diploma in Civil Engineering (completed in 2002).

Eligibility :

Diploma in Engineering:

You must have completed a 3-year diploma in Civil Engineering from a known institution. Your 2002 diploma qualifies you to apply.

Minimum Score:

Most universities require a minimum of 45–50% aggregate marks in your diploma (relaxation for reserved categories).

Work Experience:

Some universities (like Usha Martin University) may require one year of work experience for working professionals, but this is not mandatory everywhere.

Age Limit:

There is generally no upper age limit for part-time BE/B.Tech courses.

Admission Process

Application:

Fill up the online application form provided on the university's website, upload the documents (diploma certificate, mark sheets, ID proof, etc.) and remit the application fee.

Entrance Exam:

• An entrance exam for lateral entry is conducted by a few universities or states, while others provide direct admission through diploma marks.
• You shall be given direct admission into the second year (third semester) of the BE/B.Tech course, and therefore the course period is normally 3 years instead of 4.

Course Structure

1. Part-time BE/B.Tech courses are solely designed for working professionals or diploma holders who want to upgrade their qualifications without leaving their employment.
2. Classes are usually held in the evenings or on weekends.
3. The course focuses on the basics of advanced civil engineering concepts, practicalities, and industrial applications.

Pointers

• You are eligible for part-time BE/B.Tech Civil Engineering in 2025 from your diploma of 2002, assuming you qualify on minimum marks.
• Direct second year entry (lateral entry) saves you a year.
• Check individual university criteria regarding work experience or entrance exams.

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