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The Diploma in Mechanical Engineering {Lateral} at Panipat Institute of Engineering and Technology (PIET), Panipat is a 2-year full-time lateral entry polytechnic programme approved by AICTE and affiliated to the Haryana State Board of Technical Education (HSBTE). This programme is designed for candidates who have already completed an ITI (minimum 2 years), 10+2 with PCM, or a 10+2 vocational course, allowing them to directly enter the 2nd year of the Diploma in Mechanical Engineering and complete the programme in 2 years instead of 3. The annual fee is Rs. 70,000, making the total programme cost Rs. 1,40,000 for the 2-year duration. Admission is conducted through the HSTES Lateral Entry (LEET) counselling by the Haryana State Technical Education Society, with a very limited sanctioned intake of 9 seats. The course is offered in full-time, on-campus mode and is a popular pathway for ITI-qualified candidates looking to upgrade their credentials and improve career prospects in the mechanical engineering sector.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session are now closed, with the session having commenced in September 2026. For the upcoming 2027-28 session, HSTES is expected to open LEET registrations tentatively from early June 2027. Students are advised to regularly check the official HSTES website (hstes.org.in) for updated schedules and notifications.

Key Points

The Lateral Entry Diploma is a 2-year programme that allows ITI/10+2 PCM holders to skip the 1st year of the regular 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
Seat intake is very limited at only 9 seats, making competition relatively higher despite the small pool of applicants.
PIET is accredited with NAAC A+ Grade and is one of the leading private polytechnic/engineering institutes in Haryana.
The programme is approved by AICTE and affiliated to HSBTE, Panchkula.
75% of seats are filled through HSTES LEET counselling; 25% are management quota seats filled at the institute level.
Successful completion of this lateral diploma makes students eligible for lateral entry (LEET) into the 2nd year of B.Tech Mechanical Engineering.
Transport facility is available from multiple locations across Haryana and Delhi-NCR.

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PIET Diploma Mechanical Engg {Lateral} Fees

The Diploma in Mechanical Engineering {Lateral} at PIET Panipat carries an annual fee of Rs. 70,000 (2026-27), resulting in a total programme cost of Rs. 1,40,000 for the 2-year duration. The fee is split equally across two semesters, with Rs. 35,000 payable at the start of each semester. Hostel facility is optional and available on a first-come, first-served basis at additional cost.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Per Year (Rs.)	Total (2 Years) (Rs.)
Tuition Fee	55,000	1,10,000
Other Charges (Development, Exam, etc.)	15,000	30,000
Total Tuition + Other Charges	70,000	1,40,000

Hostel Fees (Optional, Per Year)

Room Type	Standard Room (Rs.)	AC Room (Rs.)
Four Sharing	80,000	90,000
Three Sharing	90,000	1,05,000
Two Sharing	1,10,000	1,40,000

Hostel is not mandatory.
It is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
For girls hostel, an additional fee of Rs. 8,000 per year is charged for rooms with attached bathroom.
Hostel charges are subject to change each academic year.
Fee can be paid via Cash, Demand Draft, Cheque, or Online transfer.
A one-time registration fee of Rs. 1,000 is payable at the time of admission (non-refundable).
Transport charges (if availed) range from Rs. 13,500 to Rs. 47,000 per year depending on the pick-up location.
Tuition fee waivers of 10% to 20% are available for meritorious students based on qualifying exam percentage.

PIET Diploma Mechanical Engg {Lateral} Admission 2026

Admissions to the Diploma in Mechanical Engineering {Lateral} at PIET Panipat are conducted through the HSTES Lateral Entry (LEET) counselling for 75% of seats, while the remaining 25% are filled through institute-level management quota counselling. The admission process is merit-based on the qualifying examination marks (ITI/10+2 PCM), with no separate entrance exam required. Given the very limited intake of 9 seats, candidates are advised to register early and keep track of HSTES notifications. For the 2027-28 session, HSTES LEET registrations are expected to open tentatively in early June 2027.

PIET Diploma Lateral Entry Admission Key Dates

Event	Date (Tentative)
Online Brochure Available at hstes.org.in	Late May 2027
Online Registration Opens (HSTES LEET Portal)	June 4, 2027
Online Registration Closes	July 1, 2027
Document Verification at Designated Centres	June 4 - July 2, 2027
Inter-se Merit Result Declaration	July 4, 2027
1st Counselling - Choice Filling and Locking	July 7-10, 2027
1st Counselling - Seat Allotment	July 11, 2027
Physical Reporting at Allotted Institute (1st Round)	July 14-16, 2027
2nd Counselling - Choice Filling and Locking	July 18-22, 2027
2nd Counselling - Seat Allotment	July 23, 2027
Physical Reporting at Allotted Institute (2nd Round)	July 24-29, 2027
Institute-Level Manual Counselling (Vacant Seats)	August 2027 onwards
Session Start / Final Cut-off Date	September 15, 2027

Relevant Exam/Event Dates

Exam/Event	Details	Date (Tentative)
HSTES Diploma LEET Counselling Registration	Online registration at techadmissionshry.gov.in	June 4 - July 1, 2027
HSTES LEET Merit Result	Inter-se merit based on ITI/10+2 PCM marks	July 4, 2027
ITI/10+2 Board Results	Qualifying exam results	May 2027 (Tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have completed an ITI of at least 2 years duration in a relevant trade from a recognised institution, OR passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) from a recognised board, OR completed 10+2 vocational course in a relevant stream.
Minimum marks required: 45% aggregate in the qualifying examination (40% for SC/ST category candidates).
Candidates are admitted directly to the 2nd year (3rd semester) of the Diploma in Mechanical Engineering programme.

Admission Process

Register online on the HSTES portal at techadmissionshry.gov.in and pay the registration fee (Rs. 1,000 for General; Rs. 700 for reserved categories).
Get documents verified at a designated verification centre within the stipulated dates.
Inter-se merit is prepared based on qualifying exam marks (ITI/10+2 PCM) after online verification.
Participate in online choice filling and locking of preferred institutes on the HSTES portal.
Seat allotment is done based on merit rank and choices filled.
Report physically to the allotted institute with original documents and pay the admission fee within the reporting dates.
Candidates not allotted seats in HSTES rounds may apply for institute-level manual counselling for vacant/management quota seats directly at PIET.
25% management quota seats are filled by PIET at the institute level on the basis of qualifying exam merit.

PIET Diploma Mechanical Engg {Lateral} Scholarships

PIET Panipat offers a comprehensive range of institutional scholarships applicable to all programmes including the Diploma in Mechanical Engineering {Lateral}. The scholarships cover merit, sports, defence, and special categories, and are primarily in the form of tuition fee waivers ranging from 10% to 100%. Students from economically weaker sections can also benefit from the government-mandated Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) scheme as per AICTE norms.

Scholarship Schemes

Scholarship / Scheme	Eligibility Criteria	Tuition Fee Waiver
Academic Merit Scholarship (Qualifying Exam)	Above 90% in qualifying exam	20%
Academic Merit Scholarship (Qualifying Exam)	85% - 90% in qualifying exam	10%
PIET Quest Scholarship (Quiz Competition)	1st Position in Final Round	100%
PIET Quest Scholarship (Quiz Competition)	2nd Position	50%
PIET Quest Scholarship (Quiz Competition)	3rd Position	25%
PIET Quest Scholarship (Quiz Competition)	4th, 5th, 6th Position	10%
Sports Achievement Scholarship	International Level Winner	35%
Sports Achievement Scholarship	National Level Winner	20%
Sports Achievement Scholarship	State Level Winner	10%
Leadership Scholarship	Head Boy/Girl	20%
Leadership Scholarship	House Captain	10%
Defence Personnel Scholarship	Wards of Defence Martyrs	100%
Defence Personnel Scholarship	Wards of War Disabled/Injured	50%
Defence Personnel Scholarship	Wards of Serving/Retired Defence Personnel	10%
Single Parent/Fatherless Child	Fatherless/Single Parent Child	20%
Only Girl Child Scholarship	Only girl child in the family	20%
Udayan Shalini Fellowship (Girls only)	As per Udayan Care Foundation norms	Rs. 20,000 to full tuition fee
PIET Staff Ward Scholarship	Children of PIET staff (min. 2 years service)	50%
PIET Staff Blood Relation Scholarship	Blood relations of PIET staff	10%
Special Financial Assistance	Based on financial need (committee decision)	Up to Rs. 10,000
Haryana Domicile Scholarship	Students with Haryana domicile	Rs. 1,000 per year
Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) Scheme	As per AICTE/HSTES norms (EWS category)	As per government norms

A student eligible for more than one scholarship must choose only one institutional scholarship.
However, an external scholarship from a foundation/trust can be availed simultaneously.
Scholarships are subject to eligibility verification and approval by the institute.
Any scholarship obtained through misrepresentation of facts will be withdrawn.
The PIET Super-30 Batch offers 35% exemption on tuition fee and development charges for selected students based on extracurricular achievements, Olympiad performance, and leadership qualities.
Government scholarships (SC/BC/EWS post-matric scholarships from Haryana government) are also applicable for eligible students.

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PIET Diploma Mechanical Engg {Lateral} FAQs

Ques. What is the difference between the regular Diploma in Mechanical Engineering and the Lateral Entry Diploma at PIET?

Ans. The regular Diploma in Mechanical Engineering is a 3-year programme open to Class 10 pass candidates. The Lateral Entry Diploma is a 2-year programme for candidates who have already completed an ITI (2 years), 10+2 with PCM, or a 10+2 vocational course. Lateral entry students are admitted directly to the 2nd year (3rd semester) of the diploma, saving one year of study. The annual fee is the same (Rs. 70,000/year) for both programmes.

Ques. How many seats are available in the Diploma in Mechanical Engineering {Lateral} at PIET Panipat?

Ans. The sanctioned seat intake for the Lateral Entry Diploma in Mechanical Engineering at PIET is only 9 seats. Of these, 75% (approximately 7 seats) are filled through HSTES LEET counselling and 25% (approximately 2 seats) are management quota seats filled at the institute level. Given the very limited intake, candidates are advised to register early and keep track of HSTES notifications.

Ques. Can an ITI graduate in a non-mechanical trade apply for the Lateral Entry Diploma in Mechanical Engineering at PIET?

Ans. As per HSTES norms, the ITI qualification must be in a relevant trade related to mechanical engineering. Candidates with ITI in trades such as Fitter, Turner, Machinist, Welder, Sheet Metal Worker, and similar mechanical trades are generally eligible. Candidates with ITI in unrelated trades may not be eligible. It is advisable to check the HSTES Diploma Prospectus for the specific list of eligible ITI trades each year.

Ques. After completing the Lateral Entry Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from PIET, can I apply for B.Tech lateral entry?

Ans. Yes. After completing the Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (including the lateral entry variant) with at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST), candidates are eligible to apply for lateral entry (LEET) into the 2nd year of B.Tech Mechanical Engineering. PIET itself offers B.Tech {Lateral} in Mechanical Engineering, and admission is through the HSTES B.Tech LEET counselling.

Ques. Is the Diploma in Mechanical Engineering {Lateral} at PIET recognised by AICTE and HSBTE?

Ans. Yes. The Diploma in Mechanical Engineering {Lateral} at PIET is approved by AICTE and affiliated to the Haryana State Board of Technical Education (HSBTE), Panchkula. The diploma awarded upon completion is recognised by the Government of Haryana and is valid for employment and further education purposes.

Ques. What documents are required at the time of admission to the Lateral Entry Diploma at PIET?

Ans. Candidates must bring three attested sets of the following documents: ITI/10+2 marksheet and pass certificate, Class 10 pass certificate (for date of birth proof), school leaving/character certificate, migration certificate, gap year proof (if applicable), medical fitness certificate, HSTES seat allotment letter, registration fee receipt (Rs. 1,000), caste/income/residence certificate (for reserved category candidates), Aadhaar card, bank passbook photocopy, Family ID (for Haryana residents), and ten coloured passport-size photographs.