| Sr. No. | Particulars | Diploma & Degree in Engineering after SSC | Degree in Engineering after XII (Science) |
| 1. | No. of Years | 6 Year (3 Years Diploma &3 Years Degree | 6 Years (XI & XII 2 Years and Degree 4 Years) |
| 2. | Professional Qualification | Diploma & Degree in Engineering & Technology | Degree in Engineering & Technology |
| 3. | Minimum Eligibility Criteria | 35% at SSC & 50% at Final Year Diploma | XIIth Science with PCM for Reservation Candidates 45% & Open Candidates – 50% marks with JEE 50% Score |
| 4. | Entrance Exam | No Entrance Exam | Entrance Exam – JEE/ MH-CET |
| 5. | Grasping Engineering Subjects | Diploma offers strong foundation to Engineering Subject at Degree Level | Learning all subjects first time are difficult. |
| 6. | Admission to Reputed Engineering Colleges | Relatively easier | Severe Competition. To get into best institute students should score above 50% ++ in PCM & in MH-CET |
| 7. | Job Prospects | Degree holder along with Diploma Qualification will have an edge over others due to their practical skills acquired at diploma level. | Depends on the institute profile. Good companies prefer reputed colleges. |
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