Diploma in Engineering (Polytechnic) {Lateral}
Accepted entrance exams
About Diploma in Engineering (Polytechnic) {Lateral}
Regent Education and Research Foundation (RERF), Barrackpore, Kolkata, is a NAAC B++ accredited private institution affiliated with MAKAUT and approved by AICTE, established in 2009. RERF offers 2-year Diploma Lateral entry programmes in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, and Computer Science and Technology for ITI certificate holders seeking to upgrade their qualifications through VOCLET, the West Bengal lateral entry test.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions are open via VOCLET 2026 counselling. Check the WBJEEB portal for the current counselling schedule.
Key Points
- Four 2-year Diploma Lateral streams at RERF: Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, and Computer Science and Technology.
- NAAC B++ graded institution affiliated with MAKAUT with AICTE approval for all lateral diploma programmes.
- Fees range from INR 78,000 for Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical to INR 1,36,000 for Computer Science and Technology.
- Admission through VOCLET conducted by WBJEEB for ITI certificate holders seeking lateral entry.
- Graduates can pursue B.Tech lateral entry through JELET after completing the diploma at RERF.
RERF Diploma Lateral Fees 2026
| Course | Total Fees |
|---|---|
| Diploma in Civil Engineering Lateral | INR 78,000 |
| Diploma in Electrical Engineering Lateral | INR 78,000 |
| Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Lateral | INR 78,000 |
| Diploma in Computer Science and Technology Lateral | INR 1,36,000 |
- Fees are for the full 2-year programme duration.
- Hostel charges are separate from the above fees.
- Fees are subject to change. Verify with official sources before admission.
RERF Diploma Lateral Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| VOCLET Application | February to March 2026 |
| VOCLET Exam | April to May 2026 |
| VOCLET Result | May to June 2026 |
| RERF Diploma Lateral Admission | July 2026 |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold an ITI certificate in a relevant trade from a recognised institute.
- A valid VOCLET rank from WBJEEB is required for lateral entry into the 2nd year of any diploma programme at RERF.
- The trade must be relevant to the chosen diploma stream: for example, Electrician trade for Electrical Engineering Lateral or Fitter and Turner trades for Mechanical Engineering Lateral.
Admission Process
- Appear in VOCLET conducted by WBJEEB for ITI certificate holders seeking diploma lateral entry in West Bengal.
- Register for WBJEEB lateral diploma counselling using your VOCLET rank after result declaration.
- Select RERF as your college preference and the relevant stream during the WBJEEB counselling process.
- Report to RERF with your ITI certificate and all original documents for verification at the time of seat confirmation.
- Pay the first-year fee to confirm your lateral diploma admission at RERF Barrackpore.
✓ Opt for this if
- You are an ITI holder seeking lateral entry to diploma in Kolkata
- You want affordable polytechnic education under MAKAUT at INR 78,000
- You plan to progress to B.Tech via JELET after the diploma
- You need AICTE-approved credentials in civil, electrical, or mechanical trades
✗ Skip if
- You want a regular B.Tech degree, not a diploma pathway
- You need placements outside West Bengal or tier-1 industry connections
- You prefer a highly ranked or autonomous institution
RERF Diploma Lateral Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| SVMCM (WB Govt) | Merit cum means for students with 60 per cent or more marks |
| Aikyashree (WB Minority) | For minority community students meeting eligibility criteria |
| AICTE Pragati | For female engineering students via the AICTE portal |
| AICTE Saksham | For differently-abled students via the AICTE portal |
| OASIS (WB SC/ST/OBC) | For SC/ST/OBC students via the WB government portal |
Apply for WB government scholarships at oasis.gov.in after admission. AICTE Pragati and Saksham scholarships are available via the AICTE portal. Contact RERF admissions for institution-level scholarship details.
RERF Diploma Lateral FAQs
Ques. What diploma lateral programmes does RERF offer?
Ans. RERF offers four 2-year Diploma Lateral entry programmes: Diploma in Civil Engineering Lateral, Diploma in Electrical Engineering Lateral, Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Lateral, and Diploma in Computer Science and Technology Lateral. All programmes are affiliated with MAKAUT and approved by AICTE. Admission to all four streams is through VOCLET conducted by WBJEEB for ITI certificate holders in West Bengal.
Ques. What is the fee difference between the diploma lateral streams at RERF?
Ans. The total fee for Diploma in Civil Engineering Lateral, Electrical Engineering Lateral, and Mechanical Engineering Lateral at RERF is INR 78,000 for the 2-year programme, payable at INR 39,000 per year. The Diploma in Computer Science and Technology Lateral has a higher fee of INR 1,36,000 for 2 years, payable at INR 68,000 per year. All fee figures are for tuition. Hostel and other charges are separate. Contact RERF for the latest fee circular.
Ques. Who is eligible for the RERF Diploma Lateral programmes?
Ans. Candidates must hold an ITI certificate in a relevant trade from a recognised institute and must have a valid VOCLET rank from WBJEEB. The trade must correspond to the chosen diploma stream. For example, Electrician trade holders are eligible for Electrical Engineering Lateral, and Fitter or Turner trade holders are eligible for Mechanical Engineering Lateral. VOCLET is open to ITI certificate holders who are residents of West Bengal or have studied in West Bengal institutions.
Ques. Can a diploma lateral graduate from RERF pursue a B.Tech degree?
Ans. Yes. After completing the 2-year Diploma Lateral at RERF, graduates can apply for lateral entry into the 2nd year of B.Tech programmes in West Bengal through JELET (Joint Entrance for Lateral Entry Test) conducted by WBJEEB. This pathway allows ITI graduates to progress from their ITI certificate to a diploma at RERF and then to a B.Tech degree, building engineering qualifications step by step at an affordable cost.
Ques. What scholarships can RERF diploma lateral students apply for?
Ans. RERF diploma lateral students can apply for the Swami Vivekananda Merit cum Means Scholarship (SVMCM) for students scoring 60 per cent or more, the OASIS scheme for SC/ST/OBC students through the WB government portal, the Aikyashree scheme for minority students, and AICTE Pragati for female students and AICTE Saksham for differently-abled students through the AICTE portal. Applications for WB government scholarships are made at oasis.gov.in after securing admission.
Ques. How does the VOCLET counselling process work for RERF admission?
Ans. VOCLET (Vocational and Lateral Entry Test) is conducted by WBJEEB, typically between April and May. After results are declared, WBJEEB opens lateral diploma counselling for ITI certificate holders. Candidates register using their VOCLET rank, select their preferred stream and college (RERF) during online counselling, and receive a seat allotment letter. They then report to RERF with their ITI certificate and original documents for verification and pay the first-year fee to confirm admission. Check the WBJEEB portal for the current 2026 counselling schedule.