K.K. Polytechnic College provides polytechnic diploma courses in five engineering branches, with Applied Science and Humanities supporting students across these programmes. Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering are two available options. The listed first-year fee is INR 47,000 for each specialisation.

Regular diploma study lasts 3 years, while lateral entry takes 2 years. Admission is based on the JCECE, or Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination, conducted by the Government of Jharkhand.

Students can submit the entrance examination application through the official JCECEB website. After qualifying, they must complete the online admission form on the official K.K. Polytechnic website.

K.K. Polytechnic Diploma Admission

K.K. Polytechnic offers its main Diploma in Engineering programme in 6 specialisations. It is a 3-year, full-time course. The branches are Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Automobile Engineering, Mining Engineering, and Electronics and Communication Engineering. Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Civil Engineering are popular choices.

Applicants must have passed Class 10 or the SSC examination with at least 35% marks. Science and Mathematics must be among the subjects studied. Admission is decided through the JCECE.

Diploma Specialisation First-Year Fee Branch Intake Eligibility Accepted Exam
Mechanical Engineering INR 47,000 180

Pass Class 10 or SSC with at least 35% marks.

 JCECE
Electrical Engineering INR 47,000 180
Civil Engineering INR 47,000 150
Automobile Engineering INR 47,000 30
Mining Engineering INR 47,000 120
Electronics And Communication Engineering INR 47,000 60

Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

For admission, students first take the JCECE and check the merit list after the result. Qualified students then apply through the college website and attend counselling.

K.K. Polytechnic Lateral Entry Admission

The lateral Diploma in Engineering is a 2-year, full-time programme with 6 specialisations. Students may choose Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, or Automobile Engineering. Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Mining Engineering are popular specialisations. The stated lateral polytechnic fee range for 2025-2026 is INR 91,000 to INR 1.35 Lakhs.

Students can qualify through any one of three routes: Class 10 followed by a 2-year ITI, Class 12 with Science and Mathematics, or an Intermediate Vocational Course in a relevant trade with the required technical subjects.

Lateral Entry Specialisation First-Year Fee Eligibility
Civil Engineering INR 47,000

Pass an Intermediate Vocational Course with the specified technical subjects, or

pass Class 10 and complete a 2-year ITI, or

pass Class 12 with Science and Mathematics.
Mechanical Engineering INR 47,000
Mining Engineering INR 47,000
Electrical Engineering INR 47,000
Electronics & Communication Engineering INR 47,000
Automobile Engineering INR 47,000

Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

Lateral entry applicants must take the required entrance examination, review the merit list, submit the college's online form after qualifying, and participate in counselling.

Documents Needed for Admission

  • Class 10 and JCECE admit cards
  • Class 10 and JCECE mark sheets
  • Class 10 passing certificate
  • School or college leaving certificate
  • Residential certificate, if applicable
  • Caste certificate, if applicable
  • 8 passport-size colour photographs
  • ITI or Class 12 mark sheet for lateral entry

K.K. Polytechnic Admission FAQs

Ques. What steps must students follow to join K.K. Polytechnic, Dhanbad?

Ans: Students must first appear for the JCECE conducted by the Government of Jharkhand. Those who qualify must then submit the online admission form through the official K.K. Polytechnic website and take part in counselling.

Ques. Which test does K.K. Polytechnic use for diploma selection?

Ans: The college uses the JCECE, which stands for Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination. It is a state-level entrance test for diploma and polytechnic courses.

Ques. Who can apply for regular and lateral diploma entry?

Ans: Regular diploma applicants need to pass Class 10 with at least 35% marks and must have studied Science and Mathematics. For the 2-year lateral course, students need Class 10 with ITI, Class 12 with Science and Mathematics, or a relevant vocational qualification.

Ques. At what stage does the K.K. Polytechnic selection process begin?

Ans: College admission generally starts after the JCECE results are released. Students should check the official college and JCECEB websites for merit-list and counselling updates.

Ques. Can applicants submit either admission form on paper?

Ans: No. The process is fully online. Students must submit both the JCECE application and the K.K. Polytechnic admission form through their respective official websites.