Since you completed 12th with commerce, you can get into Mechanical Engineering through these options:

1. Study PCM via NIOS → Pass Physics, Chemistry, and Math, then appear for JEE or state exams.

2. Diploma in Mechanical Engineering → Join a 3-year diploma, then take lateral entry into B.Tech 2nd year.

3. B.Sc. + Lateral Entry → Do B.Sc. (Maths/Physics), then apply for B.Tech 2nd year in some universities.

4. Private Universities → Some offer B.Tech with a bridge course for non-science students.

The diploma route is the fastest.

Hello ,

As per your mentioned query , you cannot do engineering course without having mathmatics in your 10+2. As per the eligibility criteria for doing Btech , candidate should have physics , chemistry and mathematics as mandatory subjects in their class 12th. As they are the basics for further study.

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https://www.careers360.com/courses/mechanical-engineering-course

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Hello Tanish,

to get admission in Mechanical Engineering after 12th with commerce, you must first swutch to the science stream and study Physics, Chemistry, and Math. then, appea for engineering entrance exams like JEE or state level tests. alternatively you can pursue a diploma in mechanical engineering and then take lateral entry into B.Tech.

Hiii,

you have completed your 12th with Commerce, you cannot take direct admission into Mechanical Engineering because that course needs a background in Science, especially subjects like Physics and Maths. These subjects are very important for understanding how machines work, which is the core of Mechanical Engineering.

One option is to go back and study 11th and 12th again, this time with Physics, Chemistry, and Maths. After that, you can give entrance exams like JEE or other state-level exams and apply for a B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering. This may feel like starting over, but if you are truly passionate about becoming a mechanical engineer, it’s worth considering.

Another option is to join a diploma course. In some places, there are polytechnic colleges that might allow commerce students to do a diploma in engineering. But in most cases, they expect you to have studied science too. So you’ll have to check if any diploma colleges in your state allow commerce students. After finishing the diploma, you might be able to get into the second year of a B.Tech course through lateral entry.

If you don’t want to change your stream but still want to work in the mechanical field, you can go for a degree like BBA or B.Com and later do an MBA in Operations, Supply Chain, or something related to manufacturing. This way, you can work in companies that deal with machines, but in roles like management, planning, or logistics instead of technical engineering roles.

Hi! Since you completed 12th with Commerce, you’re not directly eligible for Mechanical Engineering, as it requires Maths, Physics, and Chemistry in 12th. But don’t worry—you can still enter through a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering after 10th, and later go for B.Tech through lateral entry. Another option is to complete Maths as an additional subject and reappear for entrance exams. Engineering needs a science background, so switching may take extra time and effort, but it's possible!

For more details you can visit the link given below

https://engineering.careers360.com/college-predictor

With an OBC-NCL rank of 21,500 and home state Maharashtra, getting Mechanical Engineering in top NITs is tough. However, you may still have chances in lower NITs like NIT Agartala, NIT Mizoram, NIT Nagaland, or NIT Srinagar, especially in later rounds. Getting into core NITs like NIT Trichy or NIT Warangal is unlikely with this rank. Use JoSAA counselling smartly and apply to multiple choices. Also, consider IIITs or state colleges for better chances.

For more details you can visit the link given below

https://news.careers360.com/jee-main-college-predictor-2025-will-you-get-nit-iiit-or-top-government-engineering-college-result-scorecard-cut-off

Hii Hukmaram,

You’ve already done 1 year of ITI in Mechanical, which is a good start. Now if you want to do a diploma in Mechanical Engineering online, that’s a smart move.

Some good places where you can do this online are IGNOU (a government university), or some private websites like Coursera or Skill-Lync. IGNOU gives you a proper government-recognized diploma. It's affordable and many students do it while working too.

Along with your diploma, you should also learn some useful software like AutoCAD or SolidWorks. These are important in the mechanical field and will make you better than others.

side by side learn these skills from YouTube or low-cost courses. After that, apply for small jobs or internships to get experience.

Just stay focused and keep learning.

Hii,

You can choose an online diploma course from recognized platforms like NPTEL, IGNOU, Skill India, or private institutions, Some universities aoffer UGC-approved online diploma programs. Make sure the course you choose is either AICTE-approved or offered by a government-recognized university—this will help in getting jobs or pursuing further studies.

The online diploma will help you learn more deeply about machines, design, manufacturing, CAD/CAM, and maintenance—all while studying at your own pace. You’ll also be able to apply what you’ve learned in your ITI training.

Additionally, Careers360 offers information on free mechanical engineering certification courses that can complement your diploma studies.

hi satya,

yes, you can do diploma mechanical engineering after finishing 10th and also you can pursue btech after finishing mech engineering.

hope this helps.

thankyou

Hi Awadhesh Kumar, The fee structure for a part-time Phd in Mechanical Engineering can vary depending on the university, but generally ranges from Rs.20,000 to 3,50,000 per year.

Can you just specify which university do you prefer doing Phd?