The Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology (RGIPT), an Institution of National Importance established by an Act of Parliament, has announced a new academic pathway that integrates diploma and engineering education for students across India.
Admission Structure and Seat Allocation
Each year, RGIPT admits 480 students into its three-year Diploma Engineering programmes at its Sivasagar Campus in Assam. Of these, 240 seats are reserved exclusively for students from Assam, while the remaining 240 seats are open to students from the rest of the country. However, the institute observed that many students from outside Assam have not fully utilized these opportunities. To address this, RGIPT has introduced more flexible admission options based on Class 10 (HSLC) performance.
Academic Progression and Benefits
The RGIPT Diploma programme serves as a gateway to higher technical education. Students can join after completing Class 10, subject to eligibility requirements, and earn a diploma in three years. Notably, students who secure a CPI of 7.5 or above are eligible for direct lateral entry into the second year of the B.Tech programme at RGIPT. This allows meritorious students to progress toward an engineering degree without appearing in the highly competitive JEE (Advanced) examination.
According to RGIPT officials, this pathway provides an extraordinary opportunity because admission to the regular B.Tech programme is generally through JEE (Advanced). Motivated diploma students can thus continue their academic journey and ultimately earn both a Diploma and a B.Tech degree from one of India's premier technical institutions.
Multi-Campus Educational Experience
The academic experience at RGIPT is unique in terms of exposure and diversity. After completing the diploma programme at the Sivasagar Campus in Assam, eligible students pursuing B.Tech studies spend the second and third years at the RGIPT Jais Campus in Uttar Pradesh, followed by the final year at the Bengaluru Campus in Karnataka. This multi-campus model enables students to live and study in three culturally and geographically distinct regions of India, enriching their personalities, broadening perspectives, enhancing adaptability, and developing leadership qualities.
RGIPT officials stated that the institute firmly believes exposure to diverse cultures, languages, academic ecosystems, and industrial environments helps shape students into future leaders, innovators, and responsible citizens.
Admission Criteria and Process
Admissions to vacant seats in the third round are currently based on marks obtained in the Class 10 (HSLC) examination, with Mathematics and Science as compulsory subjects. Eligible candidates must have secured at least 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwD candidates) in Class 10, along with minimum prescribed marks in Mathematics and Science. Interested students from across India are encouraged to apply.
RGIPT invites aspiring students and their parents to explore this distinctive Diploma-to-B.Tech pathway that combines academic excellence, national exposure, and outstanding career prospects. For admission details and online registration, visit the official RGIPT website.
