Jowai Polytechnic is a government technical institute located in Ladthadlaboh, Jowai, West Jaintia Hills, Meghalaya. Established in 2011, it is affiliated to the Meghalaya State Council for Technical Education and all its diploma programs are approved by the AICTE. The campus offers three full-time diploma programs with an annual intake of ~90 seats (30 per course). The student strength typically ranges from 250–300 across all years. Jowai Polytechnic is known for its specialized diploma offerings in Automobile Engineering, Architecture Assistantship, and Costume Design & Garment Technology.
Jowai Polytechnic Admission Deadlines
Admission to Jowai Polytechnic typically opens in April–May each year, with applications closing by June. Entrance tests and interviews are usually held in June–July, and academic sessions commence in August. The application fee is a nominal INR 10. Candidates must monitor official announcements for exact dates, as schedules may shift annually.
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Event |
Typical Timeline |
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Application Start |
April–May 2025 |
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Application Deadline |
June 2025 |
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Entrance Test/Interview |
June–July 2025 |
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Merit List & Counseling |
July 2025 |
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Session Commencement |
August 2025 |
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Application Fee |
INR 10 |
Jowai Polytechnic UG Admission
Jowai Polytechnic offers three-year full-time diploma (polytechnic) programs at the undergraduate level. The total annual intake is 90 seats (30 per course). Admission is based on performance in the institute’s entrance test and interview, with eligibility requiring a pass in SSLC (Class 10) with at least 45% in Mathematics and Science (relaxable to 40% for SC/ST). Applicants must be not more than 21 years old as of July 1, with age relaxations for HSSLC pass and SC/ST candidates. The annual fee is approximately INR 1,500.
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Program |
Duration |
Seats |
Eligibility |
Selection Criteria |
Annual Fee (INR) |
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Diploma in Automobile Engineering |
3 years |
30 |
SSLC (10+), 45% in Maths & Science (40% SC/ST), Age ≤21 (relaxation for HSSLC/SC/ST) |
Entrance Test + Interview + Merit |
1,500 |
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Diploma in Architecture Assistantship |
3 years |
30 |
SSLC (10+), 45% in Maths & Science (40% SC/ST), Age ≤21 (relaxation for HSSLC/SC/ST) |
Entrance Test + Interview + Merit |
1,500 |
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Diploma in Costume Design & Garment Technology |
3 years |
30 |
SSLC (10+), 45% in Maths & Science (40% SC/ST), Age ≤21 (relaxation for HSSLC/SC/ST) |
Entrance Test + Interview + Merit |
1,500 |
Jowai Polytechnic Application Process
The application process for Jowai Polytechnic is conducted both online and offline, usually beginning in April–May. The application form can be obtained from the institute’s office or downloaded from the official website. Applicants must submit the completed form with required documents and pay a nominal fee of INR 10. Selection is based on an entrance test, interview, and merit list, followed by counseling and document verification. Only permanent residents of Meghalaya are eligible to apply.
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Obtain application form (online or from institute office)
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Submit completed form with required documents
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Pay application fee (INR 10)
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Appear for entrance test and interview
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Participate in counseling if shortlisted
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Complete admission and document verification
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Step |
Details |
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Application Mode |
Online/Offline |
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Application Fee |
INR 10 |
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Documents Required |
10th mark sheet, School leaving certificate, Character certificate, Caste/Domicile certificate (if applicable), Passport size photos |
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Selection Process |
Entrance Test + Interview + Merit + Counseling |
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Eligibility |
Permanent resident of Meghalaya, Age ≤21 (relaxations apply), SSLC (10+) with 45% in Maths & Science (40% SC/ST) |
