Diploma in Engineering (lateral entry) 

at DRIEMS University, Cuttack

DRIEMS University BTech is a full-time, four-year course spread across eight semesters. The course is approved by All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE) and affiliated to Biju Pattnaik University of Technology (BPUT). DRIEMS BTech is offered in six specialisations and they are as under:

• Mechanical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Computer Science & Engineering
• Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Candidates who have passed their class 12 with PCM are eligible to apply for the DRIEMS BTech course. The University accepts JEE Main/ OJEE scores to shortlist candidates for admission.

The application process of DRIEMS University is conducted in both online and offline modes. Candidates willing to apply offline are required to visit the DRIEMS University campus and purchase the admission form from there. However, those who are willing to apply online can follow the steps mentioned below:

Step 1: Visit the official website of DRIEMS University

Step 2: Click on the "Admission open 2024" banner reflecting on the home page.

Step 3: Register using a valid phone number and email ID and click on submit.

Step 4: Login using the credentials generated and fill out the DRIEMS Application form.

Step 5: Upload relevant documents in the prescribed format and size.

Step 6: Click on submit.

DRIEMS offers more than fifteen courses with various sub-specialisations. The courses are offered at undergraduate, postgraduate, Diploma and doctoral levels. The admission criteria for DRIEMS University courses is either merit-based or entrance-based. This institute is known for its four-year, full-time flagship BTech programme that offers admission based on the performance of the candidate in JEE Main/ OJEE. Apart from BTech, also offers MTech, MBA, BSc, BPT, and more, courses.

Yes, DRIEMS University offers various scholarship schemes to meritorious students and those belonging to SC & ST, Minority, and Other Backward Class Welfare departments as per the Government of Odisha for the academic year 2024-2025. Students who wish to apply for these scholarships need to apply online through the ODISHA STATE SCHOLARSHIP PORTAL.

 The eligibility criteria is specified below:
a) Students shall belong to the ST/SC/OBC/SEBC/EBC community and should be permanent residents of Odisha.
b) The students must be a regular student for the academic year 2024-2024.
c) The annual family income of the parent/guardian from all sources in case of ST/SC students should not exceed INR. 2,50,000/- per annum.
d) The annual family income of the parent/guardian from all sources in case of OBC/ SEBC students should not exceed INR.2,50,000/- per annum and they have to secure at least 50% marks in previous examinations.
e) EBC category is applicable for Govt. Institute only.
Note: Aadhar is made mandatory for availing scholarship. Students are required to provide the correct Aadhar number of self in the Online Application Form correctly.

Admissions for various UG and PG courses at DRIEMS University in 2024 are based on either merit or entrance exams. If you want to apply for the flagship BTech courses, you can apply using your JEE Main/OJEE scores to get shortlisted for further rounds. Check below for the complete DRIEMS admission process:

Application Process: To apply for DRIEMS University, you can either visit the official website and apply online or visit the university campus and purchase the application form from the admission office. Both online and offline modes are available.

Selection Rounds: Once you have applied, you will need to appear for the relevant entrance exam as per the selection criteria of the chosen course. After that, you will need to wait for the release of the results.

Admission Confirmation: If you are shortlisted based on your results, you will be called for document verification. You will then need to pay a course fee to confirm your seat in the university.

DRIEMS University provides a range of courses at the postgraduate and doctoral levels in fields such as Engineering, Management, Science, and more. To apply for admission, candidates must visit the official website of DRIEMS University and submit their application online. Below is the list of courses offered by DRIEMS University, along with their minimum eligibility requirements and selection criteria: