Graduate Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (GDME) at National Institute of Management, Mumbai

If you are looking at Graduate Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (GDME), National Institute of Management, Mumbai in Mumbai runs it as a 1-3 year, full-time diploma course. The total fee on record is ₹38,700 – ₹58,700.

At its core, the programme covers thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, machine design, manufacturing processes and CAD.

National Institute of Management, Mumbai is a other institute, founded in 1990. This page brings together what is on record for this course at National Institute of Management, Mumbai — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

Most Diploma programmes follow a similar pattern: the first year builds the foundations, the middle years go deep into the subject, and the final year is given over to electives, a major project and usually an internship.

Here that means thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, machine design, manufacturing processes and CAD. Typical first jobs: mechanical, design, production or maintenance engineer.

The exact syllabus is set by the college or its affiliating university and changes from year to year, so ask National Institute of Management, Mumbai for the current semester-wise plan.

Here is how the fee on record breaks down. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise, and apply to Diploma programmes at National Institute of Management, Mumbai as a group.

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Colleges revise fees most years, and hostel, transport and exam charges are often billed separately. Confirm the current figure with National Institute of Management, Mumbai before you pay anything.

To be considered for Graduate Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (GDME), you usually need Class 10 (or Class 12, for some diplomas).

Admission to this kind of course is usually through state polytechnic entrance exams. Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check National Institute of Management, Mumbai's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

Here is the usual route in:

1. Check that you meet the eligibility above and register for the entrance exam in time.
2. Take state polytechnic entrance exams and keep your scorecard.
3. Apply to National Institute of Management, Mumbai on its website (nimonweb.com) or through the enquiry form on this page, and take part in counselling if a state or central body runs it.
4. Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.

National Institute of Management, Mumbai runs 8 Diploma specialisations in all. Worth comparing before you decide:

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (DME)
• Diploma in Civil Engineering (DCE)
• Graduate Diploma in Civil Engineering (GDCE)
• Graduate Diploma in Electronics Engineering (GDEE)
• Diploma in Electronics Engineering (DEE)
• Diploma in Chemical Engineering (DCE)
• Graduate Diploma in Chemical Engineering (GDCE)

Before you decide, it helps to be clear on these:

• Are you genuinely interested in thermodynamics? You will spend 1-3 years on it.
• Can you manage ₹38,700 – ₹58,700 over the course, plus hostel and living costs? Ask about scholarships and education loans.
• What do recent graduates of this course actually go on to do?
• How does National Institute of Management, Mumbai compare with other colleges offering Diploma in and around Mumbai?