Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (DME)

Three-year CTEVT diploma training mid-level mechanical engineers in product design, maintenance, power generation, and industrial engineering.

The Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (DME) is a three-year, six-semester program under CTEVT designed to produce competent technical workforce in Nepal. The curriculum integrates foundational sciences, mathematics, and language skills with specialized mechanical engineering disciplines. Students gain expertise in product design, maintenance engineering, power generation, and industrial engineering, along with practical laboratory training. The program emphasizes “must know and must do” skills to prepare graduates for local industrial applications, supervisory roles, and technical problem-solving in mechanical systems.

Curricular Structure

• Duration: 3 years, 6 semesters
• Core subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, English, Nepali
• Specializations: Product Design, Maintenance Engineering, Power Generation Engineering, Industrial Engineering
• Methods: Theoretical instruction, practical labs, and applied projects
• Minimum 90% attendance required to sit for exams

Features

• Medium of instruction in English and/or Nepali
• Merit-based admission from SLC or equivalent with science, mathematics, and English
• Grading: Distinction ≥ 80%, First 65–79%, Second 50–64%, Pass 40–49%
• Certificate awarded upon successful completion of all semesters

Admission Process

• Submit SLC or equivalent certificate with required grades
• Physically fit for the program
• Selection based on merit
• Required documents: Academic transcripts, character certificate, and citizenship verification

Job Prospects

• Mechanical Technician in industries and manufacturing units
• Maintenance and operation of machinery and equipment
• Supervisory and technical roles in power generation, industrial engineering, and product design sectors
• Registration with the relevant council if applicable
• Eligibility for positions equivalent to Non-gazetted 1st class (technical) under Public Service Commission