Hello Shiva,

A Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Industry-Integrated) is valid for most government exams, provided it meets the following conditions:

1. Recognition by AICTE/State Board

• The diploma must be approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) or the respective State Technical Education Board .
  
  

• Diplomas obtained from recognized polytechnic institutes are considered valid.
  
  2. Eligibility for Government Exams

• Junior Engineer (JE) Exams: Conducted by SSC, RRB, and state-level PSCs. A diploma in mechanical engineering is acceptable.
  
  

• Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs): Companies like BHEL, NTPC, ONGC, and SAIL accept industry-integrated diplomas for technical posts.
  
  

• Defense and Railways: Eligible for technical posts under Indian Railways, DRDO, and other defense organizations.
  
  3. Higher Studies and Lateral Entry

• You can pursue a B.Tech/B.E. through lateral entry after a recognized diploma.
  
  

• Industry-integrated diplomas are usually considered valid for lateral entry admissions.
  
  4. Exceptions and Caution

• If the diploma is obtained through a distance mode or from an unrecognized institution, it may not be accepted in government recruitments.
  
  

• Verify the recognition status of the institute before applying for government exams.

I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries then feel free to ask. We will be happy to assist you.

Thank You and wishing you a bright future ahead.