Polytechnic Colleges in Dharwad, Karnataka
12 polytechnic institutions in Dharwad, Karnataka hold a current approval from AICTE. Between them they list 12 approved courses.
AICTE approved institutions, academic year 2026-27. Checked 1 September 2026.
Statistics for this listing
- Private: 7
- Government: 3
- Government Aided: 2
Ownership as classified by the approving body.
- CIVIL: 10
- COMPUTER SCIENCE: 9
- MECHANICAL: 8
- ELECTRONICS & COMMUNICATION: 7
- ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS: 7
- AUTOMOBILE: 4
- COMMERCIAL PRACTICE: 3
- ELECTRONICS & COMMUNICATIONS: 3
Institutions approved for each course. One institution may be approved for several.
Frequently asked questions
How many polytechnic colleges are there in Dharwad, Karnataka?
12 polytechnic institutions in Dharwad, Karnataka hold a current approval from AICTE. AICTE approved institutions, academic year 2026-27. Checked 1 September 2026.
Where can I find the full list of AICTE-approved polytechnic colleges in Dharwad, Karnataka?
This page is that list. Every institution shown holds a current approval from AICTE, with its district and approved courses. Applications are made on each institution's own website, not here.
How many seats do polytechnic colleges in Dharwad, Karnataka have?
4,361 approved seats across 12 institutions, as published by the regulator. Intake is counted only where the approving body states it.
What courses do polytechnic colleges in Dharwad, Karnataka offer?
The most widely approved are CIVIL ENGINEERING (10), COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (9), MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (8), ELECTRONICS & COMMUNICATION ENGG (7), ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING (7), AUTOMOBILE ENGINEERING (4). Each figure is the number of institutions approved for that course.
How many polytechnic colleges in Dharwad, Karnataka are government and how many are private?
Of the 12 institutions listed: 7 private, 3 government, 2 government aided. Ownership is taken from the regulator's own classification.
Can a polytechnic diploma lead to a degree?
Yes. Diploma holders can enter an engineering degree in the second year through lateral entry, where the state admission authority offers it. The diploma itself is a three-year qualification approved by AICTE through the state technical education board.
Where does this list come from?
AICTE approved institutions, academic year 2026-27. Checked 1 September 2026. This screener publishes only what the approving body publishes, and shows when each list was last checked. It does not rank institutions or estimate fees. Applications are made on each institution's own website.