Polytechnic Diploma Courses: These 5 trades are in high demand at polytechnics, and a diploma in them can give your career a boost..

Polytechnic Diploma Courses: Shaping one's career after 10th and 12th grade is crucial. Keeping this in mind, students prepare for JEE-NEET. However, some students target polytechnic courses. The reason for this is that polytechnic diploma holders are in high demand in the market, and they find jobs more easily compared to B.Tech degree holders, but it's essential to pursue a polytechnic course in the right trade. Considering this, the Joint Entrance Examination Council Polytechnic (JEECUP) Uttar Pradesh has released the schedule for Polytechnic Admissions 2026, under which the application process for admission to various diploma courses offered in all polytechnics of Uttar Pradesh will begin from January 15th.

Let's understand why polytechnic diploma holders get jobs quickly. We will also learn about 5 polytechnic trades that are in demand.

How do Polytechnic Diploma holders get jobs easily?
Manoj Varghese, former Media Advisor of Delhi Technical Education, says that polytechnic diploma holders get jobs quickly. He says that B.Tech degrees lead to white-collar jobs, but in the last few years, there has been an employment crisis for B.Tech degree holders in the industry, while polytechnic graduates continue to find jobs easily. He further says that a B.Tech degree holder leads a project, while four diploma holders are in his team. Things progress in this proportion.

These are 5 demanding polytechnic trades:
Diploma in Computer Science and IT: The technology sector is growing rapidly worldwide. Because of this, the demand for IT experts remains high and has even increased. To meet this demand, companies rely on candidates with diplomas in Computer Science and IT. This diploma course teaches candidates about database management, cybersecurity, Python, Java, and other languages. After completing a diploma, one can easily pursue a B.Tech degree in the same trade.

Diploma in Engineering:  Another in-demand trade at polytechnics is the Diploma in Engineering. Engineering diplomas are available in several trades. After completing a diploma in these engineering trades, candidates get the opportunity to work in profiles such as Junior Engineer, Supervisor, and Maintenance Technician, and can easily find a job.

Diploma in Digital Marketing: The influence of digital technology has increased over the past decade. From homes to markets, everything has gone digital. As a result, marketing has also become digital. This has increased the demand for digital marketing professionals, a demand met by diploma holders in digital marketing. After completing a polytechnic diploma in digital marketing, one gets the opportunity to work as a Digital Marketing Expert, SEO Expert, Social Media Manager, or Content Strategist.

Diploma in Hotel Management: The hospitality sector continues to expand globally. Along with this, the demand for a skilled workforce has increased. To meet this demand, the industry relies to a great extent on candidates with a diploma in hotel management. After completing a diploma in hotel management, one gets the opportunity to work as a Front Office Executive, Event Planner, Chef, or Food and Beverage Manager.

Diploma in Graphic Design: With digital growth, new sectors have also emerged. This includes graphic designers. For example, every sector currently needs graphic design to showcase the organization's work on digital platforms. After completing this diploma, one can easily find work as a graphic designer in this increasingly digital world.

What is the starting salary after Polytechnic?
Manoj Varghese, former Media Advisor to Delhi Technical Education, says that after a B.Tech degree, one can get a job with a minimum annual package of Rs. 5 to 6 lakhs, while after a polytechnic diploma, jobs with a minimum annual salary of Rs. 3 lakhs are easily available in the market. Diploma holders can also grow in their careers according to their abilities.

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