Sarang Institute of Polytechnic, Tumkur, is one of the most recent technical institutes. The institute provides a diploma programme in a number of disciplines in engineering. The admission process at Sarang Institute of Polytechnic is meant to select deserving candidates for its diploma programmes. The institute usually admits students for the academic year beginning in August-September.

The criteria usually followed for eligibility for Sarang Institute of Polytechnic admission to diploma programmes involve successful completion of 10th standard or its equivalent from a recognised board. The institute probably weighs in the academic record in relevant subjects, such as mathematics and science, for selection purposes.