Is it possible to do a diploma before completing 11th and 12th and then pursue a main degree in UK/New Zealand?

Yes, you can pursue a diploma after completing 10th grade, before 11th and 12th, especially in fields like engineering and technology. These diplomas usually last three years and provide practical skills.

After your diploma, you may be eligible for lateral entry into the second year of a bachelor's degree in India, reducing the total study time. However, some undergraduate programs require 12th-grade completion, so a diploma route may limit options for certain degrees.

For studying abroad, most countries - including the UK, UAE, New Zealand, and Germany - typically require completion of 12th grade or equivalent for direct entry into bachelor's programs. Diploma-only qualifications after 10th grade may not meet their entry criteria.