Frequently Asked Questions
General ITI FAQs
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An ITI (Industrial Training Institute) is a vocational training institute that offers technical training in various trades to prepare students for employment or self-employment.
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Students who have passed 8th, 10th, or 12th standard can join ITI, depending on the eligibility criteria of the trade.
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Duration ranges from 6 months to 2 years, depending on the trade.
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NCVT: National Council for Vocational Training (recognized all over India).
SCVT: State Council for Vocational Training (recognized within the state).
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Engineering Trades involve mechanical, electrical, or technical work (e.g., Electrician, Fitter).
Non-Engineering Trades involve service, office, or design-related work (e.g., COPA, Stenography).
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Minimum age: 14 years. There is generally no upper age limit.
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You receive a National Trade Certificate (NTC) or State Trade Certificate, depending on affiliation.
Career & Job FAQs
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Yes, ITI students are eligible for many government jobs like in Railways, Defense, PSUs, etc.
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Job in private/government sector
Apprenticeship training
Start your own business
Do Diploma or Skill Upgradation Courses
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It’s on-the-job training under a registered employer (under the Apprentices Act), which gives you experience and stipend.
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Yes, you can join Polytechnic Diploma via lateral entry or pursue skill certification courses.
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Some top employers:
Indian Railways, BHEL, ONGC, NTPC, DRDO, ISRO
Tata Motors, Mahindra, Maruti Suzuki
L&T, Godrej, Siemens
IT companies (for COPA students) like Wipro, Infosys (entry-level)
Service sectors like electrical maintenance, BPO, data entry
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Yes. After gaining some experience, many ITI students go abroad (Gulf countries, Europe, etc.) in trades like:
Electrician
Welder
AC/Refrigeration Technician
Fabrication/Fitter
You’ll need to pass skill test + language proficiency (e.g., IELTS) depending on the country.
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Yes. Many Group C and D government jobs require ITI. For example:
Railway technician
Lineman, Assistant technician
Army tradesman
State electricity boards
But you must prepare for competitive exams like RRB, SSC, or State recruitment boards.
| Trade Name | Total Units | Total Intake | CAP Seats | IMC Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) | 3 | 72 | 57 | 15 |
| Fitter | 2 | 40 | 32 | 8 |
| Plumber | 2 | 48 | 38 | 10 |
| Turner | 1 | 20 | 16 | 4 |
| Welder | 2 | 40 | 32 | 8 |
| Wireman | 2 | 40 | 32 | 8 |
| Total | 12 | 260 | 207 | 53 |
| Sr. No. | Trade | Unit No | Shift | Is DST | Type of Post | Sanction Category | Unit Creation GR No. & Date | Post Creation GR No. & Date | Affiliation No. & Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) | 1 | 1st | No | Regular | Govt ITI – General | ITI-1006/(237/06)/VE-2 Dt. 12/04/2007 | ITI-1006/(237/06)/VE-2 Dt. 12/04/2007 | DGET-12/01/2009-TC Dt. 19 Feb 2009 |
| 2 | Fitter | 1 | 1st | No | Regular | Govt ITI – General | ITI-1096/(188)/VE-1 Dt. 12/08/1996 | ITI-1096/(188)/VE-1 Dt. 12/08/1996 | DGET-12/02/1997-TC Dt. 16 Oct 1997 |
| 3 | Fitter | 2 | 2nd | No | Regular | Govt ITI – General | ITI-1004/(247/04)/VE-2 Dt. 30/09/2006 | ITI-1004/(247/04)/VE-2 Dt. 30/09/2006 | DGET-12/1/2011/TC Dt. 30 Jun 2011 |
| 4 | Plumber | 1 | 1st | No | Regular | Govt ITI – General | TSA/7770/173859(3689)TE-3 Dt. 10/11/1980 | ITI-1004/(247/04)/VE-2 Dt. 30/09/2006 | Affiliated |
| 5 | Turner | 1 | 1st | No | Regular | Govt ITI – General | TSA/7770/173859(3689)TE-3 Dt. 10/11/1980 | ITI-1004/(247/04)/VE-2 Dt. 30/09/2006 | DGET-6/83/80-TE Dt. 22 Feb 1984 |
| 6 | Turner | 2 | 2nd | No | Regular | Govt ITI – General | TSA/7770/173859(3689)TE-3 Dt. 10/11/1980 | ITI-1004/(247/04)/VE-2 Dt. 30/09/2006 | DGET-6/83/80-TE Dt. 22 Feb 1984 |
| 7 | Welder | 1 | 1st | No | Regular | Govt ITI – General | TSA/7770/173859(3689)TE-3 Dt. 10/11/1980 | ITI-1004/(247/04)/VE-2 Dt. 30/09/2006 | DGET-6/83/80-TE Dt. 22 Feb 1984 |
| 8 | Welder | 2 | 2nd | No | Regular | Govt ITI – General | TSA/7770/173859(3689)TE-3 Dt. 10/11/1980 | ITI-1004/(247/04)/VE-2 Dt. 30/09/2006 | DGET-6/83/80-TE Dt. 22 Feb 1984 |
| 9 | Wireman | 1 | 1st | No | Regular | Govt ITI – General | TSA/7770/173859(3689)TE-3 Dt. 10/11/1980 | ITI-1004/(247/04)/VE-2 Dt. 30/09/2006 | DGET-6/83/80-TE Dt. 22 Feb 1984 |
| 10 | Wireman | 2 | 2nd | No | Regular | Govt ITI – General | TSA/1284/382384/443/TE-4 Dt. 26/07/1984 | ITI-1004/(247/04)/VE-2 Dt. 30/09/2006 | DGET-12/01/1999-TC Dt. 04 Nov 1999 |
| 11 | Plumber | 1 | 1st | No | Regular | Govt ITI – General | TSA/7770/173859(3689)TE-3 Dt. 10/11/1980 | ITI-1004/(247/04)/VE-2 Dt. 30/09/2006 | DGET-12/01/1999-TC Dt. 04 Nov 1999 |
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