The admission process for ITI trades/courses differs from state to state. Some states provide ranks to the candidates according to their percentage/ grades which they have scored in their respective classes and some states conduct entrance exams for the admissions. Students need to go through the official website of the ITIs of their respective states to know about the admission process.
These are some general methods used for the selection of the candidates:
- Mostly, the selection is done on the basis of merit. Candidates are allocated with the ranks according to their marks scored and then the institute releases a cutoff and students are allocated with their courses and colleges as well.
- Some institutes conduct entrance based admissions in which students who score higher marks are given preference.
- Some states even conduct a round of personal interviews
ITI Courses after Class 10th
List of some ITI courses one can apply after completing their class 10th
| Name of the Course | Stream | Duration |
| Foundry Man Engineering | Engineering | 1 year |
| Sheet Metal Worker Engineering | Engineering | 1 year |
| Surveyor Engineering | Engineering | 2 years |
| Mechanic Radio &T.V. Engineering | Engineering | 2 years |
| Hand Compositor | Non -Engineering | 1 year |
| Mechanic Electronics Engineering | Engineering | 2 years |
| Mechanic Motor Vehicle Engineering | Engineering | 2 years |
| Leather Goods Maker | Non -Engineering | 1 year |
| Commercial Art | Non -Engineering | 1 year |
| Bleaching & Dyeing Calico Print | Non -Engineering | 1 year |
| Electrician Engineering | Engineering | 2 years |
| Letter Press Machine Mender | Non -Engineering | 1 year |
| Secretarial Practice | Non -Engineering | 1 year |
| Machinist Engineering | Engineering | 1 year |
| Hair and Skin Care | Non -Engineering | 1 year |
| Refrigeration Engineering | Engineering | 2 years |
| Fruit and Vegetable Processing | Non -Engineering | 1 year |
| Mech.Instrument Engineering | Engineering | 2 years |
| Motor Driving-cum- Mechanic Engineering | Engineering | 1 year |
| Turner Engineering | Engineering | 2 years |
| Dress Making | Non -Engineering | 1 year |
| Manufacture Foot Wear | Non -Engineering | 1 year |
| Information Technology &E.S.M. Engineering | Engineering | 2 years |
| Draughtsman (Civil) Engineering | Engineering | 2 years |
| Pump Operator | Engineering | 1 year |
| Fitter Engineering | Engineering | 2 years |
| Tool & Die Maker Engineering | Engineering | 3 years |
| Draughtsman (Mechanical)
Engineering |
Engineering | 2 years |
| Diesel Mechanic Engineering | Engineering | 1 year |
ITI Courses after Class 8th
There are some courses that a candidate can pursue after completing their class 8th. These are specially designed for those students who are not able to continue their studies due to financial problems. However, other students who are eager to learn can apply too. Have a look at these courses.
| Name of the Course | Stream | Duration |
| Embroidery &Needle Work | Non-Engineering | 1 year |
| Book Binder | Non-Engineering | 1 year |
| Mechanic Tractor | Non-Engineering | 1 year |
| Weaving of Fancy Fabric | Non-Engineering | 1 year |
| Pattern Maker Engineer | Non-Engineering | 2 years |
| Cutting and Sewing | Non-Engineering | 1 year |
| Wireman Engineering | Engineering | 2 years |
| Plumber Engineering | Engineering | 1 year |
| Carpenter Engineering | Engineering | 1 year |
| Welder (Gas and Electric Engineering) | Engineering | 1 year |
ITI Courses Exam and Certification
- After completing, one must have to go through the All India Trade Test (AITT) organized by National Council for Vocational Training.(NCVT)
- After passing AITT candidates will be awarded a National Trade Certificate.
- Students who want to start earning early and who are seeking employment in the fields like textile, carpenter workshops, electrician shops, welding etc. can find ample opportunities after completing their degree from ITI. Students can also apply for government jobs in the same fields as well.
Benefits of ITI Courses
There are various benefits of pursuing ITI Courses. Benefits are as follows:-
- It provides job settlement at early stage
- No need to study at regular degree of 3 years
- It provides easy employment
Admission Process of iTI Courses
The admission in ITI Courses varies from state to state. There are different entrance exams conducted by different states and the candidates are selected according to the marks scored.
