What is the full form of ITI?

What is ITI?

ITI stands for Industrial Training Institute. There are many ITIs in India which provide education related to different industries after high school. The Directorate-General for Employment and Training (DGET), the Ministry of Skills Development and Entrepreneurship along with the Union Government established it to provide training to those students who do not want to continue their studies after high school.

Many private and government it is are available all over India. After the completion of the training, students have to appear for the AITT (All India Trade Test). Students who successfully pass the test get a National Trade Certificate. ITI has been established with the aim of training candidates to be ready for work in different industries.

Course duration

Different types of training programs are held by ITI and the duration of courses can be in the range of six months to 2 years. The nature of the course and its type is the basis on which the duration of the course depends.

Types of ITI Courses

ITI courses are of two types which include

• Non engineering trades

• Engineering trades

If you opt for the engineering trades, you have to learn different types of techniques which will help you in becoming an electrician. The subjects included in the engineering trades are math, science, engineering, and technology. Non-engineering courses include language skills, soft skills, and other types of trades.

Eligibility criteria to get admission in ITI

Eligibility criteria to get admission in an ITI institute depends upon the course that you choose. The list below is the eligibility criteria that you have to fulfill −

• You have to pass high school from a recognized board like ICSE, CBSE, etc.

• You can also go for any other examination which is equivalent to 10th class

• You have to obtain at least 35 percent aggregate in your high school or equivalent

• At the time of admission, your age should be between 14 and 40 years

• Educational qualification should be between 8th and 12th grade and this depends on the subject you choose

• There is an age relaxation of five years for war widows and ex-servicemen.

How to get admission in an ITI?

You can take admission in a government or private ITI. The admission process is based on merit. You also have to take a written examination to become eligible to get admission in ITI. Direct method of admission is also used in some of the institutes.

ITI Training

Different types of vocational training courses are available in ITI. These programs are arranged by NCVT (National Council of Vocational Training. There are two types of training programs offered by NCVT which include CTS (Craftsmen Training Scheme) and ATS (Apprentice Training Scheme). You need to perform the following tasks so that the course can be cleared successfully −

• You should have the ability to read and understand the technical documents

• You have to organize the processes of work and also check which materials and tools will be used to accomplish the given task

• You have to accomplish your task while keeping safety rules and accident prevention regulations in mind

• You also need to consider environmental protection

• Professional skills and knowledge should be applied during the task

• You need to create a document which will include technical parameters for the task that you have chosen to complete

Here are the time slots in the table below which have to be completed during the course −

Task	Time Duration
Professional skill trade practical	1260 hours
Acquiring theoretical knowledge	102 hours
Training skills for employability	55 hours
Library and extracurricular activities	13 hours
Simulator and live training	280 hours
Specific course content	40 hours

Assessment

You have to score 60% in practical and 40% in theory. Aspects included in the guidelines for assessment include the following

• The job that you have done in the lab or workshop

• Record book or daily diary

• Assessment answer sheet

• Viva voce

• Progress chart

• Attendance

• Punctuality

• Assignment

• Project work

Courses of ITI

There are many courses taught in ITI and you can go for the one in which you want to make your career. Some of these courses are listed below −

Architectural Draughtsmanship	Draughtsman (Civil) Engineering	Hospital House Keeping	Photographer
Baker & Confectioner	Draughtsman (Mechanical) Engineering	Hospital Waste Management	Plate Maker cum Impostor
Basic Cosmetology	Drawing/Mathematics	Human Resource Executive	Preparatory School Management (Assistant)
Bleaching & Dyeing Calico Print	Dress Making	Information Technology & E.S.M. Engineering	Preservation of Fruits and Vegetables
Cabin or Room Attendant	Dress Making	Institution House Keeping	Process Cameraman
Cane Willow and Bamboo Worker	Driver Cum Mechanic (Light Motor Vehicle)	Insurance Agent	Pump Operator
Catering and Hospitality Assistant	Electrician	IT	Refrigeration Engineering
Computer Operator and Programming Assistant	Event Management Assistant	Leather Goods Maker	Resource Person
Computer-Aided Embroidery And Designing	Fashion Design and Technology	Library & Information Science	Secretarial Practice (English)
Corporate House Keeping	Finance Executive	Litho Offset Machine Minder	Secretarial Practice
Counselling Skills	Fire Technology	Machinist Engineering	Spa Therapy
Craftsman Food Production (General)	Firemen	Manufacture Foot Wear	Stenographer & Secretarial Assistant (English)
Craftsman Food Production (Vegetarian)	Fitter-	Marketing Executive	Stenographer & Secretarial oratory Equipment Technician
Creche Management	Floriculture and Landscaping	Mech. Instrument Engineering	Surface Ornamentation Techniques (Embroidery)
Cutting and Sewing	Footwear Maker	Mechanical	Surveyor
Dairying	Front Office Assistant	Medical Transcription	Tool & Die Maker Engineering
Data Entry Operator	Fruit & Vegetable Processing	Motor Driving-cum-Mechanic Engineering	Tourist Guide
Desktop Publishing Operator	Hair & Skin Care	Multimedia Animation and Special Effects	Turner Engineering
Diesel Mechanic Engineering	Health Safety and Environment	Network Technician	Vessel Navigator
Digital Photographer	Health Sanitary Inspector	Office Assistant cum Computer Operator	Weaving Technician
Domestic House Keeping	Horticulture	Old Age Care Assistant	Web Designing and Computer Graphics
Para Legal Assistant or Munshi	Wireman

Course Fee

The course fee in an ITI depends upon the course that you have chosen. The fees are in the range of INR 5,000 to INR 50,000 per year. Tuition in government colleges is low in comparison to the private colleges. Students have to make payments for books and exams in each semester. The exam fee for each semester ranges from 500 to 1000.

Scope of ITI

Candidates who join ITI and complete the courses get a wide variety of opportunities to get a job and make a career. The government of India has also started different schemes to help such people to get a job or start a business. One such scheme is Skill India Mission which helps the ITI holders to get jobs as per their skills and expertise.

Difference between Polytechnic and ITI

ITI and Polytechnic have many differences and some of them are mentioned in the table below −

Aspect	ITI	Polytechnic
Course duration	6 months to 12 years	3 years
Emphasis	Develop skills for different types of jobs	Full courses related to engineering and technology
Types of courses	Electrician, computer operator, fitter, and many more	Mechanical, civil, electrical engineering, and many more
Teaching	Theory and practicals related to a specific job	Comprehensive course which include theoretical knowledge and practical skills
Employment	Students are employed immediately	Students are prepared for high salaries and employment

Conclusion

ITI stands for Industrial Training Institute. This is an institute in which students who have completed their 8^th class, 10^th class, or 12^th class are eligible for doing courses which can help them to do a job or start a business. Different types of courses are taught here and their duration lies in the range of 6 months to 2 years.

FAQs

1. What is the full form of ITI?

The full form of ITI is the Industrial Training Institute.

2. What is the purpose of establishing ITI?

The purpose of establishing ITI is to educate the people who want to become a professional after high school. The courses will help them to get a good job or start a business. Candidates whose age is in the range of 14 and 40 years are eligible to get admission in ITI.

3. Who is eligible for ITI courses?

Candidates who have passed 8th class or high school are eligible for ITI courses.

4. What are the courses taught in ITI?

There are many courses taught in ITI like computer operator and programming assistant, electronic mechanic, fashion technology, and many more.

5. What average annual salary can an ITI holder earn?

An ITI holder can earn salaries between 1 lac and 3 lacs per year.