Post NameCITS Online Admission 2025
Post Update On12 May 2025 || 5:23 PM
Short NotificationMinistry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Invited Admission for the Craft Instructor Training Scheme (CITS) for the 2025-26 session is currently underway. The program run under the supervision of the Directorate General of Training (DGT) aims to train instructors for Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) across India.
Details are given below :CITS Online Admission 2025
Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
Craft Instructor Training Scheme (CITS)
CITS Online Admission 2025
www.sarkaripad.com
Important DatesFee
●Application Begin : 8 May 2025
●Last Date Application : 28 May 2025
●Admit Card : 5 -15 June 2025
●Entrance Exam (AICET) : 15 June 2025
●Result Declaration: 22 June 2025
● I Round Counseling: 30 June -3 July 2025
●Document Verification: 7-10 July 2025
● II Round Counseling: 15-18 July 2025
●III Round Counseling: 30 July – 2 August 2025
●Open Counseling : 18-19August 2025
General/OBC: ₹500
SC/ST/EWS/PwD/Female: ₹300
Payment Mode : Fees should be paid online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
Age On : As 8 May 2025
Minimum Age limit: 16 years as on first day of as sacademic session or as specified in the syllabus.
Maximum age : No Upper Limit.
CategoryMinimum Qualifying Marks
General33
OBC29
EWS29
SC/ST/PH20
CITS Trades Offered List2025
Non-Engineering TradesEngineering Trades
Computer Software Applications (CSA)Electrician
Dress MakingFitter
CosmetologyMechanic Motor Vehicle
Sewing TechnologyWelder
Surface Ornamentation TechniquesTurner
Fashion Design TechnologyMachinist
Electronics Mechanic
Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
Draughtsman Mechanical/Civil
Instrument Mechanic
Admission Process Overview:
●Apply online via www.sarkaripadc.com.
●Entrance Exam (AICET) by NTA.
●Merit List and Counseling.
●Document Verification and Final Admission.
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Official NotificationClick Here
Exam SyllabusClick Here
Official WebsiteClick Here
FAQs
🗹 What is CITS?
Answer : CITS stands for Crafts Instructor Training Scheme. It is a one-year training program designed to prepare skilled ITI graduates or diploma holders to become Vocational Instructors in ITIs and other training institutions.

🗹 Who conducts CITS training?

Answer : CITS training is conducted by:
National Skill Training Institutes (NSTIs)
Institute of Training of Trainers (IToTs)
Some state government institutes

🗹 What is AICET?
Answer : AICET stands for All India Common Entrance Test, conducted by NTA (National Testing Agency) for admission into CITS courses.

🗹 What are the eligibility criteria?
Answer : ITI pass (NTC – National Trade Certificate) in the relevant trade OR
Diploma/Degree in the relevant engineering branch
Candidates with diploma/degree should choose a trade aligned with their qualification.

🗹 What is the duration of CITS?

Answer : course duration is 1 year (2 semesters) including practical training, theory, and trade testing.

🗹 Is there any age limit for applying?
Answer : No specific upper age limit is mentioned, but candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements.

🗹 What is the benefit of doing CITS?
Answer : After completing CITS, candidates become eligible to apply for Instructor posts (Craft Instructor) in:
Government ITIs
Private ITIs
Other vocational training institutes

🗹 How is admission given?
Answer : Apply online at nimionlineadmission.in
Appear for AICET
Based on merit and choice filling, seats are allotted through online counseling

🗹 Is hostel and stipend available?
Answer : Hostel: Available in most NSTIs (depends on the institute)
Stipend: Usually not provided, but some state institutes may offer minor assistance

🗹 What is the fee for CITS?
Answer : General/OBC: ₹500 to ₹700 (application fee)
SC/ST/PwD/Female: ₹250 to ₹350
Training Fee: Around ₹1,000 to ₹2,000 per semester (varies by institute)

🗹Can I apply for multiple trades?
Answer : No, candidates are allowed to apply for only one trade as per their qualification and eligibility.

🗹 What is the exam pattern for AICET?
Answer : 100 MCQs
Duration: 2 hours
Subjects: Trade-related knowledge, General Aptitude, Reasoning, and English.

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