The Directorate General of Training (DGT), Government of India, invites online applications for admission to the Craft Instructor Training Course (CITS) through the All India Common Entrance Test 2025. Eligible candidates can apply online from 8 May 2025 to 28 May 2025. This course offers a great opportunity for candidates looking to become certified vocational instructors. Below you’ll find complete details like eligibility criteria, age limit, important dates, application fees, exam pattern, exam cities, and the step-by-step application process for CTI / CITS Admission 2025.
Overview – CTI / CITS Admission 2025
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Directorate General of Training (DGT), Govt. of India |
| Course Name | Craft Instructor Training (CTI/CITS) |
| Admission Session | 2025-2026 |
| Course Duration | 1 Year |
| Admission Basis | Common Entrance Test |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | nimionlineadmission.in |
Important Dates
- Online Application Start: 08/05/2025
- Last Date to Apply: 28/05/2025 (11:59 PM)
- Written Exam Date : 15/06/2025
- Exam Admit Card : 05/06/2025
- Exam Result Issue : 22/06/2025
- Merit List Released : 29/06/2025
- 1st Round Counselling Schedule :-
- Choice Filling Date : 30 June To 03 July 2025
- 1st Round Counselling Result : 04/07/2025
- Document Verification Date : 07-10 July 2025
- Online Transfer Round Date : 11/07/2025
- Online Transfer Round Result : 13/07/2025
- 2nd Round Counselling Schedule :-
- Choice Filling Date : 15-18 July 2025
- 2nd Round Counselling Result : 19/07/2025
- Document Verification Date : 22-25 July 2025
- Online Transfer Round Date : 26/07/2025
- Online Transfer Round Result : 28/07/2025
- 3rd Round Counselling Schedule :-
- Choice Filling Date : 30 July To 02 August 2025
- 3rd Round Counselling Result : 03/08/2025
- Document Verification Date : 06-08 August 2025
- Online Transfer Round Date : 09/08/2025
- Online Transfer Round Result : 11/08/2025
- Spot Round / Open Counselling : 18-19 Aug 2025
- Physical Reporting Date : Upto 22/08/2025
- Session Commencement From : 25/08/2025
Application Fees
- General / OBC Candidates: ₹500/-
- SC / ST / EWS Candidates: ₹300/-
- PH (Divyang) Candidates: ₹300/-
- All Female Candidates: ₹300/-
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Counselling Fees (All Candidates): ₹1000/-
Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking)
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates passed Class 10th from a recognized board.
- NTC/NAC Certificate in the relevant trade, or
- Diploma/Degree from a recognized Technical Board or University.
Selection Process
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) Entrance Exam
- Counselling
- Document Verification & Admission
Exam Pattern (CBT)
- Objective-type multiple-choice questions.
- A detailed syllabus and marks distribution are provided in the official notification.
Exam Centre List (Tentative)
Exam centers across India include:
- Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chandigarh, Lucknow, Jaipur, Patna, Guwahati, Pune, Nagpur, Kanpur, Varanasi, Raipur, Ranchi, Bhopal, Indore, Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Jammu, Srinagar, Leh, and more.
How to Apply for CTI / CITS Admission 2025?
- Visit the official website: nimionlineadmission.in.
- Click on “CITS Admission 2025 – Apply Online.”
- Register with basic details.
- Fill out the online application form.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Preview your application carefully before submitting it.
- Submit and take a printout.
Important Links
| Content | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Short Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs – CTI / CITS Admission 2025
Q1. What is the last date to apply for CTI / CITS Admission 2025?
Ans: The last date is 28 May 2025.
Q2. What qualifications are required for CTI Admission 2025?
Ans: 10th pass with NTC/NAC certificate in relevant trade or Diploma/Degree from a recognized Board/University.
Q3. How much is the application fee for General candidates?
Ans: Application fee is ₹500/- for General/OBC candidates.
Q4. When is the CTI Entrance Exam scheduled?
Ans: The exam date is 15 June 2025.
