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ITI Mechanic (Motor Vehicle)

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A two-year NCVT trade covering diesel and petrol engines, transmission, brakes and vehicle electricals - the foundation for auto workshop work and, increasingly, EV servicing.

Am I eligible?
Duration
2 years
Entry after
Class 10
Entrance exam
None
Study mode
OnCampus
Licence
Registration with the State Allied and Healthcare Council under NCAHP, where the state council has been constituted
01 · Overview

What the trade is

Two years after Class 10, covering both diesel and petrol vehicles. It is the broadest of the mechanical trades and the one changing fastest.

02 · What you learn

What you learn

Engines, transmission, steering, brakes, suspension and vehicle electrical systems, with the diagnostic equipment modern vehicles require. Most institutes now include hybrid and electric drivetrain basics, and manufacturer training on top — Maruti, Tata, Hyundai all run their own — is what moves you from helper to technician quickly.

03 · Who it suits

Who it suits

People who like diagnosis: working out why something fails rather than only replacing it. Work exists in every town, in authorised service centres, independent garages, fleet operators and heavy vehicle maintenance.

04 · The honest part

The honest part

Vehicles are becoming computers with wheels, and a mechanic who cannot read a diagnostic tool is being left behind quickly. That is an opportunity if you keep learning and a cliff if you do not. Electric vehicles also remove much of what this trade traditionally taught — engines, gearboxes, exhausts — so treat battery and EV training as the next step rather than an optional extra.

05 · Eligibility and admission

Eligibility and admission

Who can apply. 10th pass with Science and Maths.

How you get in. State ITI merit / DGT admission portal.

How it is studied. Full-time only. UGC does not permit this programme in distance or online mode, as it requires laboratory, clinical or studio training.

Licence to practise. Registration with the State Allied and Healthcare Council under NCAHP, where the state council has been constituted.

Admission rules change every year. Confirm eligibility, the entrance test and the calendar against the current official notification.

06 · Where this leads

Where this can lead

Where people work.

  • OEM authorised service centres (Maruti, Tata, Hyundai)
  • Multi-brand workshops
  • Fleet and logistics operators
  • State transport corporations

What you can study next.

  • NAPS Apprenticeship
  • OEM training programmes
  • Diploma in Automobile Engineering via lateral entry
  • EV upskilling
07 · Next steps

Cost, duration and indicative earnings

Indicative total course fee. Govt ITI: about 3,000 - 15,000 total; Private ITI: about 25,000 - 90,000 total.

Indicative starting salary. 12,000 - 22,000 per month.

Typical duration. 2 years.

Fees and salaries here are indicative ranges, not quotes. Confirm the current fee with the institution and treat the salary as a starting range that varies by employer and location.

Entry

Who can apply

1 route into this course.

QualificationStreamMinimumSubjects
Class 10 Any — Science and Maths

Percentages are indicative. State directorates and individual institutes set their own cut-offs, and reserved-category relaxations differ by state.

Outcomes

Careers this course leads to

6 routes mapped from this qualification.

Diesel & auto mechanic
EV upskilling now essential
Common route
EV service technician
new-vehicle shortage skill
Common route
Automobile Mechanic
Diagnoses and repairs vehicles. EV service upskilling is increasingly the differentiator as the fleet transitions.
Alternative route
Service Technician
Services and repairs vehicles or equipment at a workshop or dealership, working to standard times and warranty procedures. Manufacturer training counts for as much as the trade certificate.
Alternative route
Service Advisor
Is the customer's point of contact at a vehicle service centre - diagnosing the complaint, explaining the work, quoting and following it through. Needs enough technical knowledge to be trusted by both sides.
Alternative route
Fleet Maintenance Technician
Keeps a fleet of vehicles serviceable - scheduled maintenance, breakdowns and records - for a transport operator, logistics firm or bus service. Downtime is the number the job is measured by.
Alternative route

A course supports eligibility and preparation. It never guarantees a particular job.

Questions

Common questions

Who can apply for ITI Mechanic (Motor Vehicle)?

10th pass with Science and Maths. Admission is through State ITI merit / DGT admission portal.

How long does ITI Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) take?

2 years. Full-time only. UGC does not permit this programme in distance or online mode, as it requires laboratory, clinical or studio training.

What does ITI Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) cost?

Govt ITI: about 3,000 - 15,000 total; Private ITI: about 25,000 - 90,000 total. These are indicative ranges, not quotes. Confirm the current fee with the institution.

What can I study after ITI Mechanic (Motor Vehicle)?

NAPS Apprenticeship, OEM training programmes, Diploma in Automobile Engineering via lateral entry, EV upskilling.

Does ITI Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) need a licence or registration to practise?

Registration with the State Allied and Healthcare Council under NCAHP, where the state council has been constituted.