ITI stands for Industrial Training Institute which offers industrial courses to candidates seeking trade-based job courses. These courses are chosen by those candidates who wish to begin a skill-based career that is in huge demand in national as w ell as international industries. It is commenced by the Department of Employment and Training, Government of Karnataka. This course provides both Government and private vocational training in various engineering and non-engineering trades. In this article, we will discuss Karnataka ITI admission details like Application Form, Rank List, Counselling, and much more.
Karnataka ITI Admission 2024 Important Dates
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Starting of Application | May 2024 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | June 2024 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment List | To be Announced |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment List | To be Announced |
| Round 3 Seat Allotment List | To be Announced |
Karnataka ITI Admission 2024 Eligibility Criteria
The candidate needs to check his/her eligibility to ensure a smooth admission process in the desired course. The eligibility criteria for Karnataka ITI admission is as follows-
- Candidates must be a citizen on India and domicile of Karnataka State
- Candidate must have passed 10th class/ SSLC Pass from a recognized Education Board like CBSE/Karnataka school Examination Board with subjects like Mathematics and Science
- The minimum age limit for admission is between 14 years of age
Education Qualification-
The following are the education qualification for ITI admission-
For Engineering trades
| Name of Trade | Minimum Qualification |
| Carpenter | 10th Pass |
| Desk Top Publishing Operator | SSLC Pass (English Medium) & Typing speed 30 wpm in English |
| Computer Operator and Programming Assistant | II PUC Pass or 3- year Diploma |
| Foundryman | SSLC Pass |
| Mechanic (Diesel) | SSLC Pass |
| Plastic Processing Operator | SSLC Pass |
| Mason | SSLC Pass/Fail |
| Sheet Metal Worker | SSLC Pass |
| Mechanic Tractor | SSLC Pass |
| Plumber | SSLC Pass/Fail |
| Wireman | SSLC Pass/Fail |
| Welder | SSLC Pass |
For Non -Engineering trades
| Trade name | Minimum Qualification |
| Embroidery and needle work | 10th Fail |
| Cutting and Tailoring | 10th Pass/Fail |
| Dress Making | 10th Pass |
| COPA | PUC |
| Secretarial Practice | PUC |
| Stenography (English) | PUC |
Karnataka ITI Admission 2024 Application Form
The application form for Karnataka ITI admission can be filled using online means. The following are the steps that the candidate must follow to register him/her for the ITI course-
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- Visit the official website of the Karnataka ITI- emptrg.kar.nic.in
- Click on the ‘New Candidate Registration’ and start filling in the required details like email ID password etc.
- Now, verify the email by clicking on the verification link send by Karnataka ITI
- Now, Log in to your account and click on the apply button
- A form will appear, fill the form with correct information
- Now upload your scanned passport size photograph
- Now you have to upload the scanned copy of all the certificates and documents mentioned below
- Now a payment gateway will open where you have to pay the application fee using Credit/Debit, UPI, Net Banking, or challan
- Take a print out of the payment confirmation slip and the application for future uses
Documents required for Karnataka ITI Admission
The following are the list of documents required for Karnataka ITI Admission-
- Scanned Passport Size photograph under 1 MB
- Scanned copy of class 10th, passed certificate/ Mark Sheet showcasing all the marks obtained in the subjects
- Aadhar Card
ITI Application Fee
The application fee for the Karnataka ITI application form depends on the category that the candidate belongs to. The following are the application fee required for the candidates to pay-
| Candidate’s Category | Application Fee (INR) |
| General | 1000/- |
| SC/ ST/ Others | 500/- |
Types of ITI Trades (Courses)
There are different trades available for the candidates to choose from. It can be divided into two categories –Engineering and Non-Engineering courses. The following are the different types of trades that the candidate can choose from-
Non -Engineering trades (Duration 1 year)
- Dress Making
- Cutting and Tailoring
- Embroidery and needle work
- Stenography (English)
- Secretarial Practice
- COPA
Engineering trades (Duration 1 year)
- Computer Operator and Programming Assistant
- Foundry man
- Carpenter
- Desk Top Publishing Operator
- Mechanic (Diesel)
- Mechanic Tractor
- Welder
- Mason
- Plumber
- Sheet Metal Worker
- Plastic Processing Operator
- Wireman
Admission/ Selection Process
The selection process of the AP ITI is based on the merit list which is based on the marks obtained in the qualification examination. Based on the merit list candidates will be provided with colleges where they can apply for the admission.
Reservation for Seat Allotment
The reservation for Karnataka ITI admission based on the category of the candidates is as follows-
| Category | Reservation Policy (%) |
| Women Candidates | 33.3% |
| Specially abled Candidates | 5% |
| Ex-combatants / ex-warriors candidates | 2% |
| Peasants Wards | 5% |
| Candidates from Rural Areas | 10% |
| Candidates from Kannada Medium | 5% |
Counselling
A counselling session will be organized for the candidates who have qualified for the entrance examination. Based on the merit list, the candidates will be offered different colleges to choose from. You can choose the colleges based on your liking, fees, location, etc. when appearing for the counselling session of a particular college, the candidate must provide relevant documents in original as well as a printout. The following are the list of documents that are required during the counselling session-
- 10th Mark Sheet and Certificate
- Category Certificate if applicable
- Character Certificate
- Domicile Certificate
- Any other document as per the instructions
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