Complete Step-by-Step Guide for Government and Private ITI
Assam ITI Admission 2026 notification has been officially released by the Directorate of Employment and Craftsmen Training, Assam. Eligible candidates can apply online for admission into Government and Private ITIs across Assam through the official e-counselling portal.
What Is ITI and Why Should You Choose It?
ITI stands for Industrial Training Institute. These institutes provide practical and technical skill-based training to students in various trades. After completing an ITI course in Assam, candidates become eligible for government jobs, private sector technical jobs, apprenticeship programs, and self-employment opportunities.
The biggest advantages of joining an ITI course are:
- Short-duration courses (6 months to 2 years)
- Practical, industry-focused training
- Government and private job eligibility
- Affordable fee structure
- Opportunity for apprenticeship after course completion
- Skill development for self-employment
Assam ITI Admission 2026 – Key Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Issuing Authority | Directorate of Employment and Craftsmen Training, Assam |
| ECF Notification Number | ECF No. 787526, Dated 25-05-2026 |
| Session Starts From | 1st August 2026 |
| Registration Begins | 26th May 2026 |
| Mode of Admission | Online E-Counselling |
| Official Website | https://itiassam.nic.in/ |
| Application Portal | https://admissions.nic.in/assamiti/ |
| Notification PDF | Download |
Eligibility Criteria – Age, Qualification, and Residency
Age Limit
Candidates must be at least 14 years of age as on 1st July 2026. There is no upper age limit mentioned for general candidates in the official notification.
Residency Requirement
Only Permanent Residents of Assam are eligible to apply for ITI admission under this notification.
Physical Fitness
All candidates must be physically fit to undergo rigorous vocational training. A medical check-up is required at the time of admission.
For the Fire Technology and Industrial Safety Management trade, candidates must meet these specific physical requirements:
- Height: Minimum 165 cm
- Weight: Minimum 52 kg
- Chest: Normal 81 cm, Expanded 85 cm
- Medical fitness certificate from a registered MBBS doctor is mandatory
Course Entry Qualification and Duration – Trade-Wise Details
Before selecting a trade, check the minimum educational qualification required carefully.
| Sl. No. | Name of Trade | Duration | Qualification Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stenographer & Secretarial Assistant (English), Fashion Design & Technology, DTP Operator, Multimedia Animation & Special Effects, Digital Photographer, Photographer, Mechanic Auto Body Painting, Secretarial Practice (English), Cosmetology, Front Office Assistant, Fire Technology & Industrial Safety Management | 1 Year | Passed Class 10 or equivalent |
| 2 | Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) | 1 Year | Passed Class 10 |
| 3 | BLTT (Bodo Language Transcription Trade) | 6 Months | Passed Class 10 |
| 4 | Mechanic Diesel, Pump Operator cum Mechanic, Plastic Processing Operator, Mechanic Tractor, Mechanic Auto Body Repair, Solar Technician (Electrical) | 1 Year | Passed Class 10 with Science & Mathematics |
| 5 | COE Sector – BBBT Modules (Plastic Processing, Fabrication, Construction & Wood Working, IT Sector) | 1 Year | Passed Class 10 |
| 6 | Painter (General) | 2 Years | Passed Class 10 |
| 7 | Mechanic Agricultural Machinery | 2 Years | Passed Class 10 with Science & Mathematics |
| 8 | Soil Testing and Crop Technician | 1 Year | Candidates must have passed Class 10 with Science and Mathematics from a recognised board. |
| 9 | Electrician, Mechanic Motor Vehicle, Draughtsman Civil, Draughtsman Mechanical, Fitter, Machinist, Turner, Surveyor, Electronics Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic, Refrigeration & AC Technician, ICT System Maintenance, Maintenance Mechanic Chemical Plant | 2 Years | Passed Class 10 with Science & Mathematics |
| 10 | Wireman | 2 Years | Passed Class 8 |
| 11 | Candidates must have passed Class 10 or an equivalent examination from a recognised board. | 1 Year | Passed Class 10 |
| 12 | CNC Machining Technician | 2 Years | Passed Class 10 |
| 13 | Mechanic Electric Vehicle | 2 Years | Passed Class 10 |
| 14 | Artificial Intelligence Programming Assistant | 1 Year | Passed Class 10 |
| 15 | Semiconductor Technician | 1 Year | Passed Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics. |
| 16 | Additive Manufacturing Technician (3D Printing) | 1 Year | Passed Class 10 with Science & Mathematics Candidates must have passed Class 10 with Science and Mathematics from a recognized board. |
| 17 | Drone Technician | 6 Months | Passed Class 10 with Science & Mathematics |
E-Counselling Schedule – All Important Dates
Regular E-Counselling Rounds
| Sl. No. | Event | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registration & Printing of Registration Details | 26th May to 11th June 2026 |
| 2 | Verification of Particulars by Govt. ITI | 26th May to 12th June 2026 |
| 3 | Rank Generation and Merit List Viewing Date | 15th June 2026 |
| 4 | Filling Choices for 1st E-Counselling | 16th to 19th June 2026 |
| 5 | Allotment of Seats – 1st Round | 22nd June 2026 |
| 6 | Admission & Fee Deposit – 1st Round | 23rd to 24th June 2026 |
| 7 | Allotment of Seats – 2nd Round | 26th June 2026 |
| 8 | Admission & Fee Deposit – 2nd Round | 29th to 30th June 2026 |
| 9 | Choice Filling for 3rd Round of E-Counselling | 1st & 2nd July 2026 |
| 10 | Allotment of Seats – 3rd Round | 3rd July 2026 |
| 11 | Admission & Fee Deposit – 3rd Round | 4th & 6th July 2026 |
| 12 | Choice Filling for 4th Round | 7th & 8th July 2026 |
| 13 | Allotment of Seats – 4th Round | 10th July 2026 |
| 14 | Admission & Fee Deposit – 4th Round | 13th & 14th July 2026 |
| 15 | Allotment of Seats – 5th Round | 15th July 2026 |
| 16 | Admission & Fee Deposit – 5th Round | 16th & 17th July 2026 |
1st Spot Admission Schedule
| Sl. No. | Event | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registration for Spot Admission | 20th to 22nd July 2026 |
| 2 | Verification of Particulars | 20th to 22nd July 2026 |
| 3 | Rank Generation | 23rd July 2026 |
| 4 | Reporting at Preferred ITIs | 24th & 27th July 2026 |
2nd Spot Admission Schedule
| Sl. No. | Event | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registration for Spot Admission | 30th July to 3rd August 2026 |
| 2 | Verification of Particulars | 30th July to 3rd August 2026 |
| 3 | Rank Generation | 4th August 2026 |
| 4 | Reporting at Preferred ITIs | 5th to 6th August 2026 |
How to Apply Online for Assam ITI Admission 2026?
Step 1: Go to the official ITI Assam website: https://itiassam.nic.in/
Step 2: Click on the admission or e-counselling link and open the candidate registration portal: https://admissions.nic.in/assamiti/applicant/root/Home.aspx?enc=k5U5Gp8NR6abhZ8Lld4oWj9UpCxPc0dLP8d/2oCbYlLSV8+2yZPBBynnwiLfPPfY9Sw3e3BFCnyJfcog/JofGA==
Step 3: Fill in all your personal details carefully — name, date of birth, residential address, contact number, and marks from your qualifying examination. Make sure every detail matches your original documents exactly.
Step 4: Upload scanned copies of your required documents such as Class 8 or Class 10 mark sheet, identity proof, and caste certificate if applicable.
Step 5: After completing registration, take a printout of your registration details. You will need this at the time of document verification.
Step 6: Visit your nearest Government ITI in person for verification of your original documents within the dates given in the schedule above.
Step 7: After verification, your rank will be generated on 15th June 2026. Log in to the portal and check your rank.
Step 8: Fill in your ITI and trade preferences online based on your rank and interest during the choice-filling window.
Step 9: Check allotment results on the portal. If you receive a seat, print your allotment letter and deposit the admission fee at the concerned ITI within the dates mentioned.
Step 10: Report to your allotted ITI once classes begin. Candidates who do not report within 15 days from the commencement of training will have their seat cancelled automatically.
Seat Reservation Policy
| Sl. No. | Category | General Areas | Tribal Areas | Hills Areas Sub-Plan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Schedule Caste | 7% | 7% | 7% |
| 2 | Schedule Tribes (H) | 5% | 5% | 18% |
| 3 | Schedule Tribes (P) | 10% | 23% | 10% |
| 4 | OBC including MOBC | 27% | 27% | 27% |
| 5 | Physically Handicapped (Divyang) | 4% | 4% | 4% |
| 6 | Economically Weaker Sections (EWSs) | 10% | 10% | 10% |
30% seats in each ITI are reserved for women candidates. If these seats are not fully occupied, they will be opened for male candidates in co-education ITIs.
If reserved category seats remain vacant due to lack of eligible candidates, they will be filled from the unreserved category from the 4th or 5th counselling round onwards.
Selection Procedure – How Merit Is Decided
There is no entrance exam. Seats are allocated on merit, based on marks obtained in the qualifying examination.
- For Post-Matric trades: If two candidates have equal percentage, marks in Mathematics are checked first, then English. If still equal, seats are allotted by system randomisation.
- For Under-Matric trades: Same rule applies using Class 8 marks.
- For Engineering and Non-Engineering trades: Candidates must have passed with Mathematics and English.
- For BLTT trade: English and Bodo language marks are considered.
- Divyang candidates must produce a trade suitability certificate from the National Career Service Centre for Differently Able, ITI Guwahati Campus, Gopinath Nagar, Guwahati-16.
- EWS candidates must submit a Family Income Certificate as EWSs for Assam, issued by the Competent Authority, at the time of document verification at Govt. ITI.
Admission Fee Structure
Government ITIs – NCVT and SCVT Trades
| Fee Head | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | Rs. 50/- per month (Rs. 600/- for 1 year) |
| Caution Money (Refundable) | Rs. 250/- |
| Registration Fee | Rs. 125/- |
| Medical Examination Fee | Rs. 25/- |
| Trainees Union Fee – 1 Year | Rs. 175/- |
| Trainees Union Fee – 2 Years | Rs. 350/- |
| Hostel Service Charge (if applicable) | Rs. 50/- |
| Hostel Caution Money (Refundable) | Rs. 250/- |
BPL candidates are exempt from tuition fees at Government ITIs, except for NCVT under IMC and SCVT under IMC courses.
IMC Courses – Higher Fee at Time of Admission
| Course Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Non-Engineering Courses | Rs. 15,000/- per year |
| Engineering Courses (1 Year) | Rs. 16,500/- per year |
| Engineering Courses (2 Years) | Rs. 33,000/- total |
For Private ITIs and ITIs under PPP mode, fee structure is as decided by the respective institute.
Major Government ITIs and Trades Available
| Sl. No. | ITI Name | Key Trades |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Guwahati | Machinist, Welder, COPA, Fitter, Turner, AC Technician, Wireman, Electrician |
| 2 | Jorhat | Stenographer, Fitter, Electrician, COPA, Draughtsman, Mechanic Diesel |
| 3 | Nagaon | Fitter, Turner, Machinist, Mechanic Diesel, MMV, Welder |
| 4 | Tezpur | Electrician, Welder, Fitter, COPA, Agri Machinery, Wireman |
| 5 | Barpeta | Electrician, Cosmetology, Sewing Technology, MMV, Welder, COPA, Fitter |
| 6 | Tinsukia | Fitter, Stenographer, COPA, Machinist, Electrician, MMV, Turner |
| 7 | Dibrugarh | Secretarial Practice, Cosmetology, Plastic Processing (BBBT CoE) |
| 8 | Bongaigaon | Mech. Diesel, Welder, Sewing Technology, MMV, Turner |
| 9 | Kokrajhar | Sewing Technology, COPA, Cosmetology, Welder, Electrician |
| 10 | Dhemaji | Welder, Electrician, MMV |
Full Govt. ITI List:
https://cdnbbsr.s3waas.gov.in/s3f3d9de86462c28781cbe5c47ef22c3e5/uploads/2024/05/2024052045.pdf
Full Private ITI List:
https://cdnbbsr.s3waas.gov.in/s3f3d9de86462c28781cbe5c47ef22c3e5/uploads/2024/05/2024052066.pdf
Documents Required at Time of Admission
- Original Class 10 mark sheet and admit card
- Original Class 8 mark sheet (for under-matric trade applicants)
- Certificate Format-I downloaded from the official website (for Class 8 pass candidates)
- Caste or community certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) if applicable
- Family Income Certificate (for EWS candidates)
- Trade suitability certificate (for Divyang candidates)
- Medical fitness certificate from MBBS doctor (for Fire Technology trade only)
- Residential proof showing permanent residence in Assam
- Registration printout from the counselling portal
- Recent passport-size photographs
Note for CBSE students: Convert your CGPA by multiplying by 9.5 before entering marks on the portal.
Career Opportunities After ITI
Completing an ITI course opens several doors for you:
- Apply for government technical posts in Railways, Power Departments, Oil PSUs, and central government organisations
- Work in private manufacturing, automobile, and construction companies
- Join apprenticeship programmes under the Apprenticeship Act for hands-on experience
- Pursue higher education through Craftsmen Training or lateral diploma entry
- Start your own technical workshop or small business
You can also check these current job opportunities suitable for ITI-qualified candidates:
- IIT Guwahati Junior Engineer Trainee Recruitment 2026: https://assamjobupdate.com/iit-guwahati-junior-engineer-trainee-recruitment-2026/
- Border Roads Organisation GREF 899 Vacancies: https://assamjobupdate.com/border-roads-organisation-gref-899-vacancies/
- SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026: https://assamjobupdate.com/sbi-apprentice-recruitment-2026/
- Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2026: https://assamjobupdate.com/bank-of-baroda-apprentice-recruitment-2026/
About the Directorate of Employment and Craftsmen Training, Assam
The Directorate of Employment and Craftsmen Training, Assam works under the Skill, Employment and Entrepreneurship Department, Government of Assam. It manages Government ITIs across the state and conducts the online admission and e-counselling process for vocational training courses. Students receive NCVT or SCVT certificates after successfully completing their course.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. When does registration start for Assam ITI Admission 2026? Registration opens on 26th May 2026 and continues till 11th June 2026.
Q. What is the minimum age to apply? Candidates must be at least 14 years old as on 1st July 2026.
Q. Is there any entrance exam? No. Admission is fully merit-based using marks from Class 8 or Class 10 qualifying examination.
Q. Can candidates from other states apply? No. Only permanent residents of Assam are eligible.
Q. What happens if I miss reporting after seat allotment? If you do not report within 15 days from the start of classes, your seat will be cancelled.
Q. How many counselling rounds are held? Five regular e-counselling rounds are held, followed by spot admission rounds for any remaining vacant seats.
Quick Links–
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Official ITI Assam Website | https://itiassam.nic.in/ |
| Online Application Portal | https://admissions.nic.in/assamiti/applicant/root/Home.aspx?enc=k5U5Gp8NR6abhZ8Lld4oWj9UpCxPc0dLP8d/2oCbYlLSV8+2yZPBBynnwiLfPPfY9Sw3e3BFCnyJfcog/JofGA== |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Notification PDF |
| Govt. ITI List PDF | https://cdnbbsr.s3waas.gov.in/s3f3d9de86462c28781cbe5c47ef22c3e5/uploads/2024/05/2024052045.pdf |
| Private ITI List PDF | https://cdnbbsr.s3waas.gov.in/s3f3d9de86462c28781cbe5c47ef22c3e5/uploads/2024/05/2024052066.pdf |
