An ITI course is one of the few education-to-employment pathways in India where the total cost can be under ₹2,000 for two years, the duration is 1–2 years, and the resulting certificate is recognised by Railways, Defence, PSUs, and private industry nationwide. For a Class 10 pass student in UP or Bihar who needs a direct, affordable path to a skilled job, understanding the ITI admission process is worth knowing before the deadline — not after.
Current status as of April 2026:
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Bihar ITICAT 2026 — applications are LIVE at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. Last date to apply: April 14, 2026. Exam: May 17, 2026. If you are in Bihar, do not delay — the window closes in 9 days.engineering.
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UP ITI 2026 — notification and applications expected from May 2026 at scvtup.in. Not yet open.engineering.
What an ITI Is and Why It Matters
An Industrial Training Institute operates under the Directorate General of Training (DGT), Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. ITIs provide hands-on vocational training in specific trades — turning Class 8 or Class 10 pass students into job-ready skilled workers over 1–2 years.
After completing the course, trainees appear for the All India Trade Test (AITT) conducted by NCVT (National Council for Vocational Training) to receive the National Trade Certificate (NTC) — a nationally and internationally recognised qualification for skilled tradespeople.
The case for ITI over other post-10th options is straightforward: short duration (6 months to 2 years), negligible fees at government ITIs, direct employment eligibility in Railways and Defence after certification, and access to apprenticeships under the Apprentices Act 1961 with monthly stipends of ₹5,000–₹9,000 while training on the job.
Bihar ITICAT 2026 — Applications Are Open Now
Bihar does not admit students to ITIs purely on Class 10 marks. It conducts a separate written entrance test — the ITI Competitive Admission Test (ITICAT) — organised by the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB).
2026 Confirmed Dates:
Apply at: bceceboard.bihar.gov.in
UP ITI 2026 — Applications Opening May 2026
UP ITI admission is administered by the State Council for Vocational Training, Uttar Pradesh (SCVTUP) at scvtup.in. Unlike Bihar, no written exam is required — selection is based entirely on a merit list drawn from Class 10 marks.
2026 Expected Dates (based on confirmed 2025 pattern):engineering.
These are expected dates based on the 2025 cycle (applications ran May 12 – June 22, 2025, Round 1 allotment July 3, 2025). Always verify at scvtup.in once the 2026 notification is published.
Eligibility
UP ITI 2026
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Minimum Class 8 pass (some trades) or Class 10 pass (most trades) from a recognised board
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Minimum age: 14 years as on August 1, 2026
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No maximum age limit for most trades
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UP domicile preferred for government seats
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No entrance exam — merit list from Class 10 marks
Bihar ITICAT 2026
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Must have passed Class 10 from BSEB, CBSE, CISCE, or any recognised board
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Candidates appearing in Class 10 exams can apply provisionally
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Minimum age: 14 years as on August 1, 2026 (17 years for vehicle mechanic trades)
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Must be Bihar domicile, or have parents/spouse as Bihar/Central government employee posted in Bihar
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Medical fitness required
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Written entrance exam (ITICAT) is mandatory — no direct merit-based admission
Bihar ITICAT 2026 – Exam Pattern
Mode: Offline, OMR-based.
Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes.
Marking: 2 marks per correct answer. No negative marking.
Language: Hindi and English.
Syllabus is Class 10 level — Mathematics, Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology basics), and General Knowledge. Candidates with strong Class 10 preparation and 2–3 months of MCQ practice are well-positioned.
Application Fees
Bihar ITICAT 2026:engineering.
UP ITI 2026:sarkariresult+1
Government ITI Fees — What You Actually Pay for the Course
This is where government ITI becomes compelling. The gap between government and private ITI costs is enormous:
These are tuition/training fees. Examination fees, tool kit costs, and study material are additional and vary by trade and institution.
Trade List — Engineering and Non-Engineering
ITI trades divide into two categories: Engineering (technical and field-based) and Non-Engineering (service and commercial skills).
High-Demand Engineering Trades:
High-Demand Non-Engineering Trades:
Best Trades for Government Jobs (UP & Bihar context):
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Electrician — highest demand in Railways, DRDO, CPWD, and private construction
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Fitter — Railways and defence recruit this trade most heavily
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COPA — best for government data entry, bank, and postal department roles
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Welder — quick private-sector employment; available from Class 8; 1-year course
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Draughtsman Civil — strong demand from UP and Bihar infrastructure projects
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Mechanic Motor Vehicle — growing with automotive sector expansion
UP ITI Application — Step by Step
Step 1 — Register at scvtup.in:
Click “New Registration.” You need a valid mobile number (OTP), email address, and Class 10 details. Save your Registration Number and Password immediately.
Step 2 — Fill the form:
Personal details — name, date of birth, gender, category exactly as on Class 10 marksheet. Educational details — board, year, subjects, marks. Domicile and district details.
Step 3 — Trade and ITI preference selection (the most strategic decision):
Select your preferred trade first, then fill in a priority list of ITI colleges. Government ITIs are far more competitive than private ones — include a realistic mix of government, aided, and private ITIs to maximise allotment chances. The trade you select becomes your professional training for 1–2 years.
Step 4 — Upload documents:
Passport-size photograph (JPG, under 50 KB), signature, Class 10 marksheet, category certificate if applicable, domicile certificate.
Step 5 — Pay application fee and save confirmation.
Bihar ITICAT Application — Step by Step
Apply at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in — last date April 14, 2026.
Step 1 — Register: Name, date of birth, mobile number, email. Verify OTP and create login.
Step 2 — Fill form: Personal and educational details. Select exam centre district (choose the one closest to you).
Step 3 — Upload photograph and signature in specified format.
Step 4 — Pay application fee (₹750 General/OBC/EBC; ₹100 SC/ST; ₹360 PwD).engineering.
Step 5 — Download admit card from May 8, 2026. Carry admit card and a valid photo ID to the exam. Attempt all 150 questions — no negative marking means leaving questions blank only hurts you.
Counselling Process
UP ITI — Computer-generated merit allotment (no physical attendance required):collegedekho+1
After applications close, SCVTUP generates a merit list from Class 10 percentage. Allotment happens based on merit, trade preference, and ITI preference list. Round 1 result is published on scvtup.in — if allotted, report to the ITI within the deadline. Unsatisfied candidates can participate in Rounds 2 and 3 for better options. Round 4 covers remaining seats for candidates who missed all main rounds.
Bihar ITICAT — Online counselling in two rounds plus mop-up:
After result, log in to BCECEB portal → fill trade and institute preference in priority order → save and lock choices → wait for seat allotment → report to allotted institute with all documents and admission fee.
Bihar ITICAT counselling fee: ₹750 (General/OBC/EBC), ₹100 (SC/ST), ₹430 (PwD).
Documents for Admission (After Seat Allotment)
When reporting to the ITI after allotment, carry:
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Class 10 marksheet and certificate (original + 2 photocopies)
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Date of birth proof (Class 10 certificate or Aadhaar)
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Category certificate — SC/ST/OBC/EWS (original + photocopy)
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Domicile/residence certificate from SDM or Tehsildar
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Transfer Certificate (TC) from last school attended
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Character Certificate from school head
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Aadhaar Card
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4–6 passport-size photographs
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Printed allotment letter from portal
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Fee payment receipt
After ITI — What Comes Next
Apprenticeship: Under the Apprentices Act 1961, ITI certificate holders can apply for apprenticeships at Railways, BHEL, ONGC, DRDO, and private manufacturers. Stipends range ₹5,000–₹9,000 per month during training.
Government recruitment: RRB Technician and Group D, SSC technical posts, defence MTS technical, and CPWD directly recruit ITI-qualified candidates.
Advanced training: Craft Instructor Training Scheme (CITS) qualifies ITI holders to become instructors at ITIs themselves.
Lateral entry to Diploma: Many polytechnic colleges offer direct second-year lateral entry to ITI graduates — getting a Diploma in Engineering in 2 more years rather than 3.
Self-employment: Electricians, welders, HVAC mechanics, and plumbers with ITI certification routinely set up workshops and service businesses.
All dates, fees, and eligibility conditions are subject to official notifications from SCVTUP (scvtup.in) and BCECEB (bceceboard.bihar.gov.in). The Bihar ITICAT 2026 application window is live — verify at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
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