Lok Sabha Question No. 1508 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2018-03-05
Subject: List of ITI Courses
Ministry: SKILL DEVELOPMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Asked by: PR. SENTHILNATHAN, RAMESH CHANDER KAUSHIK, KRISHNAN NARAYANASAMY RAMACHANDRAN, R.K. BHARATHI MOHAN, KIRTI (JHA) AZAD

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF SKILL DEVELOPMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP

## LOK SABHA

## UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 1508 TO BE ANSWERED ON 05.03.2018

## LIST OF ITI COURSES

1508.  SHRI PR. SENTHIL NATHAN:                    SHRI RAMESH CHANDER KAUSHIK:

SHRI K.N. RAMACHANDRAN:                   SHRI BHARATHI MOHAN R.K: SHRI KIRTI AZAD:

## Will  the  Minister  of  SKILL  DEVELOPMENT  AND  ENTREPRENEURSHIP  be pleased to state:

- (a) the  details  of  ITI  courses  proposed  and  conducted  during  the  last  three  years  by various  ITIs  in  both  Centre  and  State  Governments,  Private  institutes  to  produce  skilled workers to suite the Industry needs;

- (b) whether the Government has given any approval for any such new courses to make ITIs job oriented and to suite the industry needs and if so, the details thereof;

- (c) whether  the  Government  has  assessed  the  impact  of  industrial  and  vocational training given through various Industrial Training Institutes and Vocational Training Institutes in the country;

- (d). if  so,  the  details  thereof  and  the  list  of  courses  conducted  and  persons  trained annually in the last three years, year-wise and State-wise; and

- (e). whether the Government has accorded approval to such innovating and job-oriented courses so that industrial training institutes could be made job-oriented and they could meet industrial requirement and if so, the details thereof?

## ANSWER

## MINISTER IN THE MINISTRY OF SKILL DEVELOPMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP (SHRI DHARMENDRA PRADHAN)

- (a) Vocational  training  is  being  imparted  in  128  Trades  (74  Engineering,  49  NonEngineering & 5 for Divyangs) under Craftsmen Training Scheme (CTS) in ITIs across the Country  since  last  three  year  and  current  year    to  produce  skilled  workers  to  suite  the Industry needs.
- (b) Government has given approval for 16 new courses under Dual System of Training (DST)  to make ITIs job oriented and to suite the industry needs. The list of such courses is at Annexure-I.

Apart from above , in the  year  2014,  a total  of  21  new  trades  have  been  included under CTS in consultation with industry experts, academia etc. and a new trade titled 'Soil Testing and Crop Technician' has also been included in the year 2017.

- (c) & (d). The Directorate General of Training (DGT) under Ministry of Skill Development &  Entrepreneurship  (MSDE)  is  implementing  a  scheme  titled  'Up  gradation  of  400  ITIs' under the World Bank assisted Vocational Training Improvement Project (VTIP). Under this scheme, a study was conducted in the year 2015 by an external agency to assess labour market  performance  of  the  ITI  sector  covering  12,000  pass-outs  from  500  ITIs    spread across 21 States. The Study reveals that 63.5% pass-out trainees from Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) find employment. Details of the 128 trades and trainees admitted, annually during the last three years are at annexure-II and III respectively.
- (e). Government  has  given  approval  for  following  new  innovative  schemes  to  make training in ITIs job oriented:
- (i). Introduction  of  two  year  Advanced  Technical  Diploma  in  collaboration  with IBM, for ITI pass outs in Central Institutes under DGT in the field of  'IT, Networking and Cloud Computing'.
- (ii). The  World  Bank  assisted  project  Skills  Strengthening  for  Industrial  Value Enhancement (STRIVE):  The project envisages curriculum development in emerging areas and  would  encourage ITIs covered under the project  to introduce new job oriented courses to respond to the Industrial needs.
- (iii). 'Dual  System  of  Training'  (DST)  in  ITIs  from  August,  2016  with  objective  to improve  job  placements.  This  system  enables  industries  to  partner  with  Government  & Private  ITIs  for  conducting  training  programmes  under  high  employability  courses  to  fulfill the needs of industries.

## STATEMENT  REFERRED  TO  IN  REPLY  TO  PART  (b)  OF  LOK  SABHA  UNSTARRED QUESTION NUMBER 1508 TO BE ANSWERED  ON 05.03.2018

The Dual System of Training is currently available in the following 16 trades:

- i. Electrician
- ii. Fitter
- iii. Machinist
- iv. Turner
- v. Electronics Mechanic
- vi. Welder
- vii. Mechanic Diesel
- viii. Mechanic (Motor Vehicle)
- ix. Cosmetology
- x. Tool & Die Maker (Dies & Moulds)
- xi. Draughtsman (Mechanical)
- xii. Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant)
- xiii. Mechanic Refrigeration and Air-conditioning
- xiv. Plumber
- xv. Automotive Body Repair
- xvi. Automotive Paint Repair

## STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PART (c & d) OF LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NUMBER 1508 TO BE ANSWERED  ON 05.03.2018

Annexure -II

## List of 128 trades (Engineering and Non- Engineering) under Craftsmen Training Scheme

| S.No.   | Name of the Trade                                       | Duration    |
|---------|---------------------------------------------------------|-------------|
| 1       | 2                                                       | 3           |
|         | Engineering Trades                                      |             |
| 1.      | Architectural Assistant                                 | 2 Semesters |
| 2.      | Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant)                     | 4 Semesters |
| 3.      | Carpenter                                               | 2 Semesters |
| 4.      | Draughtsman (Civil)                                     | 4 Semesters |
| 5.      | Draughtsman (Mechanical)                                | 4 Semesters |
| 6.      | Domestic Painter                                        | 2 Semesters |
| 7.      | Electrician                                             | 4 Semesters |
| 8.      | Electronic Mechanic                                     | 4 Semesters |
| 9.      | Electroplater                                           | 4 Semesters |
| 10      | Fitter                                                  | 4 Semesters |
| 11.     | Foundry man Technician                                  | 2 Semesters |
| 12.     | Gold Smith                                              | 2 Semesters |
| 13.     | Information Communication Technology System Maintenance | 4 Semesters |
| 14.     | Industrial Painter                                      | 2 Semesters |
| 15.     | Instrument Mechanic                                     | 4 Semesters |
| 16.     | Instrument Mechanic (Chemical Plant)                    | 4 Semesters |
| 17.     | Interior Decoration and Designing                       | 2 Semesters |
| 18.     | Laboratory Assistant (Chemical Plant)                   | 4 Semesters |
| 19.     | Lift and Escalator Mechanic                             | 4 Semesters |
| 20.     | Machinist                                               | 4 Semesters |
| 21.     | Machinist (Grinder)                                     | 4 Semesters |
| 22.     | Maintenance Mechanic (Chemical Plant)                   | 4 Semesters |
| 23.     | Marine Engine Fitter                                    | 2 Semesters |
| 24.     | Marine Fitter                                           | 4 Semesters |
| 25.     | Mason (Building Constructor)                            | 2 Semesters |
| 26.     | Mechanic Diesel                                         | 2 Semesters |
| 27.     | Mechanic Mining Machinery                               | 4 Semesters |
| 28.     | Mechanic Motor Vehicle                                  | 4 Semesters |
| 29.     | Mechanic (Refrigeration and Air-Conditioner)            | 4 Semesters |
| 30.     | Mechanic (Tractor)                                      | 2 Semesters |
| 31.     | Mechanic Agricultural Machinery                         | 4 Semesters |
| 32.     | Mechanic Auto Electrical and Electronics                | 2 Semester  |
| 33.     | Mechanic Lens/Prism Grinding                            | 2 Semesters |
| 34.     | Mechanic Motor Cycle                                    | 2 Semester  |

| 35.   | Mechanic Machine Tools Maintenance              | 4 Semesters              |
|-------|-------------------------------------------------|--------------------------|
| 36.   | Mechanic Mechatronics                           | 4 Semesters              |
| 37.   | Mechanic Medical Electronics                    | 4 Semesters              |
| 38.   | Operator Advanced Machine Tools                 | 4 Semesters              |
| 39.   | Painter General                                 | 4 Semesters              |
| 40.   | Physiotherapy Technician                        | 2 Semesters              |
| 41.   | Plastic Processing Operator                     | 2 Semesters              |
| 42.   | Plumber                                         | 2 Semesters              |
| 43.   | Pump Operator-cum-Mechanic                      | 2 Semesters              |
| 44.   | Radiology Technician                            | 4 Semesters              |
| 45.   | Rubber Technician                               | 2 Semesters              |
| 46.   | Sheet Metal Worker                              | 2 Semesters              |
| 47.   | Spinning Technician                             | 4 Semesters              |
| 48.   | Stone Processing Machines Operator              | 2 Semesters              |
| 49.   | Stone Mining Machine Operator                   | 2 Semesters              |
| 50.   | Surveyor                                        | 2 Semesters              |
| 51.   | Textile Mechatronics                            | 4 Semesters              |
| 52.   | Textile Wet Processing Technician               | 4 Semesters              |
| 53.   | Tool & Die Maker (Dies &Moulds)                 | 4 Semesters              |
| 54.   | Tool & Die Maker (Press Tools, Jigs & Fixtures) | 4 Semesters              |
| 55.   | Turner                                          | 4 Semesters              |
| 56.   | Vessel Navigator                                | 4 Semesters              |
| 57.   | Welder                                          | 2 Semesters              |
| 58.   | Weaving Technician                              | 4 Semesters              |
| 59.   | Wireman                                         | 4 Semesters              |
| 60.   | Mechanic Auto Body Repair                       | One year (Two semesters) |
| 61.   | Mechanic Auto Body Painting                     | One year (Two semesters) |
| 62.   | Mechanic Air-conditioning Plant                 | 4 Semesters              |
| 63.   | Civil Engineer Assistant                        | 4 Semesters              |
| 64.   | Technician Power Electronic System              | 4 Semesters              |
| 65.   | Mechanic Consumer Electronics Appliances        | 4 Semesters              |
| 66.   | Welder (GMAW & GTAW)                            | 2 Semesters              |
| 67.   | Welder (Fabrication & Fitting)                  | 2 Semesters              |
| 68.   | Welder (Structural)                             | 2 Semesters              |
| 69.   | Welder (Pipe)                                   | 2 Semesters              |
| 70.   | Welder (Welding & Inspection)                   | 2 Semesters              |
| 71.   | Information Technology                          | 4 Semesters              |
| 72.   | Computer Hardware &Network Maintenance          | 2 Semesters              |
| 73.   | Refractory Technician                           | 4 Semesters              |
|       | Architectural Draughtsman                       | 2 Semesters              |
| 74.   |                                                 |                          |
|       | Non- Engineering Trades                         |                          |
| 1.    | Baker and Confectioner                          | 2 Semesters              |
| 2.    | Computer Operator and Programming Assistant     | 2 Semesters              |
| 3.    | Food Production (General)                       | 2 Semesters              |
| 4.    | Sewing Technology                               | 2 Semesters              |
| 5.    | Computer Aided Embroidery And Designing         | 2 Semesters              |
| 6.    | Dairying                                        | 2 Semesters              |
| 7.    | Dental Laboratory Technician                    | 4 Semesters              |

| 8.      | Desk Top Publishing Operator                                                           | 2 Semesters                                    |
|---------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------|
| 9.      | Digital Photographer                                                                   | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 10.     | Dress Making                                                                           | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 11.     | Surface Ornamentation Techniques (Embroidery)                                          | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 12.     | Fashion Design Technology                                                              | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 13.     | Floriculture & Landscaping                                                             | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 14.     | Front Office Assistant                                                                 | 2 Semester                                     |
| 15.     | Basic Cosmetology                                                                      | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 16.     | Health Sanitary Inspector                                                              | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 17.     | Horticulture                                                                           | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 18.     | Hospital House Keeping                                                                 | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 19.     | Leather Goods Maker                                                                    | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 20.     | Footwear Maker                                                                         | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 21.     | Old Age Care                                                                           | 2 Semester                                     |
| 22.     | Photographer                                                                           | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 23.     | Pre/Preparatory School Management (Assistant)                                          | 2 Semester                                     |
| 24.     | Fruit and Vegetable Processor                                                          | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 25.     | Process Cameraman                                                                      | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 26.     | Secretarial Practice (English)                                                         | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 27.     | Stenographer & Secretarial Assistant (English)                                         | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 28.     | Spa Therapy                                                                            | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 29. 30. | Stenographer & Secretarial Assistant (Hindi) Food & Beverages Guest Services Assistant | 2 Semesters 2 Semesters                        |
| 31.     | Weaving Technician for Skill & Woolen Fabrics                                          | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 32.     | Catering & Hospitality Assistant                                                       | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 33.     | Travel & Tour Assistant                                                                | 2 Semesters                                    |
|         | Multimedia Animation & Special Effect                                                  | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 34. 35. | Health, Safety and Environment                                                         | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 36.     | Fire Technology and Industrial Safety Management                                       | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 37.     | Human Resource Executive                                                               | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 38.     | Marketing Executive                                                                    | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 39.     | Executive                                                                              |                                                |
| 40.     | Finance Tourist Guide                                                                  | 2 Semesters 2 Semesters                        |
| 41.     | Bamboo Works                                                                           | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 42.     | Milk & Milk Products                                                                   | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 43.     | Agro Processing                                                                        | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 44.     | Food Beverage                                                                          | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 45.     | Data Base System Assistant                                                             | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 46.     | Software Testing Assistant                                                             | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 47.     | House Keeper                                                                           | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 48.     | Driver Cum Mechanic (Light Motor Vehicle)                                              | 6 Months(1 Semester)* Trade is in dormant mode |
|         | Technician                                                                             |                                                |
| 49      | Soil Testing and Crop                                                                  | 2 Semesters                                    |
|         | Trades for Divyangs                                                                    |                                                |
| 1       | Metal Cutting Attendant (for Visually Impaired Persons)                                | 4Semesters                                     |
| 2       | Computer Operator & Programming Assistant                                              | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 3       | Desktop Publishing Operator                                                            | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 4       | Cutting & Sewing                                                                       | 2 Semesters                                    |
| 5       | Hair & Skin Care                                                                       | 2 Semesters                                    |

State wise details of trainees, admitted in ITIs  across the country during year 2015, 2016 and 2017( Source: NCVT MIS portal)

| Name of the State   | Year 2015   | Year 2016   | Year 2017   |
|---------------------|-------------|-------------|-------------|
| A & Nicobar Islands | 292         | 371         | 355         |
| Andhra Pradesh      | 53,444      | 56,516      | 52,710      |
| Arunachal Pradesh   | 411         | 611         | 598         |
| Assam               | 3,054       | 2,673       | 2,696       |
| Bihar               | 82,138      | 94,061      | 99,516      |
| Chandigarh          | 1,029       | 937         | 1,070       |
| Chhattisgarh        | 14,941      | 16,179      | 17,638      |
| D & Nagar Haveli    | 112         | 113         | 111         |
| Daman & Diu         | 222         | 206         | 223         |
| Delhi               | 8,083       | 9,392       | 8,623       |
| Goa                 | 1,851       | 2,053       | 2,081       |
| Gujarat             | 65,306      | 66,255      | 71,853      |
| Haryana             | 45,885      | 44,322      | 44,161      |
| Himachal Pradesh    | 17,212      | 21,707      | 20,700      |
| J&K                 | 2,545       | 2,653       | 2,721       |
| Jharkhand           | 28,735      | 31,691      | 28,981      |
| Karnataka           | 71,014      | 71,354      | 72,273      |
| Kerala              | 28,699      | 29,714      | 29,624      |
| Lakshadweep         | 90          | 93          | 87          |
| Madhya Pradesh      | 61,576      | 63,871      | 56,803      |
| Maharashtra         | 1,08,765    | 1,17,070    | 1,18,015    |
| Manipur             | 94          | 79          | 122         |
| Meghalaya           | 479         | 645         | 566         |
| Mizoram             | 436         | 474         | 419         |
| Nagaland            | 75          | 169         | 109         |
| Odisha              | 49,199      | 49,145      | 48,398      |
| Puducherry          | 965         | 978         | 1,038       |
| Punjab              | 44,146      | 37,122      | 37,189      |
| Rajasthan           | 1,32,555    | 1,22,384    | 1,35,209    |
| Sikkim              | 219         | 282         | 339         |
| Tamil Nadu          | 40,624      | 41,193      | 38,430      |
| Telangana           | 34,132      | 36,546      | 32,672      |
| Tripura             | 1,144       | 1,593       | 1,504       |
| Uttar Pradesh       | 1,77,131    | 2,33,165    | 2,46,358    |
| Uttarakhand         | 10,307      | 10,718      | 10,556      |
| West Bengal         | 15,211      | 29,152      | 28,932      |

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