Lok Sabha Question No. 70 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-07-21
Subject: Functioning ITIs in Tamil Nadu
Ministry: SKILL DEVELOPMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Asked by: Shri Mani A

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF SKILL DEVELOPMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION 70

ANSWERED ON 21.07.2025

## FUNCTIONING ITIs IN TAMIL NADU

- 70: SHRI MANI A:

Will  the  Minister  of  SKILL  DEVELOPMENT  AND  ENTREPRENEURSHIP  be

- pleased to state: (a) the number and details of Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) functioning in Tamil Nadu, particularly in Dharmapuri district, including the courses offered and enrolment figures; (b) whether the Government has assessed the quality of training and infrastructure available  in  ITIs,  particularly  in  the  said  district  and  if  so,  the  outcome  of  such assessments; (c) whether the Government recognizes the need to improve the quality and relevance of training in ITIs, particularly in the said district and if so, the specific steps taken/being taken in this regard; (d) whether  the  Government  proposes  to  establish  any  new  ITIs  at  the  Block  or Panchayat level in Tamil Nadu, particularly in the said district and if so, the details thereof; (e) whether any specific measures have been taken by the Government to upgrade training standards, ensure industry linkage, and enhance employability of ITI graduates in Tamil Nadu, especially in the said district, and
- (f) if so, the details thereof?

## ANSWER

- THE MINISTER OF STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) IN THE MINISTRY OF SKILL DEVELOPMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP (SHRI JAYANT CHAUDHARY) (a) Sir, the Directorate General of Training (DGT), under the Ministry of Skill Development and  Entrepreneurship  (MSDE)  implements  the  Craftsmen  Training  Scheme  (CTS) through a country wide network of Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) for the youth of the country. At  present,  there  are  14,615  ITIs  established  in  the  country,  out  of  which,  3,316  are

Government and 11,299 are Private ITIs.

In the State of Tamil Nadu, a total of 456 ITIs are currently operational, out of which 93 are Government and 363 are Private ITIs. In the Dharmapuri district, 3 ITIs are functioning (Government -1 and Private - 2).

District wise enrolment of trainees in ITIs in Tamil Nadu (including Dharmapuri) in the last three academic sessions (2022 -23 to 2024 -25) in ITIs is attached at Annexure-1 .

The List of courses running under CTS in ITIs in Tamil Nadu and in Dharmapuri district is attached at Annexure-2 .

(b) Sir, establishment and day to day administration of ITIs comes under the jurisdiction of respective State Government and UT Administration, while the policies such as setting the  criterion  for  affiliation,  conducting  the  examination  along  with  certification  and designing curriculum are the responsibilities of Central Government.

Respective  State  Government  conducts  periodic  joint-  inspections  of  the  ITIs  in coordination with Central Government. Based on which corrective actions are initiated and the ITIs that fail to comply with the prescribed affiliation norms are de-affiliated. This ensures  that  only  ITIs  maintaining  the  necessary  standards  in  infrastructure,  faculty qualifications, curriculum implementation, and training delivery continue to operate.

In Dharmapuri district, some units affiliated with ITIs were de-affiliated in January 2025 due to absence of admissions over the last six academic sessions (2018-2023), indicating underperformance and lack of demand.

(c) Sir,  improving the quality of training in ITIs is a continuous process. Towards this, inter-alia,  the  standards and norms of affiliation of ITIs are reviewed periodically. The curriculum of courses under CTS is also updated regularly in consultation with industries to  incorporate  the  latest  technological  advancements  and  industry  requirements, ensuring that the skills imparted to trainees remain relevant.

Apart from these, DGT, had allocated funds under the following Schemes/Projects for upgradation of ITIs across the country including Tamil Nadu.

- i. Skill  Strengthening  for  Industrial  Value  Enhancement  (STRIVE):  Under  the STRIVE  scheme,  financial  assistance  was  provided  to  State  Governments  to improve  the  relevance  and  efficiency  of  skill  development  imparted  through Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and apprenticeship training. A total of 500 ITIs were selected across the country, including 32 ITIs from the State of Tamil Nadu. The scheme ended on 31st May 2024, and a total financial assistance of Rs 37.82 crore was provided to the State of Tamil Nadu under this scheme. No ITI from Dharmapuri district was covered under this scheme.
- ii. Upgradation  of  Government  ITIs  into  Model  ITIs  scheme:  Under  this  scheme, support  was  extended  to  35  Government  ITIs  across  29  States/UTs,  including Tamil  Nadu.  The  scheme  ended  on  31st  March  2024,  and  a  total  financial assistance  of  Rs.  3.99  crore  was  provided  to  the  State  of  Tamil  Nadu  for  the upgradation  of  ITI  Coimbatore  under  the  Model  ITI  scheme.  No  ITI  from Dharmapuri district was covered under this scheme.

In  addition,  the  Union  Cabinet  has  also  approved  the  National  Scheme  for  ITI Upgradation and the setting up of National Centres of Excellence for Skilling to upgrade ITIs  by  improving  the  quality  of  training,  aligning  courses  with  industry  needs,  and promoting industry-led governance.

(d) Sir, establishment of ITIs including start of new courses comes under the jurisdiction of respective State Government, whenever a proposal is received from the States/UTs for the setting up of new ITIs, it is examined and decided as per the affiliation standards and norms.

(e) &  (f)  Sir,  several  state  governments  including  Tamil  Nadu  have  collaborated  with industries to transform the Government ITIs into technology centres / hubs with modern infrastructure and training facilities to meet the industry 4.0 standards.  These collaborations aim to equip Government ITIs with cutting-edge technology and industryaligned curriculum to bridge the skill gap and prepare students for the demands of the evolving industrial landscape.

Further, DGT has also undertaken the following initiatives to enhance the employability of ITI trainees across the country including in Tamil Nadu.

- i. The curriculum of courses under CTS is also updated regularly in consultation with industries  to  incorporate  the  latest  technological  advancements  and  industry requirements, ensuring that the skills imparted to trainees remain relevant.
- ii. Each course under the CTS includes a compulsory subject on Employability Skills. This  module  focuses  on  essential  skills  such  as  behaviour,  communication,  IT proficiency,  work ethics,  and other attributes  that enhance  a  trainee's  ability  to effectively work within a team and thrive in a professional environment.
- iii. Dual System of Training (DST) has been introduced, wherein a significant portion of the training is hands-on and conducted within the industry itself. Under the DST framework, On-the-Job Training (OJT) is provided for a period of 6 to 12 months within  industries  for  courses  with  a  total  duration  of  one  or  two  years.  This immersive approach integrates theoretical learning in ITIs with practical, real-world experience in industrial settings.

In the State of Tamil Nadu, DST is currently being implemented in 15 ITIs.

## ANNEXURE REFERRED  TO IN  REPLY  OF  PART  (A)  OF  LOK  SABHA  UNSTARRED QUESTION 70 ANSWERED ON 21.07.2025 REGARDING FUNCTIONING ITIS IN TAMIL NADU

District wise enrolment in ITIs in Tamil Nadu State in last three academic sessions, i.e., from 2022-23 to 2024-25.

| Sr.No       | District        | Session 2022   | Session 2023   | Session 2024   |
|-------------|-----------------|----------------|----------------|----------------|
| 1           | Ariyalur        | 625            | 821            | 694            |
| 2           | Chengalpattu    | 793            | 916            | 766            |
| 3           | Chennai         | 1,873          | 2,003          | 1,460          |
| 4           | Coimbatore      | 1,323          | 1,398          | 1,270          |
| 5           | Cuddalore       | 2,076          | 2,634          | 2,285          |
| 6           | Dharmapuri      | 344            | 397            | 360            |
| 7           | Dindigul        | 984            | 1,089          | 987            |
| 8           | Erode           | 646            | 864            | 915            |
| 9           | Kallakurichi    | 926            | 1,023          | 947            |
| 10          | Kanchipuram     | 326            | 421            | 382            |
| 11          | Kanniyakumari   | 974            | 939            | 950            |
| 12          | Karur           | 322            | 339            | 283            |
| 13          | Krishnagiri     | 555            | 607            | 573            |
| 14          | Madurai         | 1,662          | 1,724          | 1,426          |
| 15          | Mayiladuthurai  | 383            | 447            | 385            |
| 16          | Nagapattinam    | 869            | 1,115          | 802            |
| 17          | Namakkal        | 476            | 536            | 458            |
| 18          | Perambalur      | 375            | 485            | 408            |
| 19          | Pudukkottai     | 970            | 1,151          | 1,060          |
| 20          | Ramanathapuram  | 873            | 996            | 764            |
| 21          | Ranipettai      | 751            | 941            | 850            |
| 22          | Salem           | 1,421          | 1,784          | 1,524          |
| 23          | Sivaganga       | 596            | 629            | 434            |
| 24          | Tenkasi         | 818            | 1,017          | 906            |
| 25          | Thanjavur       | 1,760          | 1,800          | 1,574          |
| 26          | The Nilgiris    | 401            | 585            | 481            |
| 27          | Theni           | 985            | 1,181          | 1,025          |
| 28          | Thiruvallur     | 1,015          | 1,324          | 1,103          |
| 29          | Thiruvarur      | 531            | 607            | 699            |
| 30          | Thoothukkudi    | 1,144          | 1,427          | 1,066          |
| 31          | Tiruchirappalli | 2,304          | 2,461          | 2,035          |
| 32          | Tirunelveli     | 965            | 1,181          | 1,079          |
| 33          | Tiruppathur     | 256            | 345            | 406            |
| 34          | Tiruppur        | 729            | 991            | 920            |
| 35          | Tiruvannamalai  | 1,523          | 1,903          | 1,545          |
| 36          | Vellore         | 815            | 882            | 747            |
| 37          | Villupuram      | 731            | 861            | 832            |
| 38          | Virudhunagar    | 958            | 1,303          | 1,064          |
| Grand Total | Grand Total     | 35,078         | 41,127         | 35,465         |

## ANNEXURE REFERRED TO IN PART (A) OF LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION 70 ANSWERED ON 21.07.2025 REGARDING FUNCTIONING ITIS IN TAMIL NADU

List of courses offered under CTS in ITIs in Tamil Nadu State

|   Sr. No. | Name of Courses                                          |
|-----------|----------------------------------------------------------|
|         1 | Additive Manufacturing Technician Three D Printing       |
|         2 | Advanced CNC Machining Technician                        |
|         3 | Architectural Draughtsman                                |
|         4 | Artificial Intelligence Programming Assistant            |
|         5 | Basic Designer and Virtual Verifier (Mechanical)         |
|         6 | Civil Engineer Assistant                                 |
|         7 | Computer Aided Embroidery and Designing                  |
|         8 | Computer Hardware & Network Maintenance                  |
|         9 | Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (Vi & Od)      |
|        10 | Computer Operator and Programming Assistant              |
|        11 | Cosmetology                                              |
|        12 | Cutting & Sewing (Vi & Od)                               |
|        13 | Dental Laboratory Equipment Technician                   |
|        14 | Desk Top Publishing Operator                             |
|        15 | Desktop Publishing Operator (Vi & Od)                    |
|        16 | Digital Photographer                                     |
|        17 | Draughtsman (Civil)                                      |
|        18 | Draughtsman (Mechanical)                                 |
|        19 | Dress Making                                             |
|        20 | Drone Technician                                         |
|        21 | Electrician                                              |
|        22 | Electronics Mechanic                                     |
|        23 | Fashion Design & Technology                              |
|        24 | Fire Technology and Industrial Safety Management         |
|        25 | Fitter                                                   |
|        26 | Food & Beverages Services Assistant                      |
|        27 | Food Production (General)                                |
|        28 | Footwear Maker                                           |
|        29 | Foundryman                                               |
|        30 | Front Office Assistant                                   |
|        31 | Geriatric (Old Age) Care                                 |
|        32 | Health Sanitary Inspector                                |
|        33 | Horticulture                                             |
|        34 | Hospital House Keeping                                   |
|        35 | Industrial Painter                                       |
|        36 | Industrial Robotics and Digital Manufacturing Technician |
|        37 | Information Communication Technology System Maintenance  |
|        38 | Information Technology                                   |
|        39 | Instrument Mechanic                                      |
|        40 | Instrument Mechanic (Chemical Plant)                     |
|        41 | Interior Design & Decoration                             |
|        42 | IoT Technician (Smart Agriculture)                       |

| 43    | IoT Technician (Smart City)                         |
|-------|-----------------------------------------------------|
| 44    | IoT Technician (Smart Healthcare)                   |
| 45    | Leather Goods Maker                                 |
| 46    | Lift and Escalator Mechanic                         |
| 47    | Machinist                                           |
| 48    | Machinist (Grinder)                                 |
| 49    | Maintenance Mechanic (Chemical Plant)               |
| 50    | Manufacturing Process Control and Automation        |
| 51    | Marine Engine Fitter                                |
| 52    | Marine Fitter                                       |
| 53    | Mechanic                                            |
| 54    | Mechanic (Motor Vehicle)                            |
| 55    | Mechanic (Tractor)                                  |
| 56    | Mechanic Agriculture Machinery                      |
| 57    | Mechanic Auto Body Repair                           |
| 58    | Mechanic Auto Electrical and Electronics            |
| 59    | Mechanic Diesel                                     |
| 60    | Mechanic Electric Vehicle                           |
| 61    | Mechanic Machine Tool Maintenance                   |
| 62    | Mechanic Two & Three-Wheeler                        |
| 63    | Multimedia Animation & Special Effects              |
| 64    | Operator Advanced Machine Tools                     |
| 65    | Painter General                                     |
| 66    | Plastic Processing Operator                         |
| 67    | Plumber                                             |
| 68    | Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician       |
| 69    | Secretarial Practice (English)                      |
| 70    | Sewing Technology                                   |
| 71    | Sheet Metal Worker                                  |
| 72    | Smartphone Technician Cum App Tester                |
| 73    | Solar Technician (Electrical)                       |
| 74    | Spinning Technician                                 |
| 75    | Stenographer & Secretarial Assistant (English)      |
| 76    | Surface Ornamentation Techniques (Embroidery)       |
| 77    | Surveyor                                            |
| 78    | Technician Electronics System Design and Repair     |
| 79    | Technician Mechatronics                             |
| 80    | Technician Medical Electronics                      |
| 81    | Technician Power Electronics System                 |
| 82    | Textile Mechatronics                                |
| 83    | Textile Wet Processing Technician                   |
| 84    | Tool & Die Maker (Dies & Moulds)                    |
| 85    | Tool & Die Maker (Press Tools, Jigs & Fixtures)     |
| 86    | Turner                                              |
| 87    | Vessel Navigator                                    |
| 88    | Welder                                              |
| 89 90 | Welder (Fabrication & Fitting) Welder (GMAW & GTAW) |

|   91 | Welder (Pipe)                 |
|------|-------------------------------|
|   92 | Welder (Structural)           |
|   93 | Welder (Welding & Inspection) |
|   94 | Wireman                       |
|   95 | Wood Work Technician          |

List of courses offered under CTS in ITIs in Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu

|   Sr. No. | Name of Courses                                          |
|-----------|----------------------------------------------------------|
|         1 | Advanced CNC Machining Technician                        |
|         2 | Basic Designer and Virtual Verifier (Mechanical)         |
|         3 | Computer Operator and Programming Assistant              |
|         4 | Draughtsman (Civil)                                      |
|         5 | Electrician                                              |
|         6 | Fitter                                                   |
|         7 | Industrial Robotics and Digital Manufacturing Technician |
|         8 | Machinist                                                |
|         9 | Mechanic (Motor Vehicle)                                 |
|        10 | Mechanic Diesel                                          |
|        11 | Mechanic Electric Vehicle                                |
|        12 | Turner                                                   |
|        13 | Welder                                                   |
|        14 | Wireman                                                  |

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