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NIMI CITS Exam 2025 Instructor Course in ITI Admission


National Instructional Media Institute (NIMI) organizes the Crafts Instructor Training Scheme (CITS) Examination for admission into Instructor Training Programs offered at Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs). The NIMI CITS Exam for the year 2025 is scheduled to take place on 15-06-2025. Candidates who successfully clear the exam will become eligible for instructor positions in various vocational trades.

This program aims to develop skilled professionals into certified instructors who can contribute to quality training at ITIs throughout India. Interested and eligible candidates must submit their applications online before the specified deadline and appear for the entrance examination as part of the selection process.



Eligibility Criteria:

For Engineering Trades:

  • Candidates must possess a Diploma or Degree in the relevant engineering field from a recognized institute.
  • Alternatively, candidates with a National Trade Certificate (NTC) along with a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in the relevant trade are also eligible.

For Non-Engineering Trades:

  • Candidates should have passed 10th or 12th grade and hold a relevant National Trade Certificate (NTC) or its equivalent.
  • Alternatively, relevant industry experience as specified by NIMI may be considered for eligibility.


Important Dates:

Event Date
Online Application Start Date May 8, 2025
Last Date to Apply May 28, 2025
Admit Card Availability June 5 – June 15, 2025
NIMI CITS Exam Date June 15, 2025


Admission Procedure:

Admission to the Instructor Training Course will be determined based on the these criteria:

  • Performance in the NIMI CITS Entrance Exam 2025.
  • Merit list prepared by NIMI based on the candidates' exam scores.
  • Document verification and counseling, if applicable.


Application Fee :

The application fee for General and OBC candidates ranges between ₹500 and ₹1000, depending on the state. Candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwD categories are eligible for a concessional fee as per their respective state norms. Payments can be made through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.



How to Apply :

Candidates that meet the requirements can fill the online application. Complete all sections of the application form and submit a recent passport-size photo, signature and any other necessary documents as indicated. Before submitting the application form, make sure you have read every details. Take a printout of it for records.

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About - NIMI CITS

Intro :

NIMI CITS Exam (Craft Instructor Training Scheme) is a national-level exam conducted by National Instructional Media Institute (NIMI) under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. It is designed for ITI pass-outs and Engineering graduates who wish to become instructors in ITIs across India.


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