Craftsmen Training Scheme (CTS)
The Craftsmen Training Scheme was introduced by the Government of India in year 1950 to ensure a steady flow of skilled work force in different trades for the domestic industry, to raise quantitatively and qualitatively the industrial production by systematic training, to reduce unemployment among the educated youth by providing them employable skills, to cultivate and nurture a technical and industrial attitude in the minds of younger generation.
Presently, this scheme is being implemented through a network of 15,042 ITIs (Govt. 2,738 + Private 12,304) and 33 NSTIs located all over the country by ensuring the general standards laid down by Director General of Training. Under the Craftsman Training scheme (CTS), the duration of various trades training courses varies between 1 to 2 years.
National Skill training Institute(W), Vadodara is an Institute under Directorate General of Training, Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Government of India is conducting Craftsman Training Scheme (CTS) / ITI courses under the aegis of NCVT in the following trades :
| Sl. No. | Trade | NSQF Level | Duration | Sanctioned Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) | 3 | 1 Year | 48 |
| 2 | Artificial Intelligence Programming Assistant (AIPA) | 3 | 1 Year | 24 |
| 2 | Desk Top Publishing Operator | 3 | 1 Year | 24 |
| 3 | Basic Cosmetology | 3 | 1 Year | 24 |
| 4 | Secretarial Practice (English) | 3 | 1 Year | 24 |
| 5 | Computer Aided Embroidery & Designing | 3 | 1 Year | 20 |
| 6 | Fashion Design & Technology (FDT) | 3 | 1 Year | 20 |
| 7 | Dress Making | 3 | 1 Year | 20 |
Combination of Subjects : The following subjects are covered.
- Trade Theory
- Trade Practical
- Employability Skills
Start of session : 1st August of every year.
Eligibility for Admission : Passed 10th class examination or equivalent.
Admission & Award of Certificate : Candidates can enroll for the above programmes for one year. A candidate has to secure 60% Sessional marks in Theory and Practicals and also have a minimum of 80% attendance. On possessing the above requisites, candidates will be allowed to appear for the final examination conducted by NCVT, New Delhi in June/July every year. On passing the prescribed exam, trainees will be awarded the Certificate from NCVT.
Fees Details :
| Sl.No. | Particulars | General / OBC Fees Amount (Rs.) | SC / ST Fees Amount (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Admission Fee | 100/- | 25/- |
| 2 | Registration Fee | 50/- | Nil |
| 3 | Tuition Fee | 1800/- (150/- per month) | 600/- (50/- per month) |
| 4 | Caution Deposit (Refundable) | 250/- | 250/- |
| 5 | Examination Fee | 100/- | 25/- |
| 6 | Gymkhana Fee | 100/- | Nil |
| 7 | Library Deposit | 20/- | 20/- |
| Total Amount | 2420/- * | 920/- * |
* Note : Exemption of Tuition fee and Examination fee for all girl candidates admitted in NSTIs under - CITS / CTS Courses.
Hostel : Hostel facilities are available for trainees on payment of Rs. 100/- per month as Hostel Rent and Rs. 50/- as Hostel service charge. Hostel Caution money Rs. 125/- per session (Refundable) are also to be deposited for availing hostel. Messing charges extra to be borne by the candidates.
Games : Outdoor Games & Open Gym facilities are available.
Working Hours : From 09.00 am to 5.30 pm with half hour lunch break on all working days (Monday to Friday).
Attendance : Minimum 80% attendance is required to appear in the Final Trade Test to be held at the end of the course.
Note : Above Fees / Charges subject to change as per direction of the DGT, MSDE, New Delhi.