Engineering and Non-Engineering Trades
1. Engineering Trades (M-Group)
Draughtsman (Civil)
- What it is: A 2-year trade focusing on technical drawing and civil engineering design.
- Focus: Architectural drafting, surveying, and construction planning.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Draughtsman (Mechanical)
- What it is: A 2-year trade in mechanical drawing and design.
- Focus: Mechanical blueprints, CAD software, and machine design.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Electrician
- What it is: A 2-year trade in electrical systems and wiring.
- Focus: Electrical installation, maintenance, and safety standards.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Electronics Mechanic
- What it is: A 2-year trade in electronic device repair and assembly.
- Focus: Circuit troubleshooting, microelectronics, and communication systems.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Fitter
- What it is: A 2-year trade in metal fabrication and fitting.
- Focus: Machine assembly, welding, and precision fitting.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Instrument Mechanic
- What it is: A 2-year trade in instrument calibration and control systems.
- Focus: Process control, instrumentation, and automation technology.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Machinist
- What it is: A 2-year trade in machine tool operation.
- Focus: Lathe operations, milling, and precision machining.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Machinist (Grinder)
- What it is: A 2-year trade in grinding and finishing metal components.
- Focus: Surface grinding, tool sharpening, and quality control.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Mechanic (Motor Vehicle)
- What it is: A 2-year trade in vehicle repair and maintenance.
- Focus: Engine repair, automotive electronics, and diagnostics.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Mechanic (Refrigeration and Air Conditioning)
- What it is: A 2-year trade in refrigeration and HVAC systems.
- Focus: Cooling systems, compressor maintenance, and climate control.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Mechanic (Diesel)
- What it is: A 1-year trade in diesel engine repair.
- Focus: Diesel engine overhaul, fuel systems, and troubleshooting.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Turner
- What it is: A 2-year trade in turning and metal shaping.
- Focus: Lathe machine operations and precision turning.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Welder
- What it is: A 1-year trade in welding techniques.
- Focus: Arc welding, gas welding, and metal joining.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 8th (Middle School) examination pass from a recognized board (no minimum percentage required, but 33% for SC/ST categories if applicable).
Sheet Metal Worker
- What it is: A 1-year trade in sheet metal fabrication.
- Focus: Cutting, bending, and assembling sheet metal.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 8th (Middle School) examination pass from a recognized board (no minimum percentage required, but 33% for SC/ST categories if applicable).
Tool and Die Maker (Dies and Moulds)
- What it is: A 3-year trade in tool and die manufacturing.
- Focus: Die design, mold making, and precision tooling.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Tool and Die Maker (Press Tools, Jigs, and Fixtures)
- What it is: A 3-year trade in tool and fixture production.
- Focus: Jig design, press tool manufacturing, and quality assurance.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
2. Non-Engineering Trades (G-Group)
Basic Cosmetology
- What it is: A 1-year trade in beauty and skincare techniques.
- Focus: Hairdressing, makeup, and skin care treatments.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Catering and Hospitality Assistant
- What it is: A 1-year trade in food service and hospitality.
- Focus: Cooking, food safety, and customer service.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 8th (Middle School) examination pass from a recognized board (no minimum percentage required, but 33% for SC/ST categories if applicable).
Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA)
- What it is: A 1-year trade in computer applications and programming.
- Focus: Data entry, MS Office, and basic programming.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Cutter-Tailor (Men’s/Women’s)
- What it is: A 1-year trade in garment cutting and tailoring.
- Focus: Pattern making, stitching, and garment fitting.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 8th (Middle School) examination pass from a recognized board (no minimum percentage required, but 33% for SC/ST categories if applicable).
Data Entry Operator
- What it is: A 1-year trade in data processing and management.
- Focus: Typing, database handling, and office automation.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Desk Top Publishing (DTP) Operator
- What it is: A 1-year trade in graphic design and publishing.
- Focus: Layout design, typesetting, and desktop publishing software.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Dress Making
- What it is: A 1-year trade in women’s garment construction.
- Focus: Dress design, embroidery, and tailoring techniques.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 8th (Middle School) examination pass from a recognized board (no minimum percentage required, but 33% for SC/ST categories if applicable).
Fashion Design and Technology
- What it is: A 1-year trade in fashion and apparel design.
- Focus: Fashion sketching, fabric selection, and trend analysis.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Food and Beverage Service Assistant
- What it is: A 1-year trade in restaurant and catering services.
- Focus: Food service, table setting, and hospitality skills.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 8th (Middle School) examination pass from a recognized board (no minimum percentage required, but 33% for SC/ST categories if applicable).
Fruit and Vegetable Processor
- What it is: A 1-year trade in food processing techniques.
- Focus: Preservation, packaging, and quality control of fruits and vegetables.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Health Sanitary Inspector
- What it is: A 1-year trade in public health and sanitation.
- Focus: Hygiene standards, disease prevention, and sanitation management.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Housekeeper
- What it is: A 1-year trade in housekeeping and facility management.
- Focus: Cleaning techniques, hotel management, and safety protocols.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 8th (Middle School) examination pass from a recognized board (no minimum percentage required, but 33% for SC/ST categories if applicable).
Information Technology and Electronics System Maintenance (ITESM)
- What it is: A 2-year trade in IT hardware and electronics maintenance.
- Focus: PC assembly, network troubleshooting, and repair.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Interior Decoration and Designing
- What it is: A 1-year trade in interior design and decoration.
- Focus: Space planning, furniture design, and decor styling.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Leather Goods Maker
- What it is: A 1-year trade in leather crafting and production.
- Focus: Leather cutting, stitching, and product finishing.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 8th (Middle School) examination pass from a recognized board (no minimum percentage required, but 33% for SC/ST categories if applicable).
Library and Information Science
- What it is: A 1-year trade in library management.
- Focus: Cataloging, archiving, and information retrieval.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Mechanic Auto Body Repair
- What it is: A 1-year trade in automobile bodywork.
- Focus: Vehicle body repair, painting, and dent removal.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Mechanic Auto Body Painting
- What it is: A 1-year trade in automotive painting.
- Focus: Spray painting, surface preparation, and color matching.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Plumber
- What it is: A 1-year trade in plumbing and pipe fitting.
- Focus: Water supply systems, drainage, and pipe installation.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 8th (Middle School) examination pass from a recognized board (no minimum percentage required, but 33% for SC/ST categories if applicable).
Secretarial Practice (English)
- What it is: A 1-year trade in office administration.
- Focus: Typing, filing, and office management in English.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Sewing Technology
- What it is: A 1-year trade in advanced garment stitching.
- Focus: Machine sewing, pattern design, and garment production.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 8th (Middle School) examination pass from a recognized board (no minimum percentage required, but 33% for SC/ST categories if applicable).
Stenographer and Secretarial Assistant (English)
- What it is: A 1-year trade in stenography and office support.
- Focus: Shorthand, typing, and administrative tasks in English.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Stenographer and Secretarial Assistant (Hindi)
- What it is: A 1-year trade in stenography and office support in Hindi.
- Focus: Shorthand, typing, and administrative tasks in Hindi.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Surface Ornamentation Techniques (Embroidery)
- What it is: A 1-year trade in embroidery and textile decoration.
- Focus: Hand embroidery, machine embroidery, and fabric embellishment.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 8th (Middle School) examination pass from a recognized board (no minimum percentage required, but 33% for SC/ST categories if applicable).
Textile Wet Processing Technician
- What it is: A 1-year trade in textile dyeing and finishing.
- Focus: Dyeing, bleaching, and textile processing techniques.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 10th (High School) examination pass with at least 35% aggregate marks from a recognized board (33% for SC/ST categories).
Weaving Technician
- What it is: A 1-year trade in textile weaving.
- Focus: Handloom weaving, power loom operation, and fabric production.
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 8th (Middle School) examination pass from a recognized board (no minimum percentage required, but 33% for SC/ST categories if applicable).