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What is the CITS Entrance Exam?
The CITS (Craft Instructor Training Scheme) is conducted by the Directorate General of Training (DGT) under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship. Passing the entrance qualifies candidates for the 1-year instructor training programme to teach in government ITIs across India.
- 📍 Exam Name: AICET — All India CITS Entrance Test
- 📍 Conducting Body: DGT / NSTI
- 📍 Mode: Online CBT | MCQ format
- 📍 Total Marks: 100 | Duration: 2 Hours
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Reading of Drawing & Arithmetic (RODA)
Eligibility Criteria
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🎓 Educational Qualification
NTC / NAC / Diploma / Degree from a recognized Board of Technical Education / University or equivalent.
- ✅ SCVT candidates eligible ❌ CoE candidates NOT eligible
- 📌 Provisional admission permitted for appearing candidates (Degree / Diploma / NTC / NAC) as per DGT order dated 17.04.2025
- 📄 Detailed entry qualification for each trade: see Annexure – I
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🎂 Age Limit
- 📍 Minimum: 18 years as on the first day of academic session (or as specified in syllabus)
- 📍 Maximum: No upper age limit
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💰 Entrance Examination Fee
₹300General
₹200SC / ST / PH / EWS / Women
💳 Payment Mode: Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card / Wallet / UPI
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📋 Counselling Fee
₹500All Candidates (Non-Refundable)
AICET Exam Pattern
All India CITS Entrance Test (AICET) — Exam Pattern
100
Total Marks
2 hrs
Duration
75%
Trade Theory (CTS Syllabus)
25%
Aptitude (Logical / Numeric / Reasoning)
- 📝 All questions are Objective Type (MCQ) — tick the correct option from 4 alternatives
- ⚖️ All questions carry equal marks (1 mark each)
- 🖥️ Exam mode: Online CBT (Computer Based Test)
- 📚 75% questions based on CTS trade syllabus of the trade applied for
- 🧠 25% questions based on Aptitude — Logical, Numeric and Reasoning
Frequently Asked Questions — CITS Entrance Exam
Who is eligible for CITS Entrance Exam?
Candidates must hold an NTC / NAC / Diploma / Degree from a recognized Board or University. SCVT candidates are eligible. CoE candidates are not eligible. Minimum age is 18 years; there is no upper age limit. Provisional admission is allowed for appearing candidates as per DGT order dated 17.04.2025.
What is the CITS Entrance Exam fee?
The entrance exam fee is ₹300 for General candidates and ₹200 for SC / ST / PH / EWS / Women candidates. Additionally, a non-refundable Counselling Fee of ₹500 is applicable for all candidates. Payment is accepted online via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, Wallet, or UPI.
What is the AICET exam pattern for CITS?
The AICET is an online CBT exam of 100 marks in 2 hours. It has two sections: 75% Trade Theory based on CTS syllabus of the applied trade, and 25% Aptitude (Logical, Numeric, Reasoning). All questions are MCQ with equal marks of 1 each.
What is RODA in the CITS Entrance Exam?
RODA — Reading of Drawing and Arithmetic — is the subject for engineering trades in the CITS entrance exam. It tests candidates on engineering blueprint reading and basic arithmetic calculations related to trade instruction.
Are CoE (Centre of Excellence) candidates eligible for CITS?
No. As per DGT guidelines, CoE (Centre of Excellence) candidates are not eligible to apply for the CITS programme. Only NTC / NAC / Diploma / Degree holders from recognized institutions (including SCVT) are eligible.
⚠️ Disclaimer — For Educational & Knowledge Purpose Only
The information, mock tests, eligibility criteria, fee details, and exam pattern provided on this page are for educational and knowledge purposes only. While we strive to keep content accurate and up-to-date, details may change without prior notice. Please always verify official information from the DGT official website or the Bharatskills portal before making any decisions regarding admission, eligibility, or payment.
Last Updated: April 2025 | Source: DGT / Bharatskills.gov.in
