National Skill Training Institute (W) , Agartala established by Government of India, Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, offers Craft Instructor Training under CITS of one year duration for various trades.
Primary objective of this Institute are to train the Vocational Instructors of various Industrial Training Institutes / Centres and other training establishment.
Training of Craft Instructors is the mandated responsibility of DGT and It has been operational since the inception of the Craftsmen Training Scheme (CTS). Comprehensive training both in skills and training methodology is imparted to the instructor trainees to make them conversant with techniques of transferring hands-on skills, to train skilled manpower for the industry.
National Skill Training Institute(W), Agartala conducting the following CITS Courses for the session 2023-24:
| Sl. No. | Trade | NSQF Level | Duration | Sanctioned Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Office Management | 6 | 1 Year | 25 |
| 2 | Dressmaking | 6 | 1 Year | 25 |
| 3 | Cosmetology | 6 | 1 Year | 25 |
| 4 | Computer Software Assistant (CSA) | 6 | 1 Year | 25 |
Programme structure : The duration of crafts instructor training is one year.
Combination of Subjects : The following subjects are covered
- Trade Technology (Comprising of Basic & Advanced components of trade practice and theory)
- Training Methodology (Comprising of Teaching Practice and Principles of Teaching)
Start of session : First week of September every year.
SELECTION : Admission is done through All India Common Entrance Test which is conducted centrally by DGT HQ. Entrance Examination Fees – Rs. 300/- for General Category and Rs. 100/- for SC /ST candidates
Eligibility for Admission : NCVT certificate in the relevant trade or Diploma/Degree from a recognized Board of Technical Education/University or Equivalent.
Age limit : Minimum not specified, No upper age limit
Admission & Award of Certificate : Candidates can enroll for the above programmes for one year. A candidate has to secure 40 % in Trade Theory, 40% in POT and 60% in Trade Practical marks in and also have a minimum of 80 % attendance to appear the final examination. The final examination conducted by NCVT, New Delhi in June/July every year. On passing the prescribed exam, trainees will be awarded the Instructor training Certificate from NCVT.
FEES DETAILS
As per order no. DGT-T-11012/21/2022-O/o (CFIs) dated 16.02.2023 Female Trainees are exempted from Tuition fees and Examination fees from session 2023-24 onwards
| Sl. No. | Particulars | Amount (in Rs.) for General | Amount (In Rs.) for SC/ST/PH |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Admission fee | 100 | 25 |
| 2 | Registration fee | 50 | Nil |
| 3 | Caution Deposit (Refundable) | 250 | 250 |
| 4 | Gymkhana fee | 100 | Nil |
| 5 | Library Deposit | 20 | 20 |
| 6 | Tuition Fee | 1800 | 600 |
| 7 | Examination fee | 100 | 25 |
| Total | 2420 | 645 |
Hostel : Hostel facility 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