ITI Machinist
A two-year vocational course for practical training in operating heavy machinery, lathes and industrial tools.
Description
ITI Machinist is a two-year vocational course under the Industrial Training Institute (ITI) framework that provides practical training in operating heavy machinery, lathes and industrial tools. It is designed for early entry into the manufacturing workforce.
Students learn lathe operations, drilling, milling, grinding, CNC basics, machine maintenance, engineering drawing, measurement and quality control. The course is highly practical with workshop training and industry apprenticeships.
Graduates work as machinists, lathe operators, machine operators, CNC operators and maintenance technicians in manufacturing companies, factories, workshops and production units.
Entrance Exams
Direct / Merit-based Admission
Government & private ITIs
Admission is merit-based — ITIs admit on Class 10 marks; some states conduct a basic entrance test.
State ITI Entrance Exams
Respective state technical education boards
Some states conduct entrance tests for admission to government ITIs.
Job Roles
Machinist
Operates lathes, milling and grinding machines to manufacture precision parts.
Lathe / Machine Operator
Operates lathes and industrial machines in factories and workshops.
CNC Operator
Operates CNC machines for precision manufacturing and production.
Maintenance Technician
Maintains and repairs industrial machines and equipment.
Salary
Fresher (0–2 yrs)
Manufacturing companies and factories pay at the higher end.
Mid-level (3–6 yrs)
Senior machinists and CNC operators earn more with experience.
Senior (7+ yrs / Workshop Supervisor)
Workshop supervisors at large factories earn well above this range.
Top Colleges / Institutes
- Government ITIs (state-wise)
- Private ITIs (state-wise)
- National Skill Training Institutes (NSTIs)
- Industrial Training Centres
- Apprenticeship with manufacturing companies