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Automotive Mechanic (ITI)

An Automotive Mechanic with an ITI certificate works on vehicle maintenance, diagnostics and repair across workshops, dealerships and fleet services in India. The course is vocational, short (1–2 years) and industry-focused, with strong demand in service centres, transport companies and manufacturing units. Progression routes include diplomas, lateral entry to engineering and manufacturer-specific certifications.

Salary range
₹1.5–6 LPA
Job growth
medium
Work type
Field
Paths to entry
3 routes

Actions for your grade

  • Complete Class 10 with good marks; choose subjects that strengthen technical understanding
  • Research nearby ITIs and their auto/mechanic trades and admission criteria
  • Attend open days, short vocational courses or hands-on training camps

Your complete path from Grade 10 to Automotive Mechanic (ITI)

Every step you need — from now to your first job.

Direct ITI trade (after 10th)
Any Stream

Admission is usually through state or institute-level selection after Class 10; few national exams apply.

  1. Now
    Any Stream Stream
  2. Exams
    —
  3. Degree
    ITI Certificate in Automotive/Mechanic Trade (1–2 years)
  4. Colleges
    Government Industrial Training Institute Pune · Industrial Training Institute Delhi
  5. Career
    Automotive Mechanic (ITI)
Diploma / Polytechnic (after ITI or 10th)
Science

Many states use MHT-CET or state diploma admissions; ITI holders often join via lateral entry to second year.

  1. Now
    Science Stream
  2. Exams
    MHT CET
  3. Degree
    Diploma in Mechanical/Automobile Engineering (2–3 years; lateral entry options available)
  4. Colleges
    Government Polytechnic Mumbai · State Polytechnic Delhi
  5. Career
    Automotive Mechanic (ITI)
Further study to B.Tech (lateral/regular)
Science

Standard B.Tech entry uses JEE Main; diploma holders may access lateral entry into 2nd year at many colleges.

  1. Now
    Science Stream
  2. Exams
    JEE Main
  3. Degree
    B.Tech in Mechanical / Automobile Engineering (4 years; lateral entry possible after diploma)
  4. Colleges
    IIT Delhi · NIT Trichy · BITS Pilani
  5. Career
    Automotive Mechanic (ITI)

Entrance exams

ExamEligibilityDifficultyWindow
JEE Main
NTA
Class 12 PCMVery HardJan & Apr
MHT CET
Maharashtra State CET Cell
Class 12 PCM (Maharashtra domicile preferred)MediumApr-May

Where to Study

Institutes known to offer this career pathway in India.

Government Industrial Training Institute Pune
Industrial Training Institute Delhi
Government Polytechnic Mumbai
State Polytechnic Delhi
IIT Delhi
IIT Delhi
Central GovtNew Delhi, Delhi
JEE Advanced + JoSAA
NIT Trichy
NIT Tiruchirappalli
Central GovtTiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu
JEE Main + JoSAA
BITS Pilani
BITS Pilani
Deemed UniversityPilani, Rajasthan
BITSAT
Recommendations only — verify eligibility, seat availability, and admission rules from official portals before applying.