ITI Jobs 2026 – Top Companies Hiring Fitter, Electrician & Welder

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An ITI certificate in fitter, electrician or welder trade is still one of the most job-ready qualifications in India. Car plants, steel mills, power stations, railways, construction projects and electronics factories all need skilled tradespeople to install, run and repair machines. The challenge for most ITI pass-outs is not a lack of jobs, but knowing which employers hire, through which route, and what pay to expect.

Demand is strongest in industrial belts such as Gurugram–Manesar and Bawal in Haryana, Pune–Chakan in Maharashtra, Sanand and the refinery belt in Gujarat, Jamshedpur in Jharkhand, Hosur and Chennai in Tamil Nadu, and the steel and power clusters of Odisha and Chhattisgarh.

ITI holders are mostly hired in three ways: apprenticeships through apprenticeshipindia.gov.in, direct or contract workmen hiring by companies on their own careers portals, and contract roles through staffing agencies or plant contractors. This is an independent guide and is not linked to any company named below.

ITI Jobs 2026 – Quick Overview

Detail	Information
Trades Covered	Fitter, Electrician, Welder (and related trades)
Main Sectors	Automobile, steel, power, oil and gas, railways, construction, electronics
Key Industrial Belts	Manesar, Pune–Chakan, Sanand, Jamshedpur, Hosur, Chennai
Job Types	Apprentice, flexi/contract workman, operator, maintenance technician
Apprentice Stipend	₹9,600 (1-year ITI) and ₹10,560 (2-year ITI) per recent PSU notices
Fresher Salary (Indicative)	₹12,000 to ₹20,000 per month
Experienced Salary (Indicative)	₹18,000 to ₹40,000 per month
Minimum Education	10th pass with ITI (NCVT/SCVT)
Experience	Freshers welcome for apprentice and trainee roles
Work Type	Shop floor, maintenance, site work, mostly in shifts
Official Channels	apprenticeshipindia.gov.in, company careers portals, PSU notices
Selection Process	Merit list or trade test, interview, medical check

About ITI Jobs in India

Fitter, electrician and welder are the three trades that almost every factory needs. Fitters assemble and maintain mechanical equipment, electricians handle power distribution, motors and control panels, and welders join metal in fabrication shops, pipelines and construction sites.

Large companies increasingly start ITI holders as apprentices or flexi workmen before offering longer contracts or permanent roles. Maruti Suzuki, for example, lists separate “Apprentice” (1 year) and “Flexi Workmen” openings for ITI candidates at Gurgaon and Manesar on its careers page, and reports training thousands of ITI students every year through partner ITIs.

Types of ITI Jobs and Top Hiring Sectors

Automobile Plants

Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors and other vehicle makers hire ITI fitters and electricians for assembly, press shop, weld shop and maintenance, often starting with apprenticeships or earn-and-learn programmes.

Steel Plants

Steel makers such as Tata Steel, JSW Steel and SAIL need fitters, electricians and welders for blast furnaces, rolling mills and maintenance. PSU steel units usually engage trade apprentices through published notices.

Power and Heavy Engineering PSUs

BHEL and NTPC regularly notify trade apprentice openings for ITI holders at their units and power stations.

Oil and Gas

ONGC and IOCL take ITI trade apprentices in fitter, electrician, machinist and instrument mechanic trades through NAPS.

Railways

Railway Recruitment Cells notify Act Apprentice openings for ITI holders in workshops and divisions, usually selected on merit.

Construction and Infrastructure

EPC companies and their subcontractors hire welders, fitters and electricians for metro, bridges, plants and pipelines.

Electronics Contract Manufacturers

Electronics plants run by contract manufacturers hire ITI holders as line operators and maintenance technicians, very often through staffing agencies.

ITI Fitter, Electrician & Welder Salary 2026

Position	Indicative Monthly Salary (₹)
ITI Apprentice (1-year / 2-year ITI)	9,600 – 10,560
ITI Fitter (Fresher)	12,000 – 18,000
ITI Fitter (3–5 years)	18,000 – 30,000
ITI Electrician (Fresher)	12,000 – 18,000
ITI Electrician (Experienced)	18,000 – 32,000
ITI Welder (Fresher)	14,000 – 20,000
Certified / Pipe Welder (Experienced)	22,000 – 40,000
Maintenance Technician	18,000 – 30,000

These are indicative ranges. AmbitionBox data for ITI fitters in India shows roughly ₹1.1–4.5 lakh per year, which is about ₹9,000–37,000 a month. Pay changes a lot by city, company size, overtime and whether you are on company rolls or a contractor’s rolls. Apprentice stipends follow the 2025 amended rules.

ITI Jobs for Freshers

Most freshers start with a one-year apprenticeship. It pays a fixed stipend, gives you a recognised certificate, and lets you learn on real machines. PSU apprenticeships (ONGC, IOCL, BHEL, NTPC, Railways) usually select on ITI marks, so your percentage matters.

Private plants often hire freshers as trainees, temporary or flexi workmen. These roles may pay slightly more than a stipend, but are fixed-term. Many workers use them to gain two or three years of experience and then move to better-paid maintenance or skilled roles.

Contract jobs through staffing agencies and plant contractors are common in electronics, construction and shutdown maintenance. They are legitimate when the agency is registered and pays PF/ESIC, but always confirm who your employer is, as the contractor, not the plant owner, will issue your salary slip.

Training Programs for ITI Holders

Several companies run structured programmes for young ITI holders.

Apprenticeship under NAPS

The National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme connects ITI holders with companies on apprenticeshipindia.gov.in. Minimum stipends were revised upward from September 2025.

Tata Motors Kaushalya Earn & Learn

Open to 18–23-year-olds with a 2-year ITI or 12th pass. Trainees work in Tata Motors plants and earn a diploma in mechatronics, with a stipend and no fees.

Maruti Suzuki ITI Partnerships

Maruti Suzuki works with ITIs on training and hires ITI apprentices and flexi workmen for its Haryana plants.

Welding Certification Courses

Welders who get certified in specific processes (such as TIG or pipe welding) usually qualify for higher-paying fabrication and pipeline work.

Eligibility

10th pass with ITI in the relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT
Age limits as per the specific notice (PSU apprenticeships recently used 18–24 years, with relaxations)
Medically fit for factory or site work
Valid ID and address proof
Willingness to work in shifts
Some PSU apprenticeships exclude those who already completed an apprenticeship

Education Qualification

The base requirement is simple, but extra skills help:

10th pass (matriculation)
ITI in fitter, electrician, welder or related trade
NAC (National Apprenticeship Certificate) for better jobs after apprenticeship
Electrical supervisor or wireman licence where state rules require it
Diploma through lateral entry for career growth

Selection Process

Find an opening on a portal, company website or official notice
Register and apply online
Shortlisting based on ITI marks or screening
Trade test or practical test at some companies
Written aptitude test at some private plants
Personal interview
Document verification
Medical examination and joining

Working Hours and Shifts

Most plants run 8-hour shifts in rotation
Maintenance teams may be on call during breakdowns
Construction and shutdown work can involve longer days
Overtime, where offered, must be paid as per labour law

Always ask about weekly offs, overtime rules and transport before you accept a job.

Benefits

Monthly salary or stipend
Provident fund for eligible employees
ESIC medical cover for eligible employees
Subsidised canteen at many plants
Uniform and safety shoes
Company transport in many industrial belts
Apprenticeship certificate that adds value to your profile

Benefits vary between company rolls, contract rolls and apprenticeships, so read your offer letter carefully.

Career Growth

Apprentice → Technician / Operator → Senior Technician → Shift In-charge → Supervisor

Move from production into maintenance for better pay
Learn PLC, hydraulics or pneumatics to become a multi-skilled technician
Get welding certifications for fabrication and pipeline projects
Complete a diploma to move towards junior engineer roles

Skills That Can Improve Your Chances

Use of measuring tools like vernier and micrometer
Reading engineering drawings
Electrical wiring, testing and panel basics
Motor and starter troubleshooting
Arc, MIG and TIG welding practice
Basic hydraulics and pneumatics
Introductory PLC knowledge
Safety habits and use of PPE
Basic mobile and computer use
Punctuality and good attendance record

Documents Required

10th marksheet and certificate
ITI marksheets and certificate (NCVT/SCVT)
NAC certificate, if completed
Aadhaar card
PAN card
Bank passbook copy
Passport-size photographs
Experience letters, if any
Caste certificate, if applicable

Carry originals and two sets of photocopies to interviews and trade tests.

How to Apply Online

Step 1

Step 2

Search for apprenticeship openings by trade and district and apply to companies near you.

Step 3

Check the careers pages of large manufacturers in your area for ITI workmen or trainee openings.

Step 4

Follow official websites of BHEL, NTPC, ONGC, IOCL and your Railway Recruitment Cell for apprentice notices.

Step 5

Step 6

Keep a simple resume ready with your trade, marks and practical skills.

Step 7

Prepare for trade tests by practising basic jobs from your ITI syllabus.

Step 8

Before joining any contract job, confirm the employer name, salary, PF/ESIC and shift details in writing.

Beware of Fake Job Offers

ITI job seekers are often targeted with fake offers for “permanent jobs” in big companies or abroad.

Never pay for a job, training seat or “joining kit”
Verify the agency’s registration and office address
Check openings on official company websites
Never share OTPs or bank PINs
Report fraud at cybercrime.gov.in

ITI Jobs 2026 – FAQs

Which ITI trade has the most job openings?

Fitter and electrician are needed in almost every plant, while welders are in strong demand in construction and fabrication.

What is the stipend for ITI apprentices?

Recent PSU notices listed ₹9,600 for 1-year ITI and ₹10,560 for 2-year ITI apprentices.

Do automobile companies hire ITI freshers?

Yes. For example, Maruti Suzuki lists apprentice and flexi workmen openings for ITI holders at Gurgaon and Manesar.

Are contract jobs safe to take?

They can be, if the agency is registered, pays PF/ESIC and gives a written offer. Never pay a fee.

How can a welder earn more?

Getting certified in specialised welding processes and gaining site experience usually leads to higher pay.

Is an apprenticeship necessary?

Not always, but it adds a recognised certificate and real plant experience that many employers prefer.

Can I get a PSU job with ITI?

PSUs notify apprentice and, at times, technician posts for ITI holders. Watch their official websites.

Which skills raise an ITI electrician’s pay?

Panel wiring, motor control, PLC basics and a valid electrical licence where required.

Final Words

ITI fitters, electricians and welders have steady demand across automobiles, steel, power, railways and construction. Start with an apprenticeship or trainee role, keep building practical skills, and choose employers who pay statutory benefits. With two or three years of solid experience and a few extra certifications, moving into better-paid maintenance or specialist roles becomes very realistic.

Disclaimer: Salary figures are indicative and may differ from actual offers. This is an independent informational guide not affiliated with Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, Tata Steel, JSW Steel, SAIL, BHEL, NTPC, ONGC, IOCL, Indian Railways or any other company named. No job or salary is guaranteed. Verify all openings on the official careers portal and never pay any fee to anyone for a job.