Campus Placement for ITI & Diploma Students 2026 – Companies & Salary

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For many ITI and polytechnic students, the first job does not come from a big online portal. It comes from a placement drive held at their own institute, an apprenticeship mela at the nearest government ITI, or a district job fair. Knowing how these campus routes work, and how to prepare for them, can make the difference between getting shortlisted and being left waiting.

Campus and mela-based hiring is most active near industrial clusters such as Gurugram–Manesar and Bawal in Haryana, Pune and Aurangabad in Maharashtra, Sanand and Vadodara in Gujarat, Hosur, Chennai and Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu, Bengaluru’s Bidadi belt, and Jamshedpur in Jharkhand. Companies in these areas need a steady flow of trained young technicians.

The main routes are: the placement or training cell at your ITI or polytechnic, Pradhan Mantri National Apprenticeship Melas (PMNAM), state and district rozgar melas, and company programmes that tie up directly with institutes. This is an independent guide, not the website of any institute, government department or company.

Campus Placement for ITI & Diploma Students 2026 – Quick Overview

Detail	Information
Who It Is For	ITI students and pass-outs, diploma (polytechnic) students
Main Routes	Institute placement cell, PMNAM, state job fairs, company tie-ups
Typical Recruiters	Automobile, auto-component, engineering, electronics and process companies
Key Industrial Belts	Manesar, Pune, Sanand, Hosur, Chennai, Bidadi, Jamshedpur
Job Types	Apprentice, earn-and-learn trainee, operator, technician, diploma trainee
Apprentice Stipend	₹9,600 (12th/1-year ITI) to ₹10,900 (diploma) minimum, from September 2025
Fresher Salary (Indicative)	₹12,000 to ₹25,000 per month
Minimum Education	ITI or diploma (some programmes accept 12th pass)
Experience	Not required
Registration Portals	apprenticeshipindia.gov.in, nats.education.gov.in, ncs.gov.in
Fees	Genuine campus drives and melas do not charge candidates
Selection Process	Written test, trade or practical test, interview, medical

About Campus Placement for ITI and Diploma Students

Most ITIs and polytechnics have a training and placement officer who invites companies to the campus, collects student data and arranges tests and interviews. Large manufacturers prefer this route because they can test many trained candidates in one day. Some companies go further and partner with ITIs directly – Maruti Suzuki, for example, reported training over 12,000 ITI students in FY24 through its ITI programmes.

Outside the campus, the government runs PM National Apprenticeship Melas, which were designed to be held on the second Monday of each month at many locations. Public and private establishments meet candidates and can select apprentices on the spot. A December 2025 mela at Government ITI Panaji in Goa, for instance, invited ITI holders and local youth to report directly at the venue.

Types of Campus Placement Routes

Institute Placement Cell Drives

Companies visit your ITI or polytechnic for tests and interviews. Ask your placement officer to register you and keep your marks and documents updated.

PM National Apprenticeship Mela (PMNAM)

One-day apprenticeship melas usually held at government ITIs and skill offices. Candidates with a Class 5–12 pass certificate, skill certificate, ITI or degree can attend.

State and District Rozgar Melas

State employment and skill departments organise job fairs where local employers and staffing companies recruit. Many are announced on the National Career Service portal and state portals.

Company Earn-and-Learn Programmes

Programmes like Tata Motors Kaushalya and Toyota Kirloskar’s Kaushalya learn-and-earn model combine plant training with a stipend and a qualification.

Diploma Trainee Drives

Polytechnic students are recruited as Diploma Engineer Trainees, for example by Reliance for electrical, mechanical and instrumentation branches.

Pool Campus Drives

Several nearby institutes send students to one venue, which is common when a company needs large numbers.

ITI & Diploma Campus Placement Salary 2026

Position	Indicative Monthly Salary (₹)
NAPS ITI Apprentice (1-year ITI)	9,600
Diploma Apprentice (NATS minimum)	10,900
Earn-and-Learn Trainee	11,000 – 15,000
ITI Operator / Technician Trainee	12,000 – 18,000
Quality Inspector (ITI/Diploma)	13,000 – 20,000
Maintenance Technician (ITI)	15,000 – 22,000
Diploma Engineer Trainee	15,000 – 25,000

Apprentice figures are the minimum stipends under the Apprenticeship (Amendment) Rules, 2025. Other ranges are indicative and vary by company, city and whether you join company rolls, a staffing partner’s rolls or an apprenticeship partner’s rolls.

Campus Placement Tips for Freshers

Most campus offers for freshers are apprenticeships or trainee roles, not permanent jobs on day one. That is normal. Treat the first year as paid training and focus on learning, attendance and safety record, which are what supervisors look at when deciding who to retain.

Your ITI or diploma marks matter, because many companies set cut-offs before the test. Practical skills matter even more on the day: you may be asked to measure a part with a vernier, wire a simple circuit or explain a safety sign.

Before accepting, understand the terms. Ask the duration of the programme, the stipend or salary, who your employer is on paper, and what happens after the programme ends.

Earn-and-Learn and Training Programs

Some company programmes recruit heavily from ITIs and 12th pass students.

Tata Motors Kaushalya Earn & Learn

For ages 18–23 with a 2-year ITI or 12th pass. Trainees are enrolled under NAPS through an apprenticeship partner, train at Tata Motors plants (Pune, Jamshedpur, Lucknow, Pantnagar, Sanand, Dharwad) and work towards a diploma in mechatronics, with no fees.

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Programmes

Toyota runs the Toyota Technical Training Institute, set up in 2007, and a two-year Kaushalya learn-and-earn model combining classroom and on-the-job training.

Maruti Suzuki ITI Programmes

Maruti Suzuki partners with ITIs for training and lists ITI apprentice (1 year) and flexi workmen openings for Gurgaon and Manesar on its careers page.

NAPS and NATS Apprenticeships

ITI students register on apprenticeshipindia.gov.in, and diploma students on nats.education.gov.in, so companies can engage them as apprentices.

Eligibility

Final-year or pass-out ITI or diploma student (some programmes accept 12th pass)
Minimum marks as set by each company
Age limits only as stated by the company or programme
Registered on NAPS or NATS for apprenticeship roles
Medically fit for factory work
Willingness to relocate to the plant location

Education Qualification

Different routes accept different qualifications:

ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in fitter, electrician, turner, machinist, welder, mechanic and similar trades
3-year engineering diploma in mechanical, electrical, electronics, automobile or instrumentation
12th pass for some earn-and-learn programmes
Class 5–12 pass or skill certificate to attend PMNAM
Diploma with minimum marks and no backlogs for trainee drives

Selection Process

Placement cell or mela announces the drive
Students register and submit resumes
Company shortlists on marks and branch
Pre-placement talk about the company and role
Written aptitude and technical test
Practical or trade test
Personal interview
Offer letter, medical check and joining

Working Hours and Shifts

Most plant roles work 8–9 hour rotating shifts
Apprentice training follows the Apprentices Act and company rules
Earn-and-learn trainees balance shifts with classroom sessions
Weekly offs depend on plant schedules

Ask the company about shift timings and night shift rules during the pre-placement talk.

Benefits

Stipend or salary from the first month
Recognised apprenticeship certificate
Diploma or qualification in some earn-and-learn programmes
Canteen and transport at many plants
Medical cover or insurance in many programmes
Uniform and safety shoes
Chance of retention based on performance

Benefits differ between programmes. Read the offer letter fully before signing.

Career Growth

Apprentice / Trainee → Operator or Technician → Senior Technician → Team Leader → Supervisor

Diploma holders can grow into junior engineer and shift engineer roles
ITI holders can complete a diploma through lateral entry
Earn-and-learn graduates gain both a qualification and experience
Maintenance and quality roles often pay more than line roles

Skills That Can Improve Your Chances

Strong basics of your trade or branch
Measuring instruments and drawing reading
Simple aptitude and arithmetic
Basic English for reading instructions
Knowledge of 5S, Kaizen and safety
Electrical or mechanical troubleshooting basics
Basic computer and mobile skills
Confidence in interviews
Good attendance record in college
Neat dress and punctuality on drive day

Documents Required

10th marksheet and certificate
12th marksheet, if applicable
ITI or diploma marksheets (all semesters)
Bonafide or college ID card
Aadhaar card
NAPS or NATS registration number
Bank passbook copy
Passport-size photographs
Printed resume

Carry originals and two sets of photocopies on placement day.

How to Apply Online

Step 1

Meet your institute’s training and placement officer and register for upcoming drives.

Step 2

Step 3

Check the NAPS portal and your regional skill office for upcoming PMNAM dates and venues.

Step 4

Step 5

Visit official careers pages of companies such as Tata Motors and Maruti Suzuki for earn-and-learn and ITI openings.

Step 6

Prepare a one-page resume listing your trade, marks, projects and practical skills.

Step 7

Practise aptitude questions and revise your trade practicals before the drive.

Step 8

After the offer, confirm the employer name, stipend, location and duration in writing before joining.

Beware of Fake Job Offers

Fake “campus placement” agents sometimes approach students promising jobs in big companies for a fee.

Never pay for registration, training or placement
Confirm drives with your placement officer
Check openings on official company websites
Never share OTPs or bank details
Report fraud at cybercrime.gov.in

Campus Placement for ITI & Diploma Students 2026 – FAQs

What is PMNAM?

The Pradhan Mantri National Apprenticeship Mela is a one-day event where companies select apprentices, usually held at government ITIs and skill offices.

Who can attend an apprenticeship mela?

Candidates with a Class 5–12 pass certificate, skill training certificate, ITI or graduate degree can attend.

What stipend do campus apprentices get?

The minimum is ₹9,600 for 12th pass/vocational certificate holders and ₹10,900 for diploma holders, under the 2025 rules.

Can 12th pass students join earn-and-learn programmes?

Yes. Tata Motors Kaushalya, for example, accepts 12th pass or 2-year ITI candidates aged 18–23.

Do campus drives charge any fee?

Genuine drives and melas do not charge candidates. Treat any payment demand as a warning sign.

Is a campus offer a permanent job?

Most fresher offers are apprenticeships or trainee roles. Retention depends on performance and company policy.

Can diploma students get trainee jobs?

Yes. Companies such as Reliance post Diploma Engineer Trainee openings with minimum marks requirements.

What if my college gets few companies?

Attend PMNAM, district rozgar melas and pool drives, and apply directly on company portals.

Final Words

Campus placement for ITI and diploma students works best when you use every route together – your placement cell, apprenticeship melas, state job fairs and official company programmes. Register on NAPS or NATS early, keep your documents ready, and practise your trade skills before every drive. A first-year apprenticeship or trainee role is a real start, so choose one that teaches you well and pays statutory benefits.

Disclaimer: Salary figures are indicative and may differ from actual offers. This is an independent informational guide not affiliated with Tata Motors, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, Maruti Suzuki, Reliance Industries or any government department. No job or salary is guaranteed. Verify all openings on the official careers portal and never pay any fee to anyone for a job.