NCVET, 2 years Training Programme
From Machines to Mastery – Shaping Industry-Ready Precision Professionals with DBTI Advantage
The Machinist course at DBTI is a two-year, NSQF Level-4 programme under the Craftsmen Training Scheme (CTS). It prepares trainees to operate, set up, and maintain a variety of machine tools with precision. DBTI integrates Employability Skills, 21st-Century Skills, and the Don Bosco Plus Skill Portfolio, ensuring holistic training.
National Trade Certificate (NTC)
Recognized globally
Communication, teamwork, digital literacy, workplace readiness
Problem-solving, adaptability, creativity, leadership
Skill Portfolio: Personal record of technical and soft skills
A Machinist is responsible for producing precision parts and tools by operating and maintaining machines. Job tasks include interpreting technical drawings, setting up machine tools, precision machining, measuring, and quality control. DBTI-trained machinists are prepared for roles in production, R&D, and manufacturing industries.
Adequate space with machine tools
Degree/Diploma/NTC/NAC in Mechanical/Production with NCIC certification / CITS
By completing this course, trainees will be able to:
Practical work, assignments, projects, attendance.
All India Trade Test (AITT) by DGT leading to award of NTC. Unit tests and Quarterly Assessments.
The evaluation system is based on two components:
Periodical Reports are sent to the parents/guardians to inform them of the progress of the trainee. These reports must be signed by the parent/guardian and returned to the Institute authorities.
PTM (Parent-Teacher Meeting) is held after the first and third Assessments.
Trainees are registered under the Machinist trade and appear for the All-India Trade Test (AITT) conducted by NCVET, earning the National Trade Certificate (NTC).
Each trainee also receives a DBTI Certificate as General Machine Operator (GMO) along with a Trainee Skill Portfolio documenting both technical and employability skills gained during training.
Terminal Examinations are held in October, December, April and June.
Statement of Marks is issued at the end of every semester to the students giving details of marks obtained in the periodical assignments and term end examinations.
A Certificate of Completion in one or more successfully completed courses/subjects is awarded to the trainee who has 85% attendance and has secured minimum of 40% marks in Theory and 60% of marks in Practical.
The Certificates are given free of charge, if taken within a month of withdrawal/completion of training or declaration of Board results. Otherwise Rs. 300 per year will be charged.
Operating various machine tools
Manufacturing & production support
Precision measurement & quality assurance
Specialized tooling & fixtures
Equipment maintenance & repair
Team leadership & coordination
Major PSUs: BHEL, NTPC, ONGC, SAIL, GAIL, IOCL, HPCL, BPCL, HAL, BEL, BEML, HMT, etc.
Organizations: ISRO, BARC, IPR, IGCAR, CSIR Labs, etc.
Technician in machining, precision engineering, and fabrication units
Railways, Ordnance factories, PSUs, and state-run corporations regularly recruit ITI Machinist trainees/apprentices.
After apprenticeship, candidates are often absorbed or gain preference in permanent recruitment.
ITI Machinists are eligible for SSC, State SSC, DSSSB, ESIC, and other government technician posts where "ITI in Machinist/Turner/Fitter" is mentioned.
₹12,000 – ₹18,000 per month
₹25,000 – ₹40,000 per month
₹50,000 – ₹1,00,000 per month
Graduates can work in:
Start your own precision machining business - Offer custom machining services, tool making, or component manufacturing with the advanced skills gained from this program.
DBTI enriches Machinist training with comprehensive skill development beyond technical expertise:
This comprehensive approach ensures DBTI Machinist graduates are not just skilled technicians, but industry-ready precision professionals equipped with both technical expertise and essential workplace skills for successful careers in manufacturing and beyond.
Our admission counselors are here to guide you through the process.