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Labour Welfare and Skill Development Department DET ITI ADMISSION PORTAL
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Driver cum Mechanic (LMV)

Skills taught in ITI

  • Identifying vehicle components, driving in conformance to standard practices, following traffic regulations, maintaining good road conduct, and complying with environment regulations and workshop housekeeping.
  • Ensuring road worthiness through pre-operational checks, between-journey checks, and end-of-journey inspections to maintain vehicle safety and performance at all times.
  • Performing daily maintenance and inspection of vehicles, carrying out checks of vehicle aggregates, checking ignition circuit functioning, and conducting general servicing of vehicle components.
  • Checking wheel alignment, performing wheel rotation, calculating passenger fares and freight costs, handling statutory documents, and understanding regulations for transporting hazardous goods.

Skills needed by Industry

  • Ability to drive Light Motor Vehicles safely and efficiently on public and private roads following all traffic rules, regulations, and safety measures while transporting passengers and goods.
  • Proficiency in vehicle maintenance including pre-start checks, timely manufacturer-recommended servicing, achieving good fuel efficiency, and ensuring better tyre life for economical vehicle operation.
  • Competence in collecting and discharging passengers or goods at correct locations as per schedules, communicating fares and freight charges, and maintaining proper records and statutory documents.
  • Skills in maintaining politeness with passengers, handling stress, maintaining physical and mental fitness, and building good relationships with crew members and other road users.

Job Opportunities

  • Can work as a Light Motor Vehicle Driver in transport companies, logistics firms, courier services, and taxi or cab aggregator platforms transporting passengers and goods.
  • Can find employment as a company driver in corporate organizations, hotels, hospitals, schools, and government departments requiring dedicated vehicle drivers with maintenance knowledge.
  • Can join fleet management companies, car rental services, and travel agencies as a driver cum mechanic handling both driving responsibilities and basic vehicle maintenance tasks.
  • Can become a self-employed entrepreneur by operating own taxi, goods vehicle, or transport service catering to local and outstation passenger and freight requirements.

Upskilling Opportunities

  • Can pursue a Diploma or Degree in Mechanical or Automobile Engineering from AICTE recognized institutions to gain advanced technical knowledge and improve career growth.Can pursue a Diploma or Degree in Mechanical or Automobile Engineering from AICTE recognized institutions to gain advanced technical knowledge and improve career growth.
  • Can obtain a Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) driving license to expand employment opportunities in trucking, bus transport, and heavy goods vehicle operations across India.
  • Can join the Crafts Instructor Training Scheme (CITS) to become a certified ITI instructor in the Driver Cum Mechanic LMV trade after gaining required industry experience.
  • Can pursue specialized courses in automobile servicing, electric vehicle technology, or fleet management to meet the growing demands of the modern automotive and transport industry.

Trade Details

Duration
6 months
Qualification
8th Standard
Sector
Automotive
Councelling seats
40
Management seats
0
Total seats
40

Career Pathway

Entry Level
Join as a Light Motor Vehicle Driver or Driver Trainee in transport companies, logistics firms, courier services, or cab aggregator platforms.
Mid Level
Work as a Company Driver cum Mechanic in corporate organizations, hotels, hospitals, or fleet management companies handling driving and basic vehicle maintenance tasks.
Senior Level
Rise to Fleet Supervisor or Transport Coordinator; become an Entrepreneur by operating own taxi, goods vehicle, or transport service for passenger and freight requirements.

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