Overview
The Department of Technical Education, Government of Rajasthan has released the Rajasthan ITI Allotment Merit List 2026 for admission into Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) across the state. Candidates who applied for ITI seats in Rajasthan can now check their provisional merit status on the official website kdhte.rajasthan.gov.in. The provisional merit list covers admissions to various ITI trades offered under multiple government and private institutes in Rajasthan for the academic session 2026–27.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Department of Technical Education, Govt. of Rajasthan |
| Post Name | ITI Admission (All Trades) |
| Total Vacancies | Varies by institute and trade |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | kdhte.rajasthan.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start Date | February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | March 2026 |
| Provisional Merit List | April 2026 (Released) |
| Counselling / 2nd Allotment | TBA |
| Final Admission | TBA |
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for updates on the counselling schedule and subsequent allotment rounds.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have passed Class 8th for certain one-year and two-year trades.
- For most engineering and non-engineering trades, candidates must have passed Class 10th (Matriculation) from a recognized board.
- The minimum qualifying marks are generally 35% in the qualifying examination; however, this may vary by trade.
- Candidates applying for the Trade Apprenticeship category must meet the age and qualification criteria as per the Apprenticeship Act.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 14 years (as of the last date of application).
- Maximum Age: 40 years for general category candidates.
- Reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD) receive age relaxation as per government norms.
Fees
- Application fee for General / OBC / EWS category: ₹100.
- Application fee for SC / ST / PwD categories: ₹50.
- In many cases, SC/ST candidates may be eligible for a full fee waiver under the state government scholarship scheme.
Selection Process
- Merit Preparation: The provisional merit list is prepared based on the marks obtained by the candidate in the qualifying examination (Class 8th or 10th, as applicable). No separate entrance exam is conducted for ITI admission in Rajasthan.
- Online Choice Filling: Shortlisted candidates are required to fill in their preferred institute and trade choices online through the candidate login portal.
- Seat Allotment & Counselling: Based on merit rank, choices, and seat availability, allotment is done in multiple rounds. Candidates must report to the allotted institute for document verification and final admission within the specified deadline.
How to Apply / Check Merit List
- Visit the official website kdhte.rajasthan.gov.in.
- On the homepage, click on the link titled "ITI Admission 2026 — Provisional Merit List" under the admissions or notification section.
- A login page will open — enter your application number and date of birth as credentials.
- Click on Submit and the provisional merit list will be displayed on the screen.
- Download and save the merit list as a PDF for future reference during the counselling process.
- Candidates are advised to check their allotted institute and trade against their roll submission and note any discrepancy before the grievance window closes.
Note: Candidates should keep a printout of the merit list and carry it along with original documents (marksheets, certificates, caste certificate if applicable, and ID proof) to the counselling center.
Important Links
FAQs
1. When will the Rajasthan ITI Counselling 2026 begin?
The exact counselling schedule has not been announced yet. After the release of the provisional merit list, the department will publish the choice-filling and counselling dates on the official website. Candidates should monitor kdhte.rajasthan.gov.in for updates.
2. What documents are required at the time of ITI seat allotment?
Candidates must carry the provisional merit list printout, qualifying exam marksheet, school leaving certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, passport-size photographs, and government-issued photo ID proof for verification at the allotted institute.
3. Can a candidate change their trade or institute after the first allotment?
Yes, candidates who are not satisfied with their first allotment can participate in the subsequent allotment rounds by updating their choices during the choice-modification window. However, this is subject
