Are you looking to jumpstart your career after class 10 instead of continuing regular schooling? Then here’s your chance! The Central Institute of Tool Design (CITD), Hyderabad is inviting applications for various industry-relevant diploma programs in high-demand fields like Automation & Robotics, Tool & Die Making, Production Engineering, and Electronics & Communication.

These courses are AICTE-approved and recognized by the State Board of Technical Education, Telangana.

🧾 Available Diploma Programs & Seats

✅ Direct lateral entry to 2nd year of B.Tech is available after successful completion of the diploma.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

• For DTDMM (4-year): Minimum 50% marks in Class 10 (45% for SC/ST).

• Age limit: 15 to 19 years as on 22 May 2025.

• For 3-year courses: Class 10 pass, max age 19 years, with 5-year age relaxation for SC/ST candidates.

📝 Admission via Entrance Test

• Objective-type exam covering: Maths, Science, English, Aptitude & GK (10th standard level).

• Duration: 1.5 hours

• Tentative Exam Date: 25 May 2025

• Test Center: Hyderabad

💵 Application Process & Fees

• Mode: Online or Offline

• General Category: ₹800 | SC/ST: ₹400

• Payment via online gateway or Demand Draft

• Last date to apply: 22 May 2025

• Contact Numbers: 040-29561795 / 9502405170

🌟 Why Choose This Diploma?

These skill-based diplomas give you early exposure to real-world technologies, hands-on training (75% practical + 25% theory), and career opportunities in core industries. They also serve as a strong foundation for further engineering studies.