The Directorate General of Training (DGT), through the National Instructional Media Institute (NIMI), released the CITS AICET Result 2026 on 10 June 2026. Candidates who took the All India Common Entrance Test (AICET) for the Craft Instructor Training Scheme (CITS) 2026-27 admission cycle on 31 May 2026 can now check their scorecards and rank cards.
Qualified candidates are eligible for the first round of online counselling, starting on 15 June 2026. You will need your registration number and password to access the results at the official NIMI admission portal (https://nimionlineadmission.in).
CITS Result 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | Directorate General of Training (DGT) / NIMI |
| Exam Name | All India Common Entrance Test (AICET) for CITS 2026-27 |
| Exam Date | 31 May 2026 |
| Result Declaration Date | 10 June 2026 |
| Result Status | Released |
| Counselling Start Date (Round 1) | 15 June 2026 |
| Official Portal | https://nimionlineadmission.in |
Important Dates for CITS 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 18 April 2026 |
| Application Last Date (Extended) | 17 May 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 23 May 2026 |
| AICET Exam Date | 31 May 2026 |
| Result Declaration | 10 June 2026 |
| Counselling Round 1 | 15-18 June 2026 |
| Counselling Round 2 | 30 June – 3 July 2026 |
| Counselling Round 3 | 15-18 July 2026 |
| Spot Round / Walk-in Admission | 3-5 August 2026 |
How to Download CITS AICET Result 2026
- Visit the official NIMI admission portal at https://nimionlineadmission.in.
- Log in using your registration number and password to view and download your scorecard.
Ensure your personal details, category, and applied trade match your original application. Contact NIMI support before counselling if you notice any errors.
Scorecard Details
Your downloaded scorecard contains the following information: * Candidate’s full name * Registration number * Examination roll number * Category (General, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, or PwD) * Trade or craft applied for * Total marks obtained (out of 100) * All-India rank * Qualifying status and counselling eligibility
CITS AICET 2026 Exam Pattern
The CBT exam ran for 2 hours and consisted of 100 objective-type questions (1 mark each) with no negative marking.
| Section | Number of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
| ITI Trade Theory (Technical) | 75 | 75 |
| Aptitude / Reasoning / General Mental Ability | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Merit List and Counselling
The merit list depends on your AICET score out of 100. Separate lists are published for each reserved category. Ties are broken using official prospectus rules.
Counselling starts on 15 June 2026. Participants must pay a non-refundable counselling fee of ₹500 online before seat allotment. Following the three main rounds, a spot round or walk-in admission runs from 3 to 5 August 2026. Allotted candidates must report to their assigned institute with original documents to finalize admission.
Fee Details
Payments are processed online (credit card, debit card, or net banking).
| Category | Application Fee | Counselling Fee |
|---|---|---|
| General | ₹300 | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / PH / EWS / Women | ₹200 | ₹500 |
CITS 2026-27 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following requirements at the time of counselling: * Minimum Age: 18 years as of the academic session start date. * Maximum Age: No upper age limit. * Educational Qualification: NTC (ITI) / NAC / Diploma in Engineering / Degree in Engineering or equivalent in a relevant trade. Final-year students are eligible for provisional admission.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| CITS AICET Result 2026 | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Where can I check my CITS AICET Result for 2026?
Ans. You can access your results on the official NIMI admission portal at https://nimionlineadmission.in by logging in with your registration number and password.
Q2. On what date was the CITS AICET exam held?
Ans. The entrance exam took place on 31 May 2026 as a Computer-Based Test across various centers.
Q3. How much is the counselling fee for the CITS 2026 session?
Ans. All candidates need to pay a ₹500 counselling fee online using a credit card, debit card, or net banking prior to the seat allotment process.
Q4. When does the first round of CITS counselling start?
Ans. The first round of online counselling begins on 15 June 2026 and wraps up on 18 June 2026.
Q5. What details are printed on my CITS scorecard?
Ans. Your scorecard will show your name, registration and roll numbers, category, trade, marks scored, your all-India rank, and whether you are eligible to proceed to counselling.
Q6. Did the AICET 2026 exam have negative marking?
Ans. No, there was no negative marking in the exam. Every correct answer was awarded 1 mark, with zero deductions for any wrong answers.
Q7. What exactly is the National Craft Instructor Certificate (NCIC)?
Ans. The NCIC is a recognized credential you receive after finishing the CITS program, which qualifies you to work as an instructor in vocational training institutes throughout India.
