Candidates must meet the following qualifications as on the closing date of application:
- For Non-ITI Category: Must have passed Madhyamik (Class X standard or equivalent) with at least 50% aggregate marks, and a minimum of 40% marks in both Mathematics and Science.
- For ITI Category: Must have passed a relevant trade test from an NCVT or SCVT recognized institute or other authority as per the Trade Apprentices Act 1961, with minimum 50% marks in the ITI examination. Additionally, candidates must have passed Madhyamik (Class X standard or equivalent) with at least 50% marks.