CITS AICET Result 2026 Out – Download Scorecard & Rank Card at nimionlineadmission.in

CITS AICET Result 2026 Out - Download Scorecard & Rank Card at nimionlineadmission.in

CITS AICET Result 2026 has been officially released on 10 June 2026 by the Directorate General of Training (DGT) through the National Instructional Media Institute (NIMI). Candidates who appeared in the All India Common Entrance Test (AICET) for Craft Instructor Training Scheme (CITS) 2026-27 admission can now log in at nimionlineadmission.in to check and download their CITS scorecard, rank card, and merit list. The AICET was conducted on 31 May 2026 in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode across examination centres nationwide. Qualified candidates will be called for the first round of online counselling beginning 15 June 2026.

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CITS Result 2026 - Overview

The table below provides a quick snapshot of all key details related to the CITS AICET Result 2026, including the conducting body, exam date, result date, and official portal.

CITS AICET 2026 - Important Dates

Candidates must be aware of all critical deadlines related to the CITS 2026 admission cycle, from application to counselling. The schedule below is based on the official tentative schedule released by DGT/NIMI.

How to Download CITS AICET Result 2026 - Step-by-Step Guide

Candidates can check and download the CITS Result 2026 by logging into the official NIMI admission portal. Follow the simple steps below to access your scorecard and rank card without any confusion.

1. Visit the official CITS admission portal at nimionlineadmission.in.
2. Look for the "CITS Result 2026" or "Download Scorecard" link on the homepage.
3. Click on the link and enter your Registration Number and Password in the login fields.
4. Click Submit / Login to access your candidate dashboard.
5. Your CITS AICET Result 2026, along with your scorecard and rank, will appear on the screen.
6. Download the result PDF and take a printout for use during counselling and admission.

Details Mentioned on CITS Scorecard 2026

Once you download the CITS AICET 2026 scorecard, verify all the details printed on it carefully. Any discrepancy should be reported to NIMI immediately before the counselling process begins.

• Candidate's Name
• Registration Number
• Roll Number
• Category (General / SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwD)
• Trade Applied For
• Marks Obtained (out of 100)
• All India Rank / Merit Position
• Qualifying Status
• Counselling Eligibility

CITS AICET 2026 - Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme

Understanding the AICET exam pattern helps candidates assess their expected score against the merit list. The exam was held in CBT mode comprising 100 objective-type questions with the following structure.

The exam duration was 2 hours. Each correct answer carried 1 mark. There was no negative marking mentioned in the official CITS 2026 prospectus.

CITS 2026 Merit List - How It Is Prepared

The CITS AICET 2026 merit list is compiled by DGT/NIMI based on candidate performance in the entrance test, reservation norms, and trade preferences. Here is how the ranking process works.

• Merit list basis: AICET scores out of 100 marks.
• Category-wise ranking: Separate merit lists are prepared for General, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwD categories.
• Tie-breaking: In case two candidates obtain identical scores, a tie-breaking method is applied as per the official prospectus.
• Trade mapping: Candidates are ranked within the trade they applied for; an incorrect trade selection can result in rejection even after qualifying.
• Cut-off marks: Cut-offs vary by trade, category, and institute, and are available alongside the result on the official portal.

CITS Counselling Process 2026 - What Happens After Result

Qualified candidates in the CITS AICET 2026 result must complete the online counselling process to secure a seat at their preferred NSTI or IToT institute. The counselling is conducted in multiple rounds, and candidates who miss a round may participate in subsequent rounds.

• Counselling Fee: ₹500 (online only via Credit/Debit Card or Net Banking); this is separate from the admission fee.
• Round 1: 15-18 June 2026
• Round 2: 30 June - 3 July 2026
• Round 3: 15-18 July 2026
• Spot Round / Walk-in: 3-5 August 2026 (for vacant seats)
• After each main round, an Online Transfer Round is also held for seat adjustments.
• Candidates must report to the allotted NSTI/IToT with original documents and pay admission fees to confirm their seat.

CITS Application Fee Structure 2026

The following fee structure was applicable at the time of CITS 2026 application. The counselling fee is an additional, non-refundable payment required before participating in seat allotment.

All payments must be made online only through Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking.

About CITS (Craft Instructor Training Scheme) 2026-27

CITS is a one-year training programme run by the Directorate General of Training (DGT), Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Government of India. It prepares qualified candidates to become certified instructors at Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and similar vocational training institutions across the country.

• Training is conducted at National Skill Training Institutes (NSTIs) and Institutes of Training of Trainers (IToTs).
• Successful candidates are awarded the National Craft Instructor Certificate (NCIC), a prestigious qualification recognized across India's vocational training ecosystem.
• The programme covers both trade theory at the instructor level and modern pedagogical skills including lesson planning, evaluation techniques, and practical workshop management.

CITS 2026 - Eligibility Criteria

Candidates who appeared in the AICET 2026 must have met the following eligibility conditions. Checking eligibility at the counselling stage is essential, as an ineligible candidate can be rejected even after qualifying the exam.