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Career · Skilled Trades and Technical Work

Electrician and electrical technician

Also called: Wireman

Installs, maintains and repairs electrical wiring and equipment.

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DemandHigh

Starting pay₹1.8-3 LPA

Time to first job1 to 3 years after Class 10

Who can enterITI Electrician or electrical diploma; state licence

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What the work is

Electricians install and repair wiring, panels, motors, lighting and appliances in homes, buildings and factories. Electrical technicians maintain machines and power systems in plants. Specialisations include industrial, solar, EV charging and building services.

Training is through a two-year ITI Electrician trade or a diploma, followed by a wireman or electrical licence from the state. Skilled electricians are in demand in India and the Gulf.

A typical week

Install wiring and fittings
Find and fix electrical faults
Maintain motors and panels
Follow safety rules and codes

It suits people who

Like hands-on work
Are careful about safety
Enjoy fixing things

Your path to get there

School (Class 8-10)Class 11-12College or fresherWorking or switching

School (Class 8-10)

After Class 10, join ITI Electrician (2 years) or a diploma

Class 11-12

Class 12 students can also join ITI or a diploma

College or fresher

Do an apprenticeship (NATS or NAPS)
Get a wireman or supervisor licence

Working or switching

Skill India short courses and solar or EV certifications

Returning after a break?

Refresher courses at ITIs and Skill India centres help returners update their skills and get certified.

Exams and certifications

Name	What it is for	When
ITI admission (state portal) ↗	ITI Electrician trade	Once a year
State electrical licence	Licence to work	After training
Apprenticeship (NAPS) ↗	Paid training in industry	After ITI

Exam names, eligibility and dates change. Always check the official website for this year's notice.

Job market

Job titles to search

ElectricianElectrical technicianMaintenance electricianSolar technicianElectrical supervisor

Who hires

FactoriesConstruction and building servicesFacility management firmsSolar companiesOwn business

Where the jobs are

All over IndiaGulf countries

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