AICTE-National Initiative for Training of Technical Teachers (NIFT) Scheme 2026 – Training and Certification for Inductee Teachers
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Quick answer
The AICTE-National Initiative for Training of Technical Teachers (NIFT) Scheme provides a three‑phase training programme for inductee teachers working in AICTE‑recognised technical institutions. Participants receive online MOOC‑based training, a one‑month industrial internship and mentor‑based training, and earn a final training completion certificate after successful completion. Applications are made online through the NITTT portal by registering, submitting documents and paying the required fees.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Training and Certification for Inductee Teachers |
| Ministry / department | Ministry of Education |
| Level | Central Government |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
In order to train the Inductee Teachers in AICTE approved / recognised institutions, this National Initiative for Technical Teachers Training (for Inductee Teachers) has been launched in 2020. It imparts training to the Inductee Teachers in three phases. The first phase of the training programme for the Inductee Teachers shall be conducted in Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) mode for eight modules on the SWAYAM platform through the NITTT portal followed by one-month industrial internship (second phase) and then mentor based training (third phase). The purpose of this scheme is to provide a framework for training of Inductee Teachers in AICTE approved institutions.
Benefits
- Training: Inductee Teachers receive training in three phases – online MOOCs on SWAYAM, a one‑month industrial internship and mentor‑based training.
- Certification: A final training completion certificate is issued only after successful completion of all three phases.
Who can apply (eligibility)
- All teachers working in technical institutions or universities that impart technical education (as defined in Section 2(h) of the AICTE Act 1987).
- The technical programmes must be recognised by AICTE.
Documents required
- Photograph (size less than 30 KB).
- All educational qualification certificates.
How to apply
- 1Visit the NITTT portal at https://www.nittt.ac.in/nittt/index.php/site/register.html
- 2Click on Participant Corner and select Participant Register.
- 3Enter Name, Email, Mobile and verification code.
- 4Submit details and click the verification link sent to your email.
- 5Provide basic information: photo, gender, date of birth, category, experience, highest qualification, faculty position, password, confirm password, communication address, state, district, city and PIN code.
- 6Select faculty position as Inductee Teacher to proceed to employment details (otherwise you will be directed to payment).
- 7Enter present employment details: designation, department, college/institution, district, state and date of joining.
- 8Enter past experience from academic institutions or industry.
- 9Proceed to payment and pay the registration fee.
- 10After payment, a unique registration ID is generated; select the pedagogy modules and pay the module‑based certification fee.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the NIFT scheme?+
All teachers working in technical institutions or universities that impart technical education (as defined in Section 2(h) of the AICTE Act 1987), provided the programmes are recognised by AICTE.
What benefits does the scheme provide?+
The scheme provides three‑phase training (online MOOCs, one‑month industrial internship, mentor‑based training) and a final training completion certificate after successful completion of all phases.
How to apply for the scheme?+
Apply online via the NITTT portal by registering, submitting the required documents and paying the registration and module fees as outlined in the application steps.
What is the registration fee?+
One‑time registration fee as notified from time to time (currently, it is [?] 2,000/-) is to be paid to the Coordinating Institute.
What is the certification fee per module?+
The module based certification fee as notified from time to time (currently [?] 1,000/- per module) is required to be paid to the Coordinating Institute for each module.
What is the duration of the programme?+
Three(3) years.
Is a certificate provided?+
Yes, only after successful completion of all the three phases, a final training completion certificate shall be issued to the Inductee Teacher.
How many phases are there in the training?+
Three phases.
Through which platform is the training delivered?+
Training is delivered on the SWAYAM platform through the NITTT portal.
When was the scheme launched?+
The scheme was launched in 2020.
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