How to become a Solar PV Technician in India
सोलर तकनीशियन
Install, connect and maintain rooftop and ground-mounted solar power systems.
- Streams
- Vocational / ITI, Any stream
- Time it takes
- About 1–2 years of ITI plus a short solar training programme
- Key exams
- ITI admission, All India Trade Test
What you actually do
- Survey rooftops and mount solar panels and structures
- Wire panels, inverters, batteries and protection devices
- Clean, test and troubleshoot systems after installation
A day in the life
Climbing onto a rooftop with the team, fixing mounting rails, connecting panels in strings, wiring the inverter, and checking the system output before handing over to the household.
The path, step by step
- Class 9–10: pass Class 10 with Scienceabout 2 yr
- ITI Electrician, Wireman or Electronics Mechanic trade (1–2 years, see DGT)about 2 yr
- Suryamitra skill programme by NISE (short-term solar training) or similar recognised solar courseabout 3 mo
- Field experience with an installer or on-the-job trainingabout 6 mo
- First job: Solar PV Installer / O&M Technician with an installer, EPC firm or solar parkabout 1 yr
Entrance and recruitment exams
| Exam | Conducted by | How often |
|---|---|---|
| ITI admission (state counselling, merit on Class 8/10 marks) | State ITI admission authorities under the DGT framework | Once a year, after Class 10 results |
| All India Trade Test (NCVT certificate) | Directorate General of Training (DGT) | At the end of each ITI course |
Exam dates, eligibility and patterns change every cycle. Always read the latest notice on the official website before you apply.
Cost and pay
Government / public route
Government ITIs: low fees; Suryamitra is a government skill programme — check NISE for current fee and stipend terms
Private route
Private ITIs and private solar courses: moderate fees
Approximate. Fees change every year and differ by state, institute and category (fee waivers and scholarships may apply). Always check the official fee notice.
Salary
Pay depends on the employer, location and whether you work on rooftops or large solar parks. Skilled technicians can move into supervision or start their own installation business. We do not quote figures.
Skills that matter
Is this for me?
Good fit if…
- You want to work in clean energy
- You are comfortable outdoors and on rooftops
- You like practical electrical work
Maybe not, if…
- You dislike working in the sun and heat
- You are afraid of heights
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How do I become a Solar PV Technician in India?
1. Class 9–10: pass Class 10 with Science 2. ITI Electrician, Wireman or Electronics Mechanic trade (1–2 years, see DGT) 3. Suryamitra skill programme by NISE (short-term solar training) or similar recognised solar course 4. Field experience with an installer or on-the-job training 5. First job: Solar PV Installer / O&M Technician with an installer, EPC firm or solar park
Which entrance exams lead to a career as a Solar PV Technician?
ITI admission (state counselling, merit on Class 8/10 marks) (State ITI admission authorities under the DGT framework); All India Trade Test (NCVT certificate) (Directorate General of Training (DGT)). Check each official website for current dates and eligibility.
Which stream should I choose after Class 10 to become a Solar PV Technician?
Vocational / ITI, Any stream.
How long does it take to become a Solar PV Technician?
About 1–2 years of ITI plus a short solar training programme
How much does it cost to become a Solar PV Technician?
Government route: Government ITIs: low fees; Suryamitra is a government skill programme — check NISE for current fee and stipend terms. Private route: Private ITIs and private solar courses: moderate fees. Approximate. Fees change every year and differ by state, institute and category (fee waivers and scholarships may apply). Always check the official fee notice.
What is the salary of a Solar PV Technician in India?
Pay depends on the employer, location and whether you work on rooftops or large solar parks. Skilled technicians can move into supervision or start their own installation business. We do not quote figures.
Sources and last check
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- Solar PV Technician: path, eligibility and costsVerified 13 Oct 2026
Approximate. Fees change every year and differ by state, institute and category (fee waivers and scholarships may apply). Always check the official fee notice.
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy · Suryamitra (NISE) · Directorate General of Training
- Entrance and recruitment examsVerified 13 Oct 2026
Frequency shown is typical; dates, eligibility and patterns change every cycle.
ITI admission (state counselling, merit on Class 8/10 marks) — State ITI admission authorities under the DGT framework · All India Trade Test (NCVT certificate) — Directorate General of Training (DGT)
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