Electric Vehicle Assembly Technician
Assembles the components of an electric vehicle.
Overview
An Electric Vehicle Assembly Technician is responsible for assembling the components of an electric vehicle.
Where they work
- Automobile manufacturing units
- Automobile workshops
- Service centres etc.
Work environment
You may need to handle a team. Local travel is not a part of this job role. Part-time work and contractual jobs may be available. Factories usually work 6 days a week and you are likely to work 8 to 9 hours every day. This may vary from company to company. Shift system may be available.
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field.
Skills and interests
This career might suit you if…
- You like putting things together or assembling things
- You enjoy repairing all kinds of mechanical objects
- You are a careful and organized person
Eligibility and education roadmap
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment. NSQF course levels, entry requirements and availability change — verify with the training provider.
Route 1
- 1Minimum qualification: complete Class 8 followed by a 2-year ITI course (Engineering or Non-Engineering).
Alternative route 2
- 1Complete Class 10 followed by 2 years of work experience.
- 2Enrol for a National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF) Level 2 Certificate course (Automotive Assembly Assistant Level 2).
- 3Enrol for a National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF) Level 3 Certificate course, Electric Vehicle Assembly Operator.
Forms, exams and applications
Exam names above are as printed in the source card. Application windows, eligibility and syllabi change — always check the official notification for current dates.
Where to apply
This list of institutes is indicative only.
Government institutes
- Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI), Pune, Maharashtra
- Central Institute of Road Transport (CIRT), Pune, Maharashtra
- International Centre for Automotive Technology (ICAT), Manesar, Haryana
- Institute of Driving and Traffic Research (IDTR), New Delhi
These institute lists are indicative examples from the source card, not a ranked or complete directory. Always verify accreditation on the institute's official website.
Career outcomes
Growth path
- 1Electric Vehicle Assembly Technician
- 2Production Supervisor
- 3Production Manager
Related careers to explore
Automotive Electrician
Assesses, services and repairs the electrical and electronic parts of a vehicle, across all its electrical sub-systems.
Fitter (Mechanical Assembly)
Assembles sub-components into mechanical products with hand and power tools, and checks quality against the drawings.
Student action plan
What you can do this month
- Read this whole roadmap and note any subjects, exams or institutes you don't recognise yet.
- Talk to a teacher or school counsellor about how your current subjects connect to Any Stream.
- Look for a school club, competition or online course related to building.
- Shortlist 2–3 institutes from the list above and check their official website for current admission details.
- Save this career and compare it with 1–2 others you're considering.
Example from the field
Pratibha Kumbhar — A 35-year-old mother of two. She assembles circuits for EV speedometers at the Pune factory of Kinetic Communications, a manufacturer of EV components and a subsidiary of the Indian auto-maker Kinetic Group. 'I work fixed hours and I am financially independent,' she said.
SourceThis profile is shared for training/educational purposes only, as printed in the source card.
Sources and update notice
- Career card source: Exploring Career Paths with Career Cards, Volume 2, printed page 913 (NCERT / UNICEF India / PSSCIVE Bhopal, First Edition, April 2025).
- Income source: https://www.ambitionbox.com/profile/assembly-technician-salary/automobile-industry
- Last reviewed on this site: 2026-08-21
The example from the field also appears, in a longer form and from a different source, on the Automotive Electrician card (page 881).
Eligibility, fees, exam patterns and admissions change often. Always verify current details on official institute, exam-body or government websites before making decisions.