Auto/E-Rickshaw Driver and Technician
Drives three-wheeler autos — electric, loading and passenger — and carries out routine check-ups and repairs.
Overview
As an Auto/E-Rickshaw Driver and Technician you are trained to drive various types of three wheeler autos like electric operated autos, loading autos and passenger autos. You also learn about various repair, maintenance techniques for the vehicle and carry out routine check-up and repairs for the vehicle.
Where they work
- Generally you will be self employed
- Cab aggregator companies
Work environment
Generally you will be self employed, or you may join a cab aggregator company.
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field.
Skills and interests
This career might suit you if…
- You like driving
- You are physically fit
- Your communication skills are good
- You like meeting people
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. Driving a commercial passenger or goods vehicle also requires the appropriate driving licence and permits.
- 1Minimum qualification: after completion of class 8, with a minimum age of 18, you can enrol for a National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF) Level 3 course for Auto/E-Rickshaw driver and technician.
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
- Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs)
- Central Institute of Road Transport, Maharashtra
- Institute of Automobile Engineering, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Automech Institute, Bangalore, Karnataka
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
- 1Auto Rickshaw Driver
Expected income
₹8,000 – ₹30,000 per month
The figures are indicative and subject to change. The card's source is an AmbitionBox page for auto drivers in Hyderabad.
SourceRelated careers to explore
Auto Service Technician
Services, maintains and repairs motor vehicles, and keeps workshop supplies, tools and spare parts in order.
Light Motor Vehicle Driver
Holds a Light Motor Vehicle licence and drives safely on assigned routes, ensuring the vehicle meets legal and compliance requirements.
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 travelling.
- 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
Ankita Shah — She was hit by polio but never let challenges define her, and completed her graduation. Afterwards she took up odd jobs to support her family, but it was not easy to find a permanent position, so she decided to learn how to drive an auto. With the help of a friend she got her auto-rickshaw customised with hand-operated brakes, which helped her drive quickly, and she doubled her income. She has also joined a cab aggregator platform to increase her earnings further. The source says she earns INR 25,000 every month, and that working for herself lets her decide her own timings and take care of her family.
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 879 (NCERT / UNICEF India / PSSCIVE Bhopal, First Edition, April 2025).
- Income source: https://www.ambitionbox.com/profile/auto-driver-salary/hyderabad-location
- Last reviewed on this site: 2026-08-21
The institute list is the same one printed on the Auto Service Technician card (page 877). The card's growth path names a single step.
Eligibility, fees, exam patterns and admissions change often. Always verify current details on official institute, exam-body or government websites before making decisions.