Draughtsman
Prepares, corrects and documents construction drawings, detailing the plans, processes, equipment needs and risks.
Overview
A draughtsman is responsible for preparation, correction and documentation of all types of drawings prepared for construction, detailing all the relevant plans and details. They are also expected to understand the process and equipment requirements and also to identify the risks involved in the construction process.
Where they work
- Construction agencies
- Architecture companies
- Civil engineering companies and so on
Work environment
You have to work for at least 8 to 9 hours and for 5 to 6 days a week. Shift duties may be there. Overtime is common.
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field.
Skills and interests
This career might suit you if…
- You are physically fit
- You pay attention to details while working
- You are comfortable working in a team
- You have good analytical skills
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.
- 1Minimum qualification: after completing class 12 as well as an ITI certification, and being 18 years of age, you can enrol for National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF) Level 5 Draughtsman training.
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 Tool Design (CITD), Hyderabad, Telangana
- Design and Training Institute, Pune, Maharashtra
- Industrial Institute of Design and Innovation (IIDI), Mumbai, Maharashtra
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
- 1Draughtsman
- 2Senior Draughtsman
- 3Product Design Manager
- 4Production Head
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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
Rohit Prajapati — He pursued a diploma in architecture after passing the 10th standard. Even after completing the diploma he was not sure which career to choose, so he started interning and assisting on various construction projects. His hard work paid off: he was on a salary after a year and was skilled enough to do drawing, conceptual work and landscape work. He was initially paid INR 5,000 a month, which increased to INR 25,000 per month after one year.
Source: a personal interview, as credited on the printed card — no public page to link to.
This 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 909 (NCERT / UNICEF India / PSSCIVE Bhopal, First Edition, April 2025).
- Income source: https://bit.ly/3KuNjv6
- Last reviewed on this site: 2026-08-21
The example from the field is credited to a personal interview, so no link is shown.
Eligibility, fees, exam patterns and admissions change often. Always verify current details on official institute, exam-body or government websites before making decisions.