Operator - Boring Machine
Carries out boring operations on sheets, plates, rolled sections or pipes using horizontal and/or vertical boring machines.
Overview
An Operator Boring Machine carries out boring operations using specific tools. Boring operation is carried out after preparation of the raw materials on which the process has to be done. These are carried out in sheets, plates, rolled section or pipe using horizontal and/or vertical boring machines. For each task the appropriate tools and cutters are selected. All materials are checked for defects before the operation. Health, safety and environmental regulations are strictly maintained during operations.
Where they work
- Goods manufacturing companies
- Machine tools manufacturing companies
- Distributors of machine tools
- Service providers
Work environment
Generally you have to work for 8/9 hours per day for 6 days a week. Work may involve shifts and overtime.
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field.
Skills and interests
This career might suit you if…
- You like to solve problems
- You are comfortable in a team
- You are physically fit
- You have good communication 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 completion of class 10 and minimum age of 18, you can enrol for a National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF) Level 2 course for Operator – Boring Machine.
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
- National Institute of Industrial Training (NITT), located in various States/UTs across India
- Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs), located in various States/UTs across India
- Central Tool Room and Training Centre (CTTC), located in various States/UTs across India
- Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), located in various States/UTs across India
Private institutes
Please check if the institute is affiliated and accredited before applying.
- Nettur Technical Training Foundation (NTTF), located in various States/UTs across India
- Central Institute of Tool Design (CITD), Hyderabad, Telangana
- Advanced Training Institute (ATI), located in various States/UTs across India
- Siemens Technical Academy, 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
- 1Operator Boring Machine
- 2Supervisor
- 3Manager
Expected income
₹8,000 – ₹10,000 per month
The figures are indicative and subject to change. The short link to the source ends in a character that cannot be read with certainty (l or I), so it is not shown.
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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
Atul Mehto — A farmer who wanted a new source of income. He took a loan from a microfinance company and purchased two JCB boring machines in order to get additional work. He then selected four people to work with him whom he trained for the boring job. He says: 'There is always a dearth of trained staff who can operate the boring machines. Though these four youths started work as freshers, but now with two years' experience they earn INR 15,000 per month each. This business is doing well.'
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 973 (NCERT / UNICEF India / PSSCIVE Bhopal, First Edition, April 2025).
- 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.