The SITTTR syllabus 2025 has been officially structured to assess candidates applying for various technical education and instructor posts under the Directorate of Technical Education. Understanding the latest SITTTR syllabus 2025 and exam pattern is crucial for strategic preparation. The exam evaluates both domain knowledge and general aptitude, requiring thorough coverage of core topics and current updates.
SITTTR Syllabus 2025 Overview
The SITTTR syllabus 2025 is divided into subject-specific topics along with general subjects like English, General Knowledge, and Computer Awareness. The technical part includes engineering fundamentals relevant to the applicant’s discipline, ensuring candidates possess strong conceptual clarity. Preparing effectively for the SITTTR syllabus 2025 requires focus on both technical and non-technical sections.
SITTTR Exam Pattern 2025
The SITTTR exam pattern 2025 is structured to assess candidates comprehensively. Below is the latest pattern:
Total Marks: 200
Total Questions: 200
Type of Questions: Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Duration: 3 Hours
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deduction for each wrong answer
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Technical Subject | 100 | 100 |
| General Knowledge | 25 | 25 |
| English Language | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| Computer Awareness | 25 | 25 |
This exam pattern for SITTTR syllabus 2025 emphasizes technical subject expertise while testing general skills required for teaching roles.
Subject-Wise SITTTR Syllabus 2025
The SITTTR syllabus 2025 includes the following major areas:
1. Technical Subject (as per discipline)
Engineering Mathematics
Electrical/Electronics/Civil/Mechanical concepts (based on the applied post)
Workshop technology
CAD/CAM basics
Instrumentation and control systems
2. General Knowledge
Indian Constitution
Current Affairs – National & International
History & Geography of India
Important Days
General Science
3. English Language
Vocabulary
Grammar usage
Comprehension passages
Sentence correction
Error detection
4. Quantitative Aptitude
Number systems
Averages & Percentages
Ratio and Proportion
Time & Work
Profit & Loss
Simple & Compound Interest
5. Computer Awareness
Basic computer architecture
Internet & Email
MS Office tools
Operating Systems
Networking basics
Candidates preparing for the SITTTR syllabus 2025 should cover each of these sections in-depth to score well.
| CURRICULUM REVISION 2021 – PROGRAMME SCHEME | |||||||||||||
| STATE BOARD OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION, KERALA | |||||||||||||
| TEACHING AND EXAMINATION SCHEME FOR DIPLOMA PROGRAMME | |||||||||||||
| PROGRAM NAME : Computer Engineering | PROGRAM CODE : CT | ||||||||||||
| PATTERN: FULL TIME | |||||||||||||
| DURATION OF PROGRAMME: 3 YEARS (6 SEMESTERS) | |||||||||||||
| SEMESTER: First Semester | SCHEME: Revision 2021 | ||||||||||||
| Sl. No. | Course Category | Course Code | Course Name | Teaching Scheme | Evaluation Scheme | Evaluation Mode | Credits | ||||||
| Contact Hours/ week | CA | ESA | Total Marks | Exam Type | |||||||||
| L | T | P | Total | ||||||||||
| 1. | Humanities & Social Sciences | 1001 | Communication Skills in English | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | B | 4 |
| 2. | Basic Science | 1002 | Mathematics I | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | B | 5 |
| 3. | Basic Science | 1003 | Applied Physics I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | B | 3 |
| 4. | Basic Science | 1004 | Applied Chemistry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | B | 3 |
| 5. | Engineering Science | 1005 | Engineering Graphics | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 50 | 75 | 125 | D | B | 1.5 |
| 6. | Basic Science | 2006 | Applied Physics Lab | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | ^ | ^ | ^ | P | I | ^ |
| 7. | Basic Science | 1007 | Applied Chemistry Lab | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | I | 1 |
| 8. | Engineering Science | 1008 | Introduction to IT systems Lab | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | I | 2 |
| 9. | Engineering Science | 2009 | Engineering Workshop Practice | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | ^ | ^ | ^ | P | I | ^ |
| 10. | Humanities & Social Sciences | 1009 | Sports and Yoga | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | I | 1 |
| 16 | 0 | 14 | 30 | 20.5 | |||||||||
| PROGRAM NAME : Computer Engineering | PROGRAM CODE : CT | ||||||||||||
| SEMESTER: Second Semester | SCHEME: Revision 2021 | ||||||||||||
| Sl. No. | Course Category | Course Code | Course Name | Teaching Scheme | Evaluation Scheme | Evaluation Mode | Credits | ||||||
| Contact Hours/ week | CA | ESA | Total Marks | Exam Type | |||||||||
| L | T | P | Total | ||||||||||
| 1. | Basic Science | 2002 | Mathematics II | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | B | 4 |
| 2. | Basic Science | 2003 | Applied Physics II | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | B | 3 |
| 3. | Common Courses | 2001 | Environmental Science | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | I | 0 |
| 4. | Engineering Science | 2031 | Fundamentals of Electrical & Electronics Engineering | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | B | 3 |
| 5. | Engineering Science | 2131 | Problem Solving and Programming | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | B | 3 |
| 6. | Humanities & Social Sciences | 2008 | Communication Skills in English Lab | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | I | 1.5 |
| 7. | Basic Science | 2006 | Applied Physics Lab | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | I | 1 |
| 8. | Engineering Science | 2039 | Fundamentals of Electrical & Electronics Engineering Lab | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | I | 0 |
| 9. | Engineering Science | 2139 | Problem Solving and Programming Lab | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | I | 0 |
| 10. | Engineering Science | 2009 | Engineering Workshop Practice | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | I | 1.5 |
| 16 | 0 | 14 | 30 | 17 | |||||||||
| Summer Internship I to be conducted after Semester 2 | |||||||||||||
| 1. | Common Courses | 3009 | Internship I | 3 Weeks | 0 | 75 | 75 | P | I | 2 | |||
| PROGRAM NAME : Computer Engineering | PROGRAM CODE : CT | ||||||||||||
| SEMESTER: Third Semester | SCHEME: Revision 2021 | ||||||||||||
| Sl. No. | Course Category | Course Code | Course Name | Teaching Scheme | Evaluation Scheme | Evaluation Mode | Credits | ||||||
| Contact Hours/ week | CA | ESA | Total Marks | Exam Type | |||||||||
| L | T | P | Total | ||||||||||
| 1. | Programme core course | 3131 | Computer Organisation | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | B | 4 |
| 2. | Programme core course | 3132 | Programming in C | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | B | 3 |
| 3. | Programme core course | 3133 | Database Management Systems | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | B | 3 |
| 4. | Programme core course | 3134 | Digital Computer Fundamentals | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | B | 3 |
| 5. | Programme core course | 3135 | Programming in C Lab | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | B | 1.5 |
| 6. | Programme core course | 3136 | Database Management System lab | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | B | 1.5 |
| 7. | Programme core course | 3137 | Digital Computer Fundamentals Lab | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | B | 1.5 |
| 8. | Programme core course | 3138 | Web Technology lab | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | B | 2.5 |
| 9. | Programme core course | 3139 | Computer System Hardware Lab | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | I | 0 |
| 14 | 0 | 16 | 30 | 20 | |||||||||
| PROGRAM NAME : Computer Engineering | PROGRAM CODE : CT | ||||||||||||
| SEMESTER: Fourth Semester | SCHEME: Revision 2021 | ||||||||||||
| Sl. No. | Course Category | Course Code | Course Name | Teaching Scheme | Evaluation Scheme | Evaluation Mode | Credits | ||||||
| Contact Hours/ week | CA | ESA | Total Marks | Exam Type | |||||||||
| L | T | P | Total | ||||||||||
| 1. | Programme core course | 4131 | Object Oriented Programming | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | B | 4 |
| 2. | Programme core course | 4132 | Computer Communication and Networks | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | B | 3 |
| 3. | Programme core course | 4133 | Data Structures | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | B | 4 |
| 4. | Common Courses | 4001 | Community Skills in Indian knowledge system | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | I | 0 |
| 5. | Programme core course | 4136 | Object Oriented Programming Lab | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | B | 1.5 |
| 6. | Programme core course | 4137 | Web Programming Lab | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | B | 2.5 |
| 7. | Programme core course | 4138 | Data Structures Lab | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | B | 1.5 |
| 8. | Programme core course | 4139 | Application Development Lab | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | I | 0 |
| 9. | Minor project | 4006 | Minor Project | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 75 | 75 | P | I | 2 |
| 14 | 0 | 16 | 30 | 18.5 | |||||||||
| Summer Internship II to be conducted after Semester 4 | |||||||||||||
| 1. | Common Courses | 5009 | Internship II | 4 Weeks | 0 | 75 | 75 | P | I | 3 | |||
| PROGRAM NAME : Computer Engineering | PROGRAM CODE : CT | ||||||||||||
| SEMESTER: Fifth Semester | SCHEME: Revision 2021 | ||||||||||||
| Sl. No. | Course Category | Course Code | Course Name | Teaching Scheme | Evaluation Scheme | Evaluation Mode | Credits | ||||||
| Contact Hours/ week | CA | ESA | Total Marks | Exam Type | |||||||||
| L | T | P | Total | ||||||||||
| 1. | Common Courses | 5002 | Project Management and Software Engineering | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | I | 0 |
| 2. | Programme core course | 5131 | Embedded System and Real time Operating System | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | B | 4 |
| 3. | Programme core course | 5132 | Operating System | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | B | 4 |
| 4. | Program Elective course | 5133A | Virtualisation Technology and Cloud Computing | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | B | 4 |
| Program Elective course | 5133B | Ethical Hacking | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | B | 4 | |
| Program Elective course | 5133C | Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | B | 4 | |
| 5. | Programme core course | 5137 | Embedded Systems and Real Time Operating System Lab | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | B | 1.5 |
| 6. | Programme core course | 5138 | System Administration Lab | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | B | 1.5 |
| 7. | Program Elective course | 5139A | Virtualisation Technology and cloud computing Lab | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | B | 1.5 |
| Program Elective course | 5139B | Ethical Hacking Lab | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | B | 1.5 | |
| Program Elective course | 5139C | Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Lab | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | B | 1.5 | |
| 8. | Seminar | 5008 | Seminar | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 75 | 75 | P | I | 1 |
| 9. | Major Project | 6009 | Major Project | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | P | I | 0 |
| 16 | 0 | 14 | 30 | 17.5 | |||||||||
| The Student has two options to complete the sixth semester and he/she shall select any one: 1. NORMAL PATHWAY 2. INTERNSHIP PATHWAY | |||||||||||||
| 1. NORMAL PATHWAY | |||||||||||||
| PROGRAM NAME : Computer Engineering | PROGRAM CODE : CT | ||||||||||||
| SEMESTER: Sixth Semester | SCHEME: Revision 2021 | ||||||||||||
| Sl. No. | Course Category | Course Code | Course Name | Teaching Scheme | Evaluation Scheme | Evaluation Mode | Credits | ||||||
| Contact Hours/ week | CA | ESA | Total Marks | Exam Type | |||||||||
| L | T | P | Total | ||||||||||
| 1. | Humanities & Social Sciences | 6001 | Entrepreneurship and Startup | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | I | 4 |
| 2. | Program Elective course | 6131A | Internet of Things | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | B | 4 |
| Program Elective course | 6131B | Server Administration | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | B | 4 | |
| Program Elective course | 6131C | Software Testing | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | B | 4 | |
| Program Elective course | 6131D | Introduction to 5G | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | B | 4 | |
| 3. | Open Elective course | 6132A | Introduction to IoT | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | I | 4 |
| Open Elective course | 6132B | Fundamentals of Web Technology | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | I | 4 | |
| Open Elective course | 6132C | Multimedia | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | I | 4 | |
| Open Elective course | 6132D | Cloud Computing | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | I | 4 | |
| 4. | Common Courses | 6002 | Indian Constitution | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | I | 0 |
| 5. | Programme core course | 6137 | Computer Network Engineering Lab | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | I | 2.5 |
| 6. | Programme core course | 6138 | Smart Device Programming Lab | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | I | 1.5 |
| 7. | Program Elective course | 6139A | Internet of Things Lab | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | B | 1.5 |
| Program Elective course | 6139B | Server Administration Lab | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | B | 1.5 | |
| Program Elective course | 6139C | Software Testing Lab | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | B | 1.5 | |
| 8. | Major Project | 6009 | Major Project | 0 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | I | 4 |
| 13 | 2 | 15 | 30 | 21.5 | |||||||||
| 120 | |||||||||||||
| 2. INTERNSHIP PATHWAY | |||||||||||||
| PROGRAM NAME : Computer Engineering | PROGRAM CODE : CT | ||||||||||||
| SEMESTER: Sixth Semester | SCHEME: Revision 2021 | ||||||||||||
| Sl. No. | Course Category | Course Code | Course Name | Teaching Scheme | Evaluation Scheme | Evaluation Mode | Credits | ||||||
| Contact Hours/ week | CA | ESA | Total Marks | Exam Type | |||||||||
| L | T | P | Total | ||||||||||
| 1. | Humanities & Social Sciences | 6001 | Entrepreneurship and Startup | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | I | 4 |
| 2. | Common Courses | 6002 | Indian Constitution | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 50 | 75 | 125 | T | I | 0 |
| 3. | Programme core course | 6137 | Computer Network Engineering Lab | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | I | 2.5 |
| 4. | Programme core course | 6138 | Smart Device Programming Lab | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 75 | 50 | 125 | P | I | 1.5 |
| 5. | Internship | 6007 | Internship | 4 – 6 months per semester | 250 | 250 | 500 | P | I | 13.5 | |||
| 5 | 2 | 6 | 13 | 21.5 | |||||||||
| Teaching Scheme : L-Lecture, T-Tutorial, P- Practical Examination Type : T-Theory, P-Practical, D-Drawing Examination Mode : B-Board Level, I-Institution Level ^ Carried over to next semester | |||||||||||||
Recommended Books for SITTTR Syllabus 2025 (Available on Amazon)
To prepare efficiently for the SITTTR syllabus 2025, the following books are highly recommended:
📘 Objective Electrical Technology by V.K. Mehta & Rohit Mehta
📗 Mechanical Engineering for Competitions by R.K. Jain
📙 Lucent’s General Knowledge
📘 Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by R.S. Aggarwal
📕 General English for Competitive Exams by S.C. Gupta
💻 Computer Awareness by Arihant Experts
These books align well with the updated SITTTR syllabus 2025 and are useful for building core understanding and practicing MCQs.
FAQs – SITTTR Syllabus 2025
Q1. What is the total mark for the SITTTR exam 2025?
A: The total mark is 200, covering technical and general subjects under the SITTTR syllabus 2025.
Q2. Is there negative marking in the SITTTR exam 2025?
A: Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer as per the SITTTR exam pattern 2025.
Q3. Which subjects are covered in the SITTTR syllabus 2025?
A: It includes technical subjects, general knowledge, English, aptitude, and computer awareness.
Q4. Are engineering branch-wise topics included in the SITTTR syllabus 2025?
A: Yes, technical subjects are branch-specific and vary based on the post and specialization.
Q5. What is the best book for technical subject preparation?
A: Books like Objective Electrical Technology by V.K. Mehta or R.K. Jain’s Mechanical Engineering are ideal depending on your field.