MS-CIT
Maharashtra State Certificate in Information Technology - a comprehensive IT literacy course recognized by the Government of Maharashtra.
Course Overview
The Maharashtra State Certificate in Information Technology (MS-CIT) is an IT literacy course initiated by Maharashtra Knowledge Corporation Ltd (MKCL) in 2001. It is the most popular IT literacy course in Maharashtra, with over 10 million learners becoming IT literate. The course equips learners with essential digital skills for personal, professional, and social life in the 21st century, including AI-powered productivity tools, job-readiness skills, and digital financial literacy. It aims to bridge the digital divide by promoting IT awareness, literacy, functionality, and applicability.
Course Curriculum
Introduction to Information Technology
Computer Fundamentals and Operating Systems (Windows)
MS Word 2007/2010 for Documentation
MS Excel 2007/2010 for Spreadsheets
MS PowerPoint 2007/2010 for Presentations
Internet, Email, and Web Browsing
Digital Financial Services and Online Transactions
AI-Powered Productivity Tools
Digital Citizenship and Green Computing
21st Century Job-Readiness Skills
What You'll Learn
Course Curriculum
A comprehensive breakdown of what you'll learn in this course
Introduction to Information Technology
Computer Fundamentals and Operating Systems (Windows)
MS Word 2007/2010 for Documentation
MS Excel 2007/2010 for Spreadsheets
MS PowerPoint 2007/2010 for Presentations
Internet, Email, and Web Browsing
Digital Financial Services and Online Transactions
AI-Powered Productivity Tools
Digital Citizenship and Green Computing
21st Century Job-Readiness Skills
10 modules • Complete hands-on exercises and projects
Requirements
What you need to get started with this course
- Keen desire to learn Information Technology
- Preferably 10th standard pass (not mandatory)
- Access to a computer with internet for online mode
- Basic understanding of English or Marathi
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this course
Yes, it is recognized by the Government of Maharashtra and jointly certified by MKCL and Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education (MSBTE).
The course typically takes 2-3 months, with 2 hours daily (1 hour theory, 1 hour practical) or flexible schedules for school students.
For MMRDA region: ₹4,500 (single installment) or ₹4,700 (two installments of ₹2,350 each). For rest of Maharashtra: ₹4,000 (single installment) or ₹4,200 (two installments of ₹2,100 each).
The final exam is conducted online by MSBTE, requiring a minimum of 20 out of 50 marks to pass. It includes internal assessments and a final examination.
Yes, MS-CIT Online allows learning from home using MKCL’s ERA Learning Management System. A computer with an active internet connection (4G or broadband) is required.
Learners receive a physical MS-CIT book, access to eLearning content via MKCL’s ERA LMS, and a multimedia tutor CD.
Graduates can pursue roles in IT consulting, banking, data analytics, teaching, and government jobs, with starting salaries ranging from ₹30,000 to ₹60,000.
Course fee
Duration
2-3 months
Category
N/A
Start Date
Rolling admissions
Schedule
2 hours daily (1 hour theory, 1 hour practical); flexible for school students
Instructor
MKCL Certified Trainers
Level
Beginner
Language
English, Marathi
Certificate
Yes