What SKILLFLOOR does

Skillfloor (legally Skillfloor Solutions Private Ltd) is a Bengaluru-headquartered, privately held vocational training institute founded in 2013 and operating under Government of India Startup India (DPIIT) recognition. The company delivers career-oriented professional certification courses through a blended model combining 26+ physical classroom centers across Indian cities (Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Coimbatore, Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, and others) with live instructor-led online sessions and self-paced content. Its catalog spans more than 50 certified programs across AI/ML (including Generative AI and a three-tier Agentic AI track: Associate, Professional, Architect), Digital Marketing, Data Science & Analytics, Cloud Computing, Ethical Hacking, Software Development, Project Management (aligned to PMI/PRINCE2/Agile), Design, Finance & Accounting, and Quality Management.

Skillfloor monetizes primarily through one-time course fees, with list prices of ₹20,000-₹60,000 typically discounted up to 75% to effective ₹5,100-₹14,900 per enrollment; supplementary revenue comes from IABAC and IBM certification exam bookings (non-refundable) and bundled internship/placement services. Technology stack is a standard blended LMS rather than a proprietary AI platform: course management, eligibility assessments, psychometric testing (numerical, reasoning, personality, situational judgment), and student progress tracking delivered through a virtual classroom, with Razorpay (PCI-DSS compliant) handling payments.

The buyer profile is horizontal B2C — primarily students and fresh graduates plus working professionals — with stated reach of 100,000+ learners across 30+ countries (figure likely cumulative). Go-to-market combines content marketing, SEO-optimized city/course landing pages, organic social (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube), email newsletters, free courses, webinars, bootcamps, and a refer-and-earn program. Core partnerships include IABAC and IBM for certification credentialing, with secondary framework alignments to PMI and AXELOS/ITIL; no external funding rounds are disclosed, and the company appears bootstrapped and founder-controlled.

Name

SKILLFLOOR

Legal name

Skillfloor Solutions Private Ltd

Website

https://skillfloor.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Skillfloor (Skillfloor Solutions Private Ltd), founded 2013 and headquartered in Bengaluru, is a government-recognized (Startup India DPIIT) vocational training institute delivering 50+ certified programs in AI, Digital Marketing, Data Science, Cloud, Cybersecurity, and Project Management across 26+ Indian classroom centers and online, serving students, graduates, and working professionals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Education and Certification Training

NAICS

Computer Training (61142), Computer Training (611420), Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Professional and Management Development Training (61143)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Technical & Digital Skills Training (BPACANAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Vendor/Authorized Certification Training (Microsoft/AWS/Cisco, etc.) (BPAEANAA), Productivity & Office Software Skills (EDAAAIAC), Interactive Practice & Skill-Building (Drills, Games, Mastery Practice) (EDAFACAC), Skills Assessment & Talent/Employability Testing Platforms (EDAFADAM)

Keywords

• Professional certification training
• Digital marketing courses
• Data science training
• Artificial intelligence courses
• Cloud computing certification

Headquarters

HQ city

Bangalore

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices26 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Course Fee Revenue: Students pay course fees for enrollment in various certification programs. Pricing varies by course with standard prices ranging from ₹20,000 to ₹60,000 with discounts up to 75% bringing effective prices to ₹5,100-₹14,900. Payment modes include classroom, live online, and self-study options with different refund policies.
2. Certification Exam Fees: Revenue from external certification bodies IABAC and IBM exam bookings. These fees are non-refundable as governed by external certification bodies.
3. Internship Programs: Career-oriented courses include internship opportunities and job assistance as part of the service offering, adding value to course enrollment.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Skillfloor is a career-oriented professional training institute that sells certification courses across AI & Machine Learning, Digital Marketing, Data Science & Analytics, Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, Software Development, Project Management, Design, Finance, and Quality Management. Courses are delivered through a blended learning model combining in-person classroom training at 26+ Indian centers with live online and self-paced modes, and include eligibility/psychometric assessments, hands-on projects, internship opportunities, industry-recognized certificates, and job placement support.

Product overview

Skillfloor is a government-recognized (Startup India/DPIIT) online and classroom training institute founded in 2013, offering career-oriented professional skills training across multiple disciplines. The platform provides a comprehensive portfolio of certification courses organized into distinct verticals: AI & Machine Learning (including Generative AI and Agentic AI at Associate, Professional, and Architect levels), Digital Marketing (SEO, Performance Marketing, Social Media, AI-Powered Digital Marketing), Data Science & Analytics (Data Science, Data Engineering, Data Analysis, Business Analytics, Tableau, PowerBI), Cloud Computing (AWS, Azure, Cloud Architecture), Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking, Software Development (Python, Full Stack, Frontend, Mobile Apps), Project Management (including PRINCE2 and Agile), Design (UI/UX, Graphic Design), Finance & Accounting, Quality Management (Six Sigma), and Soft Skills. The offering also includes supplementary services like free courses, webinars, bootcamps, and psychometric testing. Most courses provide certifications recognized by industry bodies (IABAC, IBM) with job placement support and internship opportunities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• AI-Powered Certified Digital Marketing Professional Comprehensive digital marketing certification integrating AI-driven marketing, SEO, paid ads, analytics, and automation through hands-on projects for career-oriented learners.
• Certified Data Science Professional Comprehensive data science certification covering data analysis, machine learning, predictive analytics, and real-world problem-solving for aspiring data professionals.
• Certified Artificial Intelligence Professional Foundation-level AI certification covering AI basics, real-world applications, and industry impact through the AI Foundation module.
• Certified Machine Learning Specialist Professional-level machine learning certification with hands-on training, real-world ML projects, and industry-ready AI expertise.
• Certified Generative AI Specialist Specialized certification covering generative AI technologies, content generation, and multimodal AI applications for business use cases.
• Certified Agentic AI Program (Associate / Professional / Architect) Three-level certification program (Associate, Professional, Architect) in Agentic AI covering autonomous AI agents that take multi-step actions with limited human intervention.
• Certified Computer Vision Specialist Specialized certification in computer vision covering image processing, visual AI, and computer vision techniques for real-world applications.
• AI Role-Based Programs (Generative AI for Business Managers, AI for Product Managers, AI for Healthcare, AI for Developers, AI for Marketing) Suite of role-based AI training programs for business managers, product managers, healthcare professionals, developers, and marketing professionals covering AI strategy, implementation, and domain-specific applications.
• Certified Data Analysis Professional Data analysis certification focusing on analytical skills, data visualization, and career advancement in data analysis roles.
• Certified Business Analytics Professional Business analytics certification covering data analysis, decision-making, and business intelligence.
• Certified Data Engineering Specialist Data engineering certification covering data pipeline development, data architecture, and data infrastructure.
• Certified Tableau / PowerBI Analyst Vendor-specific analytics certifications covering data visualization and business intelligence using Tableau and Microsoft Power BI tools.
• Certified Cloud Programs (Cloud Professional, AWS Specialist, Azure Specialist, Cloud Architect) Suite of cloud computing certifications covering fundamentals, AWS, Azure, and cloud architecture for IT professionals.
• Certified Ethical Hacking Professional Cybersecurity certification covering ethical hacking techniques, penetration testing, and network security for aspiring security professionals.
• Certified Penetration Testing Specialist Specialized penetration testing certification covering vulnerability assessment and security testing techniques.
• Digital Marketing Specialist Programs (SEO, Performance Marketing, Social Media & Content) Suite of specialized digital marketing certifications in SEO, performance marketing (Google Ads, Facebook Ads), and social media & content marketing with hands-on projects.
• Certified Project Management Professional / Agile / PRINCE2 Programs Suite of project management certifications including Certified Project Management Professional, Agile Project Management Specialist, PRINCE2 Practitioner, and PRINCE2 Agile Practitioner.
• Software Development Certifications (Python, Full Stack, Front End, Android, iOS, Flutter, Database) Suite of software development certifications covering Python, full-stack web development, frontend, Android (Java/Kotlin), iOS (Swift), Flutter cross-platform, and database development.
• Design Certifications (UI/UX, Graphic Design) Design certifications covering UI/UX design (interface design, UX research) and graphic design (visual design, branding, design software).
• Finance & Accounting Associate Programs Finance and accounting certifications covering business finance fundamentals, financial management, and financial accounting principles.
• Quality Management Certifications (Quality Associate, Six Sigma Green Belt, Six Sigma Black Belt, Quality Specialist) Quality management certifications including Quality Associate, Six Sigma Green Belt, Six Sigma Black Belt, and Quality Specialist covering process improvement and quality strategy.
• Language and Communication Skills (Soft Skills) Soft skills training covering professional communication, language proficiency, and interpersonal skills for working professionals.
• External Certification Exam Booking (IABAC and IBM) Service enabling candidates to register and book IABAC and IBM certification examinations through Skillfloor as a certified exam booking center; exam fees are non-refundable per external body policies.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100,000+ learners trained and placed across industries
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

AI capability13 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• IABAC (International Association of Business Analytics Certifications)coreOthersIABAC provides international certification for data analytics and related programs. Skillfloor serves as a certified exam booking center where candidates register for IABAC certification exams. Exam fees are non-refundable as per IABAC policies.
• IBMcoreOthersIBM provides certification credentials for various technology courses offered by Skillfloor. Exam bookings through IBM certification are handled via Skillfloor with non-refundable exam fees.
• Project Management Institute (PMI)minorOthersSkillfloor offers courses aligned with PMI frameworks including PRINCE2, Agile, and PMP certifications. PMP, PMI, PMBOK, CAPM, PgMP, PfMP, ACP, PBA, RMP, SP, and OPM3 are registered marks of PMI.
• AXELOS Limited (ITIL)minorOthersSkillfloor offers ITIL framework-aligned project management training. ITIL is a registered trade mark of AXELOS Limited, used under permission.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Simplilearn: Bangalore-headquartered online bootcamp provider offering certification courses in AI, data science, cloud (AWS, Azure), digital marketing, and cybersecurity with similar B2C upskilling model and global learner base.
• Great Learning: Indian EdTech offering career-oriented certification programs in AI, data science, cloud, and digital marketing with strong placement support, directly competing for the same student and working-professional segments.
• upGrad: Mumbai-based higher-education and upskilling platform with extensive online and offline programs in AI, data, management, and technology — overlapping with Skillfloor on AI, Data Science, and digital marketing courses.
• Intellipaat: Bangalore-headquartered online training provider offering certification courses in AI, data science, cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP), cybersecurity, and digital marketing with a similar Indian learner focus.
• Edureka: Bengaluru-based online professional training company with instructor-led live courses in AI/ML, cloud, data science, cybersecurity, and full-stack development — closely aligned in catalog and delivery model.

Broad incumbents

• NIIT: Long-established Indian IT training and professional skilling company offering career programs in digital marketing, data analytics, cloud, and full-stack development with deep corporate and government relationships.
• Aptech: Historic Indian vocational and IT training institute with physical classroom centers in multiple cities, offering career programs in digital marketing, IT, and design — directly comparable legacy footprint.
• Coursera: Global MOOC platform offering certifications and specializations from universities and tech companies across AI, data science, cloud, and digital marketing — a major alternative for the same learner personas.
• Udemy: Global marketplace for self-paced professional courses including digital marketing, AI, data science, and cloud — competes on price and convenience for the same self-learning cohort Skillfloor targets.

Regional players

• Manipal ProLearn: Indian online professional learning platform from the Manipal Group offering certification programs in data science, AI, digital marketing, and cloud with university-backed credentials — a comparable India-centric competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/skillfloor
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@skillfloor.official
• Facebookfacebook.com/skillfloor
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/skillfloor
• Instagraminstagram.com/skillfloor

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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