EDSCA GLOBAL

What EDSCA GLOBAL does

EDSCA Global (legally ESDAC GLOBAL LLP) is a Bengaluru-based, expert-led upskilling platform founded in 2018 that delivers job-ready training in Building Information Modelling (BIM), CAD/CAM, interior design, product design, and project management software to engineering and architecture graduates and professionals. Its core product portfolio spans a 6-month offline Professional Diploma in BIM covering architecture, structure, MEP, and visualization, four Certified Professional short courses in BIM Architecture, BIM Structure, BIM MEP, and BIM Infrastructure, plus programs in interior design, product design (AutoCAD, Fusion 360, Creo, CATIA, Siemens NX), CAD/CAM, BIM for Civil Engineers, and Oracle Primavera P6. Training is delivered through offline classroom sessions at the company's Bangalore headquarters and online virtual classes, anchored by industry-standard software tools (Revit, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Tekla Structures, ANSYS Workbench/HyperMesh, VRED, KeyShot, Photoshop) and complemented by live projects with international AEC firms.

The company makes money primarily through one-time course enrollment fees paid by individual students and through institutional arrangements with universities for campus upskilling and faculty development. EDSCA reports partnerships with 500+ Indian universities and institutions (including REVA, CMR, Jain, VIT, Ramdeobaba, and Nitte) and a community of 5,000+ placed graduates worldwide, with secondary revenue potential from a 'Hire from us' employer platform that connects pre-trained graduates with engineering and AEC firms. Reported outcomes include an 80% placement rate, 19.6 LPA average salary (48 LPA highest) for BIM diploma graduates, and a 99% hiring satisfaction rate among recruiting companies.

Go-to-market combines product-led self-service website enrollment with event-driven workshops (on BIM, Tekla, Scan to BIM, CFD, and AI in design), a community-led approach leveraging student testimonials and alumni placements, and partner-led institutional reach through university channels. The business is founder-led by Gokul Shankar (CEO) and Taranjit Singh Takhar (Co-founder & Operation Head), supported by an advisory team drawn from construction, simulation, and Autodesk-certified instruction backgrounds. No external funding rounds, revenue figures, or M&A activity are disclosed in available materials.

Name

EDSCA GLOBAL

Legal name

ESDAC GLOBAL LLP

Website

https://edscaglobal.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

EDSCA Global is a Bengaluru-based upskilling platform founded in 2018 that delivers job-ready BIM, CAD/CAM, product design, interior design, and project management training to engineering graduates through offline and online programs, supported by university channel partnerships and an employer hiring marketplace.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Engineering Training Services

NAICS

Computer Training (61142), Technical and Trade Schools (6115)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Certification & Exam Prep Course Marketplaces (EDAFAIAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Live Class & Webinar Marketplaces/Directories (EDAFAIAE)

Keywords

• BIM training courses
• CAD/CAM certification programs
• Engineering upskilling platform
• Professional diploma BIM
• Vocational training services

Headquarters

HQ city

Bangalore

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Professional Training Courses: One-time fee-based training programs delivered in offline and online modes. Courses range from 2 weeks to 6 months in duration, covering BIM, CAD/CAM, product design, and project management. Revenue is generated through course registration fees paid by students upfront.
2. Campus Upskilling Partnerships: Partnership with 500+ universities and institutions across India to deliver certification programs, live projects, expert sessions, and career support to students. Revenue generated through institutional partnerships and bulk student enrollments.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

EDSCA Global is a vocational training and upskilling platform that delivers certified diploma and certification courses in Building Information Modelling (BIM), CAD/CAM, product design, interior design, and project management using industry-standard software tools. Programs are delivered in offline and online modes ranging from 2 weeks to 6 months, with hands-on project experience, international certifications, and placement assistance. The company also runs institutional campus upskilling programs with 500+ universities and an employer-facing 'Hire from us' talent placement service.

Product overview

EDSCA Global operates as an upskilling and placement-driven training platform offering a portfolio of certification programs and diploma courses primarily focused on Building Information Modelling (BIM), CAD/CAM, product design, and project management. The core offerings include Professional Diploma in BIM (a 6-month comprehensive program covering architecture, structure, MEP, and infrastructure), six certified professional short courses (BIM Architecture, BIM Structure, BIM MEP, BIM Infrastructure, Interior Design, and Product Design), a CAD/CAM course, a BIM for Civil Engineers master course, and a PRIMAVERA P6 project management course. Programs are delivered in offline and hybrid formats, provide international certifications, include hands-on practical training with real-world industry projects, and are complemented by placement assistance and career support services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Professional Diploma in Building Information Modelling (BIM) A 6-month offline diploma covering Building Information Modelling (BIM) across architecture, structure, MEP, and visualization disciplines. Designed to make students industry-ready with practical project experience, live international projects (US, Hong Kong, Portugal), and internationally recognized certification. Targets civil, mechanical, and architecture graduates seeking comprehensive BIM training.
• Certified Professional in BIM Architecture A 3-month offline certification program focused on architectural design using Building Information Modelling tools. Enables learners to create intelligent, sustainable, and efficient designs using cutting-edge BIM techniques for the architecture discipline.
• Certified Professional in BIM Structure A 3-month offline certification program teaching structural BIM workflows. Enables engineers and designers to create, analyze, and manage complex structural projects with precision and efficiency using industry-standard tools.
• Certified Professional in BIM - MEP A 4-month offline program training specialists in BIM for Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems. Covers hands-on design, optimization, and coordination of complex building services.
• Certified Professional in BIM Infrastructure A 3-month offline certification program teaching integration of BIM technology into roadways, bridges, and large-scale civil infrastructure projects for maximum design and execution efficiency.
• Certified Professional in Interior Design A 4-month offline certification program equipping learners with advanced visualization and rendering tools to create professional interior designs. Covers real-world project experience and industry workflows.
• BIM for Civil Engineers Master Course A 350-hour practical master course covering 6+ BIM tools with international certification, available in offline and online modes. Designed to help civil engineers secure placement in their dream jobs through hands-on training.
• CAD / CAM Course A hands-on course in Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing with international certification, real-world industry projects, available in both online and offline formats. Targets mechanical and manufacturing engineers seeking CAD/CAM skills.
• Certified Professional in Product Design A 400-hour offline program covering parametric modeling, design validation, rendering, and prototyping using industry-leading software including AutoCAD, Fusion 360, Inventor, SolidWorks, Creo Parametric, CATIA, Siemens NX, ANSYS Workbench, VRED, KeyShot, and Photoshop.
• PRIMAVERA - P6 Training Course A 2-week offline course covering project planning, scheduling, and resource management using Oracle Primavera P6, including project creation, baseline setup, progress tracking, performance analysis, and report generation through real-world exercises.
• Campus Upskilling Partnership Program Institutional partnership offering delivered to 500+ universities and colleges across India. Includes certification programs, real-world case studies, expert sessions, live projects, faculty development, and placement support delivered to engineering and architecture students.
• Hire from us - Employer Talent Placement Service Dedicated talent placement platform connecting pre-screened EDSCA graduates with hiring companies in the AEC, CAD services, and engineering sectors. Employers can browse roles and contact EDSCA for talent acquisition of pre-trained BIM/CAD professionals with zero onboarding cost.

Quantifiable outcome

• 80% placement rate for BIM diploma graduates
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• REVA UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partnership for delivering industry-oriented training to Civil Engineering students. EDSCA provides certification programs, real-world case studies, and placement support. Students gain practical skills aligned with current industry needs.
• CMR UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner institution where students gain real-world skills through EDSCA's upskilling programs. Both online and offline learning formats available with outstanding job placement support.
• Nitte Institute of TechnologycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCertification programs provided by EDSCA give students a competitive edge in the job market. Trainers are knowledgeable and approachable, making complex topics understandable.
• Jain UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerArchitecture department sessions delivered by EDSCA offer a perfect blend of theory and practical learning. Students benefit from trainers' industry insights and certification programs.
• Ramdeobaba UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCivil Engineering students benefit from practical training and exposure to industry tools and techniques. Interactive offline sessions combined with placement assistance result in excellent job offers for students.
• VIT UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partnership for delivering certification programs and industry training to engineering students seeking career advancement opportunities.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Autodesk Authorized Training Centers (ATC network): Autodesk's global network of certified training centers delivering Revit, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D instruction. Provides the most direct competitor certification pathway for EDSCA's flagship BIM curriculum.
• Aptech Limited: Indian vocational training institute offering IT, design, and engineering programs. Comparable on long-form, certificate-driven training for technical careers and placement support.
• NIIT: Long-established Indian IT and vocational training company offering technology skills programs including CAD/CAM. Comparable on training-led, certification-driven GTM for engineers and graduates.
• Great Learning: India-focused professional upskilling platform with certificate and master's programs in technology and design. Comparable on career-outcome-driven, certification-led model targeting engineering graduates.
• UpGrad: Large Indian online upskilling platform offering professional certificates across tech and engineering domains. Comparable on certificate-led, placement-assisted learning for working professionals and graduates.
• Coursera: Global MOOC platform with BIM, CAD, and engineering courses from universities and vendors. Competes indirectly by offering low-cost, recognized alternatives to EDSCA's BIM diploma programs.

Emerging players

• Henry Harvin Education: India-based training provider offering certification courses across technical and design domains. Comparable on short-term certification model and online delivery.

Direct peers

• National Institute of CADD (NICADD): Specialist CAD/BIM training provider in India with offline and online modes. Overlaps with EDSCA on BIM, CAD/CAM, and engineering upskilling for graduates.
• Dexler Technologies: Bangalore-based BIM services and training company offering Revit, Navisworks, and Tekla training with placement support. Closely comparable niche and geography to EDSCA.
• CADD Centre: India's largest dedicated CAD/CAM/CAE training franchise network with 900+ centers. Directly comparable to EDSCA on curriculum (AutoCAD, Revit, CATIA, ANSYS), short-term certification model, and placement-led GTM.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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