Young India Skills University

What Young India Skills University does

Young India Skills University (YISU) is a private for-profit skills university established on 1 August 2024 in Hyderabad under the Young India Skills University, Telangana (Public-Private Partnership) Act 2024, positioning itself as India's first fully industry-led skills university. It is operated as a public-private partnership between the Government of Telangana — which provides land (57.85 acres in Bharat Future City), institutional framework, and policy support — and an industry consortium that co-designs curricula, supplies faculty, hosts internships, and absorbs graduates. The Board of Governors is chaired by Anand Mahindra, with the Chief Minister of Telangana serving as Chancellor.

YISU delivers skill-based education across 9 schools spanning healthcare, pharma, logistics, aviation, IT, life sciences, BFSI, fashion, and life skills. The product portfolio comprises certificate programs (e.g., Endoscopy Technician with AIG Hospitals, Dr. Reddy's Pharma Technician, Swiggy Dark Store Management, GMR Airport & Cargo Operations, Microsoft Data Center Management), short certification courses with partners like TCS iON and Cult Fit, and — launched April 2026 — full degree programs (B.Tech in Applied Life Sciences, B.Sc in Cardiovascular Technology). The core technology stack is an industry-aligned curriculum development platform supported by experiential learning methodology (live projects, internships, simulated environments, field immersion); a Digital Learning Universe online platform is in development. Underlying infrastructure currently sits on a transit campus at IIIT-Hyderabad with a 57.85-acre permanent campus under construction.

The revenue model is hybrid: tuition and course fees paid by students across certificate and degree programs (subscription-style recurring), in-kind and infrastructure contributions from 20+ industry partners (Microsoft, Dr. Reddy's, Aurobindo, Biological E, Bharat Biotech, Swiggy Instamart, GMR, AIG, Apollo, TCS iON, o9 Solutions, Synopsys, Cult Fit, KIMS, Mahindra Tech Academy, and others), and government support under the PPP Act (land, policy backing, and rural outreach through government degree colleges in Manthani and Vikarabad). GTM is primarily B2C via the yisu.in application portal and government outreach, with a strong B2B partner recruitment channel driving placements and internship-to-hire pipelines. As of December 2025, YISU had trained over 1,000 students across 17 courses with 418 currently enrolled, with degree and postgraduate offerings scaling from academic year 2026–27 alongside the new permanent campus.

Name

Young India Skills University

Legal name

Young India Skills University

Website

https://yisu.in

Company type

Private

Founded year

2024

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Young India Skills University is India's first fully industry-led skills university, established in 2024 in Hyderabad as a public-private partnership between the Government of Telangana and 20+ corporate partners. It delivers industry-aligned certificate and degree programs across healthcare, pharma, logistics, aviation, and IT.

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Product category

Vocational & Skills Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Computer Training (61142)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Technical Universities with Strong Industry Partnerships (EDAHAEAG)

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Engineering & Technology Institutes (Comprehensive) (EDAHAEAA), Vendor/Authorized Certification Training (Microsoft/AWS/Cisco, etc.) (BPAEANAA), Project, Process & Quality Certification Prep (PMP, PRINCE2, Lean Six Sigma, ITIL) (EDANAIAE)

Keywords

• Vocational education
• Skill development programs
• Industry-led training
• Higher education degrees
• Workforce certification courses

Headquarters

HQ city

Hyderabad

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Course Fees: Students pay fees for various skill-based programs including degree courses (B.Tech, B.Sc), certificate programs, and training programs offered across 9 schools. Programs include healthcare courses, logistics, aviation, IT, pharma, and more.
2. Industry Partnership Contributions: Corporate partners contribute to program development, provide guest faculty, training infrastructure, and placement support. Partners include Microsoft, Swiggy, Dr. Reddy's, GMR, AIG Hospitals, and 20+ other companies.
3. Government Funding and PPP Model: Established under Young India Skills University, Telangana (Public-Private Partnership) Act 2024. Government of Telangana provides institutional support including land (57.85 acres), infrastructure development, and policy framework.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Young India Skills University (YISU) is India's first fully industry-led skills university operating under a public-private partnership model. It delivers industry-aligned degree programs (B.Tech in Applied Life Science, B.Sc in Cardiovascular Technology) and certificate programs across healthcare, pharma, logistics, aviation, IT, BFSI, and fitness sectors, with curricula co-developed directly with 20+ corporate partners including Microsoft, Dr. Reddy's, AIG Hospitals, GMR, and Swiggy Instamart.

Product overview

Young India Skills University (YISU) is India's first fully industry-led skills university, established under a Public-Private Partnership model by the Telangana government in August 2024. The university offers a comprehensive portfolio of skill-based educational programs including degree programs (B.Tech in Applied Life Science, B.Sc in Cardiovascular Technology), and certificate programs across multiple sectors including Healthcare (Endoscopy, CSSD, Medical Assistant, EMR Assistant, Pharmacy), Pharma (Quality Analyst, Lab Analyst, Pharma Technician), Logistics & Aviation (Airport Operations, Dark Store Management), and Fitness (Gym Trainer). Programs are designed collaboratively with 20+ industry partners and operate through 9 schools covering Applied Life Sciences, Logistics, Aviation, Healthcare, Fashion Design, Life Skills, BFSI, and Information Sciences & Technology. The institution aims to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry needs through industry-aligned curricula and hands-on practical training.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• B.Tech in Applied Life Sciences Technology Four-year undergraduate degree program in Applied Life Sciences technology designed with industry-aligned curriculum for careers in pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors.
• B.Sc in Cardiovascular Technology Three-year undergraduate degree in cardiovascular technology covering diagnostic and monitoring procedures for cardiovascular health.
• Endoscopy Technician Training Programme Training program for endoscopy procedures conducted in partnership with AIG Hospitals, preparing students for healthcare diagnostic roles.
• Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD) Technician Training Programme Certificate program training students in sterilization procedures and sterile services management for healthcare facilities.
• EMR (Electronic Medical Record) Assistant Training program for managing electronic medical records in healthcare settings, covering data entry, privacy, and healthcare IT systems.
• Medical Assistant Certificate program training students for supporting roles in medical facilities, including patient care and administrative tasks.
• Pharmacy Assistant Training Programme Certificate program for pharmacy support roles covering dispensing, inventory management, and pharmaceutical care.
• Dr. Reddy's Pharma Technician Training Program Industry partnership program with Dr. Reddy's Laboratories for training pharma technicians with hands-on industry exposure.
• Aurobindo Pharma Quality Analyst Training Program Quality analysis training program developed in partnership with Aurobindo Pharma for careers in pharmaceutical quality control.
• Swiggy-YISU Dark Store Management Trainee Program Three-month skill-based academic programme covering dark store operations, supply chain execution, and retail logistics for quick commerce careers, partnered with Swiggy Instamart and Scootsy.
• Biological E. Limited Lab Analyst Program Laboratory analysis training program with Biological E. Limited for careers in pharmaceutical quality testing.
• GMR Aero-Certification in Airport and Cargo Operations Course Airport and cargo operations certification in partnership with GMR Airports, including BBA in Airport & Aviation Management and PG Diploma programs.
• Gym Trainer Course by Cult Fit Health Care Fitness coaching certification program in collaboration with Cult Fit for careers in health and wellness industry.

Quantifiable outcome

• 11 of 14 students from Data Center Management course absorbed by Microsoft at Rs. 7 lakhs per annum package
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

29 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Vignana Jyothi Institute of Engineering & Technology (VJIET)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 April 2026MoU for collaboration on skill-based education and industry-oriented learning. VJIET to help jointly develop and implement skill development programmes, certification courses, internships, workshops, and industry-integrated training initiatives.
• Telangana Government (Workforce Development Partnership)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 February 2026Partnership with Telangana's IT and Industries Ministry for workforce development as part of state's strategy to become global logistics hub by 2047. Government called for industry investment while partnering with YISU for skill development.
• Expertise (Saudi Arabian Company)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 January 2026Saudi Arabian multi-sector company proposed partnership to provide large-scale workforce training across technical sectors including petrochemicals, oil and gas, fertilizers, steel, cement, water treatment, and power generation. Plans to recruit nearly 5,000 skilled professionals annually. CEO met with Telangana CM and IT Minister at WEF 2026 in Davos.
• Expertise Industrial ConglomerateflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 January 2026Saudi-based industrial conglomerate partnership discussions at WEF 2026 Davos to meet need for approximately 5,000 skilled workers annually across petrochemical, oil & gas, fertiliser, steel, cement, water treatment, and power generation sectors.
• Swiggy InstamartflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 January 2026Multi-year partnership to train over 5,000 youth in quick commerce operations. Three-month program covering dark store operations, supply chain execution, and last-mile logistics. Students fast-tracked into Store Manager Trainee roles. Includes establishment of Instamart-supported Training Lab and Centre of Excellence at YISU campus. Scootsy (Swiggy's logistics subsidiary) jointly delivers the program.
• MicrosoftflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerData Center Management course where 11 out of 14 students absorbed by Microsoft at package of Rs. 7 lakhs per annum. Tech Mahindra Academy students visited YISU in March 2026.
• Dr. Reddy's LaboratoriescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPharma Technician Training Program and Pharma Associate Course. Dr. Reddy's representatives on Applied Life Sciences Advisory Board alongside Aurobindo Pharma, Bharat Biotech, Laurus Labs, and Biological E Ltd.
• AIG HospitalscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare education partnership including Endoscopy Technician Training Programme that concluded successfully with valedictory function. Partnership expanded healthcare education opportunities.
• GMR Group (Air Cargo and Aviation)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGMR Aero-Certification in Airport and Cargo Operations Course. Discussions to finalize 3 courses: BBA in Airport & Aviation Management, PG Diploma in Airport & Aviation, and Certificate Course in Airport Operations. Students placed at GMR Air Cargo Hyderabad.
• Biological E. LtdcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLab Analyst Program and Manufacturing Associate Program. Managing Director Ms. Mahima Datla met with Vice Chancellor to discuss collaborative programs including short-term and long-term skill development initiatives.
• Aurobindo Pharma LtdcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerQuality Analyst Training Program offered in partnership with Aurobindo Pharma.
• Apollo HospitalscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare sector partnership for internships and job opportunities as part of 20+ industry partner network.
• Mahindra Tech AcademycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMoU signed November 2024 for conducting skill-based and employment-oriented training programmes in Digital Technology and Logistics. Both investing core competencies with courses commenced immediately.
• Power Mech FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMoU signed November 2024 for skill-based courses at their campus in Electrical, Electronics, Civil Engineering, IT, and AI to improve placement opportunities.
• International Academy of Computer Graphics Multimedia CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMoU for affiliation to conduct four intensive skill-based courses in Anime and graphics.
• United Way of HyderabadcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMoU signed January 2026 for establishment of dedicated computer Training laboratory at YISU campus. Synopsys sponsored the Computer Training Lab through United Way of Hyderabad.
• SynopsyscoreTechnology or IntegrationSponsored establishment of Computer Training Lab in transit campus through United Way of Hyderabad. Major boost for hands-on training in IT/Tech related courses.
• TCS iONcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner20-week Placement Success Program launched July 2025 for B.Tech, BE and MCA graduates offering IT training with Joint Certification and intense Placement Assistance.
• KIMS HospitalsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMedical Coding Course partnership with KIMS Hospitals commenced February 2025.
• o9 SolutionsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupply Chain Essentials Professional Certification Programme commenced January 2025.
• Navata Group of CompaniesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLogistics Executive/Transportation Executive course commenced January 2025.
• Hare KrishnaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration for student nourishment schemes implementing breakfast and mid-day meal supply. Discussion on establishment of dedicated kitchen within YISU main campus.
• Ramanaidu StudiosminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDiscussions for collaboration in media & entertainment sector across skilling value chain with Head Shri Suresh Daggubati.
• IIM Visakhapatnam and IIM MumbaicoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerYISU team visited to finalize strategic collaboration for developing specialized undergraduate management program for forthcoming academic year.
• IIIT HyderabadcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDiscussions to strengthen engagement in IT and VLSI sectors. Prof. Raj Reddy (founding Chairman IIIT Hyderabad) met with Vice Chancellor providing insights and advice for YISU.
• Indian Amusement Parks Association (IAAPI)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVice Chancellor participated in panel discussion at Ramoji Film City attended by 100+ promoters and senior executives. Explored prospects of collaboration for skilling amusement park personnel.
• Bharat BiotechcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRepresented on Applied Life Sciences Advisory Board alongside Dr. Reddys Labs, Aurobindo Pharma, Laurus Labs, and Biological E Ltd for curriculum development.
• Laurus LabscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRepresented on Applied Life Sciences Advisory Board for industry-led curriculum development.
• Cult Fit Health Care Pvt. LtdminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGym Trainer Course offered in partnership with Cult Fit.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC): Government-backed umbrella body coordinating India's skilling ecosystem under the Ministry of Skill Development. Comparable as a public-private skills institution but operates at scale across thousands of training partners rather than delivering curricula directly.
• Manipal Academy of Higher Education: Large private deemed university with healthcare, engineering, and life sciences programs. Comparable in offering healthcare and life sciences degree programs and in pursuing industry partnerships, though operates as a comprehensive university rather than skills-focused institution.
• Amity University: Large private university with extensive industry partnerships and vocational tracks across multiple sectors. Comparable in multi-school structure and industry-tied programs, though much larger and broader in academic scope.
• IIIT Hyderabad: Premier Indian research university focused on IT and computer science, and YISU's current transit campus host. Comparable in IT and computer science focus and Hyderabad location, though positioned as a research institution rather than skills university.
• Don Bosco Technical Institute: Established Indian vocational training network offering technical and trade programs across multiple states. Comparable in vocational/skills training mission and multi-sector curriculum, though operates without degree-granting university status.

Direct peers

• TeamLease Skills University: India's first skills university operating on PPP-style model with industry-aligned vocational and degree programs. Closest direct peer to YISU given similar positioning as a dedicated skills university targeting employability outcomes.
• ICT Academy: Public-private partnership organization running IT and emerging technology training programs with Indian state governments and IT companies. Comparable in PPP structure, IT training focus, and government-industry bridge positioning to YISU.
• NIIT Limited: Long-standing Indian vocational and IT skills training provider with deep corporate partnerships and government skilling programs. Comparable to YISU in IT/technology training and certification focus, though operating more as a training company than university.
• Symbiosis Skills and Professional University: Pune-based skills university with industry-integrated programs across logistics, healthcare, and technology. Directly comparable to YISU in skills-university positioning and sector mix (logistics, IT, healthcare tracks).
• Aptech Limited: Indian vocational training company offering IT, aviation, hospitality, and animation programs through franchise and partner networks. Comparable in vocational IT and aviation training focus, though operates as a listed training company rather than degree-granting university.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• YouTubeyoutube.com/@YoungIndiaSkillsUniversity
• Facebookfacebook.com/YoungIndiaSkillsUniversity
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/young-india-skills-university
• Instagraminstagram.com/young.india.skills.university

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