National Automotive and Vehicles Academy

What National Automotive and Vehicles Academy does

National Automotive and Vehicles Academy (NAVA) is a vocational education institution founded in 2024 and headquartered in the Industrial Valley of King Abdullah Economic City, Saudi Arabia, that delivers diploma-level training in electric vehicle manufacturing and maintenance. NAVA operates as part of the Public Investment Fund (PIF) portfolio and serves Saudi nationals aged 18-25 with TVTC enrollment or a related diploma, offering three core programs: an EV Industrial Technician Diploma, an EV Service Technician Diploma, and an Automotive Technology Associate Diploma. The academy combines on-campus instruction with an online Learning Management System (lms.nava.edu.sa) and develops supplementary resources such as the first specialized Arabic glossary for EV manufacturing and maintenance terminology.

NAVA's curriculum is co-developed with major automotive OEMs including Ceer, Lucid Motors, and Hyundai, and the institution has secured TVTC local accreditation and IMI international accreditation. Students receive fully subsidized tuition, monthly allowances, free on-campus accommodation, and a conditional employment contract guaranteeing a starting salary of 8,000 SAR per month with partner OEMs upon graduation. Partnerships also extend to EVIQ (EV charging infrastructure), BYD, MBSC, Johnson Controls, and Saudi universities, broadening exposure to the broader automotive value chain.

The business model is government-funded: NAVA does not generate tuition revenue from students but instead receives funding from PIF, TVTC, HRDF, and NIDLP, and operates as a strategic Vision 2030 initiative to localize EV technical expertise. Revenue is not publicly disclosed, and the institution is in early operating stages with its first cohort onboarded in October 2024. Within its first year NAVA has accumulated multiple OEM partnerships, two industry awards (Best CSR Initiative 2024 and Human Capital Development and Entrepreneurship Award 2024), and both local and international accreditation.

Name

National Automotive and Vehicles Academy

Legal name

National Automotive and Vehicles Academy

Website

https://nava.edu.sa

Company type

Private

Founded year

2024

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

National Automotive and Vehicles Academy (NAVA) is a PIF-backed Saudi vocational training institution founded in 2024 that delivers EV-focused diploma programs to Saudi nationals aged 18-25, combining fully subsidized tuition with guaranteed employment contracts at partner OEMs such as Ceer, Lucid, and Hyundai.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Education and Technical Training

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519)

akta.pro primary industry

Alternative Fuel, Hybrid & EV Service (High-Voltage) (EDAOAEAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Automotive (EDABALAB)

Keywords

• Vocational education training
• Electric vehicle technician
• Automotive technology diplomas
• EV manufacturing training
• Technical skills academy

Headquarters

HQ city

Jeddah

HQ country

Saudi Arabia

HQ region

Middle East

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Government-Funded Education: NAVA operates as a fully subsidized educational institution. All tuition fees are covered for enrolled students, who also receive monthly allowances and free on-campus accommodation. Funding is provided through partnerships with Public Investment Fund (PIF), government entities including TVTC, HRDF, and NIDLP.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

National Automotive and Vehicles Academy (NAVA) is a PIF-backed vocational academy that delivers fully subsidized diploma programs in electric vehicle manufacturing and maintenance, targeting Saudi nationals aged 18-25. The academy combines on-campus theoretical and hands-on training with an online LMS, and graduates enter conditional employment contracts with partner OEMs Ceer, Lucid, and Hyundai at a guaranteed starting salary of 8,000 SAR per month.

Product overview

National Automotive and Vehicles Academy (NAVA) is an educational institution offering vocational diploma programs in electric vehicle technology. The academy provides three main programs: the EV Industrial Technician Diploma (focused on manufacturing), the EV Service Technician Diploma (focused on maintenance and repairs), and the Automotive Technology Associate Diploma (foundational automotive knowledge). Programs are delivered through on-campus training combined with an online Learning Management System (LMS). The academy also developed a specialized Electric Vehicle terminology glossary as an educational resource. All programs include guaranteed employment pathways with partner automotive companies upon completion.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• EV Industrial Technician Diploma Diploma program focused on manufacturing technologies of modern electric vehicles, equipping students with skills for industrial technician roles in EV production. Designed for Saudi nationals aged 18-25 with TVTC enrollment or diploma in a related field.
• EV Service Technician Diploma Diploma program specializing in maintenance and servicing of electric vehicles, including smart diagnostics and repairs. Targets Saudi nationals preparing for service technician careers in EV dealerships and maintenance centers.
• Automotive Technology Associate Diploma Associate diploma in automotive technology providing foundational knowledge in vehicle systems and EV technologies. Designed for students seeking broader automotive technical expertise as a foundation for careers in the automotive sector.
• Dictionary of Electric Vehicle Manufacturing and Maintenance Terminology Specialized Arabic-English terminology glossary for electric vehicle manufacturing and maintenance, developed in collaboration with the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources and the King Salman International Arabic Language Complex. Bridges language and technology gaps in the EV sector and serves as an educational and reference resource.

Quantifiable outcome

• Starting salary of 8,000 SAR per month upon graduation
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered minor, core and major.

• BYDminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 November 2025Strategic discussions for partnership to develop future talent in electric vehicles. BYD delegation visited NAVA facilities to explore collaboration opportunities.
• Ministry of Industry and Mineral ResourcescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 February 2025Key government partner supporting NAVA's role in HCI2025 launch of EV terminology glossary. His Excellency Minister Bandar Al-Khorayef serves as patron for major events and partnerships.
• CeercoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 February 2025Strategic partnership with Ceer, Saudi Arabia's first automotive company and EV brand, to launch EV Manufacturing Technology Diploma program. Partnership aims to train 300 Saudis in EV manufacturing technology and ensure employment pathways for graduates at Ceer Motors.
• Lucid MotorscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 February 2025Strategic MoU for transformative workforce training and national competency development in electric vehicle manufacturing. Partnership provides advanced skills that foster innovation and sustainability, contributing to sector growth aligned with Vision 2030.
• Hyundai Motor Company Middle EastcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 February 2025Partnership for engine manufacturing training with over 200 specialized training opportunities. Focus on developing skilled Saudi technicians for various roles within Hyundai.
• EVIQmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 October 2024MoU to enhance cooperation in developing and qualifying national talents in electric vehicle charging infrastructure. EVIQ delegation provided insights on future of EV charging stations in Saudi Arabia.
• Technical and Vocational Training Corporation (TVTC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal accreditation partner and recruitment channel. TVTC provides student pipeline through its institutes across Saudi Arabia and ensures local accreditation of NAVA programs.
• National Industrial Development and Logistics Program (NIDLP)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupporting partner contributing to enriching educational experience with advanced expertise. Also serves as patron for NIDLP Excellence Awards 2024.
• Transport General Authority (TGA)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupporting partner contributing to comprehensive educational experience in transportation and automotive sectors.
• King Salman International Arabic Language ComplexmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration partner for developing the first specialized Arabic glossary for EV manufacturing and maintenance terminology. Partnership bridges language and technology to fill critical knowledge gaps.
• Prince Mohammed Bin Salman College for Business and Entrepreneurship (MBSC)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMoU to develop national leadership and support transformation of automotive sector. Partnership strengthens integration between applied and academic education.
• Abdul Latif JameelminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDelegation visit to explore latest technologies and gain insights for talent development collaboration with NAVA Academy.
• Juffali (Commercial Vehicles)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNAVA Academy visited Juffali Commercial Vehicles factory to support local manufacturing ecosystem and develop national talent through industry exposure.
• Nissan Saudi ArabiaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSenior leadership team visit to NAVA facilities to explore collaboration opportunities in automotive sector.
• Saudi Japanese Automobile High InstituteminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNAVA executives visited to exchange knowledge and experiences in enhancing and empowering next generation with skills for automotive industry leadership.
• King Abdulaziz UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVisit to strengthen academic cooperation and exchange expertise in electric vehicles and industries for sustainable future.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• WyoTech: Specialized US automotive and diesel trade school with manufacturer-specific training tracks and brand partnerships. Comparable as a focused automotive vocational institution with employer-aligned curriculum delivery.
• Saudi Japanese Automobile High Institute (SJAHI): Long-established Saudi technical institute specializing in Japanese-automotive (Toyota/Lexus) technician training, with a similar vocational diploma model serving Saudi youth. NAVA's leadership has explicitly engaged SJAHI for knowledge exchange, making it the most directly comparable peer in the Kingdom.
• Automotive Training Centers (ATC): US-based specialized automotive and collision repair trade school with OEM-aligned training programs. Comparable as a dedicated automotive vocational training provider serving career-track students with manufacturer partnerships.

Broad incumbents

• Lincoln Tech: US vocational training group offering automotive, diesel, and emerging-vehicle (including EV) technician programs. Comparable as a multi-campus technical school with employer-partnership employment pathways.
• Universal Technical Institute (UTI): Large US-based for-profit provider of automotive and diesel technician training across multiple brands. Comparable as a scaled, multi-OEM automotive training institution, though focused on ICE rather than EV specialization.

Others

• Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI): UK-based professional body that accredits automotive qualifications and certifies technicians globally. Comparable as the international accreditation partner NAVA has secured, and as a standards-setter for EV and motor-industry credentials.
• TÜV SÜD Akademie: Global technical training provider delivering automotive, EV, and e-mobility certification courses to industry professionals. Comparable as an established EV-training enablement partner serving OEMs and workforce-development programs.

Regional players

• Higher Colleges of Technology (UAE): UAE's largest applied higher-education network offering automotive engineering and technician tracks across multiple campuses. Comparable as a Gulf-region government-backed technical college but lacks NAVA's dedicated EV focus and OEM employment-guarantee structure.
• College of the North Atlantic - Qatar (CNA-Q): State-backed technical college in Qatar delivering diploma and apprenticeship programs including trades adjacent to automotive and industrial technology. Comparable as a Gulf government-funded vocational institution with employer-aligned training, but broader than NAVA's EV specialization.

Emerging players

• AVL Academy: Training arm of AVL, the Austria-based powertrain engineering firm, offering specialized EV, battery, and hybrid-powertrain courses. Comparable as an emerging player addressing EV-specific workforce development for automotive manufacturers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@NAVA_EDU_SA
• Facebookfacebook.com/nava.edu.sa
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/navaedusa
• Xx.com/Nava_edu_sa

Compliance3 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

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