Tata Indian Institute Of Skills

What Tata Indian Institute Of Skills does

Tata Indian Institute of Skills (Tata IIS) is a Section 8 non-profit company incorporated in 2020 (CIN: U93000MH2020NPL338639) by the Tata Education and Development Trust in partnership with India's Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE). The institute operates two campuses — a 4.17-acre facility inside the NSTI campus at Chunabhatti, Mumbai, and a 20-acre facility in Ahmedabad — both Phase 1 operational by 2024, with PM Modi inaugurating the Mumbai campus. Tata IIS delivers short-format (8-12 week) certification programs in Advanced Manufacturing (industrial automation, robotics, CNC, 3D printing, welding), Electric Vehicles (battery specialist, 2&3-wheeler service), Electronics, Hospitality, and Retail Sales, plus an Advanced Skill Program tier and Diploma Accelerated Programs.

The institute's core technology proposition is 70% hands-on practical training delivered on industry-standard equipment sourced from global technology partners including Fanuc, Universal Robots, ABB, Siemens, Markforged, Formlabs, Fronius, Hexagon, and Ather Energy, with a 2:1 trainee-to-machine ratio. Courses are co-developed with these partners and certified jointly by Tata IIS and MSDE. Tata IIS has trained approximately 1,500 trainees cumulatively, with the first batch of 163 achieving a 70% placement rate across 15+ employer brands; 422 women have been trained and placed. Programs are highly subsidized (₹18,000-₹30,000 course fees) and accessible to graduates and final-year students from engineering, ITI, and 12th-standard backgrounds.

Tata IIS generates revenue primarily through subsidized course fees paid by individual trainees, optional accommodation services (₹8,000-₹12,000 per month), and operational funding from Tata Trusts and MSDE government partnership. The institute targets a benchmark goal of training 5,000 trainees annually. As a non-profit skilling initiative, it is not designed to generate commercial returns; rather, it serves as the Tata Group's flagship workforce development vehicle for India's sunrise manufacturing and EV sectors.

Name

Tata Indian Institute Of Skills

Legal name

Tata Indian Institute of Skills

Website

https://iismumbai.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2020

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Tata Indian Institute of Skills is a Tata Group non-profit vocational institute (established 2020 with MSDE) operating campuses in Mumbai and Ahmedabad that delivers 8-12 week industry-aligned certification programs in advanced manufacturing, electric vehicles, robotics, and CNC for engineering graduates and ITI students.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Skills Training

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (61151), Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519), Apprenticeship Training (611513), Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDABALAP

Industrial Manufacturing

Education/Corporate Training & Professional Development/Industry-Specific Professional Training (e.g., Healthcare, Manufacturing, Construction)

SECONDARYEDAOABAG

Electronics Technician Training (Analog/Digital)

Education/Vocational, Technical & Trade Education/Electrical, Electronics & Power Trades

SECONDARYEDAOAHAE

Industrial Electrical & Motor Controls

Education/Vocational, Technical & Trade Education/Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics & Robotics

SECONDARYEDAOADAF

Welding Inspection, QA/QC & NDT Prep Training (e.g., CWI)

Education/Vocational, Technical & Trade Education/Welding, Metalwork & Fabrication

SECONDARYEDAOADAH

CNC Plasma/Laser Cutting & Automated Fabrication Training

Education/Vocational, Technical & Trade Education/Welding, Metalwork & Fabrication

SECONDARYEDAGANAN

Industry-Specific Technical & Certification Prep (e.g., Construction, Manufacturing, Energy)

Education/Educational Publishing & Learning Content/Professional Development & Training Materials

SECONDARYEDABALAI

Education & Training Providers

Education/Corporate Training & Professional Development/Industry-Specific Professional Training (e.g., Healthcare, Manufacturing, Construction)

Keywords

• Vocational skills training
• Advanced manufacturing courses
• Electric vehicle certification
• Robotics automation training
• Industry-aligned skilling

Headquarters

HQ city

Mumbai

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Course Fee Revenue: Tuition fees collected from students for certification programs in advanced manufacturing, electric vehicles, and other sectors. Fees are collected in two installments: Admission Confirmation Fee upon receiving offer, and remaining amount prior to course commencement.
2. Accommodation Services: Optional accommodation arrangements facilitated for trainees near campus at approximately ₹8,000-₹10,000 per person per month in Ahmedabad and ₹10,000-₹12,000 per month for Mumbai, inclusive of meals and ancillary services.
3. Skill Development Government Contracts: Tata IIS operates as a Section 8 company established by the Tata Group in partnership with Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Government of India, suggesting public-private partnership funding for skilling initiatives.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Tata Indian Institute of Skills delivers industry-aligned vocational certification programs in advanced manufacturing (industrial automation, robotics, CNC, welding, 3D printing), electric vehicles (EV service and battery specialist), electronics, hospitality, and retail sales through two physical campuses in Mumbai and Ahmedabad. Approximately 70% of curriculum is hands-on training delivered on equipment from global technology partners, with course durations ranging from 8-12 weeks and certification jointly issued with the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship.

Product overview

Tata Indian Institute of Skills (Tata IIS) operates as a vocational skill development institute with two campuses in Mumbai and Ahmedabad, offering industry-focused certification programs in Advanced Manufacturing (Industrial Automation, Robotics, 3D Printing, Welding, CNC Operations, CAD/CAM), Electric Vehicles (EV Service Specialist, Battery Specialist, Powertrain Systems), Hospitality (Professional Cooking, Housekeeping), and Retail Sales. The institute provides a portfolio of certificate programs, Industry Readiness Programs (IRP/IRP+/IRPx), Diploma Accelerated Programs (DAP/DAP+), and Advanced Skill Programs (ASP/ASP+) with durations ranging from 8-12 weeks. Programs are developed in collaboration with global industry leaders and feature 70% hands-on practical training, with joint certification from Tata IIS and the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Certificate in Industrial Automation Fundamentals 12-week certification program covering PLC, hydraulics, pneumatics for industrial automation careers. Eligibility: Graduates and current final-year students in B.E/B.Tech, Diploma in Engineering. Course fee Rs.22,000 plus Rs.4,000 admission confirmation.
• Certificate in Robotics and Advanced Automation 8-week program teaching robot programming and simulation tools for careers in robotics and automation. Eligibility: Graduates and current final-year students in B.E/B.Tech (all streams). Course fee Rs.23,000 plus Rs.5,000 admission confirmation.
• Certificate in Industrial 3D Printing Design and Manufacturing 12-week program on 3D printing technologies and manufacturing methods. Eligibility: Graduates and final-year students from Diploma in Engineering, B.E./B.Tech (all streams), BSc, BCA and other graduates.
• Certificate in Advanced Arc Welding Techniques 10-week program covering robotic welding and industry-ready fabrication techniques. Eligibility: Graduates and current final-year students from ITI (welder, fitter and machinist grinder trades) or 12th Standard. Course fee Rs.18,000 plus Rs.3,500 admission confirmation.
• Certificate in CNC Operations for New-Age Manufacturing 8-week program on CNC operations, precision machining and programming. Eligibility: Graduates and current final-year students from ITI (all trades) or 12th Standard.
• Certificate in CNC Machining and CAD/CAM Integration 12-week program on modern machining techniques, CNC programming, and simulation workflows. Eligibility: B.E./B.Tech./Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Production, Electrical, EC, EEE, Automobile, Robotics & Automation, CS & IT, Mechatronics, IC or equivalent).
• Certificate in EV 2 and 3 Wheeler Service Specialist 12-week program on electric vehicle systems, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and maintenance for 2 and 3 wheelers. Hands-on expertise in electric vehicle systems.
• Certificate in Electric Vehicle Battery Specialist 12-week program covering EV battery systems, design, assembly, maintenance, and diagnostics. Eligibility: Graduates and current final-year students in B.E/B.Tech (all streams). Course fee Rs.30,000.
• Premium Retail Certification (PRP) Professional certification program for retail sales professionals offered as part of Tata IIS's Industry Readiness Programs.
• Professional Cooking Skills Plus (IRP) Industry Recognition Program for professional cooking skills offered as part of Tata IIS's hospitality certification portfolio.
• Industrial Maintenance Specialist (IRPx) Industry Readiness Program Excellence for industrial maintenance specialization offered as part of Tata IIS's manufacturing certification portfolio.
• CAD/CAM for Product and Part Manufacturing (DAP) Diploma Accelerated Program for CAD/CAM product and part manufacturing offered as part of Tata IIS's advanced manufacturing certification portfolio.
• CNC Programming Foundations (DAP Plus) Diploma Accelerated Program Plus for CNC programming fundamentals offered as part of Tata IIS's advanced manufacturing certification portfolio.
• Advanced Automation Programming and System Design (DAP Plus) Diploma Accelerated Program Plus for advanced automation programming and system design offered as part of Tata IIS's advanced manufacturing certification portfolio.
• Automation Systems and Industrial Control Fundamentals (ASP) Advanced Skill Program for automation systems and industrial control offered as part of Tata IIS's advanced manufacturing certification portfolio.
• Robotics and Collaborative Automation Essentials (ASP Plus) Advanced Skill Program Plus for robotics and collaborative automation offered as part of Tata IIS's advanced manufacturing certification portfolio.
• EV Powertrain Architecture and Battery Systems (ASP Plus) Advanced Skill Program Plus for EV powertrain architecture and battery systems offered as part of Tata IIS's electric vehicle certification portfolio.
• Retail Sales Program Training program for retail sales professionals offered as part of Tata IIS's retail sales certification portfolio.
• Hospitality Program Training program for hospitality sector careers including hotels and restaurants offered as part of Tata IIS's hospitality certification portfolio.
• Optional Accommodation Services Optional accommodation arrangements facilitated for trainees near both IIS Mumbai and IIS Ahmedabad campuses, inclusive of meals, electricity, Wi-Fi, and transport between accommodation and campus. Priced at Rs.10,000-12,000/month (Mumbai) and Rs.8,000-10,000/month (Ahmedabad).

Quantifiable outcome

• 70% placement rate achieved for first batch with 26% receiving multiple job offers
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

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Partnerships

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

• Government of GujaratflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 April 2026Partnership with state government to establish India's first semiconductor-focused cleanroom training facility at ITI Dholera. 16 students completed first batch of Ultra High Purity Welding for Semiconductors Program in April 2026. Gujarat accounts for nearly 40% of India's approved semiconductor manufacturing capacity.
• Ather EnergycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2025Comprehensive partnership to prepare skilled EV technicians and battery specialists. Course developed with Ather providing industry expertise and equipment for EV training.
• Ahmedabad UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2025MoU formalized to build a skilled workforce for the booming manufacturing industry. Collaborative effort to align academic programs with industry needs.
• Godrej Enterprises GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2025Strategic partnership to build next-gen workforce equipped with practical skills for advanced manufacturing. Reinforces shared commitment to creating future-ready talent pool.
• Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve (TATR)minorOthers · 1 June 2025Collaboration to provide skill training to youth in the Chandrapur region around the tiger reserve, contributing to community development and livelihood creation.
• FroniuscoreTechnology or IntegrationEquipment and technology partner providing welding technology for the Advanced Arc Welding Techniques course. Fronius is a global leader in welding equipment.
• Universal RobotscoreTechnology or IntegrationCollaborative robot (cobot) technology provider for robotics and automation training programs. Provides equipment for hands-on learning in robotics coursework.
• FanuccoreTechnology or IntegrationIndustrial robot and CNC technology provider for advanced manufacturing training. Provides robotic equipment and simulators for hands-on training.
• ABBcoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partner providing automation and robotics equipment for training. ABB is a global leader in industrial automation and robotics.
• Ather EnergycoreTechnology or IntegrationEV technology partner providing equipment and expertise for EV Battery Specialist and EV 2&3 Wheeler Service Specialist courses. Co-develops curriculum for EV technician training.
• Tata MotorscoreTechnology or IntegrationParent company Tata Group entity providing industry expertise, equipment, and hiring pipeline for graduates. Active in curriculum validation and placement support.
• Phillips Machine Tools / Phillips AdditivecoreTechnology or IntegrationLaboratory partner instrumental in setting up the additive manufacturing laboratory for Indian Institute of Skills. Provides 3D printing technology and expertise.
• FestocoreTechnology or IntegrationAutomation and pneumatics technology partner providing equipment for industrial automation and EV training programs.
• Schneider ElectriccoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partner providing electrical systems and automation equipment for training in industrial electrical systems.
• MarkforgedcoreTechnology or IntegrationIndustrial 3D printing technology provider for additive manufacturing training. Provides metal and carbon fiber 3D printing systems.
• FormlabscoreTechnology or IntegrationSLA 3D printing technology provider for additive manufacturing training programs at IIS Ahmedabad campus.
• HexagoncoreTechnology or IntegrationMetrology and precision measurement technology provider for quality control and GD&T training.
• Lincoln WelderscoreTechnology or IntegrationWelding technology provider for advanced arc welding training programs. Provides industrial welding equipment.
• Lucas-NuellecoreTechnology or IntegrationEV training equipment provider for the EV Battery Specialist program. Provides industry-standard EV training rigs and diagnostic equipment.
• JSW Motors LimitedflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerMoU signed in February 2026 to create a technical talent pipeline for JSW Motors' upcoming EV manufacturing plant in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra. Collaboration includes co-developed curriculum covering EV systems, battery technology, automation, welding, CNC operations, and advanced manufacturing. JSW Motors retains hiring control and curriculum validation rights.
• Tata ElectronicscoreTechnology or IntegrationPartner in semiconductor training program at ITI Dholera. Provides expertise and industry linkages for ultra-high purity welding training for semiconductor manufacturing.
• Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment ministry partnership to establish Indian Institute of Skills. MSDE provides government backing, policy support, and certification authority for Tata IIS programs. Joint issuance of completion certificates with Tata IIS and the ministry.
• Tata Trusts / Tata Education and Development TrustflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrimary funders and promoters of Tata IIS initiative. Tata Trusts took the lead in establishing the Indian Institute of Skills after PM Modi's visit to Singapore's ITE. Provides institutional legacy and governance framework.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• TeamLease Skills University: India's first skills-focused university affiliated with the TeamLease Group, offering vocational certification programs with strong employer placement ties. Direct peer in industry-aligned vocational education at scale.
• Centurion University Skills Programmes: Centurion University of Technology and Management runs skill-based and vocational programs, including in advanced manufacturing. Comparable focus on hands-on, industry-linked curricula and skilling for Tier 2/3 India.
• National Skill Training Institute (NSTI): Government of India network of advanced skill training institutes run under MSDE — the very ministry Tata IIS partners with. Comparable in advanced manufacturing trades and industrial electrician/mechatronics programs at subsidy-supported pricing.
• L&T Institute of Skills: L&T's skill-development arm offering industry-aligned vocational programs, including in advanced manufacturing and welding. Direct comparable: a large industrial conglomerate replicating the "industry-led, employer-funded" vocational training model.
• Don Bosco Tech (Don Bosco Skill Mission): Not-for-profit skill-development organisation training underserved youth across multiple Indian states in trades like welding, electrical, and automotive. Comparable as a vocational certification provider targeting similar persona and social-impact objectives.
• Tata STRIVE: Skill-development arm of the Tata Trusts targeting youth employability. Directly comparable as a Tata Group-funded vocational training initiative, though STRIVE focuses more broadly on IT/ITES and services while Tata IIS concentrates on advanced manufacturing/EV.

Broad incumbents

• Industrial Training Institute (ITI) Network: India's 14,000+ government-run ITIs deliver entry-level trade training across welding, fitter, electrician, and machinist trades. Broad incumbent in technical/trade education with comparable course offerings at lower price points but typically less industry-grade equipment.
• ITE Education Singapore (ITE): Singapore's Institute of Technical Education — the model that inspired the Tata IIS concept after PM Modi's visit. Comparable as a sector-leading technical/trade education provider with strong employer linkages and government backing.

Peers

• Skill India / NSDC-affiliated Private Training Partners:

Emerging players

• Ather Skill Academy: Ather Energy's training programme for EV service technicians — and a direct technology/customer partner of Tata IIS. Comparable niche overlap in EV technician training, with a narrower geographic and product scope.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/iis_mumbai

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

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