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Tata Indian Institute of Skills
Abbreviation	Tata IIS
Formation	2019
Type	Section 8 company (Non-profit)
Legal status	Active
Purpose	Vocational skill development and industry-aligned training
Region served	India
Parent organization	Tata Education and Development Trust (TEDT)
Affiliations	Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Government of India
Website	www.tataiis.org

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Tata Indian Institute of Skills (Tata IIS) is an Indian Section 8 company established as a public–private partnership between the Tata Education and Development Trust (TEDT) — an arm of Tata Trusts — and the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) of the Government of India."Tata Indian Institute of Skills (TIIS)". Tata Trusts. Retrieved 2026-06-26. The institution was formed to bridge the gap between industry demand and the supply of job-ready skilled workers in India, with a focus on advanced manufacturing, emerging technologies, and service-sector vocations.

Tata IIS operates as a special-purpose vehicle that manages two campuses: the Indian Institute of Skills, Ahmedabad (IIS Ahmedabad) and the Indian Institute of Skills, Mumbai (IIS Mumbai)."About Tata IIS". Tata IIS. Retrieved 2026-06-26. The organisation is modelled on the globally recognised Institute of Technical Education (ITE) of Singapore, and aims to set a new benchmark for vocational education in India."Best Skill Development Institute India". Tata IIS. Retrieved 2026-06-26.

Background and history

India's workforce development challenge is significant: despite being the world's most populous country, a large proportion of its youth enters the labour market without industry-relevant skills. The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship has identified advanced manufacturing as a sector facing critical talent shortages, prompting the Government of India to seek private-sector collaboration in building world-class vocational institutes."Tata Indian Institute of Skills Opens Registrations for National Skills Test (NST)". Business Standard / ANI. 22 June 2026. Retrieved 2026-06-26.

Tata IIS was incorporated as a Section 8 (non-profit) company. The Tata Education and Development Trust, an arm of the wider Tata Trusts philanthropy, is the primary institutional anchor. Additional support for the Ahmedabad campus was extended by the Government of Gujarat."IIS Ahmedabad". IIS Ahmedabad. Retrieved 2026-06-26.

This initiative is consistent with a long tradition of Tata Group institution-building in India, which includes the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) (1909), the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) (1936), and the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) (1945)."IIS Ahmedabad – Tata Legacy". IIS Ahmedabad. Retrieved 2026-06-26.

Organisational structure

Tata IIS is constituted as a Section 8 company under the Companies Act, 2013. Its governance is overseen by a board including representatives from the Tata Group and MSDE. Venu Srinivasan, former Chairman of TVS Motor Company, serves as the Non-Executive Chairman of Tata IIS."About Tata IIS". Tata IIS. Retrieved 2026-06-26."PM Modi Inaugurates IIS Mumbai". elets digitalLEARNING. 10 October 2024. Retrieved 2026-06-26.

Campuses

IIS Ahmedabad

The Indian Institute of Skills, Ahmedabad (IIS Ahmedabad) is located on a 20 acres (8.1 ha) campus in Nasmed village, Taluka Kalol, District Gandhinagar, Gujarat."IIS Ahmedabad". IIS Ahmedabad. Retrieved 2026-06-26. The campus was established through a three-way partnership between MSDE, the Tata Group, and the Government of Gujarat.

The campus features state-of-the-art laboratories for advanced manufacturing, electric vehicles (EV), mechatronics, automation, robotics, CNC machining, welding, additive manufacturing, and culinary arts. Equipment is sourced from global technology leaders including FANUC, Siemens, Makino, Mitutoyo, Hexagon, ZEISS, Lincoln Electric, Fronius, ABB, SMC, Schneider Electric, FESTO, Phillips, Markforged, and Formlabs."Tata Indian Institute of Skills (TIIS)". Tata Trusts. Retrieved 2026-06-26.

Campus address: Survey No. 654, Nasmed, Taluka Kalol, District Gandhinagar – 382721, Gujarat.; Corporate Office: Navratna Corporate Park, Block-B, Office No. 1101-1103, Ambli-Bopal Road, Ahmedabad – 380058."About Tata IIS". Tata IIS. Retrieved 2026-06-26.

IIS Mumbai

The Indian Institute of Skills, Mumbai (IIS Mumbai) is situated on a 4.17 acres (1.69 ha) campus within the National Skill Training Institute (NSTI) campus in Chunabhatti, Mumbai – 400 022, Maharashtra."IIS Mumbai". IIS Mumbai. Retrieved 2026-06-26.

IIS Mumbai was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 9 October 2024, as part of a broader initiative covering development projects in Maharashtra worth over ₹7,600 crore."PM Modi Inaugurates IIS Mumbai – MSDE Press Release" (PDF). Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. 9 October 2024. Retrieved 2026-06-26."PIB – PM Modi Inaugurates Indian Institute of Skills Mumbai". Press Information Bureau, Government of India. 9 October 2024. Retrieved 2026-06-26. The institute is designed to train approximately 5,000 students annually in Industry 4.0 skills."PM inaugurates Indian Institute of Skills to train students in Industry 4.0 skills". APAC News Network. October 2024. Retrieved 2026-06-26.

The first phase comprises a 22,500-square-foot facility housing advanced manufacturing and electric vehicle laboratories, classrooms, and computer laboratories."IIS Mumbai". IIS Mumbai. Retrieved 2026-06-26.

Campus address: Inside NSTI Campus, Chunabhatti, Mumbai – 400 022, Maharashtra.

Programmes and courses

All programmes at Tata IIS follow a 70% hands-on, 30% theory model, using industry-grade equipment and real-world workplace environments."Tata IIS Opens Registrations for NST". Business Standard / ANI. 22 June 2026. Retrieved 2026-06-26. Admission to all full-time programmes is routed through the National Skills Test (NST)."Courses – Tata IIS". Tata IIS. Retrieved 2026-06-26.

Programme levels

The institute offers three structured programme pathways aligned to educational qualifications:

Programme	Eligibility	Focus
Industry Readiness Programme (IRP)	Class 10 (Matric) pass	Core technical, communication, and workplace skills for entry-level roles
Digital Application Programme (DAP)	Class 12 / ITI / Non-technical graduates	Early career readiness; CNC operations, EV service, automation basics
Applied Skills Programme (ASP)	Diploma in Engineering, B.E./B.Tech, BSc (Physics/Chemistry/CS)	Advanced specialisations in robotics, automation programming, EV powertrain

Course domains

Programmes are offered across the following domains:"Courses – Tata IIS". Tata IIS. Retrieved 2026-06-26."IIS Ahmedabad Courses". Tata IIS. Retrieved 2026-06-26.

Advanced Manufacturing: CNC Operations, Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing), Advanced Arc Welding, Robotic Welding, CAD/CAM Manufacturing
Electric Vehicles (EV): EV Battery Systems, EV Powertrain, 2/3-Wheeler EV Technician, EV Service Advisor, EV Troubleshooting
Industrial Automation & Robotics: Factory Automation, PLC/HMI/SCADA, Mechatronics, Collaborative Robotics, Industrial Control Systems, Industrial Maintenance
Hospitality: Professional Cooking Skills (90 days), Core Housekeeping Skills (6 weeks)

Short-term upskilling courses are also offered to industry professionals in collaboration with corporate partners."Best Skill Development Institute India". Tata IIS. Retrieved 2026-06-26.

National Skills Test (NST)

The National Skills Test (NST) is a merit-based, computer-based entrance assessment created by Tata IIS to serve as a standardised and transparent gateway to all full-time skill-development programmes at IIS Ahmedabad and IIS Mumbai."NST – National Skills Test". Tata IIS. Retrieved 2026-06-26."National Skills Test 2026 by Tata IIS". National Skills Network. 24 February 2026. Retrieved 2026-06-26.

NST is conceptually analogous to national entrance examinations such as JEE and CAT, but specifically designed for skill-based careers in manufacturing and emerging technology sectors."Tata Indian Institute of Skills Opens Registrations for NST". Business Standard / ANI. 22 June 2026. Retrieved 2026-06-26. Unlike board percentage-based selections, NST evaluates problem-solving aptitude, enabling candidates from diverse educational backgrounds to compete on equal terms."NST – National Skills Test". Tata IIS. Retrieved 2026-06-26.

Eligibility

NST is open to candidates who have passed Class 10 (Matric) through B.E./B.Tech, including ITI graduates, diploma holders, and non-technical degree holders (BA, BSc, BCom, BEd, BCA, BBA, BHM, etc.). Age eligibility for certain programmes is 18–24 years."NST – National Skills Test". Tata IIS. Retrieved 2026-06-26.

Examination format

The test is conducted in-person at authorised test centres across India. Duration is 1.5 to 2 hours. NST is conducted twice a year (typically March and September). Shortlisting is fully merit-based and transparent."NST – National Skills Test". Tata IIS. Retrieved 2026-06-26.

Registration fees

Registration fees range from ₹99 (female, SC/ST/OBC candidates) to ₹499 (male, general category, degree or diploma holders)."NST – National Skills Test". Tata IIS. Retrieved 2026-06-26. Merit-based scholarships are available to help eligible students access training at subsidised cost."Tata IIS Opens Registrations for NST". Business Standard / ANI. 22 June 2026. Retrieved 2026-06-26.

Industry partnerships

Tata IIS has established collaborations with over 70 organisations, spanning multinational corporations and small-to-medium manufacturing enterprises."Tata Indian Institute of Skills (TIIS)". Tata Trusts. Retrieved 2026-06-26. Notable partners include:

Automotive & EV: Tata Motors, Tata AutoComp, TVS Motors, Ather Energy, Ola Electric, Ford
Industrial equipment: ABB, Siemens, FANUC India, Makino, Fronius, Lincoln Electric, SMC, Schneider Electric, FESTO
Metrology & precision: Mitutoyo, Hexagon, ZEISS
Additive manufacturing: Markforged, Formlabs, Phillips
Robotics: ABB, FANUC, MiR, Universal Robots
Corporate training partners: Bosch (EV Battery Upskilling), Godrej (DISHA Initiative – Industry 4.0 training for 100+ students), GTU (engineering student robotics programmes)"Best Skill Development Institute India". Tata IIS. Retrieved 2026-06-26.

Industry collaborations extend to curriculum co-design, equipment provision, internships, and direct placement pipelines.

Placements and outcomes

Tata IIS graduates have been placed with companies including Tata Motors, TVS Motors, Ather Energy, Ford, Marriott, Indian Accent, Novotel, and the Aditya Birla Group, among others."Tata Indian Institute of Skills (TIIS)". Tata Trusts. Retrieved 2026-06-26.

Reported highest placement offers include:"Tata Indian Institute of Skills (TIIS)". Tata Trusts. Retrieved 2026-06-26.

₹4.5 lakh per annum (B.Tech graduates)
₹3.8 lakh per annum (Diploma graduates)
₹3.4 lakh per annum (ITI graduates)

Community-focused batches have been conducted for disadvantaged groups, including a dedicated batch for youth from the Tadvi community of Gujarat in collaboration with Happy Faces Foundation, with placements at Renaissance by Marriott."Our Work – Tata IIS". Tata IIS. Retrieved 2026-06-26. Culinary graduates from the Professional Cooking Skills course have been placed at Indian Accent, Marriott Hotels, Indian Hotels, Novotel, and Mocha."Tata Indian Institute of Skills (TIIS)". Tata Trusts. Retrieved 2026-06-26.

Tata Group legacy in education

The establishment of Tata IIS continues the Tata Group's century-long tradition of building public-interest educational institutions in India:"IIS Ahmedabad – Tata Legacy". IIS Ahmedabad. Retrieved 2026-06-26.

Institution	Year	Location	Sector
Taj Group of Hotels	1903	Mumbai	Hospitality
Tata Iron and Steel Company (TISCO / Tata Steel)	1907	Jamshedpur	Industry
Indian Institute of Science (IISc)	1909	Bengaluru	Research & Higher Education
Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS)	1936	Mumbai	Social Sciences
Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR)	1945	Mumbai	Fundamental Research
Tata Indian Institute of Skills (Tata IIS)	c. 2019	Ahmedabad & Mumbai	Vocational / Skill Development

References

External links

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