Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has been recognized for its exemplary contribution to skill development and human capital building in India, securing two top honors at the Bengaluru Skill Summit 2025 . These awards acknowledge the company’s outstanding efforts in the skilling ecosystem .
Dual Recognition for Skilling Excellence
TKM received two prestigious awards at the summit, which was organized by the Government of Karnataka and the Karnataka Skill Development Corporation (KSDC) :
- Kaushalya Karnataka Corporate Excellence Award in Skilling (Large Industries Category) .
- Kaushalya Karnataka Award for the Best Institution in Skill Competitions (for the Toyota Technical Training Institute – TTTI) .
The event, held on November 6 at The Lalit Ashok, Bengaluru, celebrated exemplary institutions and organizations driving excellence in the skilling ecosystem .
Core Philosophy: Nurturing Globally Competitive Talent
These recognitions reaffirm TKM’s long-standing commitment to nurturing globally competitive talent under its philosophy of “Grow India and Grow with India” . Toyota continues to empower youth with advanced technical expertise, work discipline, and core values .
Mr. G. Shankara, Executive Vice President, Finance and Administration, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, highlighted the company’s approach:
“Around sixty percent of our training focus is on building discipline, a strong safety mindset, values, respect, civic sense, and sustainable habits . The remaining forty percent refines craftsmanship — the Japanese Takumi spirit of mastery and excellence in every skill trade .”
TKM’s initiatives align closely with both the Government of India’s Skill India Mission and the Government of Karnataka’s Kaushalya Karnataka Vision .
Comprehensive Skilling Framework Highlights
TKM has established a comprehensive framework that integrates advanced manufacturing know-how with hands-on training, creating inclusive pathways for youth . Through these various programs, TKM has trained and empowered over 1,40,000 youth across India .
- Toyota Technical Training Institute (TTTI): Established in 2007 within TKM’s Bidadi plant, TTTI offers a three-year residential program for rural youth . It boasts over 1,400 graduates and a 100% placement record . TTTI-trained participants earned multiple Medallions of Excellence at WorldSkills 2024 in Lyon, France .
- Toyota Kaushalya Program: This two-year “Learn and Earn” model operates under the Flexi MoU scheme . A trainee from this program, Mr. Manjunatha S, was recently felicitated by Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modiji as the National Topper in the Directorate General of Training (DGT) All India Trade Test 2024 .
- Global Skill-Up Training Program: This initiative, under the Technical Intern Training Program (TITP), has enabled more than 1,000 TKM-trained youth to undergo advanced training at Toyota Motor Corporation, Japan .
- Government Collaboration: TKM actively partners with the Government of Karnataka to upgrade over 100 Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and collaborates with Samagra Shikshana Karnataka to advance vocational education for 800 students across seven districts .
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What two major awards did TKM win at the Bengaluru Skill Summit 2025? TKM won the Kaushalya Karnataka Corporate Excellence Award in Skilling and the Kaushalya Karnataka Award for the Best Institution in Skill Competitions (for TTTI) .
What is the core focus of TKM’s training philosophy? Sixty percent of TKM’s training focuses on building discipline, safety mindset, and values, while forty percent refines craftsmanship—the Japanese Takumi spirit .
What is the placement record of the Toyota Technical Training Institute (TTTI)? TTTI has maintained a 100% placement record for its over 1,400 graduates .
Which TKM trainee was recently recognized by the Prime Minister? Mr. Manjunatha S, a Toyota Kaushalya trainee, was recognized by the Prime Minister as the National Topper in the DGT All India Trade Test 2024 .
How many youth has TKM trained across India through its various initiatives? TKM has trained and empowered over 1,40,000 youth across India .
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