Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM), in partnership with Sharayu Toyota, has strengthened its commitment to India’s skill development agenda with the inauguration of a new Toyota Technical Education Program (T-TEP) facility at CSMSS College of Polytechnic in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra. The initiative is designed to equip students with industry-relevant technical knowledge and practical exposure, helping create a workforce ready to meet the evolving requirements of the automotive sector. The newly established training centre will particularly benefit students from rural and economically disadvantaged backgrounds by providing access to modern automotive technologies and structured learning opportunities.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by representatives from CSMSS Sanstha, senior faculty members, Sharayu Toyota leadership, and officials from Toyota Kirloskar Motor. The facility has been developed to offer a blend of classroom instruction, practical workshops, and dealership-based internships that expose students to real-world automotive operations.
At the CSMSS College of Polytechnic, the program will focus on Service Advisor and Sales Consultant specializations for students pursuing Mechanical Engineering and related technical disciplines. The centre has the capacity to train up to 480 students annually across multiple technical streams.
The facility is equipped with advanced learning infrastructure, including engine assemblies, component cut-sections, simulation tools, diagnostic equipment, and training modules based on Toyota’s latest service technologies and hybrid vehicle systems. Students will also benefit from Toyota’s Body and Mind training methodology, which focuses on technical competency, workplace discipline, communication skills, and professional development.
Speaking on the occasion, college representatives highlighted the growing importance of industry-academia collaboration in preparing students for future careers. Access to modern training tools and direct industry exposure is expected to significantly improve employability and practical understanding among students.
Toyota officials emphasized that the initiative reflects the company’s long-standing focus on building skilled talent for the automotive ecosystem. By providing structured technical education and hands-on learning opportunities, the program seeks to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry requirements.
Since its launch in 2006, the Toyota Technical Education Program has trained more than 14,000 students across India. A significant percentage of graduates have secured employment with automotive manufacturers, dealerships, and service organizations, contributing to the growth of the sector.
The addition of the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar facility further strengthens Toyota’s nationwide skill development network and supports national initiatives aimed at enhancing technical education, creating employment opportunities, and developing a future-ready workforce capable of supporting India’s manufacturing and mobility ambitions.
