Vocational Skilling Centre

Skilling for sustainable livelihoods

The Madras Seva Sadan Centre for Community Empowerment in Tambaram is a vocational skilling hub aimed at bridging India’s widening skills gap. With a new 19,400 sq. ft. campus (Phase 1), the center will deliver structured, industry-relevant training for marginalized students.

Our Skilling Legacy Since 1928

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2023
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1936

Introduction of vocational skill training at TMSS schools
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1949

Industrial training school : Nursing + teaching + Secretarial course + Weaving + Lace & doll making
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1952

Tambaram school : Carpentry and electrician courses for skilling
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1963 to Mid 80’s

Rehabilitation and skilling of mental health patients
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2023

Tech Mahindra SMART skill center at Prem Vihar

Addressing the Skill Gap

Bridging the gap between education and employability both nationally and within Tamil Nadu.

National Context
Project Low formal skilling

Only 2.2% of individuals (aged 15–59) in India have received formal vocational training (PLFS 2022–23).

Project Non employable graduates

Nearly 50% of graduates are not job-ready due to a disconnect between academic curricula and industry expectations (Economic Survey 2023–24).

State Context
Project Education drop off

1 in 4 Class 12 graduates from Tamil Nadu’s government schools (2022–23) didn’t pursue college, signaling the need for vocational pathways.

Project Sectoral skill gaps

Tamil Nadu will require >32.8 lakh skilled/semi-skilled workers across key sectors by 2030 (TN Skill Gap Report, NSDC).

Proven Impact from Past Initiatives

Our track record speaks for itself

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404 Students

Trained in medical coding & billing

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74%

Women participants

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271 Students

Placed in top MNCs

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90%

Placement rate

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₹16,000 per month

Average starting salary

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2,440+

Students reached via outreach

Future Ready Vocational Centre

TMSS Center for Community Empowerment – Vocational Skilling School

building Infrastructure Highlights

buildingLocation: Tambaram

building Phase 1 Construction Begins: June 2025

Model for Partnership
building Block A

Floors: G+3

Total Area: 17,600 sq. ft.

Features: 3 training rooms/floor, office, lift, accessibility, restroom

₹ Cost/floor: ₹1 Cr

building Block B

Floors: G+3

Total Area: 27,280 sq. ft.

Features: 5 training rooms/floor, office, lift, accessibility, restroom

₹ Cost/floor: ₹1.5 Cr

building Value Proposition
Lady Andal House of Children 100 % CSR compliant project
Lady Andal House of Children Proven academic and training partner : Tech Mahindra Foundation
Lady Andal House of Children Enable underprivileged youth towards Job readiness
Lady Andal House of Children Partner with our 95 year old philanthropic vision
Lady Andal House of Children Supported by : MMRT 42 (Madras Midtown Round Table 42) and RCCT (Rotary Club of Chennai Towers)

How Can You Support

Multiple ways to make a meaningful impact on children's lives

Focus Areas
Support 1 floor / multiple floors

Fund infrastructure per floor which includes classrooms, admin rooms, labs etc.

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Support industry relevant placement for youth trained at our center.

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Join hands with The Madras Seva Sadan to drive meaningful change through education, skilling, and inclusive development. Together, let’s build empowered communities and a stronger future.

Let’s create an impact that lasts.

Email leadcsr@pro.themadrassevasadan.org

Phone +91 8056581815

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