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GMR Varalakshmi Foundation

GMR Varalakshmi Foundation started a vocational training center in Delhi in October 2009 with the purpose of empowering urban youth.

The focus of the Centre is on imparting good quality skill training along with life skill inputs and facilitation of suitable placement opportunities for the trainees.

GMRVF has created State-of-the-Art residential vocational training facilities equipped with classrooms, workshops, kitchens and dormitories, library and seminar hall.

The centre is located near to IGI Gate No-15; at Shahabad Mohammadpur; Dwarka. The centre is well equipped to facilitate short-term vocational trainings programs at any point of time.

Vision

Our Vision

Make sustainable impact on the human development of under-served communities through initiatives in education, health and livelihoods.

Our Objective

  • Bridge the skill gap through quality vocational training.
  • Improve employability via structured course delivery and industry integration.
  • Promote self-reliance and personal development for long-term livelihood enhancement.
Objective
Values

Values & Beliefs

We believe in empowering individuals through access to quality education, industry-relevant skills, and equal opportunities.

Our core values include:

Integrity in delivering quality and transparent education.
Inclusivity by embracing diversity and supporting vulnerable communities.
Excellence in training delivery and continuous improvement.
Empowerment through capacity building and skill enhancement.
Collaboration with industry, partners, and communities to maximize impact.

Centre for Empowerment and Livelihoods (CEL-D)

An initiative of GMR Varalakshmi Foundation, run under the CSR of Delhi International Airport Limited.
Operational since 2013, CEL-D provides high-quality, entry-level employability training for youth (18–30) from underserved communities in and around Delhi. The Centre combines industry-aligned classroom instruction, hands-on practical training and dedicated placement support. CEL-D’s residential campus and modern workshops prepare trainees for immediate workforce entry or further vocational education.
13 industry-aligned courses
90% average placement rate
10,000+ trainees trained to date
Key highlights
  • State-of-the-art infrastructure including classrooms, workshops, work-sheds and residential facilities.
  • Courses mapped to the National Skill Qualification Framework (NSQF) and delivered with industry partners.
  • Dedicated placement assistance and post-placement support for sustainable employment outcomes.
  • Focused outreach to youth who have dropped out of school/college, providing market-relevant skills and pathways to livelihood.

CEL-D’s integrated approach — practical training, soft-skills development and employer linkages — has enabled sustained impact for thousands of trainees and continues to bridge the skill gap across the region.

Why Choose Us?

Explore what makes VTI stand out

80,000 Sqft. Green Campus

State-of-the-art lush green campus designed for learning and growth.

ISO 9001:2015 Certified

Assured quality and credibility with global ISO certification.

NSDC 5-Star Rated

Recognized for excellence in vocational training by NSDC.

Residential Facilities

Safe and well-managed hostels for boys and girls from other states.

Modern Labs & Equipment

Fully equipped labs meeting SSC norms for hands-on learning.

Industry-Experienced Trainers

Professionals with real-world expertise guide and mentor trainees.

NSQF Aligned Courses

Programs mapped with Skill India & National Qualification Framework.

Soft Skills & English Training

Dedicated sessions for Functional English, Personality Development & Digital Literacy.

Industry Certified Programs

Courses certified by leading companies and industry pioneers.

Placement Assistance

End-to-end placement support and job linkages for all successful trainees.