JSS STU-Bajaj initiative to train 720 youth in three years

JSSSTU officials shared details of the initiative during a press conference in Mysuru on Thursday. | Photo credit: Special arrangement

JSS Science and Technology University (JSSSTU) in collaboration with Bajaj Auto Foundation, Pune has started a free three-month skill training program for unemployed youth in two-wheeler repair and maintenance.

The Service Technician Excellence Program (STEP) skills training center was inaugurated here at the JSS Technical Institutions Campus. The program is offered as a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative of the Bajaj Auto Foundation.

The hands-on programme, including on-the-job training, is aimed at equipping young men and women with industry-relevant skills and improving their employment prospects in the growing two-wheeler service sector, a press release said.

The initial batch will have 60 seats, 30 each for Electric Vehicle (EV) Repair and Service and Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) Repair and Service.

The details were disclosed at a press conference here on Thursday by B. Elangovan, Deputy Director, Technical Education Division, JSS Mahavidyapeetha; Dr. Maheshan, Associate Professor and Assistant Registrar (Administration), JSSSTU; and Dr. Manjunatha B., Associate Professor and Skill Development Officer, JSSSTU.

Candidates who have passed PUC, Diploma or ITI and have knowledge in Science and Mathematics are eligible for EV course. Candidates who have passed SSLC, PUC, ITI or Diploma can apply for the ICE course, the release added.

The university plans to conduct a number of such programs targeting approximately 240 candidates annually and 720 candidates over three years. Successful interns will be provided with placement assistance at gas stations, dealerships, showrooms and automotive businesses.

Those interested can pick up and send applications no later than October 25. They should submit copies of mark cards or education certificates, Aadhaar card, income/caste proof and two recent passport size photographs to the Coordinator, JSSSTU–Bajaj-STEP, Division Technical Education Campus, JSS Technical Institutions Campus, Mysuru–570006. Contact 9901628639 for details.

Published – 8 Oct 2026 19:33 IST