Specialized education, hands-on training and industry-oriented learning for careers across elevators, escalators and moving walkways.
At BSVT, learners gain practical exposure to Vertical Transportation systems through specialized training environments, technical programs, industry engagement and professional development pathways.
Hands-on exposure to elevators, escalators, moving walkways and Vertical Transportation systems.
Practical technical education designed around real-world VT applications, safety and industry practices.
Academic programs, professional upskilling and industry-connected career pathways in India and overseas.
Ground Floor – Foundation & Orientation
Practical induction covering VT fundamentals, shaft safety, equipment familiarisation and engineering drawings
Interactive 3D training tower • Click the floor buttons (G–4) to explore BSVT’s practical training infrastructure, or drag to rotate
VTU Affiliated
Visvesvaraya Technological University
Skill India
Central Govt. Initiative & CGSSC
Gokul Global University
University Affiliation
BSVT works with established Vertical Transportation companies and industry partners to provide students with opportunities for practical exposure, recruitment and career progression.
University-affiliated career programs, corporate training, professional upskilling and management-level programs — structured technical education combining classroom theory with practical training on real VT systems.
VTU Affiliated · Gokul Global University · Skill India Certified
⏱ 6 Months Training + 3 Months Paid Internship
The Certificate in Vertical Transportation (CVT) is an industry-focused program designed to prepare candidates for entry-level technical careers in the elevator and escalator industry. It combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on practical training covering elevator installation, maintenance, safety practices, testing, commissioning and essential technical skills. Through practical learning, industry exposure and internship opportunities, participants develop the knowledge and job-ready skills required to begin their careers in the Vertical Transportation industry. Accreditation & affiliation: the program is offered under BSVT's affiliation with Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) and Gokul Global University (GGU), with Skill India certification. The detailed VTU-format syllabus will be published shortly.
VTU Affiliated · Gokul Global University · Skill India Certified
⏱ 9 Months Training + 3 Months Paid Internship
The Post Graduate Diploma in Vertical Transportation (PGDVT) is a specialized, industry-oriented program designed to develop technically competent professionals for the elevator, escalator and moving walkway industry. The program provides comprehensive theoretical and practical knowledge in electrical and electronic systems, mechanical components, elevator structures, safety practices, metrology, installation, site surveying, testing, commissioning and maintenance. Participants gain practical exposure to technical drawings, measuring instruments, elevator components, troubleshooting, installation procedures and industry safety requirements across two semesters with laboratory sessions, project work and internship. Accreditation & affiliation: offered under BSVT's affiliation with Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) and Gokul Global University (GGU), with Skill India certification.
Corporate Training · Skill India Certified
⏱ 1 Month | 200 Hours
Specialized practical training in lift installation for professionals and candidates entering the Vertical Transportation industry. The program is designed to support corporate training requirements, employees and technical professionals nominated by VT companies, candidates trained for direct employment opportunities with participating companies, and practical industry exposure and job-entry pathways. The 200-hour curriculum covers elevator structure and components, vertical transportation safety, installation, testing and commissioning in BSVT's hoistway labs, soft skills and basic computer literacy. Successful participants receive Skill India certification. This program is primarily conducted as customised training batches for Vertical Transportation companies and their nominated employees. Individuals interested in developing their skills in this area may contact the BSVT Admissions Desk for information on upcoming opportunities and applicable eligibility requirements.
Industry Upskilling · Corporate Batches
⏱ 45 Days | 240 Hours
An industry-focused upskilling program designed for experienced Vertical Transportation professionals seeking advanced knowledge in lift safety inspection, compliance, inspection procedures, documentation and safety assessment practices. The 240-hour curriculum covers IS 14665, IS 13935, EN 81-20 and EN 13015 standards, component and safety-device inspection, installation and periodic inspection procedures, accessibility requirements, documentation and reporting, defect troubleshooting and a full mock inspection with field training. The program is intended for experienced professionals and corporate teams seeking to strengthen their technical and safety inspection capabilities. This program is primarily conducted as customised training batches for Vertical Transportation companies and their nominated employees. Individuals interested in developing their skills in this area may contact the BSVT Admissions Desk for information on upcoming opportunities and applicable eligibility requirements.
For Experienced VT Professionals
⏱ 120 Hours
An advanced industry-oriented program designed for experienced VT professionals involved in elevator maintenance and service operations. The program focuses on practical maintenance methodologies, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, fault identification, system-level understanding and industry best practices, with exposure to diagnostic equipment, specialty instruments, elevator circuits, lubrication practices, grounding procedures and safe working methods. Target audience: experienced technicians, engineers, supervisors and maintenance professionals in the Vertical Transportation industry. The program is also available for corporate training and employee upskilling requirements. This program is primarily conducted as customised training batches for Vertical Transportation companies and their nominated employees. Individuals interested in developing their skills in this area may contact the BSVT Admissions Desk for information on upcoming opportunities and applicable eligibility requirements.
For Experienced VT Professionals
⏱ 90 Hours
An advanced practical upskilling program for experienced Vertical Transportation professionals involved in elevator testing, commissioning and technical validation. The program covers testing procedures, commissioning practices, system checks, functional validation, safety requirements and industry-oriented commissioning practices, including controller programming fundamentals and control-circuit tracing across different controller systems. Target audience: experienced technicians, engineers, supervisors and professionals working in elevator testing and commissioning. Corporate training options are available for VT companies seeking to upskill their technical teams. This program is primarily conducted as customised training batches for Vertical Transportation companies and their nominated employees. Individuals interested in developing their skills in this area may contact the BSVT Admissions Desk for information on upcoming opportunities and applicable eligibility requirements.
Every modern building, airport, metro transit hub and residential community depends on vertical mobility, and the industry needs a steady supply of technicians and engineers trained in safety codes, installation, testing and maintenance practices.
Bharath School of Vertical Transportation (BSVT) provides the bridge. Founded with university accreditation and backed by leading VT MNCs, our specialized labs feature working traction and hydraulic lifts, simulated multi-floor hoistways, and digital test rigs where students gain immediate job-ready competence.
Empowering, certifying, and placing over 6,000 skilled youth in multinational vertical mobility careers by 2030.
Bengaluru head office and practical labs, VTU Mysuru campus and the Gokul Global University campus in Gujarat.
Active recruitment pipelines with OTIS, KONE, Schindler, TKE & more.
Site-based training on working shafts, elevator cars, and test panels.
Committed to transforming lives through technical certifications by 2030.
Elevator engineering offers unmatched career stability, clear advancement milestones, and exponential salary growth compared to traditional trades.
₹2L – ₹5L CTC
Assisting in hoistway erection, rail alignment, and routine maintenance.
₹5L – ₹9L CTC
Independent elevator installation, inverter tuning, and error diagnosis.
₹10L – ₹15L CTC
Leading site teams, complex controller overhaul, and commissioning sign-off.
₹15L – ₹18L CTC
Multi-site operations, service quality assurance, and client escalation handling.
₹19L – ₹25L CTC
Project planning, procurement timelines, high-speed lift modernizations.
₹25L – ₹30L+ CTC
Overseeing multi-million dollar high-rise mobility contracts and regional operations.
Candidates who complete the required training and gain relevant industry experience with partner companies in India may subsequently be considered for international opportunities, subject to employer requirements, experience criteria and applicable selection processes.
🇪🇺 Europe
Spain, Germany, France, Greece, UK, Poland, Netherlands
🇦🇪 Middle East
UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain
🌏 Other Markets
New Zealand, Serbia & Pan-India Metros
Overseas deployment support (subject to employer / project terms):
Benefits vary by employer, project and applicable overseas deployment conditions.
Hear directly from candidates from Kerala, Bangalore, Hyderabad, UP, and Kashmir who built rewarding elevator careers with BSVT.
📍 Bangalore, Karnataka
"Joining BSVT was the turning point in my life. The practical training inside real elevator shafts and hands-on wiring panels taught me more in months than years of conventional study. Today, I am proudly working with KONE on high-rise installation projects."
KONE Elevator India
📍 Kochi, Kerala
"I came all the way from Kerala to join the BSVT Advanced Lift Installation course. The instructors treated us like family and ensured every student mastered rail alignment and ARD testing. Within weeks of graduation, I was deployed at Schindler."
Schindler India
📍 Hyderabad, Telangana
"BSVT gave me practical exposure that is simply not available in regular engineering colleges. Working on actual traction elevators and learning industry safety standards gave me the confidence to handle commercial client sites effortlessly."
Johnson Lifts & Escalators
📍 Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
"The zero-fee crash course sponsored by BSVT changed my career path. I got trained in Bangalore with complete practical equipment and secured deployment in OTIS. Now after 6 months of field experience, I am preparing for my overseas deployment in the Gulf!"
OTIS Elevator
📍 Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir
"Coming from Kashmir, I was searching for specialized engineering training that truly guarantees job placement. BSVT has state-of-the-art labs affiliated with VTU. I learned controller wiring, elevator safety mechanics, and got placed with TK Elevator."
TK Elevator (TKE)
📍 Bangalore, Karnataka
"Many people think elevator engineering is only for traditional technical roles, but BSVT opened doors for inspection and safety audit specializations. The faculty guidance and VTU affiliation gave me an unmatched career launchpad."
Fujitec India
Company visits from OTIS, KONE, Mitsubishi and Toshiba, university partnerships, orientations and every graduation batch we celebrate.
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September 30, 2026
Company Collaborations
Omega Elevators and BSVT launched the first batch of their Strategic Training Programme, bringing together more than 30 candidates from across South India for specialized elevator-industry training.
2026
Placements & Graduations
Trainees of KONE Batch 8 & 9 completed the Advanced Course in Lift Installation (ACLI) under KONE's CSR programme with Ma Foi Foundation.
2026
Placements & Graduations
Congratulations to Abdul Faizan, Abdul Razak Shizaan, Mohammed Owais, Mohammed Sahil, Mohammed Faisal, Srujan HV and Muhammad Hashir Addoor on their KONE Dubai placements.
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