India Soft Skills Training Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Soft Skill Type (Management and Leadership, Administration and Secretarial, Communication and Productivity, Personal Development, Teamwork, and Others), By Channel Provider (Corporate/Enterprise, Academic/Education, and Government), By Sourcing (In-house and Outsourced), By Delivery Mode (Online and Offline), and India Soft Skills Training Market, Insight, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035.

India Soft Skills Training Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• India Soft Skills Training Market Size 2024: USD 786.56 Million
• India Soft Skills Training Market Size 2035: USD 2283 Million
• India Soft Skills Training Market CAGR: 10.17%
• India Soft Skills Training Market Segments: Soft Skill type, Channel Provider, Sourcing, and Delivery Mode

Soft skills training refers to an educational program that aims to develop various capabilities, such as interpersonal, communication, emotional intelligence, teamwork, leadership, adaptability, problem-solving, and time management, which collectively lead to improved job performance. It is primarily concerned with the development of employees' behaviour and personality aspects, rather than their technical skills. The examples of the different uses of soft skills training are in the ways employees collaborate, the improvement of customer service, training of employees to become future leaders, resolving disputes among workers, elevating sales performance, increasing the effectiveness at work, and the general improvement of the organizational culture in different industries like IT, healthcare, education, manufacturing, and corporate services.

Under the Government of India’s Skill India Mission, launched, the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) provides skill, re-skill, and up-skill training through an extensive network of skill development centres under major schemes such as Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), Jan Shikshan Sansthan (JSS), National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS), and the Craftsman Training Scheme (CTS) in Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs), to all sections of the society across the country, to enhance the skills and employability of the working age population. Skillup launches ‘Growth Mindset’ initiative with a focus on empowering IT professionals with essential soft skills.

In India, Udemy, a company, rolled out AI, enabled role, play learning, Maxme India came up with human skill programs, and HSBC India furthered business case initiatives for employability gap solutions. On the one hand, the rising need for corporates, on the other, digital platforms and government skilling missions together offer tremendous opportunities for trainers, EdTech companies, and career development professionals in India. The expansion of digital platforms and initiatives under Skill India, trainers, and edtech companies can scale affordable, vernacular-language soft skills courses to underserved regions, creating strong growth potential beyond metro markets.

Market Dynamics of the India Soft Skills Training Market:

Soft skill training in India is largely a response to employers asking for those skills that strengthen a person's ability to work in and get along with others, among such skills are effective communication, leadership, adaptability, and teamwork. Also, digital transformation at a rapid pace, hybrid work models, and the increasing global economy require professionals to work with different teams and cultures. Several studies on employability have revealed that there exists a wide skill gap not only in technology but also in communication and other soft skills. Consequently, corporates have started investing more in learning and development. Desirable government schemes like Skill India act as a catalyst, tightening the grasp of organized soft skills education across the country.

India's soft skill training is encountering various limitations. For instance, small businesses do not have much awareness about it, and at the same time, there are financial constraints in the case of SMEs. Furthermore, there could be a disruption in the effectiveness of the implementation and results of the training because of irregular training standards and employees' unwillingness to change their behavior.

Soft skills training in India is experiencing rapid growth through microlearning modules, gamified training formats, and mobile-first platforms that allow learning at any time. Organizations are including soft skills in onboarding and leadership journeys instead of isolating them as separate projects. Additionally, startups and gig workers are showing more interest in acquiring clients, facing communication skills. Efforts are being made by corporates and higher education institutions to work together to update the curriculum as per the requirements of the industry, while data analytics is employed to measure behavioral improvement and track engagement levels.

Market Segmentation

The India soft skills training market share is classified into soft skill type, channel provider, sourcing, and delivery mode.

By Soft Skill Type:

The India soft skills training market is divided by soft skill type into management and leadership, administration and secretarial, communication and productivity, personal development, teamwork, and others. Among these, the communication and productivity segment controlled the market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The communication and productivity segment dominated due to rising employer demand for strong workplace communication, presentation skills, time management, and efficiency enhancement across industries.

By Type of Channel Provider:

The India soft skills training market is divided by channel provider into corporate/enterprise, academic/education, and government. Among these, the corporate/enterprise segment dominated the market in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period. The corporate/enterprise segment dominance is driven by organizations increasingly investing in soft skills development to enhance employee performance, leadership capabilities, collaboration, and customer engagement across diverse industries.

By Sourcing:

The India soft skills training market is divided by sourcing into in-house and outsourced. Among these, the outsourced segment accounted for the highest market share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period. This segment growth is supported by organizations increasingly relying on specialized training providers for expert-led programs, advanced digital tools, and customized content. Outsourcing reduces the need for internal infrastructure and full-time trainers, making it cost-effective and scalable.

By delivery mode:

The India soft skills training market is divided by delivery mode into online and offline. Among these, the offline segment held the largest revenue market share in 2024 and is predicted to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period. The offline segment is led due to continued preference for classroom-based, instructor-led training programs that enable direct interaction, practical exercises, and real-time feedback.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organisations/companies involved within the India soft skills training market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborate analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market. 

Top Key Companies in India Soft Skills Training Market:

• Bodhih Training Solutions
• Centum Learning
• Edstellar
• FocusU Engage
• Koenig Solutions
• ManpowerGroup India – Right Management
• Mentora India
• NIIT Ltd.
• Skillsoft India
• Trainopaedia
• Others

Recent Developments in India Soft Skills Training Market:

In January 2026, an AI-powered skills acceleration platform announced a strategic partnership with Entri, a leading learning platform focused on India’s 400 million vernacular learners, to expand upskilling opportunities in India. Udemy and Entri partner to bring career-ready skills to India through native-language upskilling

In June 2025, Mirae Asset Foundation, in partnership with Times Employ India Foundation, provided Employability Linked Skill Training for underprivileged youth, offering scholarships and preparing them for roles in banking and IT helpdesk functions. While the program’s primary focus was on job-specific technical training, it also emphasized workplace readiness, bridging the gap between academic learning and employment.

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at the India, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the India soft skills training market based on the below-mentioned segments:

India Soft Skills Training Market, By Soft Skill Type

• Management and Leadership
• Administration and Secretarial
• Communication and Productivity
• Personal Development
• Teamwork
• Others

India Soft Skills Training Market, By Channel Provider

• Corporate/Enterprise
• Academic/Education
• Government

India Soft Skills Training Market, By Type of Sourcing

• In-house and
• Outsourced

India Soft Skills Training Market, By Delivery Mode

• Online
• Offline