Bhartiya Skill Development University (BSDU) was founded with a singular purpose: to revolutionize vocational education in India through a globally benchmarked, industry-driven model rooted in practical excellence. At the core of BSDU’s mission lies a commitment to bridging the gap between academic learning and real-world employability - empowering individuals, transforming industries, and advancing national development.
BSDU is the outcome of a strategic collaboration between two visionary institutions:
The Rajendra and Ursula Joshi Charitable Trust (RUJ-CT) - A reputed Indian public philanthropic trust which is registered under the Rajasthan Public Trust Act and Sections 12A & 80G of the Income Tax Act, RUJ-CT is the ‘Sponsoring Body’ of BSDU. From conceptualization to execution, RUJ-CT has played a foundational role in establishing the university’s world-class infrastructure and sustaining its growth to address India’s evolving skilling needs. RUJ-CT fulfilled all the infrastructural and legal requirements prescribed by the Government of Rajasthan for creation of Private Universities, and consequently, BSDU was established on 30th March 2017 through the Bhartiya Skill Development University Act, 2017.
The Rajendra and Ursula Joshi Foundation (JCF), Switzerland – BSDU’s exclusive knowledge partner, JCF brings decades of expertise from the globally renowned Swiss Dual System of vocational education. Educational collaboration between BSDU and JCF is through a formally signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), which acts as a vehicle to foster innovations in skill education through knowledge exchange by:
This Swiss-Knowledge-Transfer positions BSDU at the forefront of applied learning and dual education, seamlessly integrating global best practices with Indian industrial realities.
BSDU is not a traditional academic institution. Its structure is centered around sector-specific faculties, each designed to respond directly to current and future workforce demands. By working in close partnership with industry leaders, BSDU ensures its programs deliver relevant skills, foster lifelong employability, and nurture entrepreneurial thinking.
BSDU stands as a flagship of educational innovation—where Indian commitment meets Swiss precision, and where vocational education is elevated to a national priority. By championing dual education, industry collaboration, and a future-focused vision, BSDU is not just preparing students for jobs—it is building the skilled professionals who will power India’s economic and industrial transformation.