The Indian toy and games industry is taking a significant step towards building a skilled and industry-ready workforce with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between The Toy Association of India and Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU), Delhi.
The collaboration aims to create stronger connections between the toy industry and academia by enhancing student employability, providing practical industry exposure and developing specialised skills aligned with the evolving requirements of the sector.
The partnership is expected to open opportunities for the development of Degree, Diploma and Certificate-level programmes in areas such as Toy Design, Design & Innovation, and Toy Safety, addressing the growing demand for trained professionals in India’s expanding toy and games ecosystem.
With the industry moving towards greater emphasis on design capabilities, product innovation, safety standards and global competitiveness, the collaboration between The Toy Association of India and GGSIPU represents an important move towards nurturing specialised talent for the sector.
Speaking about the significance of the partnership, industry representatives highlighted the importance of creating a strong talent pipeline that can support the next phase of growth for India’s toy manufacturing and design ecosystem. The initiative will enable students to gain insights into real-world industry practices while helping companies access a workforce equipped with relevant knowledge and skills.
The partnership also reflects the increasing role of industry-academia collaboration in supporting innovation-led growth across emerging sectors. By combining academic expertise with industry requirements, the initiative aims to encourage creativity, entrepreneurship and technology-driven development within the toy and games segment.
As India continues to strengthen its position in the global toy market, initiatives focused on skill development, design capabilities and quality manufacturing will play a crucial role in building a sustainable ecosystem.
The MoU between The Toy Association of India and GGSIPU marks a meaningful step towards preparing future professionals who can contribute to the growth, innovation and global competitiveness of India’s toy and games industry.