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The Lanka Ashok Leyland Training Institute (LALTI) is a vocational training center specializing in the automotive industry, established to cultivate a new generation of skilled technicians and sales professionals in Sri Lanka. Linked to the esteemed Lanka Ashok Leyland PLC, a joint venture between Sri Lanka and India since 1982, the institute leverages the parent company’s extensive experience and technical expertise in commercial vehicles. LALTI’s programs, which have been active since at least 1989, are designed to meet local and foreign labor market demands, aligning with national initiatives such as the Employment Linked Training Programs (ELTP) to build an efficient skills development system.
Through its nationally recognized vocational training courses, LALTI offers a diverse curriculum that includes specialized training for both men and women. Programs cover a wide range of fields essential to the modern automotive and transportation sectors, such as Automobile Mechanic, Automobile Techno-Commercial Sales Assistant, and Automobile Electrician. Trainees can also pursue NVQ Level 3 and 4 certifications in practical skills like welding, fabrication, and vehicle upholstery. The institute’s affiliation with a major industry player like Lanka Ashok Leyland PLC provides students with access to real-world applications and technology, ensuring that their education is both relevant and directly applicable to career paths in the commercial vehicle industry.
Ultimately, the training institute contributes significantly to developing the local workforce and supporting Sri Lanka’s transport and industrial growth. By providing certified skills training, it empowers young people with the technical know-how required to build successful careers in a dynamic field. This commitment to skills development reinforces Lanka Ashok Leyland’s role as more than just a vehicle manufacturer but a key partner in national human resource and economic development.
The Lanka Ashok Leyland Training Institute (LALTI), registered with the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC), stands as a premier hub for automotive vocational training in Sri Lanka. The institute strategically partners with various government and educational bodies, including the Ministry of Vocational Training, Ministry of Education, National Apprenticeship and Industrial Training Authority (NAITA), and the Vocational Training Authority. These collaborations, along with facilitating training for undergraduates from Colleges of Technology and universities, ensure a steady pipeline of skilled individuals to meet industry needs.
Innovative "Work-Based" Training Model
At the core of LALTI’s approach is its “work-based” training model for NVQ programs. This system is delivered in close partnership with Lanka Ashok Leyland PLC, providing trainees with a comprehensive learning experience that integrates both theory and practical application. All trainees, regardless of whether they are directly enrolled or come through NAITA, benefit from the same high-quality facilities and hands-on training. This includes ample practical hours, sufficient training materials, and supervision from internationally qualified academic staff.
Comprehensive Trainee Benefits and Facilities
LALTI ensures its trainees have the support they need to succeed by offering a generous benefits package. All training programs are free of charge, with additional financial incentives such as a Rs. 10,000 monthly allowance and an annual bonus. Trainees also receive free up-and-down transport, meals, refreshments, and uniforms. The institute provides modern facilities for theory classes and changing rooms, and special payments are made for certain tasks, including weekend and holiday work. Competent trainees are also given opportunities to participate in mercantile tournaments.
