Build a Career in Footwear Industry
Industry-focused training in footwear design, manufacturing, CAD, and production technology from a government-supported institute.
✔ Hands-on technical training
✔ Industry-focused curriculum
✔ Career opportunities in footwear companies
Specialised Training for the Footwear Industry
Central Footwear Training Institute (CFTI) provides technical education and skill training for footwear design, production, and manufacturing technology. Established in 1957, the institute develops skilled professionals for the footwear and allied industries
Diploma programs
Advanced training
Post-diploma programs
Higher specialization
Short-term certification courses
CAD design, Pattern cutting, Upper stitching
Industry training workshops
real factory-style equipment
What Makes CFTI Training Different
Hands-On Workshop Training
Students work on real footwear manufacturing machines
Production Workflow Training
Complete learning from material cutting to final finishing
CAD Design Skills
Training in digital footwear design tools
Government Supported Institute
Recognized training institute under MSME
Industry-Aligned Curriculum
Programs designed based on manufacturing requirements
Skill Development Programs
Courses for both employment and entrepreneurship
Experienced Trainers
Faculty with technical and industry knowledge
Placement Assistance
Guidance for careers in footwear companies and export units
Upcoming courses
How the Training Works
1
Choose a Course
Select diploma or short-term skill programs
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Apply Online
Submit your application for the upcoming batch
3
Training
Learn design, materials, and manufacturing
4
Workshop
Work with industry equipment and tools
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Placement Support
Apply for jobs in footwear companies
Start Your Career in Footwear Technology
Join one of India's leading footwear training institutes and gain industry-ready skills.
Training That Leads to Real Careers
Students gain skills used in footwear factories worldwide.
Career Outcomes
Students gain practical skills and industry exposure.
Career Benefits
Job opportunities in footwear manufacturing companies
Skills aligned with export-oriented industries
Hands-on manufacturing experience
Technical knowledge of footwear production
Opportunities for entrepreneurship
Many graduates secure roles in major footwear companies and export units
" I am Dhiraj kumar old student of CFTI, chennai. I have completed my CFT footwear course in the year 2016 at central footwear training institute chennai. After completed the course, i have started my career on the same year of passing. I worked with VKC footcare india pvt ltd, coimbatore tamilnadu. Im workig from 2016 to till today as quality incharge. "
" I am Jitendra tripathi, old student of CFTI Chennai. I completed my CFT course in the year 2016 at Central Footwear Training Institute, after completed course I start my Career on the next year of passing. I worked with two different companies past 4 years as full shoe making and i got opportunity to work with Campus AI Pvt Ltd as a line supervisor now I am very much satisfied with my job, thank you CFTI for giving best knowledge. "
