Prateek Bilagali Ashok at IPPC Academy, leading the mission to professionalise the pet care workforce in India.
About IPPC

Bridging the gap between passion and professionalism

Empowering India's workforce through world-class vocational training and sustainable career pathways in the pet care economy.

Our mission

An employment bridge, not just a school

India's pet care industry is growing at over 20% a year, yet it faces a critical shortage of certified, ethical and technically proficient professionals.

The Institute of Professional Pet Care exists to be the national benchmark for vocational excellence in this field. We take aspiring individuals — career-switchers, first-time earners, people the formal economy has passed over — and equip them with the high-demand technical skills to thrive in it.

IPPC Academy graduation — Prateek Bilagali Ashok with a certified batch of professional pet care graduates in Bengaluru.
Industry context

The workforce hasn't kept pace

With over 10 million pets in Indian households and 20% annual growth, demand for qualified groomers, walkers and trainers far exceeds supply.

20%
Annual industry growth (CAGR)
10M+
Pets in Indian households
85%
Gap in certified professionals
Strategic framework

Three pillars

How we contribute to India's skill development mission.

01

Professional upskilling & standardisation

A rigorous, competency-based curriculum aligned with international standards. By standardising skills in grooming, handling and urban safety, we make the Indian pet care workforce globally competitive.

02

Sustainable livelihood & employment

Our guaranteed internship model ensures education leads directly to income. We act as a talent pipeline for India's leading pet-tech startups, veterinary chains and premium salons.

03

Entrepreneurial empowerment

We don't just create employees. Our Business Blueprint module covers the financial literacy, CRM and marketing skills needed to launch a micro-enterprise and contribute to local economic growth.

Skill India

What we hold ourselves to

Quality assurance

A strict student-to-mentor ratio, so every student gets precision feedback.

Ethical standards

Non-force handling and animal welfare treated as core professional values, not marketing.

Economic inclusion

Accessible vocational training that turns pet passion into a dignified, long-term career.

Admissions

Join India's pet care workforce

Whether you're starting a career or upskilling a team, we'll help you work out the right route in. Apply as a student, or talk to us about training your organisation.