Tata Electronics Sends Hundreds to Taiwan for Semiconductor Training

In a major step toward building a strong semiconductor ecosystem in India, Tata Electronics has sent hundreds of employees to Taiwan for hands-on technical training. This initiative, focussed on Tata’s staff training in Taiwan as its plans for semiconductor fabrication (fab) and assembly and testing (OSAT) facilities gain momentum, was reported by MSN.

So far, the electronics division of the Tata Group has sent “a couple of hundred” employees to its technology partner, Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation (PSMC), for training in the specialized skills needed to run the upcoming fab in Dholera, sources said.

Why Taiwan for Training?

This move is not surprising, considering Taiwan’s reputation for producing some of the most advanced chips in the world. The island nation has decades of experience, infrastructure, and a skilled workforce. For Indian companies entering this complex industry, Taiwan offers the perfect environment for semicon education.

Through this chip training program in Taiwan, Tata’s employees are learning how to handle tools, processes, and technologies used in advanced chip-making. The training includes everything from wafer fabrication to cleanroom protocols and equipment handling.

People close to the training said, “The number of people going in for training to Taiwan from Tata Electronics has certainly gone up as the company gets closer and is preparing for its fab. Talent is the biggest gap.”

Building India’s Semiconductor Workforce

Tata’s initiative to upskill its workforce comes at a time when India is investing heavily in semiconductors. The government has already rolled out incentives to attract chip manufacturers to set up local fabs. However, the success of these projects depends heavily on skilled human resources.

That’s where Tata’s semiconductor training program comes in. By sending employees to Taiwan, the company is fast-tracking skill development, rather than waiting to build all training infrastructure within India. This approach could also serve as a model for other Indian companies aiming to enter the semiconductor space.

The person said, “About 50 to 75 people are being sent at one go. It’s a very methodical, thoughtful process.” He added, “Different batches focus on distinct operations like equipment, yield engineering, process technology and another on quality engineering – which is generally a smaller group that doesn’t need as many people.”

A New Phase in Cross-Border Collaboration

This initiative also reflects a broader trend of cross-border chip training, where countries with advanced chip ecosystems are helping others build capacity. Tata’s move is one of the largest training deployments from India to Taiwan in recent years.

Industry analysts say this program is likely to strengthen ties between the Indian and Taiwanese tech sectors. It may also lead to future collaborations in areas like chip design, manufacturing, and supply chain management.

Tata’s Role in India’s Chip Future

Tata Electronics is working on setting up a semiconductor fabrication plant in Dholera, Gujarat. With an eye on producing advanced nodes in the coming years, the company needs a workforce trained to global standards. This is why the Tata staff training in Taiwan is so crucial.

Tata Electronics’ upcoming ₹91,000-crore semiconductor fab in Dholera is projected to create over 20,000 direct and indirect skilled jobs. Meanwhile, the ₹27,000-crore OSAT facility in Assam is expected to generate around 27,000 direct and indirect employment opportunities.

As India races to become a global semiconductor hub, efforts like these show that the foundation is being laid not just with buildings and machines, but with people who are trained to run them.