New Delhi, March 31st 2026: VLCC has announced a landmark affiliation with the National Council on Laser Certification (NCLC), USA, becoming the exclusive proctors to administer the internationally recognised NCLC laser certification exams in India. With this development, VLCC is now the sole institution in the country authorised to administer in-person NCLC certification examinations as part of VLCC’s training courses, enabling candidates from across India to participate regardless of their training background or institute of origin.
The partnership marks a significant step in aligning India’s beauty and wellness education ecosystem with global standards. By creating a single, credible access point for internationally benchmarked certification, VLCC is strengthening the pathway for Indian professionals to gain globally relevant credentials and expand their career opportunities beyond domestic markets.
The NCLC certification is widely recognised for enhancing professional credibility in the field of laser-based aesthetic treatments. Its availability in India through an exclusive testing partner is expected to address the growing demand for internationally certified practitioners, while supporting professionals seeking overseas employment opportunities, subject to applicable eligibility requirements.
As part of this affiliation, VLCC has onboarded a select group of trainers who are now NCLC-approved proctors, authorised to conduct certification examinations through a structured online process. This ensures standardised evaluation aligned with global protocols, while improving accessibility for candidates across geographies.
“Global recognition is increasingly becoming a defining factor in career progression within the beauty and wellness industry,”said Vikas Gupta, MD & CEO, VLCC Group. “This partnership enables us to offer a structured and credible pathway for professionals in India to access internationally recognised certification and align their expertise with global standards.”
“India represents one of the fastest-growing markets for advanced aesthetic laser treatments, and it was critical for us to partner with an institution that brings both scale and credibility,” saidGregory Absten, Chairman of the National Council on Laser Certification (NCLC), USA. “VLCC’s extensive training network, deep-rooted industry expertise, and long-standing commitment to safety and education made them the ideal partner to serve as our exclusive affiliate in India. Through this collaboration, we aim to ensure that professionals across the country have access to globally benchmarked certification standards in laser aesthetics.”
India’s beauty and wellness sector is undergoing a steady transformation, driven by the adoption of advanced technologies, evolving safety norms, and a growing emphasis on quality and standardisation. In this context, internationally recognised certifications are emerging as critical differentiators for both professionals and training institutions.
By securing exclusive rights to proctor in-person NCLC certification exams in India, VLCC not only reinforces its leadership in skill development but also contributes to setting a new benchmark for globally integrated education pathways in the aesthetics domain. Industry observers see this as an important step towards formalising advanced training in laser-based treatments, where consistency, safety, and international exposure are becoming increasingly essential.
About VLCC School of Beauty
VLCC School of Beauty is India’s premier network of vocational training institutes under VLCC Limited, empowering thousands of aspiring beauty and wellness professionals each year. With over 100 institutes across India, we deliver hands-on, industry-aligned courses in beauty, hair, nails, makeup, aesthetics, and nutrition—rooted in science, safety, and global standards.
Founded as part of VLCC’s 30+ year legacy by Mrs. VandanaLuthra, our curriculum blends cutting-edge skills like laser treatments and advanced dermatology with practical placement support. We bridge classroom learning to real-world careers, producing certified experts ready for India’s booming $20B+ beauty sector and international opportunities.
Backed by VLCC’s 219+ clinics, in-house R&D in Haridwar, and a 2022 Carlyle majority stake, VLCC School of Beauty leads skill development—transforming passion into profession
About VLCC
Founded by Mrs. VandanaLuthra, VLCC is India’s most trusted brand in beauty, hair, slimming, wellness and aesthetic dermatology. With a legacy of over three decades, VLCC has consistently led the way in delivering science-backed, expert-led and technology-driven solutions and products that empower individuals to look and feel their best — inside and out.
Today, VLCC operates 219+ wellness clinics across 114+ Indian cities. The brand also runs 100+ VLCC Skill Development Institutes (School of Beauty) across India, offering vocational training in beauty, hair, nails and nutrition to thousands of aspiring professionals every year. In the consumer retail space, VLCC leads through its innovative products of VLCC Clinic & Personal Care Range of Products.
VLCC has its own Manufacturing Unit based out of Haridwar, with its state-of-the-art research and development wing, creating solutions that are rooted in clinical science and designed for better results and efficacy.
VLCC’s core pillars — Science, Expertise and Transformation — form the foundation of every service, product, and initiative it delivers. From medically supervised weight management programmes to dermatological procedures, VLCC continues to redefine holistic Beauty & Wellness with measurable outcomes.
In December 2022, global investment firm Carlyle, announced a strategic partnership with VLCC through the acquisition of a majority stake, further reinforcing the brand’s ambition to scale and innovate at a global level.
