Skillcircle × Amazon · Official ATES Training Partner

Become an Amazon Trained E-commerce Specialist

A structured, hands-on curriculum co-developed with Amazon, taking you from e-commerce basics to running profitable Amazon seller accounts as a certified ATES partner.

9Curriculum modules
20 hrsGuided training
1:1Mentor support
Enrol in the ATES course
SCSkillcircle ATES Certification
  • Learn Amazon Seller Central end to end, from account setup to PPC
  • Practice on real listings, keywords and ad campaigns
  • Get trained by experts working on the Amazon India marketplace
  • Finish ready to manage seller accounts as an ATES partner
Co-developed in partnership with Amazon This curriculum is built directly with Amazon's seller onboarding team, so what you learn matches exactly what the ATES program expects.
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What the ATES program means for you

The course trains you for a real, ongoing role — not just a certificate. Here's what that role looks like.

1

Start your own business

Set up as an independent ATES service provider, working with sellers on Amazon.in.

2

Find & launch sellers

Find businesses interested in selling online, and support them in getting launched on Amazon.in.

3

Support & grow their business

Help the sellers you launch manage listings, inventory and orders, and grow their e-commerce business.

4

Earn from Amazon

Earn a payout from Amazon of up to ₹96,000 per seller onboarded, based on the seller's performance.

The ATES curriculum

Nine modules, taken in order, covering everything from Amazon fundamentals to account management.

01

Foundation — E-commerce & Amazon ecosystem

Where the Amazon opportunity fits and what ATES partners do
3 hrs
Introduction to e-commerce industryBusiness models: B2C, B2B, D2C, marketplaceIntroduction to Amazon ecosystemMarketplace vs own websiteOpportunities and career pathsWhat the ATES opportunity is
02

Amazon account setup & compliance

Registering sellers correctly, from KYC to account health
4 hrs
Account creation: individual vs professionalSeller Central dashboard overviewKYC, GST and legal requirements (India)Account health metricsPolicies and violationsTypes of sellers: brands, distributors, retailers, generic
03

Product research & selection

Finding and validating products worth listing
2 hrs
What makes a winning productIdentifying demand and trendsCompetitor analysis techniquesProfit margin calculationProduct validation frameworkApprovals before listing and selling
04

Product listing & SEO

Writing listings that rank and convert
2 hrs
Product listing structureCreating listings step by stepKeyword research for AmazonTitle, bullet point and description optimisationBackend keywordsA+ contentProduct images and guidelines
05

Inventory & logistics

Fulfilment, shipping and returns
2 hrs
Fulfilment by Amazon (FBA)How to enrol for FBAInventory planning and managementShipping and packaging guidelinesReturns and refund handlingSelf ship and Easy Ship
06

Amazon PPC (advertising)

Planning, bidding and optimising ad campaigns
3 hrs
Introduction to Amazon PPCSponsored products campaignsKeyword targeting vs product targetingBidding strategies and budgetingCampaign optimisation techniquesACoS, ROAS, CTR and CPC explained
07

Sales, performance & analytics

Reading reports and spotting growth opportunities
1 hr
Sales and business reportsKey performance metricsImproving conversion rateIdentifying growth opportunities
08

Brand building & growth

Turning a listing into a trusted, scaling brand
2 hrs
Reviews and ratings managementScaling winning productsExpanding product lineTrademarks, brand registry and GTIN error resolution
09

Operations & account management

Keeping seller accounts healthy day to day
1 hr
Order managementCustomer communicationAccount health monitoringSuspension handling basics

An Amazon ATES certificate you can show off

Every candidate who completes the curriculum receives an official Skillcircle × Amazon ATES training certificate.

  • Recognised proof for Amazon's ATES program registration
  • Add it to your LinkedIn profile and resume
  • Share it with businesses you help onboard as an ATES partner
Skillcircle Amazon ATES training certificate

What happens after the course

Completing the Skillcircle curriculum isn't the finish line — it's the entry point into Amazon's own ATES program.

Get certified

Finish all 9 modules and earn your Skillcircle ATES certification.

Join Amazon's ATES program

Certified candidates get the chance to register and join Amazon's own ATES program.

Trained further by Amazon

Go through Amazon's own onboarding training, directly with their team.

Start earning

Work as an e-commerce freelancer, or build your own consulting business.

Where this course takes you

Amazon's Seller Onboarding Program pays ATES partners up to ₹96,000 per seller onboarded, with active partners earning well beyond a single payout. This course is the fastest way to get certification-ready for that role.

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Up to ₹96,000Per seller onboarded
Based on sales performanceUp to ₹82,000
For FBA, advertising goals etc.Up to ₹14,000 extra
Active partners, 2+ per week₹1.72L avg monthly

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know before you enrol in the ATES curriculum.

What is the ATES course?

ATES stands for Amazon Trained E-commerce Specialist. It's a 9-module, 20-hour curriculum from Skillcircle that trains individuals to set up, list, advertise and manage Amazon seller accounts — the same skill set Amazon's Seller Onboarding Program looks for.

Do I need prior e-commerce experience?

No. The course starts with e-commerce and Amazon fundamentals in Module 1, then builds up to account setup, listings, logistics, PPC and analytics, so no prior experience is required.

How is the course delivered?

Training is delivered module by module with guided lessons and mentor support, so you can move through the curriculum in order at a pace that suits you.

Will I get certified after completing it?

Yes. Completing all 9 modules earns you a Skillcircle ATES certification, which you can use to register as an ATES partner under Amazon's Seller Onboarding Program.

How can I earn after certification?

Certified ATES partners can earn up to ₹96,000 per seller they help onboard on Amazon.in, made up of a performance-based payout and extra incentives for goals like FBA enrolment and advertising.

Does the course cover advertising and analytics too?

Yes. Module 6 covers Amazon PPC in depth — campaigns, keyword targeting, bidding and metrics like ACoS and ROAS — and Module 7 covers reading sales and performance reports.

Ready to become an ATES specialist?

Nine modules, twenty hours, one certification that opens the door to Amazon's seller onboarding program.

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