Diploma in Drone Operations

About This Course
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๐ Diploma in Drone Operations
Duration: 1 Year | University-Certified Diploma
Offered by: AirDivit Udan Academy Pvt. Ltd.
In Collaboration With: Mahatma Gandhi Chitrakoot Gramoday Vishwavidyalaya (MGCGV)
(NAAC A++ Accredited Government University)
๐ Program Overview
The Diploma in Drone Operations is a one-year cutting-edge professional program designed to equip students with technical skills and regulatory knowledge required to operate, maintain, and manage Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) or drones.
The course is designed in line with the latest DGCA guidelines and includes hands-on flight training, mapping techniques, agricultural applications, aerial surveying, and drone law. Ideal for students aiming to become certified drone pilots, instructors, or start their own drone service businesses.
โ๏ธ Key Learning Modules
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Introduction to UAVs and Drone Classifications
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Basic Aerodynamics & Principles of Flight
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RPAS Components, Sensors & Payloads
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DGCA Drone Rules 2021 & NPNT Compliance
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Flight Planning & Mission Execution
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Remote Pilot Theory & Simulator Training
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Aerial Mapping, Surveying & GIS Basics
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Drone Applications: Agriculture, Mining, Delivery, Surveillance
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Safety, Maintenance & Emergency Handling
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Grooming, Communication, and SOP Training
๐ธ Fee Structure
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Academic Fee: โน1,01,300 (for 1 year)
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Digital Course Material & LMS Access: โน40,000
(Includes drone theory manuals, DGCA updates, training videos, mission planning tools) -
โ FREE iPad for every student for drone flight planning apps and digital learning
๐ Other Charges (As Applicable)
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Field Training & DGCA-Compliant RPTO Practical Fee: As per training module
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Uniform & Equipment Kit: โน8,000 โ โน15,000 (one-time)
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Hostel Accommodation: โน3,000 โ โน6,000 per month
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Mess Charges: โน2,500 โ โน3,500 per month
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Industrial Visits & Airfield Access: Payable based on schedule
๐ก EMI and scholarship options available for eligible and meritorious students.
๐ Program Features
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First-of-its-kind University Diploma in Drone Operations
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Field training conducted through DGCA-Approved RPTO (Remote Pilot Training Organization)
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Simulated flight environment before actual flying
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Training in agri-drones, photogrammetry, surveillance, and logistics
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Exposure to drone laws, airspace classification & digital compliance
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Live projects, internships, and practical drone missions
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Guidance for drone entrepreneurship and setting up service businesses
๐ผ Career Opportunities After Completion
Upon completion, students become eligible for roles such as:
๐ Drone Industry Roles
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Certified Drone Pilot (Agriculture / Surveillance / Mapping)
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RPTO Assistant Instructor
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UAV Flight Planner / Operations Executive
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Drone Surveyor (Construction, Land Records, Forest Mapping)
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Drone Technician / Maintenance Officer
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Drone Services Entrepreneur / Freelancer
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Logistics Drone Operator (E-commerce, Parcel Delivery)
๐ Growing demand in sectors like agriculture, mining, real estate, defense, delivery, police, forest, and disaster management.
๐ Why Choose Diploma in Drone Operations?
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Offered by Indiaโs leading aviation & drone training institute
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University-certified qualification with NAAC A++ credentials
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FREE iPad for mission planning and training software
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Curriculum designed as per DGCA RPTO standards
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100% placement support in drone companies, RPTOs, and government projects
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Ideal for launching a tech-savvy, futuristic career in Indiaโs booming drone economy