DGCA Remote Pilot Certificate: Foundation
Entry-level remote pilot training for nano, micro and small drones, with theory online and flying on campus.
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DGCA Remote Pilot: Small Category and Populated Areas
Step-up training for flying close to people and property, with weather, payload and ground-risk modules.
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Standard Scenario Training (SOS-01 and SOS-02)
Structured operating scenarios: visual line of sight over a controlled area, and observer-supported extended range.
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Advanced Remote Pilot Training (Risk-Based Operations)
Comprehensive multi-day training for complex missions that fall outside standard scenarios.
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Night Operations Endorsement
Practical training for safe and compliant flying after dark.
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BVLOS Operations Endorsement
Advanced specialisation for flying beyond visual line of sight, from risk assessment to lost-link drills.
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Transport and Dropping of Cargo Endorsement
Carry and release payloads safely: mass and balance, release systems and drop-zone planning.
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Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air Endorsement
Classification, packing, marking and emergency response for dangerous goods carried by drone.
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UAS Type Training
Learn one aircraft model in depth: settings, flight modes, maintenance and emergency procedures.
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Professional UAS Flight Training
Coaching tailored to your goals: precision, filming, inspection, emergencies and practical self-training.
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Radio Telephony and ATC Coordination Practice Day
One day of scenario drills for clear, correct radio calls and airspace coordination.
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Plan, fly and process drone imagery into maps, 3D models and measurements.
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Photogrammetry PRO
Advanced mapping: RTK/PPK, multispectral, LiDAR concepts, accuracy reports and 3D reconstruction.
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Thermography Training
Aerial thermal imaging for solar farms, buildings, substations and industry.
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Inspect towers, roofs, bridges, solar plants and plants with planned flights and clear reports.
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Aerial Photography and Videography Training
Plan, fly and edit cinematic drone shots for films, weddings, real estate and tourism.
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Agri-Drone Spraying Training
Calibrate, plan and fly spraying missions for crops, with pesticide safety and drift control.
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FPV Drone Pilot Course
Build and fly your own FPV drone: assembly, configuration, simulator, stabilised and acro flying.
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Alongside pilot training, the academy teaches the technical skills behind the industry: assembly, electronics, autopilots, batteries, design, sensors, GIS, AI and business.
All courses at a glance
Durations are indicative and confirmed at enrolment. Drone rules in India are issued by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and managed through the Digital Sky platform. They change from time to time, so IDA admissions confirms the current requirement for your category and operation at enrolment.
From first lesson to first job
- Start with the Foundation remote pilot course
- Add Small Category skills and scenario training for work near people and sites
- Choose industry courses: spraying, inspection, mapping, thermography or shooting
- Add endorsements: night, BVLOS, cargo and dangerous goods
- Build technical skills for repair, design and data work
- Finish with instructor training to teach others