Remote Pilot Instructor Certification
Become a certified drone training instructor for small category drones (up to
25kg).
This intensive 4-day program prepares experienced drone pilots to become certified instructors, qualifying
them to train the next generation of remote pilots.
Successful completion qualifies candidates for the DGCA viva examination to obtain official Remote Pilot
Instructor (RPI) certification.
Course Overview
Category
Small (Up to 25kg)
Duration
4 Days Intensive
Certification
DGCA RPI Eligibility
Eligibility Requirements
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Must hold: Small Category Remote Pilot Certificate
(RPC)
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Education: Graduation (minimum qualification)
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Age: 18 - 65 years
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Documents: Aadhaar + Valid ID (Passport, DL, Voter ID, or
Ration Card)
Training Curriculum
1
Day 1: Registration & Theory Sessions (Online/Offline)
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Program registration and orientation
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Principles of learning and effective teaching strategies
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Psychological approaches to student analysis
2
Day 2: Flight Simulator & Practical Training
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Flight simulator training for instruction techniques
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Practical approach to real-life instructional scenarios
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Student interaction and demonstration methods
3
Day 3: Planning & Documentation
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Developing effective lesson plans and course outlines
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Instructional strategies for diverse training scenarios
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Record-keeping and compliance documentation
4
Day 4: Practical Assessment
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Supervised and solo instructional flights
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Final multirotor proficiency test
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Course completion and DGCA viva preparation
Certification Process
Course Completion
Successfully complete all 4 days of training including practical assessments
DGCA Viva
Appear for and pass the DGCA oral examination
Remote Pilot Instructor Certificate
Upon passing the viva, receive your official RPI certification for small category
drones
Remote Pilot Certificate (RPC)
DGCA Certified Drone Pilot Training for Small and Medium Categories
This comprehensive 7-day program prepares candidates to become certified drone pilots for both small and
medium category drones.
Successful completion qualifies candidates for the DGCA Remote Pilot Certificate (RPC) for both categories.
Course Overview
Categories
Small & Medium
Eligibility
Requirements
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Education: 10th Class or equivalent (minimum)
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✓
Age: 18 - 65 years
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✓
Documents: Aadhaar + Valid ID (Passport, DL, Voter ID, or
Ration Card)
Training Curriculum
1
Day 1: Registration & Theory Sessions
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Registration and administrative setup
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Drone Rules 2021 and regulations overview
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Basic principles of flight and aerodynamics
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ATC procedures and radio telephony
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Fixed-wing, rotorcraft, and hybrid operations
2
Day 2: Advanced Theory Sessions
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Weather and meteorology for drone operations
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Drone equipment maintenance
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Risk assessment and analysis
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Payload installation and utilization
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Drone data collection and analysis
3
Day 3: Ground & Simulator Training
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Theory test assessment
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Drone parts identification and assembly
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Ground control station training
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Comprehensive flight simulator training
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Emergency procedures and night flying
4
Days 4-5: Small Category Flight Training
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Digital Sky Platform introduction
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Practical flight training with small drones
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Basic controls and maneuvers
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Advanced flight patterns and mission planning
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Final rotorcraft proficiency test
5
Days 6-7: Medium Category Flight Training
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Advanced training with medium drones
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Complex maneuvers and emergency procedures
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Automated mission planning and execution
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Night flying techniques
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Final comprehensive assessment
Certification Process
Course Completion
Successfully complete all 7 days of training including theory and practical
assessments
Practical Assessments
Pass all flight tests for both small and medium category drones
Remote Pilot Certificate
Receive your official DGCA RPC certification for both small and medium categories
Remote Pilot Small and Instructor Training Program
Complete pathway from Small Remote Pilot to Medium Remote Pilot and Remote Pilot
Instructor
This comprehensive 11-day program provides a complete pathway from becoming a Small Remote Pilot to
qualifying as a Medium Remote Pilot and Remote Pilot Instructor.
Successful completion awards three certifications: Small RPC, Medium RPC, and Remote Pilot Instructor.
Program Overview
Components
3 Certification Programs
Certifications
Small RPC + Medium RPC + Instructor
Part 1: Small Remote
Pilot Certificate (5 Days)
1
Day 1: Registration & Theory Sessions
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Drone Rules 2020 and regulatory frameworks
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Basic principles of flight and aerodynamics
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ATC procedures and radio telephony
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•
Fixed-wing, rotorcraft, and hybrid operations
2
Day 2: Advanced Theory Sessions
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•
Weather and meteorology for drone operations
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•
Drone equipment maintenance
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Risk assessment and analysis
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Payload installation and utilization
3
Day 3: Ground & Simulator Training
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Theory test assessment
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Drone parts identification and assembly
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Comprehensive flight simulator training
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Emergency procedures and night flying
4
Days 4-5: Practical Flight Training
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Digital Sky Platform introduction
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Practical flight training with small drones
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Basic controls and advanced maneuvers
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Mission planning and emergency procedures
Part 2: Remote Pilot
Instructor Training (4 Days)
1
Day 1: Teaching Principles
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Principles of learning and teaching methodologies
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Psychological approaches to student analysis
2
Day 2: Practical Training
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Advanced simulator training for instructors
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Hands-on training in practical application
3
Day 3: Planning & Documentation
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Developing instructional plans and strategies
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Managing student records and documentation
4
Day 4: Final Assessment
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Practical flying exercises
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Final multirotor proficiency test
Part 3: Medium RPC &
Instructor Qualification (2 Days)
1
Day 1: Medium RPC Theory
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Advanced regulations for medium drones
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Advanced flight principles and aerodynamics
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Advanced ATC procedures
2
Day 2: Medium RPC Practical
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Advanced flight training with medium drones
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Complex maneuvers and emergency procedures
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Automated mission planning
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Final comprehensive assessment
Certification
Small RPC
Certificate for small category drones
Medium RPC
Certificate for medium category drones
Instructor
Remote Pilot Instructor Certification
Comprehensive Remote Pilot and Instructor Training Program
Small RPC, TTT & Medium RPC - Complete 11-Day Certification Pathway
This comprehensive program guides you from Small Remote Pilot certification through to Medium Remote Pilot
status with instructor qualifications.
Earn three certifications: Small RPC, Medium RPC, and Remote Pilot Instructor.
Program Overview
Total Duration
11 Days Intensive
Certifications
3 Professional Credentials
Skill Level
Beginner to Instructor
Part 1: Small Remote
Pilot Certificate (5 Days)
1
Day 1: Registration & Theory
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Drone Rules 2020 and regulatory frameworks
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•
Basic principles of flight mechanics
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•
ATC communication procedures
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Fixed-wing, rotorcraft, and hybrid operations
2
Day 2: Advanced Theory
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Weather impacts on drone operations
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Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
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Risk assessment and management
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Payload handling and data analysis
3
Day 3: Ground & Simulator
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Theory test assessment
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Drone assembly and maintenance
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Comprehensive simulator training
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Emergency procedures practice
4
Days 4-5: Practical Flight
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Digital Sky Platform introduction
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Hands-on flight training
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Advanced maneuvers and patterns
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Mission planning and final assessment
Part 2: Instructor
Training (4 Days)
1
Day 1: Teaching Fundamentals
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Principles of learning and instruction
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Student psychology and assessment
2
Day 2: Practical Instruction
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Advanced simulator training
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Hands-on instructional practice
3
Day 3: Course Planning
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Developing instructional plans
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Records and documentation
4
Day 4: Final Assessment
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Practical flying exercises
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Final instructor evaluation
Part 3: Medium RPC (2
Days)
1
Day 1: Advanced Theory
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Advanced regulations for medium drones
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Advanced flight principles
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Advanced ATC procedures
2
Day 2: Advanced Practical
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Medium drone flight training
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Complex maneuvers
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Automated mission planning
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Final comprehensive assessment
Certification
Small RPC
Small category drone certification
Medium RPC
Medium category drone certification
Instructor
Remote Pilot Instructor qualification
