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Drone Pilot (DGCA Remote Pilot)

Certified UAV operations for mapping, agriculture, logistics and defence.

DurationFew weeks (certificate)

EligibilityClass 10/12; DGCA medical & training

Typical fees₹0.5–1.5 L

Colleges2

Course overview

DGCA-certified training to operate UAVs commercially — for mapping, agriculture, logistics, inspection and defence.

Flight regulations (DGCA)UAV systems & maintenanceAerial mapping/surveyMission planningSafety & airspace

Drone PilotSurvey & Mapping SpecialistAgri-drone OperatorInspection & Logistics

2 colleges · ranked by NIRF

📍 Mumbai, Maharashtra · Public

NIRF #3 Institute of National Importance

Fee₹1,50,000 / total

Avg package₹24.0 L

Seats60

📍 Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala · Public

NIRF #60 Institute of National Importance

Fee₹1,50,000 / total

Avg package₹14.0 L

Seats60

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