P.G. Diploma in Drone Technology (1 Year – Weekend / LMS Program)

Course Overview

P.G. Diploma in Drone Technology — University Integrated Program

The Post Graduate Diploma in Drone Technology is a one-year, industry-integrated university program offered by Chaudhary Bansi Lal University (CBLU), Bhiwani, Haryana in association with NIGMT Foundation as the official Technology & Training Partner. Designed as a flexible Weekend Campus and LMS (Online) program, this diploma allows working professionals, graduates, and geography students to gain advanced drone technology skills without disrupting their existing commitments — while earning a fully recognized university qualification.

With a strong emphasis on practical and field-based learning, the program covers UAV operations, drone survey, data processing, DGCA regulations, photogrammetry, and geospatial applications — making it one of the most career-relevant drone programs available in India today.

Why Choose This Program?

This program uniquely combines the academic credibility of Chaudhary Bansi Lal University (CBLU), Bhiwani — a UGC-recognized state university with a strong focus on practical and field-based geospatial education — with the industry expertise of NIGMT Foundation, India's leading institution for professional GIS, Remote Sensing, LiDAR, UAV/Drone and Photogrammetry training. Together, they deliver a flexible, weekend-friendly program that ensures every student earns a recognized university diploma while graduating fully industry-ready with hands-on drone technology skills.

What You Will Learn

• Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV / Drone) Operations
• DGCA Rules & Airspace Regulations
• Drone Survey Planning & Execution
• Digital Photogrammetry & 3D Mapping
• Geographic Information System (GIS)
• Remote Sensing & Image Analysis
• Google Earth Engine (GEE)
• GPS / DGPS & Field Survey Techniques
• LiDAR Technology & Point Cloud Processing

Program Highlights

Course Learning Outcomes

By the end of this program, students will be able to:

• Understand the principles, types and regulatory framework of UAV/Drone technology in India
• Plan, execute and manage drone survey missions for mapping and data collection
• Process drone-captured data to generate orthomosaics, DEMs, 3D models and point clouds
• Apply DGCA rules and airspace regulations for safe and legal drone operations
• Integrate drone data with GIS and Remote Sensing platforms for spatial analysis
• Conduct field surveys using Total Station, DGPS and UAV instruments

·         Apply drone technology in agriculture, infrastructure, disaster management and environmental monitoring

Career Opportunities

Hiring Sectors: Agriculture, Infrastructure, Defence, Smart Cities, Environment, Disaster Management, Urban Planning

Requirements

Any Graduate

Course Info

• Duration 12 Months
• Level Beginner
• Language English
• Certificate Yes ✓
• University Chaudhary Bansi Lal University (Bhiwani)