Indian Academy of Drones

What Indian Academy of Drones does

Indian Academy of Drones (IAD), legally registered as INDIAN ACADEMY OF DRONES LLP, is a DGCA-approved drone pilot training academy operating as a training-focused division under parent Drovation Software Solutions Pvt. Ltd. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Mumbai, the academy delivers both online self-paced courses (Aerial Photography and Videography, Land Mapping, Masterclass in Drone Technology, Complete Drone Business Course) and in-person programs (Advance Professional Course, Aerial Cinematography Course, Industrial Mapping Certificate Program) using a progressive training methodology that moves students from simulators to custom drones to professional DJI aircraft. As of the latest data, 700+ students have been trained across batches between 2018 and 2021, served through seven physical training centers spanning Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Pune, Dehradun, Ahmedabad, Thiruvananthapuram, and Hyderabad.

The business model is direct-to-consumer training with a supplemental corporate/B2B (business-to-business) channel; pricing is denominated in Indian Rupees exclusive of GST (Goods and Services Tax) and ranges from Rs 1,999 for entry-level online courses to Rs 28,500 for the in-person Industrial Mapping Certificate Program. Distribution combines a self-serve e-commerce website with offline batch-based delivery, supported by content marketing, SEO (search engine optimization), email newsletters, and cross-promotion through sister company Dronitech. Course pricing is one-time/perpetual license with no subscription tier. The academy is the training arm of a broader Drovation ecosystem that also includes Dronitech drone services, Droniview fleet management software, and the SAHAS delivery drone hardware, though revenue and headcount data for the standalone academy are not disclosed.

Customers are primarily individual aspirants pursuing drone careers in agriculture, mining, infrastructure, media, and urban planning, with enterprise contracts including drone mapping and aerial photography for Indian Railways across more than 50 level crossings in Maharashtra. The company has no disclosed external funding, operates with a 7-employee core team, and is wholly owned by Drovation Software Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

Name

Indian Academy of Drones

Legal name

INDIAN ACADEMY OF DRONES LLP

Website

https://indianacademyofdrones.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Indian Academy of Drones is a DGCA-approved drone pilot training academy in India, offering online courses and in-person programs at seven training centers; it serves aspiring pilots, photographers, and industrial professionals and operates as the training arm of Drovation Software Solutions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Mumbai

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Online Course Sales: Self-paced online courses sold directly to consumers through the website. Online courses include Aerial Photography and Videography, Complete Guide to Land Mapping using Drones, Masterclass in Drone Technology, and The Complete Drone Business Course. Online courses are non-refundable once purchased or accessed.
2. Offline/In-Person Training Programs: Classroom and hands-on flight training programs conducted at physical training centers. Courses include Advance Professional Course (5 days), Aerial Cinematography Course (2 days), and Industrial Mapping Certificate Program (4 days). Refund available only if cancelled 7 working days prior to batch commencement.
3. Corporate Training: Corporate training programs and drone pilot training services for enterprise clients, as indicated by the corporate brochure available on the website.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Indian Academy of Drones is a drone pilot training institution delivering DGCA-compliant online self-paced courses and offline instructor-led programs covering aerial cinematography, industrial mapping, and drone business operations. Training is conducted at six physical centers across India using a progressive methodology that moves students from flight simulators to custom drones and then to professional DJI aircraft. The company also extends drone services through its parent ecosystem, including drone management software (Droniview) and delivery drone hardware (SAHAS).

Product overview

Indian Academy of Drones operates as a drone training institution under Drovation Software Solutions Pvt. Ltd., offering both online and offline courses. The online portfolio includes four courses: Aerial Photography and Videography Course, Complete Guide to Land Mapping Using Drones, Masterclass in Drone Technology, and The Complete Drone Business Course. The offline program features three instructor-led courses: Advance Professional Course (5-day), Aerial Cinematography Course (2-day), and Industrial Mapping Certificate Program (4-day). Additionally, the company offers Droniview, a drone management software platform, and SAHAS, a delivery drone hardware product. Training centers are located in Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Pune, Dehradun, Ahmedabad, and Thiruvananthapuram.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Aerial Photography and Videography Course Online self-paced course that teaches professional photographers to capture aerial photos and videos using drones, covering techniques for capturing moments from unique aerial perspectives.
• Complete Guide to Land Mapping Using Drones Online course that trains learners to perform drone-based land mapping for infrastructure development, mining, and urban development/planning projects, enabling accurate planning and asset maintenance.
• Masterclass in Drone Technology Comprehensive online course covering legal regulations for flying, best practices for first-time pilots, basic regulations, airspace, and safety procedures for drone operation.
• The Complete Drone Business Course Online program that teaches the secrets to starting and growing a profitable drone business, guiding users through setup and business development step-by-step.
• Advance Professional Course 5-day in-person comprehensive drone flight training program equipping students with knowledge and skills to become expert drone pilots with strong decision-making and enterprise-level standard operating procedures.
• Aerial Cinematography Course 2-day in-person course for photographers and videographers teaching how to capture moments from aerial perspectives and understand national airspace regulations before flying commercially.
• Industrial Mapping Certificate Program 4-day in-person certificate program for drone-based industrial mapping to enable efficient and accurate planning, execution, and maintenance of assets in infrastructure development, mining, and urban development sectors.
• Droniview Secure, web-based drone management tool that eases drone operations for organizations through pilot tracking, team management, flight logs, incident reports, and battery life cycle monitoring.
• SAHAS Delivery Drone Delivery drone with 2KG payload capacity designed to deliver emergency supplies to disaster-affected areas, vaccines, and medical aids. Fully autonomous and easy to operate.
• Corporate Drone Training Program Bespoke drone training programs for enterprises and government organizations delivered through dedicated corporate brochures and partner engagements; includes DGCA-aligned curriculum tailored for organizational drone operations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 700+ students trained from 2018-2021
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Drovation Software Solutions Pvt. Ltd.coreOthersParent company that operates Indian Academy of Drones. Drovation Software Solutions Pvt. Ltd. is the legal entity owning the website and business operations. The company states it provides end-to-end drone services from flying training to services to manufacturing under the Dronitech brand.
• DronitechcoreOthersFull-service drone/UAV company under Drovation umbrella providing drone flying training, services, and manufacturing. Indian Academy of Drones is the training division of Dronitech. Dronitech specializes in drone services including mapping, inspections, media, agriculture, and surveillance. Droniview drone management software is a venture of Dronitech.
• DroniworkminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatform connecting drone pilots with drone projects across India. Indian Academy of Drones refers students to Droniwork for job opportunities, and Droniwork helps recruit trained pilots from IAD for drone projects.
• DronifleetminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDelivery drone product company. Indian Academy of Drones blog references Dronifleet for delivery drone information and last-mile delivery solutions.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/indian-academy-of-drones

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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