The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) issued Drone Training Circular: DTC 02 of 2022 on 15th February 2022, detailing the official syllabus for training and examination of Remote Pilots in India DTC-02-OF-2022-SYLLABUS. This circular complements DTC 01 of 2022, which governs RPTO authorisation, by providing a structured curriculum for both Category 1 [VLOS] and Category 2 [BVLOS] certifications. Covering ground theory, simulator sessions, and hands-on flying practice, DTC 02 of 2022 ensures that aspiring drone pilots are trained to global safety and competency standards, boosting India’s fast-growing drone ecosystem.
DTC 02 OF 2022
DTC-02-OF-2022-SYLLABUS
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Summary of DRONE TRAINING CIRCULAR : DTC 02 OF 2022 – Simplified Regulations via Digital Sky Platform [ Updated To EGCA ]
The Drone Training Circular (DTC) 02 of 2022, issued by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on 15th February 2022, sets out the official syllabus for training and examination of Remote Pilots in India. It works hand-in-hand with DTC 01 of 2022, which outlines the process for authorizing Remote Pilot Training Organizations (RPTOs).
Under this circular, the syllabus is divided into two main categories:
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Cat-1 [VLOS]: Training for Visual Line of Sight operations, designed to be completed in about 5–8 days.
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Cat-2 [BVLOS]: Training for Beyond Visual Line of Sight operations, covering nearly 150 hours of theory and practical lessons.
The curriculum covers a wide range of topics including Drone Rules 2021, airspace management, ATC procedures, aerodynamics of rotorcraft, fixed-wing and hybrid drones, weather and meteorology, equipment maintenance, safety management, payload handling, and drone data analysis
DTC 01 of 2022 [ SYLLABUS ]
1.Theory Classes
2.simulator exercises
3.assembly and maintenance
4.supervised solo flying.
To ensure quality outcomes, DTC 02 also introduces competency-based training and assessment, encouraging RPTOs to focus on real-world flying skills, safety awareness, and professional pilot attitude rather than just exam scores. Students with prior aviation or drone experience (like PPL/CPL holders, aerospace engineers, or military pilots) may be credited for certain portions of the syllabus, provided they pass intake or final exams.
In essence, DTC 02 of 2022 provides a structured learning pathway for drone pilots in India, ensuring they are well-trained, safety-conscious, and industry-ready. By standardizing both VLOS and BVLOS training, this circular strengthens India’s drone ecosystem and supports the safe expansion of unmanned aircraft operations across sectors.
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