India's Trusted Partner for
UAS Certification & Compliance
We are a QCI-approved UAS Certification Body supporting drone manufacturers, OEMs, startups, and aviation innovators in achieving compliance with DGCA requirements under Drone Rules 2021.
Powering India's Drone Revolution
The Government of India, through the Ministry of Civil Aviation and DGCA, has established a strong framework to create a world-leading drone ecosystem under the "Make in India" initiative. The introduction of Drone Rules 2021 and the Digital Sky Platform has enabled a fully digital, transparent, and scalable framework for drone registration, certification, and operations.
As part of this ecosystem, commercial deployment of drones requires compliance with applicable technical, operational, and safety standards defined by DGCA and QCI under the UAS Certification Scheme. We assist manufacturers in demonstrating conformity, airworthiness, reliability, and operational safety through a structured and efficient certification process.
Why UAS Certification Matters
In today's rapidly evolving drone ecosystem, certification is far more than a regulatory formality — it is a critical benchmark of safety, quality, reliability, and operational excellence.
Regulatory Compliance & Market Readiness
Certification ensures compliance with DGCA requirements and applicable Indian aviation regulations, enabling manufacturers and operators to legally deploy their drone solutions while avoiding regulatory delays.
Faster Commercial Deployment
Certified drones gain quicker acceptance from customers, regulators, and enterprise users, reducing barriers to entry and accelerating time-to-market for commercial operations.
Enhanced Safety & Reliability
Certification involves rigorous testing and evaluation of systems, components, software, and operational procedures, resulting in improved product reliability and safer flight operations.
Competitive Advantage
Certification differentiates manufacturers and service providers from competitors by demonstrating adherence to recognized standards and best practices in the industry.
Government & Enterprise Eligibility
Many government agencies, defence organizations, infrastructure projects, and large enterprises prefer or mandate certified UAS solutions for procurement and operational contracts.
Strengthened Brand Reputation
A certified UAS reflects an organization's commitment to quality, safety, and regulatory excellence, enhancing brand credibility both domestically and internationally.
Industries We Serve
Our certification and compliance services support a wide range of drone applications across India's fastest-growing sectors.
Our UAS Certification Process
A structured, transparent, and time-bound approach designed to get your drone certified with minimal delays.
Application Submission
Submit your application along with required technical documents, product specifications, and supporting compliance evidence to initiate the certification process.
Documentary Review
Our experts conduct a thorough review of submitted documents including design data, technical manuals, software documentation, and quality management records.
Testing & Evaluation
Products undergo comprehensive testing and technical evaluation to verify airworthiness, performance, safety, and compliance with DGCA standards and applicable UAS Certification Scheme requirements.
Inspection
On-site inspection of the UAS platform, manufacturing process, quality systems, and operational procedures is conducted to ensure end-to-end conformity with applicable standards.
Certification Issuance
Upon successful evaluation, the UAS Certification is issued, enabling your drone to be commercially deployed in compliance with Drone Rules 2021 and DGCA requirements.
Non-Conformity Resolution
Where non-conformities are identified during evaluation, our team provides clear guidance on corrective actions required before certification can proceed.
Why Choose Us?
A team of aviation, aerospace, UAV, safety, regulatory, and industry experts committed to transparent, efficient, and impartial certification.
Aviation & Drone Expertise
Our team includes highly experienced professionals from aviation, UAV design, operations, maintenance, quality assurance, safety, and regulatory compliance backgrounds.
Transparent Certification Process
We maintain a professional, structured, and time-bound approach to evaluations and certification activities with full transparency at every stage.
Faster Turnaround
Efficient review mechanisms and technically competent evaluators help reduce delays while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.
Integrity & Impartiality
We operate with complete independence, confidentiality, and impartiality throughout the entire certification lifecycle, in line with QCI standards.
Customer-Focused Approach
We work closely with manufacturers to simplify the certification journey while ensuring compliance with all applicable standards and procedures.
Supporting Innovation
We work closely with startups, research institutions, and technology innovators to bring compliant, safe, and market-ready drone solutions to India's drone ecosystem.
Download Forms & Documents
Access all necessary documentation for the UAS Certification process. Once finalized, documents will be published here for download. Contact our team directly in the meantime.
Applicant Declaration
For manufacturers & OEMs
Official applicant declaration form required as part of the UAS certification submission. Must be completed and signed by the manufacturer.
Contact for FormRequest for Certification
Certification application form
Submit this form to initiate the UAS Certification process for your drone platform under the QCI-DGCA scheme.
Contact for FormTIC Company Profile
About TIC Quality Control
Download our full company profile detailing TIC Quality Control's services, accreditations, global reach, and expertise in UAS certification.
Download ProfileQCI Authorization Letter
Official QCI appointment
The official letter confirming TIC Quality Control's approval by Quality Council of India as an authorized UAS Certification Body.
Contact for DocumentFrequently Asked Questions
UAS Certification is a conformity assessment process through which a drone platform is evaluated against applicable DGCA standards and safety requirements under the Drone Rules 2021. It confirms that the UAS meets technical, operational, and safety benchmarks required for commercial deployment in India.
Drone manufacturers, OEMs, startups, and aviation innovators seeking commercial deployment approval under the DGCA regulatory framework in India require UAS Certification. This is especially relevant for entities targeting government procurement, enterprise applications, or regulated airspace operations.
Applicable standards are defined by DGCA and QCI under the UAS Certification Scheme, aligned with Drone Rules 2021 and the Digital Sky Platform framework. Requirements cover technical design, manufacturing quality, operational safety, and software systems.
Commonly required documents include technical design data, product specifications, software documentation, test reports, quality management records, manufacturing process details, and applicant declarations. Specific requirements vary by product category and applicable certification route.
Processing times vary depending on documentation completeness, product complexity, testing requirements, and inspection scheduling. Our streamlined processes and technically competent evaluators are designed to minimize delays and provide efficient turnaround times.
UAS Certification confirms product conformity with applicable standards, which is a prerequisite for commercial deployment. Operational permissions and airspace access may be subject to additional DGCA approvals and Digital Sky Platform requirements applicable to specific operations.
Where non-conformities are identified during evaluation, our team provides detailed guidance on corrective actions required. After implementing and verifying the corrective actions, the product may be re-evaluated to proceed with certification.
Yes. Our customer-focused approach is designed to support organizations of all sizes — from established manufacturers to startups and research institutions. We provide personalized guidance to simplify the certification journey regardless of organizational scale.
Transparency & Fairness Guaranteed
We are committed to transparency and fairness. If you have a complaint or wish to appeal a certification decision, our dedicated process ensures every case is handled with impartiality and care, in accordance with QCI guidelines.
Submit a Complaint or AppealReady to Certify Your Drone?
Partner with us to simplify your UAS certification journey and accelerate your entry into India's evolving drone ecosystem. Connect with our certification experts to begin your compliance process today.
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