Choose your membership
Membership types
Eight ways to be part of the network. Pick the one that fits you and apply in minutes.
- Most Popular
Individual
Practising remote pilots & drone professionals
₹2,000
per year + GST
1 remote pilot
- Verifiable digital membership card
- Listed in the member directory
- Member pricing on events & training
- Knowledge library access
- Eligible to join sector committees
Student
Learners enrolled in a recognised programme
₹500
per year + GST
1 enrolled learner
- Verifiable digital membership card
- Member pricing on events & training
- Knowledge library (standard)
- Early-career community access
- Best for teams
Corporate
Drone companies, operators & service providers
₹25,000
per year + GST
Multiple staff
- Everything in Individual, for your team
- Organisation profile & branding
- Full knowledge library access
- Priority committee participation
- Voting rights in association matters
Institutional / RPTO
Training organisations & academic institutes
₹50,000
per year + GST
Whole organisation
- Recognised RPTO listing & badge
- Bulk enrolment for trainees
- Curriculum & standards working groups
- Co-hosting events & assessments
Trainer
Certified instructors delivering training
₹3,000
per year + GST
1 instructor
- Instructor profile in the directory
- Trainer resources & SOP library
- Member pricing on instructor CPD
- Eligible for examiner pathways
Assessor
Examiners & skill-test evaluators
₹3,000
per year + GST
1 assessor
- Assessor profile & credentials
- Assessment standards & rubrics
- Examiner working-group access
- Verifiable assessor credential
Fellow
Distinguished professionals, by nomination
By nomination
peer-reviewed
Senior practitioners
- Recognised Fellow designation
- Advisory & mentorship roles
- Invitations to flagship convenings
- Lifetime verifiable credential
Honorary
Invited contributors to the profession
By invitation
no fee
By invitation
- Honorary recognition by the council
- Standing invitations to events
- Recognised public profile
- Voice in shaping the profession
Indicative annual fees. The exact amount, including any applicable taxes, is confirmed before you pay.
Why join
Member benefits
Digital membership identity
A verifiable membership card with QR, recognised across the RPTO network.
Recognised certification
Tamper-evident certificates that employers and clients can verify instantly online.
Events & training access
Priority access and member pricing for summits, bootcamps and workshops.
Knowledge library
SOPs, safety guidance, advisories and curated training material in one place.
Sector committees
Shape standards and curriculum through skill-sector working groups.
Standards & safety
A shared code of practice that raises quality and trust across the industry.
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What each membership includes
A summary of benefits by membership type. Applicable fees are shown at the application step.
| Feature | Individual | Corporate / RPTO | Student |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verifiable digital membership card | |||
| Listed in the member directory | |||
| Member pricing on events & training | |||
| Knowledge library access | Standard | Full | Standard |
| Organisation profile & branding | |||
| Eligible to join sector committees | |||
| Voting rights in association matters | |||
| Seats covered | 1 pilot | Multiple staff | 1 learner |
IncludedNot included
Who can join
Eligibility
Individual
For practising remote pilots, instructors and drone professionals.
- 18 years or older
- Active or aspiring remote pilot / instructor
- Valid government photo identity
Corporate / RPTO
For training organisations, operators and companies in the drone ecosystem.
- Registered business or training organisation
- Authorised signatory for the application
- Basic organisation and contact details
Student
For learners currently enrolled in a recognised training programme.
- Enrolled in an eligible training course
- Valid student or enrolment proof
- Government photo identity
How to apply
A simple, transparent process
From choosing your membership to receiving your verifiable digital identity.
- 1
Choose your membership
Pick the membership type that fits you — individual, corporate or student. Applicable fees are shown at the application step.
- 2
Complete the application
Provide your details and upload the required identity or enrolment documents through the secure online form.
- 3
Pay securely
Pay the applicable fee online. The exact amount, including any taxes, is confirmed before you pay.
- 4
Review & approval
Our team reviews your application and documents under a transparent maker-checker process.
- 5
Get your digital identity
On approval you receive your verifiable digital membership card and access to member benefits.
Questions
Frequently asked
How much does membership cost?+
Fees vary by membership type and are shown at the application step, including any applicable taxes. We never ask for payment outside the secure online flow.
How long does membership last?+
Membership is granted for a defined period and can be renewed online before it lapses. You will be notified ahead of your renewal date.
How is my certificate verified?+
Each certificate and membership card carries a verifiable code and QR. Anyone can confirm validity instantly through the public verification page.
Can my organisation enrol multiple people?+
Yes. Corporate / RPTO membership is designed for organisations and can cover multiple staff. Details are captured during the application.
What documents do I need?+
Typically a government photo identity, plus enrolment proof for students or business details for organisations. The form lists exactly what is required for your chosen type.
How long does approval take?+
Applications are reviewed promptly under a maker-checker process. You can track your application status online once submitted.